FTC’s Proposed Noncompete Ban Hits Judicial Speed Bump
The Federal Trade Commission's proposed ban on noncompete agreements, initially set to take effect on September 4, now faces uncertainty following a preliminary court ruling. The FTC's move has been both praised and criticized by employees and managers across radio.
IBA Forges New Partnership with Radio Vendor Alliance
The Independent Broadcasters Association is joining forces with the Radio Vendor Alliance to assist small and medium-sized radio stations. The partnership will provide enhanced resources and group pricing benefits to help these stations compete against larger players.
YouTube Overtakes Spotify and Apple as Top US Podcast Platform
After years trailing competitors like Spotify and Apple, YouTube has emerged as the most favored platform for podcast consumption in the United States according to Cumulus Media and Signal Hill Insights' Spring 2024 Podcast Download Report.
NYC Radio’s Race Taylor Extends His Stay at WCBS-FM 101.1
Audacy New York City midday host Race Taylor is set to stay with Classic Hits WCBS-FM 101.1, marking his 25th year in New York City radio. He has signed a contract extension to continue with the station after joining WCBS in 2019.
Carton, Murphy To Join New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame
The New York State Broadcasters Association has announced the 2024 inductees to the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Radio honorees include WFAN's Craig Carton, WGNA's Sean and Ritchie, and Buffalo Bills radio caller John Murphy.
Home Improvement Fuels Monster July 4th Week For Radio Ads
National advertisers made it the biggest week of the year for AM/FM commercial airplay as two radio-friendly giants duked it out for the top spot. After weeks of trading places in the Media Monitors rankings, Lowe's beat out The Home Depot for the July 4th crown.
Wichita’s 12 News Picks Up KFH’s ‘Sports Daily’ Video Simulcast
Audacy Wichita has teamed up with CBS affiliate KWCH-TV to launch a video simulcast of the KFH Radio (KFH-AM/FM) morning show, Sports Daily. The show is now available on KWCH-TV’s digital streaming service, 12 News Connected.
Dan Mann Fits Beasley’s Digital Sales Plan For New Jersey
Beasley Media Group has announced the promotion of Dan Mann to the position of Digital Sales Manager for its New Jersey operations. Mann, who has been with the company since 2020, previously held the position of Client Services Manager at Beasley Boston.
Nevada Broadcasters Scholarships Aid Next-Gen Journalists
The Nevada Broadcasters Foundation has awarded thirty full cost-per-credit scholarships to Nevada college students through the Tony and Linda Bonnici Scholarship Fund. This initiative supports broadcasting and journalism students in their educational pursuits.
Lawrence ‘Uncle Funky’ Jones Joins Houston HBCU Station
Houston's The Choice 90.9 (KTSU) has added veteran Texas radio personality Lawrence “Uncle Funky” Jones to its lineup. Jones will host The Ultimate Backyard Party for four hours every Saturday on the Texas Southern University-owned station.
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