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In the latest review of current audio advertising trends, Madison and Wall Principal Brian Wieser unpacks radio's losses. Wieser examined Q1 growth trends and ad revenues of iHeartMedia, Audacy, and Cumulus, confirming a decline in total ad revenues year over year.

StoryCorps, a national nonprofit organization focused on recording and preserving diverse stories, is partnering with Colorado Public Radio for a stop on its Mobile Tour. The organization will be in Colorado Springs from June 1-28, offering in-person and virtual recording options.

In an early victory for the AM For Every Vehicle Act, Ford Motor Company has reversed its decision to remove AM radio from its new vehicles. CEO Jim Farley announced on social media that AM radio will be included in all gasoline and electric 2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

After President Joe Biden's Monday nomination of telecommunications attorney Anna Gomez for FCC Commissioner, response flooded in from around Washington DC. Many praised her career, as well as the President's pick of a Latina to have a seat on the Commission.

The Most Influential Women in Radio are in Radio Ink! From the unstoppable woman on our cover to the full list of glass-ceiling-shattering powerhouses, take a look at what and who you'll find in this month's issue.

Last week's Cumulus Media/Westwood One Audio Active Group blog showed radio is one of the most effective ways to advertise a movie. Radio Ink talked to Cumulus Chief Insights Officer Pierre Bouvard about how local stations can cash in.

When Pfizer needed to advertise its Comirnaty vaccine during the COVID-19 pandemic, they leaned on AM/FM radio heavier than usual. What came next was a surprising discovery that they now put to work for brands like Ibrance and Eliquis.

The Radio Advertising Bureau is bringing together radio CEOs for a discussion on company culture and how it drives a brand's success or failure. "Culture Starts at The Top" will be held on Tuesday, June 20 at noon CT.

Syndicated radio host Kim Komando has lowered the price of her Phoenix, AZ studio after failing to find a buyer for the fully equipped space. Initially selling for $13 million, the 26,000-square-foot property's listing had included all the studio equipment.

Comparing the total spot play of the top five advertisers to last week's numbers, there has been a slight increase. This week, the total reached 233,476 spots, reflecting a positive trend. The national spot leader remained unchanged for the fourth week.