Beasley and NRG Media Executives Share AI-Era Sales Lessons
As artificial intelligence reshapes how agencies plan and buy media, two radio market leaders are rethinking everything from sales structure to execution. Their message: adapt faster, integrate deeper, and make accountability the core of every client relationship.
When’s the Best Time to Start Playing Christmas Music?
(Steve Allan) If you follow along with our column, you know that we do a Radio Ratings Roundup every PPM survey for the top 20 markets. The recently released December survey gave us our first look at the impact the all-Christmas formats had on these markets.
Rhett Akins Joins Clint Black, Steve Wariner for CRS Acoustic Alley
Rhett Akins, Jim Beavers, and The Warren Brothers will join the lineup for Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley at Country Radio Seminar 2026, adding more songwriting firepower to one of the event’s signature traditions.
Supreme Court to Decide Future of FCC Enforcement Authority
The Supreme Court has decided to hear a case that puts the FCC’s entire system for imposing fines under constitutional scrutiny, and could dramatically redefine how the agency enforces rules on pirate radio, EAS compliance, and broadcast operations.
Cali 93.9 & Food For The Poor Unite to Aid SoCal Families in Need
Meruelo Media's Cali 93.9 (KLLI) joined forces with Food For The Poor for their first-ever radiothon, uniting Southern California listeners to support children and families across Latin America and the Caribbean through the organization’s Angels of Hope program.
Judge Cites Nielsen ‘Coercion’ in Granting Cumulus Injunction
We now have more understanding of a federal judge's decision to grant Cumulus Media a preliminary injunction against The Nielsen Company in its closely watched antitrust dispute that could prove a watershed moment for the audio measurement and ratings industry.
Intentions, Declarations, or Resolutions?
(Randy Lane) By the first week of the new year, an estimated 20-25% of all people are already wobbling on their resolutions. Many use the words "intentions" and "declarations" to make positive change. So, the real question isn’t why they fail, it’s how we make change stick.
KBOI Fills Nine Trucks With Toys in Idaho’s Largest Toy Drive
Cumulus Media’s NewsTalk KBOI 93.1 and 670AM (KBOI) has partnered with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Charlie Co. for its annual holiday toy drive in Idaho. The 12-day event collected toys, books, bicycles, and monetary donations supporting Toys for Tots across multiple regions.
Last Chance: Secure The Best Forecast Price Before Monday
After this past weekend, we're all hoping Punxsutawney Phil forecasts an early end to winter. But now is the time to act if you want a better 2027. Secure your place at the broadcast industry’s most prestigious conference at the absolute lowest price available.
Women to Watch: Heather Bermudez; WCBS-FM, New York
(Charese Fruge) From the fast-paced newsroom of 1010 WINS to the energy of morning radio, Heather Bermudez’s career has been fueled by momentum and purpose. Fresh out of college in 2018, she landed a part-time role as a News Production Assistant at WINS.
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