From CES: The Auto Lowdown
(By Buzz Knight) The Consumer Electronics Show has become a pivotal destination for the automotive industry to showcase their brands, and at CES 2020 many of the same themes continue to surface.
Emmis NYC Stations Leadership Team Promotions
Emmis has made several leadership changes at WQHT (HOT97) and WBLS in New York City. Here are all the details from Market Manager Charlie Morgan.
Decision-Makers: The Secret to Securing Appointments
The Hispanic Radio Conference is pleased to present special guest Matt Sunshine, who will conduct a session focused on one of the biggest challenges faced by radio reps — reaching decision-makers.
University of Arkansas To Pay $76K Fine
The FCC's Enforcement Bureau has entered into a Consent Decree to end an investigation into whether the University of Arkansas violated the Commission’s underwriting laws by broadcasting announcements promoting products, services or businesses of its financial contributors.
All Digital AM Comments Due March 9
In his latest blog broadcast attorney David Oxenford has an important reminder -- comments are due March 9 on the FCC's plan to allow AM stations to voluntarily transition into all-digital operations. Read it HERE.
SiriusXM Pre-Announces Strong 2019 Results
On Tuesday SiriusXM announced it had added a total of 1.063 million net self-pay subscribers to finish 2019 with approximately 30 million self-pay subscribers, exceeding the company’s initial 2019 subscriber guidance.
Hubbard Seattle Collects Nearly 8 Million Meals
The 19th annual Home Team Harvest broke records for the third year in a row, raising 7,982,154 meals for Northwest Harvest, the largest hunger relief agency in Washington state.
The Power Of Partnerships
(By Buzz Knight) We all know that when we begin the long roadmap of innovation it’s tempting to think we can go it alone. Ego and pride drive the initial calculus, and unfortunately many times that can be the death of the initiative.
MPR Looks At Disinformation
In a new initiative, Can You Believe It?, Minnesota Public Radio News will look at the channels in which disinformation reaches consumers, particularly through social media, and offer methods to combat its spread.
iHeart Makes Official What Trump Told The World
Days after President Trump leaked word at a rally, iHeartMedia announced it has renewed its agreement with the President's close friend, Rush Limbaugh. While iHeart did not announce the terms of the deal, the President said it was for four more years.