Character Development So Good, It’s Criminal
(By John Shomby) I’m an avid TV Crime series junkie. Have been for most of my life. Currently, I spend lots of TV time with all three FBIs, S.W.A.T., the three Chicago shows, and anything NCIS. The similarities with all four franchises are not surprising.
Kill the Cliché Before It Kills You
(Buzz Knight) The definition of a cliché is something that has become overly familiar or commonplace. It’s easy to get complacent and comfortable in your work, especially if ratings are good and corporate is happy. Why mess with things?
California Radio Group Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Financial complications extending from the COVID-19 pandemic have led to a Northern California broadcaster filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. D&H Broadcasting owns South Lake Tahoe's NewsTalk 1490 (KOWL-AM) and 93.9 The Lake (KRLT).
North Carolina AM Hit By Fire Finalizing Plans For Full Return
After two months off the FM dial, Kool 103.9 (WTXY-AM) is back broadcasting to Whiteville, NC, but the rebuilding process isn't over yet. The station has been forced to operate solely by stream since an electrical fire destroyed its FM translator in March.
Podcast Radio To Replace KWIX and KREI In Missouri
After Beasley Media Group's success in rolling out Podcast Radio to its first markets in the US, Alpha Media is bringing the podcast-centric format to Missouri. It will first arrive at KREI-AM in Farmington on May 27 and then on KWIX-AM/FM in Moberly on June 17.
Raised Radio Ad Spend Arrives Ahead Of Memorial Day
As predicted, the upcoming holiday weekend again created new opportunities for brands to use radio to make the most of their sales and summer. Leading the pack is The Home Depot, which dethroned longtime chart leader Progressive after a multi-month lead.
Edison Tracks Podcast Inroads As Consumer Engagement Soars
After Edison Research's expanded podcast findings in this year's Infinite Dial report, more details are being released about the platform's mainstream break. "The Podcast Consumer 2024" highlighted a highly engaged and growing audience.
What Is ‘Corridos,’ The Radio Format Winning Over Gen Z?
Engaging Gen Z is both a challenge and a significant opportunity for radio stations. To connect with this demographic, it's crucial to understand emerging trends in music and culture. One genre making waves is Corridos, a Mexican regional music format.
America Amplified Charges Public Radio’s Voter Education Efforts
America Amplified has intensified its efforts to support public media stations nationwide in preparation for the 2024 general election. The program, hosted by WFYI in Indianapolis, is supported by a $1.5 million grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Finding Hope and Kindness This Memorial Day
(By Pat Bryson) I was having breakfast at a local diner in Tulsa. The server brought my check, and I got out the money to pay. When he came back to collect it, he told me something surprising.
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