‘Ducati’ Wheels His Way Into APD Role At Atlanta’s Kiss 104.1
Cox Media Group Atlanta has promoted Dyron “Ducati” Walker to the position of Assistant Program Director at Kiss 104.1 (WALR). Walker has been with Kiss 104.1 since 2019, and takes on programming duties to complement his midday on-air show.
Asset Sales Boost Salem Media Group Into The Black In Q2
As the company continues to divest properties during a turbulent year, Salem Media Group has reported a mixed, yet promising, financial performance for Q2 2024, showing a rebound in net income despite a downturn in total revenues thanks to savvy sales.
Randi West Takes The Mic At Kentucky’s Kiss 96.9
LM Communications' Kiss 96.9 (WGKS) in Lexington, KY, is welcoming Randi West to the station's on-air lineup. The Illinois native and veteran broadcaster will handle afternoon drive and Saturdays on the Central Kentucky Classic Hits station.
Audio Ads Give Edge As Retailers Sweat Back-to-School Decline
With current projections showing back-to-school spending down year-over-year as extreme economic uncertainties return to the headlines, research is showing how audio advertisements benefit retailers more than TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Criminal Charges Could Be Coming In CapRadio Financial Fiasco
As Sacramento's Capital Public Radio releases the results of the latest audit highlighting significant financial mismanagement, it has come to light that the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is now involved over vague payments and potential conflicts of interest.
John Goforth Gets Go Ahead To Lead Hubbard’s Podcast Division
Hubbard Radio has appointed John Goforth as its new Vice President/General Manager of Podcasts. Goforth most recently served as Chief Revenue Officer at Magellan AI, with background at HowStuffWorks, iHeartPodcasts, Midroll Media, and CBS Radio.
NAB Seeks Evidence-Based Judgement Over FM Duplication Rule
The NAB has formally requested the Federal Communications Commission reconsider its recent decision to reinstate the FM Duplication Rule. The FCC’s decision, finalized in a June 2024 order, has sparked controversy and criticism from stakeholders within radio.
Comment Period Opens For FCC Rule On Political Advertising AI
The FCC has set dates for comments around its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the use of artificial intelligence in political advertising. The rule would require FCC licensees, including radio operators, to report political ads that use generative AI.
The Fish Leaves Little Rock As New Christian Group Takes Over
Salem Media Group is selling off another station in its religious radio network, with the sale of Little Rock's 93.3 The Fish (KKSP) to Encouragement Media Group. The station will be rebranded to 93.3 KVNE starting September 1, offering a simulcast of EMG's flagship.
The News Trilogy
(By Mike McVay) My writings over the last three weeks have focused on News and Information. The conclusion to The News Trilogy is all about content. News is one of the content attributes that makes radio an information destination.
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