Christian Radio Leaders Share the Strategies Behind the Growth
Sometimes it's the smallest shifts that can often create the biggest benefits for listeners. Considering the audience growth of Christian radio, combined with some of the most faithful P1s in the industry, you'd forgive secular radio for peeking at their notes.
NPR Strengthens Donor, Digital Strategy With Parr and Poinsett
As NPR continues to restructure its revenue model following the end of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the organization has promoted two leaders within its fundraising and digital philanthropy teams, according to Chief Development Officer Rachel Evans.
Women to Watch: Kya Kelly, Urban One
(Charese Frugé) At just 27, Kya Kelly, Online Editor & Digital Strategist for Urban One Ohio, has carved out a lane both nostalgic and next-gen. Equal parts culture critic, digital architect, and self-proclaimed “Streetz Auntie,” Kelly represents a new wave of media talent.
Salem Gives Epperson Honor to ‘Grace to You’ Founder MacArthur
In a private gathering at NRB 2026, Salem Media honored John MacArthur, the founder of the syndicated Christian teaching program Grace to You, with the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award for Excellence in Christian Media. MacArthur passed away in July at age 86.
FOX 5’s Natasha Verma to Emcee BFOA Gala at The Plaza
It's the biggest night for one of broadcasting's most outstanding charitable organizations, and WNYW-TV anchor Natasha Verma is set to emcee the Broadcasters Foundation of America's 2026 Gala and Fundraiser on Monday, March 9 at New York City's Plaza Hotel.
Mayra Berenice Joins Lotus’ 980 La Mera Mera for Afternoon Drive
Myra Berenice is taking afternoons at Lotus Communications Los Angeles' 980 La Mera Mera (KFWB-AM), as the Regional Mexican station completes its drive to cover every major daypart with live, local personalities. She was previously heard on Entravision's KLYY.
Jim Lyke Back at SBS for a Breath of Fresh AIRE
Jim Lyke is returning to Spanish Broadcasting System, as the Hispanic-centric broadcaster dubs him Executive Vice President of Network Radio and National Digital Sales for AIRE Radio Networks, co-leading the division alongside AIRE EVP of Operations Carolina Patiño.
AdApt Enhances AI-Driven Media Sales Platform With BIA Data
BIA Advisory Services has entered a strategic partnership with AdApt Media Sales to integrate local advertising market data, revenue forecasts, and business category analysis into sales technology used by broadcasters and other local media organizations.
iHeart Adds Flag Football to Emerging Sports Partner Portfolio
The International Flag League, formerly USA Flag, named iHeartMedia its official media partner, aligning the world’s largest flag football tournament operator with the United States’ largest owner of broadcast radio stations for year-round promotional support.
Podcasts Surpass Radio in Spoken-Word Listening for First Time
It may have seemed unthinkable a decade ago, but, for the first time, podcasts have surpassed over-the-air radio in daily spoken-word audio time in the US, according to new Edison Research Share of Ear data covering listeners 13 and older through Q4 2025.















