Is Radio’s Next Gold Rush Here? Four Media Brokers Speak Out
As the FCC's quadrennial review signals potential changes to local radio ownership caps, the industry stands at a crossroads. Will deregulation spark a wave of dealmaking, or will financial headwinds and market realities temper expectations?
Women To Watch: Deanna Podstawa; 95.1 WSNJ, Wilmington
(Charese Frugé) Deanna Podstawa’s life changed in 2018 when she answered a blind audition on Facebook for KLCA in Reno. What she thought would be a fun one-off guest host opportunity became a thriving career.
Beyond Metros: When the Internet Stops, Democracy Still Talks
(Kathleen Miller Fink) In political planning, the assumption of “universal coverage” is the new blind spot. Step into farm country, down a gravel road, or through the hills where broadband still buffers, and you’ll hear the truth humming through the radio dial.
NAB Pushes Crystal Radio Awards Deadline to November 4
The National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Radio Awards are returning to Washington, DC, as the ceremony prepares to commemorate its 40th anniversary. The Crystals honor radio stations for outstanding community service efforts over the past year.
VSiN Expands Radio Reach in Cleveland and Charleston
Sports betting network VSiN is expanding its national footprint with new and expanded radio partnerships with iHeartMedia in Cleveland and Cumulus Media in Charleston, adding to a recent deal in Missouri with Mid-West Family Broadcasting.
Skyview, Veritone Partner on Network Audio Sales
Skyview Networks will be starting the new year with a new network audio sales partnership with Veritone. Through the agreement, Veritone will work with Skyview’s sales leadership team to enhance its AI-powered VeriAds network starting January 1.
One Putt Broadcasting Welcomes Back Ryan Oldfield to KFRR
One Putt Broadcasting has announced the return of Ryan “Rash” Oldfield to New Rock 104.1 (KFRR) in Fresno, bringing him back to the frequency that built his radio career. For nearly two decades, Oldfield hosted Road Show on what was then Alt Rock 104.1.
Nielsen: Cumulus’s Antitrust Suit Is About Money, Not Monopoly
Per Nielsen, Cumulus Media's antitrust lawsuit is meritless - just a price fight dressed up as litigation. In a court filing made October 27, the ratings giant insists Cumulus “'can easily avoid' irreparable harm by 'accepting [any] offer [Nielsen] has made.'”
Philadelphia Rock Radio Great Pierre Robert Found Dead At 70
Philadelphia radio has lost one of its most enduring local voices. WMMR midday host Pierre Robert was found dead at his home on Wednesday. Robert joined WMMR in 1981 and became synonymous with the city’s rock identity for more than four decades.
Armen Williams to Lead Westwood One’s 24/7 Sports Network
Cumulus Media has named Armen Williams Executive Director of Westwood One Sports 24/7 Programming. Williams will lead the development and production of the network’s new around-the-clock sports content, officially joining the team on November 3.
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