Anti-Radio Rhetoric Discolors AM Testimony From CTA’s Shapiro
Consumer Technology Association President and CEO Gary Shapiro went beyond the auspices of his testimony to the US House Energy and Commerce Committee about the AM For Every Vehicle Act to attack AM/FM radio on every level during a hearing on April 30.
Nielsen & Edison: News/Talk Led AM/FM Listening In Q1
Nielsen has unveiled its latest offering, The Record, a detailed quarterly report examining American listening habits across various ad-supported audio platforms. The debut edition, covering Q1 2024, reveals that radio dominates ad-supported listening time.
Please Hold: What Do Your Listeners Hear When They Call?
If a listener or a client calls your radio station, what will they hear when they're on hold? A new Veritonic study about the power of on-hold audio may have you reconsidering what callers hear while you dig through the ticket drawer.
2024 Medallas de Cortez Finalists Announced
Radio Ink is delighted to unveil the finalists for the 2024 Medallas de Cortez awards, a hallmark event that honors outstanding achievements in Hispanic radio across programming, sales, and management sectors.
Bouvard: Radio’s Magic ROI Numbers Are 24%-18%-36%
Last week, Radio Ink reported on a recent UK study from Thinkbox underscoring the robust return on investment that radio and other audio platforms offer advertisers. Now Cumulus Media Chief Insights Officer Pierre Bouvard is expanding on those findings.
The Extinction of the Non-Compete
(By Mike McVay) The recent FTC ruling, appearing to eliminate the Non-Compete, has been met with mixed reviews. At first blush, it appears to enable almost anyone to go wherever they want whenever they want... which would be the wrong take.
Going Up Against The Big Dog
(By John Shomby) You’re going up against a station in your market that has been #1 for a very long time - The Big Dog!! For a task that may seem insurmountable, here are 6 steps that could help you take them down.
Hijacked!
(By Buzz Knight) We have all been part of this nightmare before: a meeting of the minds is convened to accomplish something crucial. Goals were laid out in advance. Everyone seems aligned with the correct intent. Then, out of nowhere…
Phoenix’s Power 98.3 Chooses A New Current With R&B Shift
Desert Valley Media Group's Power 98.3 (KKFR) in Phoenix has followed through on its promise of a new sound for the station with a Monday transition to an R&B and Classic Hip-Hop format. The shift also includes a new logo as part of a revamped visual identity.
Rhode Island Radio Voice Giovanni Retires After 50 Years
On Monday, Providence, RI radio staple Giovanni signed off for the final time, concluding a distinguished 50-year run in radio broadcasting. The celebrated host of 92PRO-FM's Giovanni in the Morning originally started on WPRO as a teen intern.
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