NAB Raises Concerns Over Proposed FM Broadcast Station Class
In June, the Federal Communications Commission announced it is considering the creation of a new FM broadcasting class, designated as "A10." Now the National Association of Broadcasters is urging the FCC to proceed with caution on the matter.
Radio Ink Names The 2024 Radio Wayne Awards Finalists
You submitted them - now here are the best of the absolute best in radio sales. Radio Ink is pleased to announce the finalists in the 32nd annual Radio Wayne awards, honoring the very best sellers and managers who tirelessly champion the benefits of radio every day.
TelevisaUnivision Optimistic For Hispanic Political Ad Revenue
TelevisaUnivision was the first US radio company to release its second-quarter financials for 2024, but the talk from CEO Wade Davis veered away from Q2 into excitement for the upcoming election as the Presidential race heads into "uncharted" revenue.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: We Forgot Gene Rayburn
(By Paige Nienaber) Radio has a cyclical history. We’ll rediscover something, run it into the ground, lose interest, and then forget about it for a decade. That’s something I hope happens with “Enter your email to win these great concert tickets!”
7 Tips for Magnetic Teasers
(By Randy Lane) During a recent coaching session, the show host had an enlightening moment, realizing that teasing is the radio’s version of clickbait. Like its digital counterpart, teasing is a hook that draws listeners in.
Sales Education: A GREAT Investment
(By Rick Fink) Without sounding too critical, let me make a bold statement: most business owners don’t know diddly about advertising. What they have learned comes from trial and error, but most have had little education about HOW and WHY advertising works!
Teddy Swims Tops US In-Car Charts with ‘Lose Control’ in Q2
The cross-genre appeal of Teddy Swims took the new star to new heights, racking up a distinct honor according to the latest data from Xperi's DTS. Swims' "Lose Control" was the most-played song in-car in the US from April 1 to June 30, beating out pop royalty.
Patrick Pfingsten To Take Over Springfield’s Morning News
Illinois political reporter Patrick Pfingsten has been named the new host of Mid-West Family Broadcasting's Springfield’s Morning News on 92.7 WMAY. Serving as a fill-in on WMAY since 2022, he replaces interim host Mike Wennmacher starting on July 29.
Hohler, Kerley To Lead Cumulus San Francisco’s Sports Radio
Cumulus Media has made dual programming promotions within its San Francisco Bay Area sports radio brands. Mike Hohler has been elevated from Assistant Program Director to Program Director of three stations, while John Kerley steps into that same APD role.
SiriusXM Locks Down Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo for Three More Years
Rumors that Chris "Mad Dog" Russo would make his exit from SiriusXM at the end of his latest contract have proved unfounded as the sports radio host has inked a new three-year deal to continue with the satellite broadcaster's Mad Dog Sports Radio.
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