Townsquare Balances Q2 Impairment Impacts with Digital Gains
Townsquare Media CEO Bill Wilson opened the "digital-first" company's Q2 2024 earnings call by touting numerous areas of, "Sequential improvement from Q1," even in the face of a net loss of $48.9 million - which can largely be attributed to a singular caveat.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: The Impossible Dream
(By Paige Nienaber) When interviewing people for a Promotion Director job, I always ask, “So what promotion, event, or contest have you always wanted to do?” I think you find that a lot of talented people have dreams or bucket lists.
10 Ways To Ignite Your Creativity
(By Randy Lane) Setting my daily intentions, a brief yoga session, and meditation are habits that kickstart my day. Our habits largely determine who we are and who we become. To be more creative and innovative, practice daily habits that feed your creativity.
‘I Got This’
(By Rick Fink) If you're watching the Olympics, you may have witnessed one of the games' most anticipated moments: Simone Biles’ return. Her poise and focus on the Olympic stage spoke volumes, but it was some literal speaking she did that caught my attention.
Jacobs Media Rolls Out Jacobs D.R. to Enhance Digital Revenue
With the rapid growth of digital sales within the radio industry, Jacobs Media has introduced Jacobs D.R., a new consulting service tailored to help broadcasters expand their digital revenue streams.
Asset Sales Boost Salem Media Group Into The Black In Q2
As the company continues to divest properties during a turbulent year, Salem Media Group has reported a mixed, yet promising, financial performance for Q2 2024, showing a rebound in net income despite a downturn in total revenues thanks to savvy sales.
Audio Ads Give Edge As Retailers Sweat Back-to-School Decline
With current projections showing back-to-school spending down year-over-year as extreme economic uncertainties return to the headlines, research is showing how audio advertisements benefit retailers more than TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Criminal Charges Could Be Coming In CapRadio Financial Fiasco
As Sacramento's Capital Public Radio releases the results of the latest audit highlighting significant financial mismanagement, it has come to light that the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is now involved over vague payments and potential conflicts of interest.
NAB Seeks Evidence-Based Judgement Over FM Duplication Rule
The NAB has formally requested the Federal Communications Commission reconsider its recent decision to reinstate the FM Duplication Rule. The FCC’s decision, finalized in a June 2024 order, has sparked controversy and criticism from stakeholders within radio.
Comment Period Opens For FCC Rule On Political Advertising AI
The FCC has set dates for comments around its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the use of artificial intelligence in political advertising. The rule would require FCC licensees, including radio operators, to report political ads that use generative AI.
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