‘The Erick Erickson Show’ Joins SC Station Schedule
Audacy has announced that syndicated host Erick Erickson will join the weekday programming lineup of Greenville, SC News/Talk 98.9 WORD (WYRD). The Erick Erickson Show will air on middays starting June 21.
Three Charged With Crimes Against NHPR Journalists
Three men from New Hampshire have been charged with conspiring to harass and intimidate two journalists employed by New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR). The alleged incidents included multiple acts of vandalism, such as throwing bricks and spray-painting lewd language.
Hearing Date Set In DC For Gomez, More FCC Seats
After President Joe Biden’s nomination of Anna Gomez for FCC Commissioner, a hearing date has been set in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. A full committee nominations hearing will be held on Thursday, June 22, at 10a ET.
A Mid-Year Check Of Broadcast Regulatory Issues
From the nomination of Anna Gomez to the impact of ownership caps on minority broadcasters, 2023 has been a year of both new and continued legal and regulatory challenges. Broadcast attorney Frank Montero and a panel discussed the issues.
As Q2 Closes, Townsquare Makes Big Share Buyback
Townsquare Media announced on Friday that it has repurchased and retired 1.5 million shares of its Class C common stock, previously held by MSG National Properties, LLC, using cash on hand. The shares were bought back for $9.70 per share.
Skyview Discusses State Of Radio With LeGeyt & RAB
Skyview Networks recently hosted its annual sales conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, where industry leaders gathered to strategize in the evolving audio industry. The conference focused on the latest trends and challenges in the industry, as well as digital solutions.
Why Do I Want This? Unlocking Emotional Ads
(By Pat Bryson) John Wanamaker is credited with saying, "Half of my advertising is wasted: I just don't know which half." Whether or not this is...
Did Your Station Have Another Worthless Weekend?
(By Marc Greenspan) Why do stations continue to lose money on weekends? To most veteran radio advertisers, weekends are perceived as a bonus. Worse, a throw-in that helps to bring in the primetime cost per point.
Do You Trust ‘The Fifth Beatle’?
(By Mike McVay) This past week Fred Jacobs of Jacobs Media and I joined Loyd Ford on his podcast The Encouragers: The Radio Rally podcast. The topic was artificial intelligence. Fred, Loyd, and I agreed on one thing, almost immediately.
Eight Constants All Great Sellers Understand
(By Loyd Ford) The idea behind selling is like saving money or trying to lose weight. There are things you know you should do, but we actually want to do something else that feels better. This is normal human behavior.
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