MAGNA US Ad Forecast Update Is Bullish On Digital Audio
The advertising landscape in the United States is poised for significant growth in 2024, according to the latest forecast update from MAGNA. The report predicts a 9% increase in the US, with room for substantial growth in digital audio as radio revenue slows.
Techsurvey 2024: Radio Listeners Very Wary Of AI Ads and Hosts
Jacobs Media first gave a preview of their Techsurvey 2024 findings about artificial intelligence at Country Radio Seminar in February, but now they're giving a broader look across multiple formats ahead of the full presentation which will be held on April 25.
NAB Redesignes 2024 Diversity Symposium With Broadcast Focus
The National Association of Broadcasters is growing its annual Diversity Symposium for the fourth edition. The symposium has been redesigned for 2024 to better serve its audience, offering specialized sessions in broadcasting, media production, AI technology, and more.
Blast From The Past: Kelly Orchard, KVVQ
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Kelly Orchard at her family's station, KVVQ, in Victorville, CA. Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Matt Pinfield Joins LA’s ‘SoCal Sound’ For Afternoon Drive
Revered rock radio host and television personality Matt Pinfield is joining Los Angeles' The SoCal Sound 88.5 as the new afternoon drive host, taking over from Andy Chanley who moved to Audacy's WXRT in Chicago.
Infinite Dial: Podcast and Streaming Audio Trends Surge in 2024
The latest insights from Edison Research's 2024 Infinite Dial report, presented by Megan Lazovick at Podcast Movement Evolutions, illustrate a significant shift in American audio consumption habits, highlighting an uptick in podcast listening and streaming audio.
Minor League’s Rainiers Back On Seattle Radio On The AM Dial
Tacoma Rainiers games are making a comeback to radio for the first time since 2019. Hubbard Broadcasting's KIXI-AM will host play-by-play for the season. The Adult Standards station will simulcast game coverage on KRWM-HD2.
D.C. United Returns To The Radio With iHeart Sports DC
iHeartMedia Washington, DC has renewed its radio and streaming partnership with D.C. United, through the end of the 2024 season. Matches will be broadcast live on 1190 iHeart Sports DC (WTSD-AM) and WWDC-HD2 locally, as well as globally via the iHeartRadio App.
Central California Radio Legend Joey Mitchell Dead At 77
Sacramento has lost a local radio legend with the death of Joey Mitchell at the age of 77. Mitchell spent 51 years on-air in California's Central Valley at stations like 1140 KRAK Country, Cool Oldies 101.1, and 101.5 KHITS. He retired in March 2021.
Binnie Media Names New COO and Programming EVP
New Hampshire-based Binnie Media, under the leadership of President and CEO Massimo Rosati, has announced two significant promotions within its team. First, Faith Francis has been elevated from Executive Vice President of Sales to Chief Operating Officer.
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