Former SummitMedia CRO John Walker Launches Consultancy
Former SummitMedia Chief Revenue Officer John Walker has started Sales Ranch, a new consultancy aimed at helping broadcasters boost their revenue. As Summit's CRO, Walker led revenue strategies for 45 radio stations across nine markets from 2021 to 2023.
Woodward Closes On $4.3M Illinois Deal With Neuhoff Media
Woodward Communications has officially completed the acquisition of seven radio stations from Neuhoff Media. The deal, which was finalized on October 1, expands Woodward's presence in Springfield and Bloomington, Illinois.
Government Podcasts Lead Ad Rates As Election Nears
As the election approaches, Government genre podcasts topped the list of Libsyn's measurement of podcast advertising rates for September. The average cost-per-thousand for a 60-second ad in September was $21.37 - a slight increase from August’s rate.
Country Radio Hall of Fame Calls for 2025 Class Nominations
The Country Radio Hall of Fame has opened nominations for its Class of 2025, with submissions accepted until October 28. Inductees will be announced during the Country Radio Seminar 2025, February 19 to 21 at the Omni Nashville Hotel.
Albuquerque’s KRST Welcomes Cody Clark As APD
Cumulus Media has named Cody Clark as Assistant Program Director and Afternoon Drive On-Air Host for 92.3 KRST Country in Albuquerque. Before joining Cumulus, Clark was the Program Director at internet streaming Country AF Radio, based out of Las Vegas.
Michigan Radio Host Found Safe After Days Missing Near Asheville
Michigan radio personality Mari Dew was one of the hundreds reported missing after widespread flooding from Hurricane Helene struck Asheville, NC, where she was vacationing. Fortunately, this story has a happy ending for the WKLT host.
Three New Spanish-Language Radio Stations Launched In Orlando
Norsan Media has expanded its presence by launching three new radio stations in Orlando focused on Hispanic audiences. The trio will bring a diversity of music genres, talk shows, cultural programming, and community events for Latino listeners in Central Florida.
WABC’s Sid Rosenberg Returning to Israel for Shows Near Gaza
New York City morning host Sid Rosenberg is returning to Israel for a series of live broadcasts on 77 WABC from October 7 to 10, marking the first anniversary of the conflict's beginning on October 7, 2023.
KMJ Raises $493K to Fight Hunger in California’s Central Valley
Cumulus Media's NewsTalk 580/105.9 KMJ in Fresno, CA, partnered with local agriculture company Gar Bennett for the 11th Annual Feeding Families Fund Drive on September 20, raising over $200,000 in just one day to support the Central California Food Bank.
Cut The Cord: AM/FM Exceeds Cable TV In Reach At Less Cost
As Americans continue to cut the cord on cable TV, brands should consider doing the same with their advertisements in favor of more radio. AM/FM outperforms cable TV when it comes to reaching key consumer demographics, according to new data on media spending.
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