Today Marks Broadcasters Foundation’s Third Annual Giving Day
Today is the Broadcasters Foundation of America's third annual Giving Day. This event brings together the radio and television industries to support colleagues experiencing financial hardship due to critical illness, accidents, or disasters.
Alpha Media Redirects ‘The River’ In Chicago To ’90s Alternative
Chicago's 95.9 The River has a new sound after a significant programming shift by Alpha Media. The station has flipped formats from Classic Hits to Classic Alternative, with Todd Nuke'Em joining as Content Director in a collaboration with Utah's Broadway Media.
2024 Medallas de Cortez Winners Celebrated In San Antonio
Radio Ink crowned this year’s Medallas de Cortez award winners at a ceremony during Hispanic Radio Conference 2024. The Medallas recognize excellence in Hispanic radio programming, sales, and management, named in honor of Raoul Cortez.
Frequence Joins Madhive In Local Digital Advertising Merger
Frequence, a leading provider of omnichannel ad sales enablement and workflow software for audio, display, and out-of-home ads, has been acquired by Connected TV ad specialist Madhive. The merger aims to create a power player in local digital advertising.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Actual Darn Winners
(By Paige Nienaber) Since I’ve been in Radio, I’ve had friends who questioned if we actually DO contests, because the concept of Marketing $$$ is weird to them. If they had $1,000, they wouldn’t give it away.
Mistakes and Learning
(By Jeff McHugh) Have you ever made a mistake and find yourself focusing on it later? I coach people not to, but I recently did just that when Christian Music Broadcasters invited me to deliver a presentation at their annual conference.
Turn Your CNA Into a CMA
(By Rick Fink) Business owners cringe at the thought of having to sit through another Customer Needs Analysis! You are extremely mistaken if you think the acronym CNA is only used in ad sales. Nearly every business category with sales reps conducts a CNA.
Larry Patrick Aims for Solo Ownership of Legend Communications
Larry Patrick is likely to become the sole shareholder of Wyoming's largest radio broadcasting company on the heels of his ex-wife's tax fraud. Susan Patrick has transferred her 50% stake in Legend Communications of Wyoming to Larry, according to an FCC filing.
Los Angeles LGBT Center Gets Lift From iHeart and Paris Hilton
In recognition of Pride Month, iHeartMedia and Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media Impact have collaborated to renovate the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The renovation, led by Emmy-winning designer Bobby Berk, revamped the center's laundry and closet facilities.
Rachel McGrath To Give Guide to Radio Imaging Success
Renowned radio voiceover talent Rachel McGrath is going to share the lowdown on station imaging in a Thursday webinar with Benztown and P1 Media Group. Getting the Most From Your Station Imaging Voice will feature everything from copywriting to AI.















