Stellar Sales Start With ‘Why’
(Loyd Ford) The most powerful radio sellers are not the ones who talk the most about their station, ratings, package, or price. The most powerful radio sellers make the advertiser feel understood. That begins with a shift in focus: stop making sales about...
NRG Media Generates Big Buzz For Kids With Toy Story Toy Drive
NRG Media Lincoln's Froggy 98 (KFGE) and B107.3 (KBBK) turned a movie premiere into a community moment for its Toy Story 5 Toy Drive, buying out two movie theaters for listeners and collecting over a hundred toys for local charities from the attendees.
Miami’s Revolution Dance Network Plants Radio Flag in Vegas
A Miami dance music brand is making its first move outside South Florida. ANCO Media Group closed on a $1.4 million acquisition from Heftel Broadcasting Company, launching Revolution 99.7 (KHYZ) in Las Vegas as an extension of the Revolution Dance Network.
Meruelo’s Cali 93.9 Trades In Reggaeton for Más in LA
Ahead of the holiday weekend, Meruelo Media's Los Angeles outlet Cali 93.9 (KLLI) has ditched its Latin rhythmic format in favor of bilingual Adult Hits. Meruelo had not issued a public announcement at press time, with no news about any potential changes in airstaff.
WVU Mountaineers Headline a WVRC Media Homecoming
West Virginia University Athletics and Learfield's Mountaineer Sports Properties have set new flagship affiliates for WVU football, basketball, and baseball. Starting with the 2026 football season, WVRC Media returns to the Mountaineer Sports Network for full coverage.
From Earworm to Ad Icon: How Radio Remade Liberty Mutual
When Liberty Mutual took home Radio Marketer of the Year honors at the Radio Mercury Awards last month, Chief Marketing Officer of US Retail Markets Jenna Lebel's acceptance speech wasn't just a thank-you. It was a call to action for brands to build around audio.
What Power in Radio Actually Means To Those Who Wield It
This year marks the 30th edition of Radio Ink's 40 Most Powerful People in Radio. It is beyond trite to say a lot has changed in the industry since then. What hasn't changed is the harder question underneath: what does power actually mean to the people who have it?
Can Radio Solve The Loneliness Epidemic?
(Randy Lane) America has a loneliness epidemic. The National Institutes of Health reports that nearly half of US adults experience loneliness, with some of the highest rates among young adults. It's become a significant public health concern. Here's a stat that should stop you cold:
Townsquare Brings Dennis & Judi Back to New Jersey Radio
Dennis Malloy is returning to New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW) a year after stepping back from the midday show he and Judi Franco anchored for more than two decades, with Townsquare Media New Jersey announcing a broader lineup overhaul starting July 13.
CPR Elections Add Four New Directors, Approves FY27 Slate
Colorado Public Radio has approved a work plan and budget for the new fiscal year at its June 17th meeting, officially adding four new members with backgrounds in public policy, energy, local government, and retail technology.
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