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.
This Business Is 100% Mental
(By John Shomby) A few weeks back, a lot of us watched a rising country music artist do the unthinkable – botch the singing of the National Anthem – and then come clean and tell all that she had too much to drink prior to the performance and was heading to rehab.
Celebrating The Traits Of Legendary Air Talent
(By Buzz Knight) I saw the news this past week that Carolyn "Kruser" Kruse, the legendary mid-day personality at Country 102.5 (WKLB) in Boston announced she would be retiring at the end of the summer.
VSiN Picks Sports Radio Veteran Steve Cohen For Talent EVP
Sports betting radio network VSiN has hired Steve Cohen as its Executive Vice President of Talent and Programming. Cohen joins VSiN from SiriusXM where he served as Senior Vice President of Sports Programming, launching SiriusXM NFL Radio and Mad Dog Sports Radio.
Andrew Berger to Oversee Audio Branding for LA’s Meruelo Media
Meruelo Media has promoted Power 106 (PKWR) Imaging Director Andrew Berger to Senior Imaging Director for its audio brands. In his new role, Berger will be responsible for overseeing the imaging of Los Angeles' Power 106, Cali 93.9, KLOS-FM, and 93.5 KDAY.
Progressive Dominates Radio’s Top Advertisers for Early August
Progressive again held the lead for the most aired spots across monitored markets from July 29 to August 4, per Media Monitors. Even as total spot play dropped among the brands most invested in radio, results remain steady among the top five.
NextKast OnAir Launches Automation Integration For Music
Radio software developer NextKast OnAir has enhanced its Music Scheduler to be fully integrated with its automation system. This integration allows users to manage playlist creation, scheduling, and broadcasting from a single platform.
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