Leaders in Focus: Tony Garcia, Now! Media
Nominations for Radio Ink's 2026 Top 20 Leaders in Radio close on Friday. As we look ahead, we're reconnecting with previous honorees to get their take on the industry's direction. Today, Now! Media CEO Tony Garcia weighs in on radio's evolution.
The Truth That Beats ‘We Can’t’
(Loyd Ford) Each week, I usually write about sales for Radio Ink, but this week I wanted to write something more universal. For years, I believed the saying you hear all the time. “It’s not what you know; it’s who you know.” But now I know the truth:
Brand the Advertiser with Hope
(Jeffrey Hedquist) Emotional commercials work. When you position your client’s solution to the problem your audience members have, make it emotional. We all want to feel good, and what’s one of the most powerful emotions leading to a good feeling? Hope.
Harrison on CPB’s Final Act: ‘Dissolve for the Greater Good’
Corporation for Public Broadcasting CEO Patricia Harrison used her prepared remarks at the organization’s final board meeting on January 29 to reflect on CPB’s legacy and outline a final transition aimed at sustaining local public radio and television outlets nationwide.
Gracie Awards Extends Deadline Again Following Winter Storm
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has once again extended the call-for-entries deadline for the 51st Annual Gracie Awards in response to this past week's extensive winter storm. The new final deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 5, at 11:59p ET.
Country Radio Seminar Expands Research Focus at CRS 2026
Country Radio Seminar has announced three research presentations for CRS 2026, centering on original audience insights with studies designed to inform programming decisions, strategic planning, and long-term industry growth.
Former Public Radio GM Charged With Felony Embezzlement
After months of investigations, the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office has officially charged the former General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of Capital Public Radio with multiple felony counts tied to alleged embezzlement, grand theft, and forgery.
‘Wild Willy’ Cut Short With ‘Rebel Radio’ Takeover In PCB
As part of its recent wave of activity across the Florida panhandle, JVC Broadcasting has replaced Wild Willy with Rebel Radio on 100.1 FM (WWLY) in Panama City Beach, introducing a new multi-decade Country music playlist strategy.
New Grants Offer Lifeline to Public Stations Hit By Funding Losses
As public media stations face mounting financial strain tied to federal and state funding cuts and withdrawals, the Public Media Bridge Fund has launched two emergency grant programs aimed at stabilizing local outlets at risk of service disruptions or shutdowns.
Audacy’s Kelli Turner Joins Forecast 2027 as Radio Co-Chair
Audacy CEO Kelli Turner has joined Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR's Forecast 2027 as Radio Co-Chair for its November 12 return to the Harvard Club of New York, bringing heavyweight broadcast and finance leadership to broadcasting's most prestigious conference.
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