Retaining Top Talent Matters: How to Do It Right
(By Buzz Knight) If you are in a leadership position, focusing on keeping your high-performing talent happy is an important priority. Whether it be on-air talent or sales, guarding and fostering their well-being is critical. Here are some ways to keep them engaged and happy:
US Copyright Office Opens Inquiry Over PRO Licensing Practices
The US Copyright Office has launched an inquiry into the role of Performance Rights Organizations and their licensing revenue distribution practices at the request of Congress. Now broadcasters can let their voices be heard on the issue for a limited window.
WJCU’s Annual Blizzard Bash Raises Record Donations
Despite a snowstorm, more than 100 John Carroll University students and community members turned out for WJCU’s annual Blizzard Bash charity concert at Beachland Tavern in Cleveland. The event raised enough to provide over 18,000 meals for families in need.
Syndicated Tech Talk Show ‘Online Tonight’ Relaunches
After a long hiatus, the nationally syndicated radio show Online Tonight is returning, bringing a mix of tech insights, pop culture discussions, and audience interaction back to stations across the country. Former Apple repair technician Max Smart is back as host.
Yaman Coskun Returns To Radio With New AI Creative Offering
Veteran radio creative specialist Yaman Coskun, former Yamanair Creative CEO, launches yaman.AI, a hybrid creative services company offering local-direct-focused ad creation, sales tools, training, consultations, and production support across audio, video, jingles, and digital branding.
Long Island’s Wolf Raises $165K In First St. Jude Radiothon
Connoisseur Media’s 103.1 The Wolf (WWWF) hosted its inaugural Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothon on February 6 and 7, raising $165,825. The radiothon marked the beginning of a year-long fundraising initiative of partnerships and live events.
iHeartMedia and Dream Center Raise $15M for LA Wildfire Relief
In the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires, iHeartMedia and Southern California non-profit Dream Center have raised more than $15 million in cash and in-kind donations for over 80,000 people affected by the unprecedented disaster.
Tax Season Drives TurboTax to #1 on National Radio
After monitoring the tax-filing giant's aggressive moves through the rankings over the past month, Intuit's TurboTax has claimed the top spot in this week’s Spot Ten Radio rankings from Media Monitors, taking the crown after placing second in the previous week.
Marc James Joins Seattle Sports Radio for Middays on KJR
iHeartMedia Seattle has introduced a new midday sports talk show, MJ in the Midday, on Sports Radio 93.3 KJR with host Marc James. James moves from Tampa Bay, where he covered Florida sports for Genesis Communications' Sports Talk Florida.
Radio’s Digital Revenue Crossed the $2B Threshold In 2024
For the first time ever, the radio industry’s digital revenue for the year surpassed $2 billion in 2024. As almost one of every four dollars of the average station’s total revenue now comes from digital sales, the growth in this area is only expected to increase in 2025.