This Old House Opens Door to Public Radio with DIY Series
Public television staple This Old House is bringing its home improvement expertise to public radio with the launch of This Old House Radio Hour, a new hour-long series debuting March 22 from LAist Studios, This Old House Productions, and Ember20.
Iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio Host Bob Rivers Dies of Cancer
Many radio industry veterans are expressing surprise and shock, as Bob Rivers has died at the age of 68. Rivers had suffered from terminal cancer, as disclosed in a January 15, 2025 article in the Seattle Times.
State Broadcasters Rally on Capitol Hill to Defend Local Radio
Broadcasters from across the country convened in Washington, D.C., last week for the annual NAB State Leadership Conference, advocating for key legislative and regulatory issues. Here's what they tell Radio Ink about their experiences:
Ojeando: 2025 Hispanic Radio Conference Agenda Revealed
Nielsen's new "3-minute" rule, the future of the in-car experience, and geotargeting's specific effect on Spanish-language broadcasters are just the tip of the topics to be broached and discussed at Radio Ink's 2025 Hispanic Radio Conference.
KJLH’s Karen Slade Reflects on Three Decades in Radio
In an exclusive interview for Radio Ink’s March issue, Los Angeles radio operator Karen Slade shares insights on accountability, the role of radio in times of crisis, and how strong community relationships can turn broadcasters into lifelines.
Mason, Katz, and Lawlor Honored At BFOA Golden Mic Gala
The Broadcasters Foundation of America honored three industry leaders at its annual Golden Mic gala in New York, recognizing their contributions to the organization’s mission of supporting broadcasters in need, including former CBS Radio President Dan Mason.
Gimme 3 Minutes; Gimme 3 Minutes, Mister
(By Mike McVay) Last week, Radio Ink presented a webinar focused on Nielsen’s January launch of the "3-Minute" change implemented for PPM markets. The results are not as clear as the projections predicted by the pundits. They haven’t been as universal as was speculated.
Showing Your Self As A True Leader
(John Shomby) I was recently involved in a deep discussion about leadership with a local group of business entrepreneurs and the subject of “vulnerability” as a leader came up. That discussion drew me back to my early days of management several decades ago.
Annual Radiothon Raises $650,762 for Tennessee Children’s Care
Holston Valley Broadcasting Corporation’s 2025 Radiothon raised $650,762 to support Niswonger Children's Hospital in Tennessee's Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol market. The annual event, now in its 13th year, has generated over $5 million.
Amanda Barren, Dave Allen To Co-Host WV’s MetroNews Midday
West Virginia's MetroNews is set to debut MetroNews Midday across its statewide radio affiliates beginning March 24. The program will feature veteran 13 News and Tonight Live anchor Amanda Barren alongside WCHS Radio talk show host Dave Allen.
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