Prolific Radio Sales Trainer George Hyde Has Died
Former Susquehanna RVP and RAB EVP George Hyde, who spent decades training radio salespeople, passed away on Monday evening. He is remembered by those who knew him as a tireless optimist and one of the industry's most dedicated advocates.
Bill Cody, Voice of Nashville’s WSM and the Grand Ole Opry, Dies
Bill Cody, the legendary voice of WSM-AM and the Grand Ole Opry, died Tuesday in Nashville at the age of 67. WSM remembered Cody as "a trusted voice, a generous friend, and a constant companion to generations of listeners."
Radio’s D.C. Allies Help NABLF Celebrate Service to America
The NAB Leadership Foundation brought some of Capitol Hill's most prominent AM radio compatriots to the stage Tuesday night as it hosted the 2026 Celebration of Service to America Awards in Washington, honoring broadcasters for superlative community service.
America 250: Connoisseur Reminds That ‘Radio Makes It Real’
Connoisseur Media has developed a suite of free broadcast-ready content for radio stations to use as part of the national America 250 celebration, tapping agency partner Next Rodeo to help showcase radio's role in connecting communities around historic moments.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Golden Ticket Giveaways
(Paige Nienaber) Just trolling sites, it seems like many stations will have a really busy summer of concert ticket giveaways. This is Good. However, many stations are stuck with the same old "enter keyword to win." This is Not So Good. But there is hope for your giveaways yet.
RAB Opens Registration for AI Sales Tool Webinars
The RAB is moving the AI conversation from concept to practice. The organization has opened registration for a four-part presentation series focused specifically on integrating AI tools into radio sales workflows, running from July through September.
Love Always Grant Expands WPR’s Youth Music Education Efforts
The Love Always Foundation has awarded $100,000 to Wisconsin Public Radio for the statewide expansion of WPR's Classical Music Day, an initiative born in Milwaukee that connects student musicians and youth ensembles to performance opportunities in professional concert settings.
Four Radio Groups Face ASCAP Suits Over Unlicensed Music
ASCAP filed federal copyright infringement suits today against four radio groups it claims have aired its members' music without a valid license for several years and refused to resolve the matter despite repeated outreach from the organization.
MBA Hall of Fame Honors Arthur Singer, Jordan Rich and More
The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association added seven to its Hall of Fame during an evening of friends, family, and colleagues, which ended with the induction of the MBA's late co-founder and first President, Arthur J. Singer, who received the Pioneer Award.
Salem Media Moves Into Christian-Centric Talent Representation
As it heads toward new ownership, Salem Media is moving beyond broadcasting and publishing into talent representation. The company has started Salem Creators Agency, a new venture focused on helping faith-centric and family-friendly creators grow.
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