Classic 1986 Mets Game To Be Aired On WOR
The New York Mets’ radio flagship, 710 WOR-AM/New York, announced Monday that it will re-air the entire radio broadcast of Game 6 of the 1986 World Series between the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox, as a prelude to a Memorial Day weekend-long tribute at Citi Field to the 1986 Championship team.
Podcaster Finalists Announced
On July 6, the Academy of Podcasters will hold their Awards & Hall of Fame Ceremony in Chicago. The Academy has just released the list of nominees. The top 10 nominees have been selected in the following categories: Arts, Business, Comedy, Education, Fiction, Food, Games & Hobbies, Health, History, Kids & Family, Music, News & Politics, Religion & Spirituality, Science & Medicine, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation, Technology, and TV & Film.
Stone To Receive NABEF Leadership Award
Best known for her roles in films like Basic Instinct and Casino, Stone also has an impressive track record in raising awareness and support for AIDS research, prevention, and treatment.
Bondholder: “I Was Shocked.”
The San Antonio Express-News reports that Jon Belk of Franklin Advisers, Inc., investment adviser to certain iHeartMedia bondholders, was completely blindsided when he heard of the December 3rd transfer of Clear Channel Outdoor shares.
Report: CBS Radio Generates $1.2 Billion in Revenue
When CBS corporate reports its quarterly earnings, radio is but a blip on the company TV screen. That will obviously change if the radio division is spun off, which some are predicting will happen early next year. Because CEO Les Moonves hardly pays attention to radio in his quarterly report, it's impossible to ever know what the CBS Radio revenue is. It's reported as part of "local broadcast," which includes TV. Variety columnist Jan Dawson thinks he figured out the radio numbers.
Trump Reaches Out To Radio’s Sykes
The presumptive Republican nominee for President, Donald Trump reached out to WTMJ Milwaukee host Charlie Sykes last week in an attempt to move him into his camp and gain his vote. Sykes was an early member of the #NeverTrump campaign.
The Vibe Of Talent Management
(By Buzz Knight) The world of talent management needs an overhaul when it comes to positivity. Also, last week I discussed the importance of empathy in talent management. And the two characteristics are critical building blocks to success. Empathy + Positivity = Talent Productivity.
Can A Low Power Compete With The Big Guys?
That's exactly what former Clear Channel employee Andy Kovacs is attempting to do in Tampa. Kovacs tells The Tampa Bay Times that he wants to take radio back to its roots. Kovacs is running Low Power Radio Station WYPW-FM 99.9, or Power 100, which covers only 14 miles.
Who Is The Podcast Listener?
New data from Nielsen Scarborough found that podcasting consumption continues to increase with the number of adults 18 and older listening to a podcast during the past month, doubling over the past five years. Building a loyal audience is where the challenge lies for Podcasters.
“Munchie” Donovan New Director Of Digital For iHeart Tampa
iHeartMedia Tampa Bay announced that Brian “Munchie” Donovan has been named Director of Digital, effective July 1, 2016. As Director of Digital for the Tampa region, Donovan will work closely with the programming staff and talent for the region’s 10 brands to deliver a seamless experience for listeners
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The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
