Pierre Robert, Gary Krantz Among Nine New Radio Hall Legends
The Radio Hall of Fame's Nominating Committee has selected its 2026 Legends class, a posthumous honor recognizing nine figures who shaped the industry. The Hall will recognize these Legends, alongside the eight living inductees announced in May, later this year.
MIW Names Nowik 2026 Programming Mentorship Recipient
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has found its eighth Elevating Women in Programming mentee. Cosette Nowik, PD and Afternoon host for Cumulus Media's 96.9 The Fox (WWWX) in Oshkosh, WI, will spend the next year paired with senior programmers.
Recognizing Sellers and Managers Behind Radio’s Growth Engine
Digital isn't radio's side hustle anymore. Digital ad revenue has grown from $600 million in 2016 to a $2.3 billion engine in 2025, and it now represents 24.4% of the average station's total revenue nationwide, according to RAB's latest Digital Benchmarking Report.
FCC Locks In Rules For 2027 FM Construction Permit Auction
Broadcasters hoping to launch a new FM station have deadlines to work with. The FCC has finalized bidding procedures for the sale of 132 FM construction permits nationwide, confirming a September application window for a previously announced February start.
Lead Like Steve
(Deborah Parenti) There’s something deeply human about leadership. At its heart, it’s not about titles, corner offices, or standing above others; it’s about standing with them. The best leaders understand that true leadership flows from caring as much about people as about results.
From Grocery To Finance, Sports Audio Delivers for Brands
Five months after its State of Audio report about sports fandom, Audacy is back with more evidence for investing in radio with category-specific web traffic data and two new advertiser case studies, timed to a football season about to bring fresh ad dollars.
Dropping The Ball In Front Of A Potential Client
(Loyd Ford) You are standing in front of a client, walking confidently through your presentation, when they stop you. “There’s a mistake on this slide.” Your heart drops. For one painful second, everything feels louder. What you do next matters.
Client’s Personal Stories Touch Listeners
(Jeffrey Hedquist) Many advertising clients started businesses because of a personal crisis. Some did it because of a discovery, breakthrough, or surprising benefit. Capturing these personal stories can be a powerful way to create effective commercials.
California Rock RIF: Anaheim Broadcasting Lays Off KCAL Airstaff
The entire airstaff at Anaheim Broadcasting's KCAL 96.7 has been let go as the Inland Empire classic rock station moves to a no-jock format. Hosts confirmed the cuts on social media Friday, as ownership framed the change as "fewer interruptions and more music."
New High for D-Loh: Delta Media Elevates Eiserloh to PD
Three years ago, Dawson Eiserloh stepped into a morning producer role at Delta Media Corporation’s ESPN Lafayette/Lake Charles (KLWB). Now, Delta is raising the New Orleans native to KLWB's Program Director, leading the ESPN station across its pair of frequencies.
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