CRS Ready To Debut First-Ever ‘Workshop Alley’
With Country Radio Seminar 2024 days away, more details have been released about this year's inaugural Workshop Alley. These sessions on Friday, March 1 are dedicated to skill development in three critical areas: Social Media, Imaging/Production, and Podcasting.
Frederick’s Free Country Beats Its Own Record For St. Jude
Connoisseur Media Maryland's WFRE set a new record for its "Free Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon" on February 15 and 16. Over 26 hours, the station raised $610,448 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital's battle against childhood cancer.
Country’s Beyoncé Era: How Do Country’s Top PDs Navigate?
With the release of Beyoncé's "Texas Hold 'Em," Country Program Directors are navigating demand and expectations from fans inside and outside the genre. Radio Ink asked this year's Top Country PDs about programming music that pushes the boundaries.
As Black Consumer Power Grows, Radio Is A Crucial Platform
The latest Katz Multicultural study, titled "The Importance of the Black American Consumer," sheds light on the evolving dynamics of the American consumer base, including the significant growth and influence of Black consumers who frequently turn to radio.
AI Finds How Volume and Length Affect Audio Ad Engagement
What qualities do audio ads with the most engagement share? This is the focus of the new Audio Attention Report by Veritonic, marking the grand debut of its partnership with AI tech company Realeyes in the process of streamlining best practices for AM/FM and podcasts.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: How To Win Concerts
(By Paige Nienaber) The Art of Concert Dominance is a lost language. With so many stations throwing in the towel on having a presence at concerts, it feels like they’ve pulled the goalie and a motivated station could shoot on the net with impunity.
When The Clothes Make The Sale
(By Chris Stonick) I'm sure you've heard the old saying, "Dress for the job you want, not the one you have." I believe that extends to the type of call you’re going on. If I’m going to meet with a mom-and-pop construction company, I’m not coming in hot with my best suit.
How To Be Funny On The Radio (Or At Least Not Force It)
(By Randy Lane) Funny always scores at the top of why people listen to radio morning shows. Humor leads your brain away from information to an emotional response and gives your show the important surprise factor - and it's never been more critical than it is today.
Audacy VP of News Bill Smee Is Stepping Down
Audacy Vice President of News Bill Smee has announced he is no longer with the company. Smee joined then-Entercom in August 2020 to help oversee operations for the company's 25 locally-based news stations.
Audacy Reorganization Plan Approved By US Bankruptcy Court
Audacy has received approval from the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas for its Plan of Reorganization. The company now awaits final clearance from the Federal Communications Commission before officially exiting bankruptcy.
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