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The gap between average revenue and breakthrough revenue is almost never talent…it’s how you see the game. Here’s how to rewire your sales mindset specifically for radio, courtesy of columnist Loyd Ford.

Even a 15-second commercial invites the listener on a journey, says columnist Jeffrey Hedquist. "The elements I’ve just described will keep them on that journey for the whole commercial and then pull them along to the door, phone, or website of your client," he says.

The New York Festivals®(NYF) 2026 Radio Awards has unveiled its 2026 Radio Awards Shortlist. Innovative audio storytelling from creators across six continents was carefully evaluated by the New York Festivals 2026 Radio Awards Grand Jury.

Reaching audiences on multiple platforms, maintaining relevance in a shifting media landscape, and embracing the necessary tools to grow and adapt on the fly are not optional: they’re required, says Marty Sacks. For Sacks and Telos Alliance, IP is at the core of helping broadcasters survive and prosper.    

A small noncommercial Adult Alternative FM serving one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S. happens to be the home of a host whose syndicated radio program is celebrating its 35th year. In celebration of the achievement, the city of Melbourne, Fla., is honoring Fred Migliore. 

A Salem Media syndicated morning show host believes he has what it takes to succeed 13-term Republican Sam Graves in Congress, representing a swath of Missouri that includes Parkville, Kansas City International Airport, and such rural communities as Chillicothe and Kirksville.  

An FM translator serving a listening area between Albany and Catskill will soon be tied to that network, following its sale from K-LOVE Inc. It is being donated to Hudson Valley Public Radio, a partnership between the man who runs "WALL Radio" and the owner of WKZE, an acclaimed Americana FM in Upstate N.Y.

There’s a big spotlight coming for Wheatstone when it displays at the 2026 NAB Show, and it will focus on the heritage broadcast technology company’s VMX mixing platform, used for multiple studios, consoles, and glass surfaces.

Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Ian Kranitz, featuring student-run WHSJ-FM in Southfield, MI. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.

After more than four decades in broadcasting, the Senior Vice President for Connoisseur Media has announced her retirement, concluding a career that included roles at the former Alpha Media.