Forgy Focuses On Resilience As Saga Reports Q1 2024 Loss
"Radio isn't broken, it's just slowing down - maybe a little misunderstood." Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy delivered another memorable, if more muted, earnings call on Thursday as the company's candid leader discussed a "subpar Q1 performance."
OUT NOW: Honoring Radio’s Most Influential Women
Women have always played a pivotal role in shaping the radio industry, bringing power, perspective, and innovation at every level. The May issue of Radio Ink recognizes and celebrates their contributions with our 25th annual Most Influential Women in Radio issue.
Rolling With The RIFs: Would You Be Prepared?
(By Gary Berkowitz) Losing your job is right up there with major life losses. With so many people losing their positions this week, please allow me to share some ideas to help you get through this.
Townsquare Media Swings To Net Income In Q1 2024 Earnings
Townsquare Media continues to become more "digital first" by the quarter. In Q1 2024, digital revenue came to represent 53% of the company's total net revenue in what leadership described as a challenging yet strategically promising first quarter.
Audacy Nears Chapter 11 Exit With Stronger Q1 Performance
Audacy was the fourth major radio player to share its 2024 Q1 earnings on Thursday, providing some positive news as the company prepares to exit Chapter 11. Net revenue rose while overall net loss greatly shrank from Q1 2023.
Buzz Knight’s ‘Takin A Walk’ Hikes Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Buzz Knight's Takin A Walk music history interview podcast has announced the donation of select episodes to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives. The podcast features thorough discussions with prominent figures in the music industry, past and present.
After 64 Years, Sam Simmermaker To Retire From Columbus Radio
Indiana sports broadcasting legend Sam Simmermaker has announced his retirement at the age of 92, after a 64-year career with White River Broadcasting in Columbus. Simmermaker's final daily sports updates will air on May 24.
IAB: Podcasting Will Break $2 Billion Ad Revenue Barrier In 2024
The increase in podcast ad revenue may have been more modest in 2023, but the Interactive Advertising Bureau forecasts the medium will bring in more than $2 billion for the first time in 2024 after cresting the $1b mark only three years ago.
Jeff Crouere Steps Into GM Role At New Orleans Community AM
The voice behind Ringside Politics on New Orleans' WGSO-AM, Jeff Crouere, is now the President and General Manager of that station. Crouere has been a host on Northshore Radio's non-profit talk community station for more than 17 years.
Hispanic Radio Alliance To Present Multicultural Growth Blueprint
In the closing moments of Hispanic Radio Conference 2023, a coalition of broadcasters and vendors was formed that has since turned into the Hispanic Radio Alliance. The Alliance will again take the floor in 2024 to discuss the journey ahead.
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