NPR Avoids Layoffs with Hiring Freeze
NPR will implement a hiring freeze as the program distributor explores ways to cut costs amid a drop in sponsorship revenue. The move will help NPR avoid layoffs, a tactic other media companies have used in recent months amid economic uncertainty.
Report: SiriusXM Plans Job Cuts Amid Sales Slump
SiriusXM is planning to reduce its headcount as the company grapples with a slowdown in sales and long-term economic uncertainty, according to a report published on Thursday. SiriusXM currently has around 5,600 employees across several divisions.
Radio’s Future African American Leaders
It's time to make your nomination for Radio Ink's 2023 Future African American leaders list. Our list includes radio employees from every aspect of the radio business from all over the country.
KWJJ Eradicates $4 Million in Medical Debt
Portland country station KWJJ (99.5 FM) helped nullify more than $4 million in medical debt during a recent campaign. The campaign, in partnership with the charity RIP Medical Debt, helped ease debt for more than 3,200 listeners.
Chicago to Get Some Holiday Cheer
iHeartMedia's Chicago cluster is giving away nearly $100,000 in cash, food and toys to Chicagoland families during the holidays with the return of “Spreading Holiday Cheer in Chicagoland,” a celebration of giving back to listeners and the community during the holiday season.
Nielsen: Radio Still Best Way to Reach Hispanic Audience
A new report from Nielsen reveals that radio is the most-viable way to reach U.S. Hispanic audiences. The study showed that 97% of all Latinos ages 18 and over listen to AM and FM radio on a monthly basis.
‘Speak Up!’ Program Launched in Laurie Kahn’s Memory
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio says it has launched a new mentoring program called Speak Up! The program was created in partnership with Media Staffing Network Founder and CEO Laurie Kahn prior to her passing in late October.
Report: ESPN to Come After WFAN
According to The New York Post, ESPN New York, now run by Good Karma Broadcasting, plans to change all programming to local in an attempt to chip away at Audacy's WFAN which crushes ESPN in the New York ratings.
Benztown Opens Applications for “Benztown 50′
Radio imaging firm Benztown is accepting applications for its 9th annual Benztown 50, the industry's exclusive listing of the top 50 voice over artists in the United States and Canada. The application period runs through January 13, 2023
Country Station Comes Through Big For Troops
Country station KSCS (96.3 FM) in Dallas and its morning show, "Hawkeye in the Morning," collected more than 106,000 holiday cards for military service members as part of the station's "10,000 for the Troops" card drive.
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