How Radio Sellers Compete In A Multi-Platform World
Medallas de Cortez Salesperson of the Year finalist Martha Mendoza of Bryan Broadcasting knows what makes a strong seller. But with strength, comes challenges. Now she speaks to these obstacles and how to get around them, ahead of Radio Ink's June issue.
Canadian Wildfires Wreak Havoc On OTA Signals
Hearing Tampa stations in Virginia, picking up Philadelphia stations on Long Island. It's not normal, and it's all due to a rare natural phenomenon tied to wildfires currently raging in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. What's happening in the Northeast?
NABLF Has Their Celebration of Service Awards Host
An ABC News mainstay will host The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards in Washington, DC on June 6. The ceremony recognizes broadcasters for their exceptional dedication to public service.
Is Hispanic Radio Overlooked By Congress?
The FCC has an empty chair. Midterms gave Republicans the US House of Representatives. The 2024 Presidential election is set to be one of the most impactful in history. Hispanic radio stations and owners say they aren't heard on the Hill - will this change?
Weekend Changes Coming For Boston NPR WBUR
Boston's NPR member, WBUR, is introducing a new weekend programming lineup starting June 3. In changing the schedule, WBUR hopes to accommodate changing listener wants and enhance storytelling connections. A long-time station tradition also moves to streaming.
Why Advertisers Need Radio’s Influencers
Advertisers be aware: despite an infinite amount of social media influencers, a series of new studies show that AM/FM personalities remain some of the most trusted influencers in all of media, citing strong connection, emotional appeal, and advertiser effectiveness.
Forbes: ‘AM Must Be Preserved’
Noted radio fan and defender Steve Forbes, the editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine, has once again used his publication to come to the aid of AM radio. In a Tuesday editorial, "Don't Muzzle AM Radio," Forbes emphasized AM's role in cars to millions of listeners.
Another AM Radio Detractor Steps Forward
"Automakers are far better attuned to the wishes of car buyers than Congress will ever be." Or so says an opinion piece in the Boston Globe from Tuesday. The piece took sharp aim at the bipartisan AM For Every Vehicle Act.
Is Radio Being Fabulous?
(By Deborah Parenti) Radio could use another Bill Burton — or two. Some reading this may not be familiar with Bill Burton. For decades, he was one of radio’s biggest cheerleaders and a truly fabulous, passionate, and attention-getting presenter.
Ad Spend Continues Up As A Summer Genre Returns
The unofficial start of summer continues to give radio a boost, especially with the boon of Memorial Day sales. According to the latest update from Media Monitors for the week of May 22-28 the total spot play of the top five national advertisers on radio has increased.
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