Hours Before Q1 Earnings Call, Beasley Layoffs Cut 7%
Beasley Media Group has announced a 7% reduction in its workforce, impacting its operations in Boston, Philadelphia, Ft. Myers, and Charlotte. The RIFs came one day before the company reports its first-quarter earnings for 2024.
FCC Sets Reinstatement Date For Diversity Data Collection
Back in February, the FCC decided, by 3-2 party-line vote, to reinstate the annual requirement for broadcasters to report employee data on race, ethnicity, and gender after being inactive for two decades. Now a restart date has been set for the summer.
Hispanic Women Cannot Be Ignored In Radio Ad Strategies
Hispanic women are emerging as a dominant force in both media and consumer behavior and cultural trends, redefining the advertising landscape with their substantial influence on both household and luxury item purchases and proving a key part of radio ad strategy.
From Facts to Influence, The News Is The News
(By Mike McVay) There has been much discussion around the recent NPR “whistleblower,” Uri Berliner, making accusations that position NPR as purposely leaning liberal. That statement shocked no one. Berliner did raise eyebrows over a specific claim, however.
Success Vs. Significance: Do You Have To Choose?
(By John Shomby) I’m a subscriber to a blog that assists Dads at every stage of their lives – parenting, marriage, etc. called All...
Radio Thoughts From Across The Pond
(By Buzz Knight) It’s always fun making a journey to another country to experience media consumption as a consumer rather than a consultant. On my trip to the UK - London and Scotland specifically - here are some thoughts:
RAB and Ad Council Unite For Sponsorable Radio PSAs
The Radio Advertising Bureau is launching a fresh initiative with the Ad Council that will allow advertisers to sponsor public service announcements. Starting May 22, the Ad Council will offer sponsorable, broadcast-ready PSAs, tailor-made for specific communities.
Jacobs Media Opens Public Radio Techsurvey 2024 Registration
Jacobs Media, Public Media Content Collective, and, for the first time, the National Federation of Community Broadcasters announce the opening of registration for the 16th annual Public Radio Techsurvey.
Roker, Stephen A, and McVay Among 2024 LABF Giants
The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation has revealed the 2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts. These key figures of the media industry across radio and television will be honored on November 12 at Gotham Hall in New York City.
Radio’s Ad Leaderboard Remains Calm As Memorial Day Nears
For the week of April 29 through May 5, the list of radio's top national advertisers was a rundown of usual suspects, with the latest data from Media Monitors showing a surprising dip in home improvement ads, especially with Memorial Day less than a month away.















