Understanding Radio’s Share of Wallet: Markets 41-50
Continuing with our weekly series to show BIA’s Radio Share of Wallet analysis, let’s now look at BIA’s estimates for markets 41 to 50 for 2021.
Seizing Opportunities in 2021
(By Charlie Sislen) As a new year begins, we can breathe a sigh of relief that 2020 is behind us. Many businesses were shuttered, never to reopen. Some industries may be changed forever. However, others will evolve. This is where radio stations can make lemonade from lemons.
Escapism; Providing An Escape
(Mike McVay) The year 2020 is one that so many “wished away.” We all wanted to get past December 31st and look forward to starting a new year. The start of 2021 makes many of us think about rejecting the “free 7-day trial of 2021” and return it.
Rush Bolts From Twitter
He wasn't a big fan of Twitter, often referring to social media as a cesspool, however, following President Trump's account being blocked from Twitter, the conservative host deactivated his own account.
Cumulus Suspends Fresno Host
No matter how much tenure you have, when your employer believes you've crossed the line with what you say, you must pay the price. That's what Cumulus is doing with 34-year KMJ Fresno host Ray Appleton, who, as we reported Friday said on the air, “certain news editors should be hanged." Cumulus has suspended Appleton.
WCCO’s Lee Retiring After Three Decades
After 32 years at WCCO in Minneapolis, Radio, Dave Lee is retiring. Lee’s career began in Fargo as PD and afternoon drive host at the KFGO-AM before getting noticed and joining WCCO Radio in 1989.
Wilbur Retiring, Moving To Texas
Seattle Conservative talker Kirby Wilbur announced his retirement during his live show Friday afternoon. Wilbur has been with KVI for a combined 20 years, first coming on to the scene as a caller. He eventually became one of KVI’s longest running hosts.
Austin Radio Network Raises $137K
The Horn, KOKE-FMand 105.3 The Batlisteners and sponsors raised over $137,000 in the Buy a Box holiday campaign benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank. The drive funded 4,588 food boxes for Central Texans in need.
9/11 Stories Premiers
Q104.3 (WAXQ) is launching a custom podcast and video program. 9/11 Stories is a partnership between iHeartMedia New York and Barasch & McGarry; lawyers for the 9/11 community.
Greg & The Morning Buzz Re-Up
Greg & the Morning Buzz have signed on for four more years for WHEB-FM (Portsmouth) and WGIR-FM (“Rock 101”/Manchester). The agreement with iHeartMedia New Hampshire includes newly created sales and sponsorship opportunities for the program.
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