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.
Cumulus Nashville Celebrating Pioneering Black Journalist
Cumulus Media Nashville's urban AC station 92Q (WQQK) will host "Family Day In the Park" on June 3 to recognize the city's African American community. The event will feature the presentation of the inaugural Kwame L. Lillard Community Service Award.
Yacht Rocker WKEY Finds Local Sales Captain
Due to his limited personal presence in Key West, Key 93.7 (WKEY) owner Buddy Shula has entered into a sales partnership with Michael Stapleford's Magnum Broadcasting, Inc. Stapleford will serve as the official local sales representative for the station.
Women’s World Series Roster Set On Westwood One
Cumulus Media's Westwood One has released its broadcast plans for the NCAA Women's College World Series starting June 1. The tournament will feature eight teams competing in a double-elimination format to determine the champion ending either June 8 or 9.
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