John Fix: As-Run Data Is Key to Proving Radio’s Sales Impact
Former Procter & Gamble analyst John Fix is among those praising Media Monitors' latest announcement - one he says could help advertisers more accurately measure the sales impact of terrestrial radio and eliminate longstanding data gaps.
Baltimore’s 98 Rock Names Justin Johnson Program Director
Hearst Communications' 98 Rock (WIYY) in Baltimore has announced Justin Johnson as its new Program Director, effective September 1. Johnson, who has been Assistant Program Director since 2023, succeeds Rick Strauss, who is retiring.
FEMA Urged to Act as CPB Closure Threatens EAS Infrastructure
In the wake of the elimination of federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting under the Rescissions Act of 2025, the organization's ongoing closure could soon deal a serious blow to emergency readiness, particularly in rural and at-risk communities.
BIG3 Dunks on Progressive in Spot Ten With Help From iHeart
Progressive had a rare week outside of the number one spot on Media Monitors' latest Spot Ten rankings of the top national radio advertisers. For the week of August 11–17, Ice Cube's BIG3 took it to the rim for the win, making the most of the league's iHeart deal.
AI Misuse May Be Leading To Radio Ad Underperformance
As AI tools become faster, smarter, and more accessible, radio stations are exploring new ways to streamline local spot production. But a new study suggests that when creative expertise is removed from the process entirely, the results may fall short.
Brian Fisher Named MediaCo CRO as Digital Revenue Escalates
MediaCo has promoted Brian Fisher to Chief Revenue Officer, expanding his leadership to all revenue-generating functions across the company’s linear, digital, audio, and event businesses in a time of accelerated expansion for the company.
Workforce Diversity in Radio News Reverses Course, Per RTDNA
After reaching its highest diversity levels on record, radio newsrooms experienced a significant setback in workforce diversity during 2025, with minority representation dropping nearly five percentage points, erasing gains made since 2023.
OUT NOW: Nielsen’s Rich Tunkel on Radio’s Future
The August issue of Radio Ink Magazine is here: Nielsen’s Rich Tunkel on data and advertisers, the Best PDs in America, and expert takes on AI, mentorship, and holiday strategy. Everything you need to finish 2025 strong.
APMG Cuts 6% of Staff After State and Federal Funding Loss
American Public Media Group has laid off approximately 6% of its workforce, following a $6 million budget shortfall tied to rescinded federal funding and reduced state support from the Minnesota Legislature, impacting several divisions of the public radio giant.
No Silver Bullet, Just Iron Habits
(Loyd Ford) A key mistake that many fall prey to in business and in sales is chasing the idea of the Silver Bullet. You know, things are going poorly now, but if I pull off this unbelievable deal, all will be saved. The keyword in that sentence is unbelievable.
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