LA Local News Initiative Invests $2.4 Million in LAist Journalism
Los Angeles public radio outlet LAist is set to expand its local journalism efforts thanks to a $2.4 million grant from the LA Local News Initiative. This funding initiative is a collaborative effort with local leaders and the American Journalism Project.
NAB Unveils New Self-Inspection Guide for AM Radio Stations
The National Association of Broadcasters has introduced a new Broadcast Station Self-Inspection Guide specifically for AM radio stations, completing a series that already includes guides for FM and television stations, first showcased at the 2024 NAB Show in April.
MIW and Beasley Media Join Forces For Free Sales Webinar
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, in partnership with Beasley Media Group, is hosting a Digital Sales Webinar on Thursday, September 19 at 4p ET. This free event is designed to enhance skills in digital sales and management.
Radio Ink Announces The 2024 Radio Wayne Award Winners
On Tuesday at the Radio Masters Sales Summit, Radio Ink honored the best of the best in radio sales with the 2024 Radio Wayne Awards, presented by Futuri. The ceremony saw Cumulus Media's Pierre Bouvard honored with the Distinguished Leadership Award.
What Marketers Miss: AM/FM Continues to Thrive in a Digital Era
While marketers continue to funnel major money into ad-supported audio streaming, they could be much better served by radio. Media planning, as it currently stands, could use some recalibration as AM/FM continues to significantly outperform advertiser perceptions.
Welcome To A Celebration Of Radio Sales
Today, Radio Ink starts our third Radio Masters Sales Summit. The best and brightest radio sales minds from across America have gathered in Cincinnati to share ideas, strategize, and plot the future. They've also come to celebrate a vital part of the broadcasting industry.
FCC Unveils 2024 Regulatory Fees, Ends ‘Dark Station’ Waivers
The FCC has confirmed its annual regulatory fee schedule, with a notable decrease in how much radio broadcasters will pay for fiscal year 2024. The FCC aims to collect $390,192,000, as outlined in a 149-page Report and Order.
The Benefit of Coaching
(By Mike McVay) Sports has always been a great inspiration to me in how to direct a radio station’s programming, coach their talent, or guide podcasters. My focus is often on the coach. Not all coaches are on the field.
Is Your Station More Engaging Than A Safety Video?
(By John Shomby) If you have ever flown anywhere commercially, I’m sure you are familiar with the prep before the actual takeoff including those “scintillating” safety videos. I’m also sure you can’t remember the last time you paid full attention to one of those.
Is Your Leadership Keeping The Pace?
(Buzz Knight) When we are around team members in a workplace setting, we feed off of those who have an energy and momentum to their aura. In thinking about the pace and tone of leadership, is that pace matching that of the real world?
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