NAB Rebuffs FCC’s Proposed 72-Hour EAS Fix Deadline
When cell networks went dark for weeks during recent disasters, radio stations kept broadcasting emergency alerts throughout. That track record now anchors the NAB's response to portions of a major FCC proposal, which it says could undermine EAS reliability.
Nielsen: Extending Cumulus Nationwide Access Isn’t ‘Practicable’
A federal judge is forcing Nielsen to hand over three years of pricing data as part of a scramble ahead of today's hearing that could determine whether Cumulus Media keeps access to Nielsen's national radio ratings past its September contract deadline.
The Passing of Dolly Parton: The Lesson to Learn
When a major event happens, people turn to a trusted source to be told by the people they trust what it is that happened. When we don’t satisfy that need, we risk losing our audience.
iHeartMedia Girds a New Steelers Audio Network Program Slate
iHeartMedia Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Steelers have updated the Steelers Audio Network programming lineup by adding former players, such as Super Bowl XLIII Champion Willie Colon and linebacker Vince Williams, to FOX Sports Pittsburgh.
KBA Names 2026 Radio, College Radio Award Finalists
The Kentucky Broadcasters Association has narrowed the field for its 2026 Excellence in Broadcasting Awards, naming finalists in professional and collegiate radio categories ahead of an October 25 ceremony at Louisville's Galt House.
Triton Digital, RCS Worldwide Integrate For OTA Programmatic
Triton Digital and RCS Worldwide have integrated their platforms, letting broadcasters running RCS's playout software transact programmatic ads on their existing infrastructure. This extends automated ad buying to over-the-air radio inventory.
Momentum Secures Tomorrow’s Sales
(Loyd Ford) In most sales meetings, the first questions are predictable: What is sold? What did you sell? How much revenue came in? And those questions matter, because results matter. But the final sale is the one part of the process you cannot completely control.
How To Use Radio to Overcome Trust Issues
(Jeffrey Hedquist) Think about this: when you’re about to make a purchase, do you check out the latest ads for the product or service, comparison ratings, search online, or rely on advice from friends who’ve bought what you’re about to buy? The latter always seems to weigh most.
ISBC Sets Entry Window For 2026 Student Audio Challenge
Student broadcasters from nearly a thousand institutions worldwide are about to compete for a new title. The International Student Broadcasting Championship has opened its 2026 competition spanning radio, podcasting, digital content, and esports broadcasting.
Nashville’s Game Stays Vandy’s Flagship in Contract Extension
Commodore football's radio home is set for years to come, just in time for kickoff. Vanderbilt Athletics and Cromwell Media have extended their multiyear broadcast partnership, keeping games and weekly programming on Nashville airwaves.
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