Google Assistant Outage Blocks Radio Streams
For days now, Google Assistant users haven't been able to access their usual radio streams. The platform's audio integration is currently down, causing an error message to be displayed when users request to play a radio station on any Google Assistant device, including cars.
Rosenworcel To Address NAB Show Main Stage
With days to go before NAB Show 2023, it is confirmed that Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel will address the convention on the Main Stage. Her talk will follow the fireside chat with NAB President Curtis LeGeyt on Monday morning.
Family-Friendly App Adds APM Studios’ Kids Lineup
Interactive children's audio platform Yoto is bringing the complete collection of American Public Media Studios' kids podcasts to the Yoto app for free. The APM library joins more than 30 podcasts and free audio features for families to access.
Baby Shark Gets Apple Exclusive Podcast
South Korean entertainment studio Pinkfong, known for Baby Shark, is launching its first podcast slate exclusively on Apple Podcasts. The English-language channel features three podcasts aimed at a global audience.
Conclave Cancelled Due To Unforeseen Circumstances
The Conclave board has decided to pause the event due to unforeseen circumstances. The conference, which focuses on programmers, talent, and managers, was scheduled for Tuesday, June 20 and Wednesday, June 21 in Minneapolis.
Townsquare Talks Women’s Health With Essentia
Townsquare Media Duluth has partnered with Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin healthcare provider Essentia Health for Real Talk on Women’s Health, a podcast covering sensitive but essential issues in a non-judgmental setting.
Wide Orbit And Telos Teaming For AoIP Solution
Telos Alliance is combining its Audio-over-IP control and routing with Wide Orbit's Automation for Radio in a new partnership. The fully-integrated cloud environment aims to assist voicetracking across multiple stations and assisting with live multi-voice shows.
A.I. Program Director Joins Super Hi-Fi Suite
On Tuesday, artificial intelligence for radio developer Super Hi-Fi introduced Program Director, a cloud-based operating system designed for curating, programming, and scheduling radio.
Fairfield’s Steve Trivers Passes
Fairfield Broadcasting Company co-founder Steve Trivers passed away peacefully on Monday at the age of 85. Trivers was a Harvard graduate who spent more than sixty years in radio. He got his start in the industry in Atlanta with Bill Drake.
A Powerful Ally For AM Radio Emerges From Print
In a video editorial titled "Why AM Radio Must Be Saved — And How To Do It" published on Tuesday morning, one of the biggest names in print journalism made a passionate case for why AM radio must be protected and preserved.














