Would Your Radio Station Survive A Disaster?
(By Michael Zwerling) On Saturday, August 19, the station I own, KSCO-AM, planned to air a program about how to prepare for the next large earthquake. Ironically, we lost Pacific Gas And Electric Company power during the first few minutes of the program.
From Hawaii To NC, Radio Remains United In Helping Maui
In the wake of the devastating wildfires on the island of Maui, the radio community continues to mobilize to provide support and raise funds for the affected residents. Two more significant efforts have emerged to contribute to the recovery process.
Dayton’s ‘Oasis’ The Latest Acquisition By Catholic Talk Network
Slightly more than a year after flipping to unique Oldies format "The Oasis," Grant County Broadcasters is selling WNKN in Middletown, OH to religious broadcaster Relevant Radio. The station's audience had surged to 115,600 in July 2023, up from 59,900 in February.
Rhode Island Inducting Plenty Of Radio Names Into Hall Of Fame
The Rhode Island Radio and TV Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2023 to be inducted at its annual ceremony on September 21. Of the seven broadcasters chosen for the honor, four come from radio.
Nebraska Football and Playfly Sports Announce 2023 Radio Plans
The University of Nebraska's new multimedia rights partner, Playfly Sports, has announced the details for radio broadcasts for the 2023 Cornhuskers football season. Greg Sharpe will be returning as the "Voice of the Huskers" for his 16th season, starting Thursday, August 31.
Not Even NHTSA Could Stop Radio’s Ad Play Driving Off A Cliff
The radio advertising landscape took a notable downturn for the week of August 14 through 20, 2023, as the top five national advertisers recorded the worst week of spot plays for the year to date, even as the Labor Day holiday weekend rapidly approaches.
ESPN Radio Confirms New Network Lineup To Start In September
After layoffs, rumors, and major moves, ESPN Radio has unveiled its national weekday lineup that will start September 5. The new roster features both veteran radio hosts and fresh voices for ESPN.
Political Cash Heaved Into Fading TV Market While Radio Gets 5%
The same week that traditional broadcast and cable television viewership's rapid and steady decline reached a significant milestone, radio received more perplexing and somewhat embarrassing news about political ad spend within the medium in 2023.
WMGK’s Cord and Vassalotti To Fill DeBella Slot In Philadelphia
More than a month after Philadelphia morning radio staple John DeBella retired from Beasley Media Group's 102.9 WMGK, the company has found his successor. The Matt Cord Show with Steve Vassalotti is set to debut on Tuesday, September 5th.
Unlocking The Door to Sales Success – Part Three
(By Alec Drake) Here are ten essential sales skills that offer valuable opportunities to transform your sales strategies, elevate your team's performance, and enhance your sales track record – all within powerful presentations.















