After Streaming Setback, SiriusXM Targets Terrestrial Radio
After a failed push to compete with streaming services, SiriusXM is reshaping its strategy to directly target terrestrial radio listening. "We have a real opportunity here to take share from AM/FM with the right price points and packages," said CEO Jennifer Witz.
Rules of Engagement
(By Buzz Knight) Every day in radio is a battle. In an era of endless digital distractions, radio personalities and radio brands face the daunting challenge of capturing and holding the attention of listeners who have more choices than ever before.
FAQs: 3-Minute Rule Edition
(By Randy Lane) Three of the most common questions Jeff and I are asked by talent and management are regarding stop-sets, meeting with talent, and when to run features. But the hottest topic of discussion? It's all about Nielsen's new 3-minute rule.
CPB Awards $649K to Strengthen Local News in Appalachia
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has awarded a grant providing three years of additional funding to the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, a journalism collaboration spanning public radio and television across Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
Public Radio Anchor Heard Across Texas Dead At 41
A familiar voice to Texas public radio listeners has died. Houston Public Media anchor Matt Thomas has passed at age 41 after a brief illness. Thomas served as midday anchor for News 88.7 (KUHF) and as a statewide anchor for The Texas Newsroom.
Audacy KC Brings New Service Hours to The Church of Lazlo
Less than a year after it moved to afternoons on the station, Audacy Kansas City's 98.9 The Rock (KQRC) is moving The Church of Lazlo into morning drive. In the show's place, the station is bringing in Ashley O from Audacy New Orleans' Bayou 95.7 (WKBU).
Salem Scraps June Radio Comeback for Dennis Prager
Conservative talk host Dennis Prager is no longer set to make his radio comeback on June 3, following a setback in his recovery from a spinal cord injury. The commentator has been absent from his nationally syndicated midday program since earlier this year.
Marconi Nominations Open; Ceremony Shifts to Standalone Gala
The NAB has opened the nomination period for the 2025 Marconi Radio Awards, as the annual ceremony is moving to a special gala dinner held in advance of NAB Show New York this October, marking a shift outside of the annual conference at the Javits Center.
Tariff Fears, Ad Slowdown Push Cumulus Q1 Loss Past $32M
Tariffs, The Daily Wire, and digital were repeated points in Cumulus Media's Q1 2025 earnings report, which saw the broadcaster's net loss rise to $32.4 million for the quarter - more than doubling the $14.2 million loss posted in Q1 2024.
iHeartMedia Selects Leon Williamson to Lead Memphis and Tupelo
iHeartMedia has appointed Leon Williamson as Market President for its Memphis and Tupelo operations. He replaces Karen McCrary Mitchell, who has held the role since May 2023. Williamson was previously Market President and SVP of Sales for iHeart Indianapolis.
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