Barry McKay Named PD at Coastal Virginia’s 92.9 The Wave
Two promotions at Max Media of Coastal Virginia see Barry McKay move from midday at 97.3 The Eagle (WGH) to Program Director/Brand Manager and afternoon host at 92.9 The Wave (WTWV), while Jerry Hoyt steps into middays at The Eagle and adds APD duties.
After 40 Years and for the First Time, WKRP Returns to Cincinnati
The most famous fictional call letters in radio history are finally home — for real. In this exclusive conversation with Radio Ink, Randy Michaels and Jeff Ziesmann tell us exactly what they have planned for WKRP the Oasis as the station goes live in Cincinnati.
Missouri Broadcaster to FCC: Scrap Caps to Save Local Radio
John Zimmer built a case that helped kill the FCC's TV Top-Four Prohibition in federal court last year. Now, the Zimmer Radio of Mid-Missouri President wants the Commission to go further and scrap local radio ownership caps altogether for the 2022 Quadrennial Review.
NYC Newsman Lee Harris Joins WABC for Global Network Push
Lee Harris spent 30 years as the morning newscaster New York listeners trusted at 1010 WINS, a run that ended with his 2024 induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame. Now the veteran news executive is stepping into the biggest role of his career.
‘Ken & Kitty’ Ready for Season Five with a Brand-New Studio
(Sponsored Content) The Ken & Kitty Podcast is a comedy podcast and internet radio station hosted by the duo Ken and Kitty. The show, which features audio and video components, can be found on numerous platforms like Spotify.
The True Value Of Relationship-Building Skills
(Loyd Ford) Relationship-building is no longer a soft skill for today's radio sellers; it is a strategic advantage. The most effective sellers are not simply “naturals.” They are intentional students of people, communication, and trust. They practice, fail, adjust, and improve.
A Local Content Realization
(Steve Allan) A recent “Sounds Profitable” newsletter from Tom Webster was about, as he says, his 860 thoughts on the rumors of a potential SiriusXM/iHeartMedia merger. It’s a long piece but well worth your time. (Spoiler: he does not have 860 thoughts on this.)
Connoisseur’s WZSR Mobilizes Fox River Flood Response
When severe storms brought flooding to communities around Chicagoland’s Fox River, Connoisseur Media’s Star 105.5 (WZSR) partnered with local township officials to coordinate a rapid volunteer response, assisting residents whose homes were threatened.
Beasley Media Puts Mental Health Front and Center For May
Beasley Media Group is dedicating May to mental health awareness, activating its Community of Caring initiative with new messages on and off-air that the broadcaster says will "support listeners and spark meaningful conversations around mental well-being."
A New Trust Puts Milwaukee’s Black Media in Community Hands
The Milwaukee Courier and 101.7 The Truth (WGKB) have partnered to form the Milwaukee Black Media Trust, a community ownership structure ensuring that both historic Black media institutions remain independent and in service of Milwaukee’s Black community.
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