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The RAB has found its chief judge for the 35th annual Radio Mercury Awards. Bandits & Friends Co-Chief Creative Officer and co-founder, Danny Gonzalez, will oversee the jury in 2026, honoring excellence in radio and audio creative.

As technology divides American attention, new research posits that media multitasking has expanded total daily consumption to the equivalent of 32 hours, and it is audio that is most uniquely equipped to thrive in such a nonstop, attention-layered environment.

MediaCo President and CEO Albert Rodriguez used the company's Q3 earnings disclosure, first reported by Radio Ink, to announce a full pivot into "growth mode," framing the quarter's results as a foundation for audio, video, and distribution platform expansion.

Beasley Media Group Philadelphia’s 93.3 WMMR set a new benchmark for its annual Preston & Steve’s Camp Out for Hunger, as the morning duo collected more than 1.8 million pounds of food and $1,635,637 to benefit the Delaware Valley’s largest hunger relief organization.

(Randy Lane) What makes certain radio and podcast personalities rise above the rest? Why do some hosts create instant connection, loyalty, and talk-worthy moments while others sound like background noise? After coaching talent for decades, here's what I've noticed.

Audacy’ Minneapolis’ 830 WCCO (WCCO-AM) has raised $374,607 during its 23rd annual Interrupt Homelessness radiothon supporting Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. The event has brought a fundraising total of nearly five million dollars since its start in 2003.

Audacy Seattle’s 100.7 The Wolf (KKWF) has raised $400,000 during its fifth annual Operation K9 Companion fundraiser. The effort supports Northwest Battle Buddies, which provides trained service dogs for veterans managing PTSD.

Cumulus Media’s 102.9 (KARN) has completed its United We Feed Food Drive supporting the Arkansas Food Bank through November 6-7. The two-day event collected food and financial donations to assist families across the region during a local effort held onsite.

Young broadcasters continue to look ahead at radio’s future with clear goals and strong interest in growth across platforms. When asked what part of radio’s future they want to help shape, many point to digital expansion, human connection, and the next phase of storytelling that supports long careers.

An FCC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, released in August, launched a “ground up” review of the Emergency Alert System. In its final reply comments, the NAB’s response focuses on one central message: explore enhancements, but preserve broadcast's proven success.