The Wynn in Vegas Adding Podcast Studios
A deal was announced Thursday between Wynn Resorts and sports podcasting network Blue Wire. Wynn is investing $3.5 million in the network and that will include a podcast studio in the lobby of the hotel.
What About That Triton Chart?
Since early 2020 Triton Digital has been producing podcast charts that include the top networks and the top shows. iHeart has never participated in the Triton charts, choosing Podtrac instead.
iHeart’s $42 Million in Q4 Podcast Revenue
It will be interesting to see if other radio companies follow iHeart's lead and reveal exactly how much revenue they are generating from podcasting. For the most part radio has been touting big podcast revenue increases but burying the actual number as digital revenue.
ChaiChi Drops Two Episodes
Benztown CEO Dave "Chachi" Denes has released two more episodes of his podcast of Chachi Loves Everybody. One features National Radio Hall of Famer Blair Garner, the other Beasley Media Group Communications Officer Heidi Raphael. LISTEN
Maximize Your Team
(By Buzz Knight) I recently came across two great reads that I wanted to share with you. They remind us that every level of success starts by maximizing your team and building a strong leadership foundation.
We Expect To Be at 2019 Levels End of This Year
That's what iHeart CEO Bob Pittman said Thursday evening when the company reported Q4 and full year 2020 earnings. Revenue was down 9% in the 4th quarter, with broadcast down 19%, network off 16% and digital up 53%, including a 100% jump in podcasting revenue.
iHeart’s New Reporting Structure
Before its Q4 earnings call Thursday iHeart announced a new operating structure under which its Digital Audio Group business, which includes iHeartRadio and podcasting, will now report its financials separately from the Multiplatform Group business, which includes radio.
Bongino Hits 100
Westwood One’s Dan Bongino Show is now heard on over 100 stations, with the latest affiliate KSVL-FM in Reno putting Bongino at the 100 mark. The Conservative talker, a former Secret Service Agent, launched in March 2020. He also served as a NYPD officer from 1995 to 1999.
HD3 in New York To Air Shannon Show
Entercom has added Scott Shannon’s “True Oldies Channel” on WCBS-FM HD3 in New York. The program is hosted by WCBS-FM's radio legend Scott Shannon. It features music from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
Programming Promotions For Entercom Dallas
Vince Richards has been promoted to Rock Operations Manager of 100.3 JACK FM (KJKK-FM) and ALT 103.7 (KVIL-FM). And JT Springer has been elevated to Brand Manager of 100.3 JACK FM (KJKK-FM).
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