Beasley Media Cuts WMGK PD and Midday Host Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson has announced via Instagram that his roles as Program Director and Midday Host at WMGK Philadelphia, Midday Host at WROR Boston, and Program Director for the all-digital WJBR have been eliminated.
Jimmy Steal Launches Consultancy With Richards & McIvor-Allen
Industry veterans Jimmy Steal, Tim Richards, and Heidi McIvor-Allen have announced the formation of Collective Heads, a consulting firm specializing in talent coaching, content creation, and digital marketing strategies for radio and beyond.
LA Official Praises Radio for Lifesaving Updates During Wildfires
As first responders battle the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires, public leaders continue to emphasize the importance of radio, including LA County District 1 Supervisor Hilda Solis. Solis had a very personal story, sharing high praise for AM/FM when all else failed.
When Tech Falls Silent, Radio Speaks
(By Deborah Parenti) As the Consumer Electronics Show was showing off the fascinating and futuristic tech of tomorrow, the population of America’s second-largest metro was dependent on the “buggy-whip industry” that so many in attendance at CES are quick to write off.
FCC Reports Ongoing Lack of Diversity in Radio Ownership
The FCC’s biennial report on broadcast station ownership highlights a persistent lack of diversity in radio, with women and minority groups still holding a disproportionately small share of ownership compared to white and male stakeholders.
Station Sales Sluggish In 2024; BIA Tips Bullish On Future
The US radio industry’s mergers and acquisitions activity continued on its downward track in 2024, with the latest reporting from BIA Advisory Services. Yet with a Republican-controlled FCC on the way, that could be set to turn around - but how soon?
It’s Still Early – So Don’t Be Late
(By Loyd Ford) This is still the beginning of your best year in sales yet - but only if you really act it. I’ll tell you a secret: Everyone wants to win. In fact, everyone is doing what they think winning looks like. Of course, that doesn’t mean they are acting like winners.
A Brave New World
(By Steve Allan) Welcome to the first day of the rest of your radio life. On January 9, the PPM ratings universe changed – forever. While the new Nielsen three-minute rule is not the ratings law of the land, this grand change opens up a brave new world of possibilities.
Lawsuit Over SiriusXM Podcast Transcripts Gets New Judge
The long-running lawsuit against SiriusXM over alleged violations of Americans with Disabilities Act for failing to provide podcast transcripts has a new judge. The case was reassigned to Hon. Jeannette Vargas, following her November appointment.
Eric Church, Jelly Roll, & Women of Country Highlight CRS Friday
With almost one month before CRS 2025 kicks off in Nashville, the conference is uniting two Country music superstars for a grand finale event and giving details on the return of an event to connect and empower women in Country radio on Friday, February 21.
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