State Rules On Radio AI Disclosures May Soon Be Unenforceable
As Congress debates a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, a provision buried deep in the legislation could soon render many state-level AI regulations, including those directly affecting radio broadcasters, effectively unenforceable.
Officials Say Trump Cuts Threaten Public Radio’s Emergency Role
As the Trump administration pushes to end federal funding for public media, Oregon emergency officials are warning of the risks such cuts to radio could pose to vital emergency communications and disaster response.
The Next Time You Hire Talent, Think Like A Supermarket
(Randy Lane) You may like your grocery store, but would you ever stand for hours in long lines anticipating the opening of a new one, or get a tattoo to show your loyalty? How can radio create loyalty and superfans like Wegmans?
Hot 97, Estrella Help Drive MediaCo to Record Digital Growth
MediaCo is celebrating a swell of digital growth across its multiplatform media portfolio, as the company continues its integration of Estrella Media streaming assets. The company is reporting a 19% year-over-year increase in monthly digital unique users.
NAFB Mobilizes Ag Radio to Fight Rural Food Insecurity
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has launched a new initiative across its member stations aimed at addressing hunger, particularly in rural America, through public service announcements, on-air stories, and digital outreach.
Warren Ballentine Seeks ‘Common Ground’ On SiriusXM
Former Reach Media syndicated host Warren Ballentine has joined SiriusXM with a new program that aims to spark civil discourse across political lines. Common Ground premiered June 17 on the satellite broadcaster's HUR Voices Channel, managed by Howard University.
Friends of Georgia Radio Hall of Fame To Add Eight Industry Icons
The Friends of Georgia Radio Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 class, honoring broadcasters who have shaped Georgia radio on-air, behind the scenes, and in engineering across a wide range of formats. All will be honored in an August ceremony.
Edison Takes A Pulse On What Gen Z Wants In Audio Ads
What really makes Gen Z stop and listen? New data from Edison Research is shedding light on what cuts through the noise, and gets one of today’s most sought-after media consumers to engage with an audio ad - and it’s not always what brands might expect.
Women in Radio Celebrated at 2025 Gracies Luncheon in NYC
The broadcast industry united to share an inspirational afternoon in the shadow of New York City's Grand Central Station, at the AWM Foundation's annual Gracie Awards luncheon, celebrating the achievements of women across local radio, television, and digital media.
BFOA Media Mixer Draws Hundreds to Packed NYC Event
The Broadcasters Foundation of America’s third New York City Media Mixer delivered a packed house and high energy Wednesday evening, uniting more than 200 broadcast executives, emerging talent, and future stars inside iHeartMedia’s Manhattan studios.
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