Liggins: There’s New Interest in Urban One Platform
And, the CEO says, that has to do with the climate of social justice that's gripping the nation. Specifically, Liggins singled out Proctor & Gamble who he says is committed to spending more ad money to reach the African American community.
Myth Debunked. Young People Do Listen to Radio
We know the Gen Z generation does everything on their mobile device. They were practically born with one. That includes listening to audio. And data released by Edison Research this week shoots down the theory that kids don't listen to the radio.
Radio In An Odd Time
Ben Holsen, one half of the now defunct Ben and Dana Show, on GO 96.3 FM (KQGO-FM) Minneapolis, wonders if radio is still in his future. The 39 year old got his first taste of the business at 15.
Radio Asks. Listeners Deliver.
iHeartMedia Seattle’s 95.7 The Jet, says the inaugural Jodi & Bender’s Fill the Truck Food Challenge raised over 220,000 meals to benefit Food Lifeline, a food network powered by Feeding America which distributes food to over 300 food banks, shelters and meal programs.
Cousin Brucie Ending SiriusXM Show
One of the most familiar voices on the radio is ending his run on SiriusXM tomorrow night. Cousin Brucie announced to his 60,000 Facebook followers that Saturday night will be his final show on SiriusXM, where the 84-year old has spent the last 15 years.
A’s Find Out Fans Want To Hear Baseball On The Radio
The decision made by the Oakland A's to abandon radio and only broadcast their games on TuneIn didn't work out too well. Turns out, the fans want to hear their favorite team, their favorite broadcasters, on the radio. As a result of fan feedback, Oakland is back on the radio.
Carroll Joins Salem Music Network
Amanda Carroll has joined Salem Media Group’s Music Network in Nashville. Salem Music Network will produce Carroll’s five-hour show for daily syndication beginning Monday.
Frank Ski Returns To WHUR
The Frank Ski Show with Nina Brown takes over afternoons August 3 on 96.3 WHUR. It's been a bit of a shuttle back-and-forth from WVEE in Atlanta to WHUR in DC for Ski.
New Voice For ESPN Audio
Voice-over artist and host Cayman Kelly is set to work with ESPN Audio in August. Kelly will be heard on the network’s programming including updates, promotions, digital podcasts and live event content.
Entercom Messing With AMP In LA
Starting August 3 The Morning Mess comes to 97.1 AMP (KAMP-FM). A special LA edition of the show from Live 101.5 (KALV-FM) in Phoenix will hit morning drive.
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