Longtime Baltimore AM Radio Anchor Dave Humphrey Passes
Former Baltimore AM host and Maryland government official Dave Humphrey passed away in Hilton Head, SC at the age of 80. Humphrey began his career in radio in his home state of Georgia at Savannah's WSGA, WBYG, and WSAV.
AE In ’19, Market President In ’24: iHeart Promotes Wittkopp
iHeartMedia Madison has announced the immediate appointment of Monica Wittkopp as Market President. Wittkopp's journey with iHeartMedia began in 2019 as an Account Executive in Madison, followed by a promotion to Vice President of Sales in 2021.
The Rock Ropes Loper For Mornings In Nashville
iHeartMedia Nashville's 105.9 The Rock (WNRQ) will have a new morning host come Monday, January 15. Jeremy Loper joins the station's lineup after a decade of leading AM drive on North American Broadcasting Columbus' 99.7 The Blitz (WRKZ).
Philadelphia Radio’s Pierre Robert Pens New WMMR Contract
93.3 WMMR listeners will be enjoying a lot more of Pierre Robert for years to come, following a contract renewal with Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. Since joining WMMR in 1981, Pierre has become a midday staple at the station.
In North Carolina, iHeart Greensboro Rallies For Kids In Need
For the first time since the pandemic, iHeartMedia Greensboro, NC hosted its Radio Rally for Kids, benefitting Brenner Children’s Hospital. Hosted by Mix 99.5 (WMAG) and Hits 100.3 (WMKS), the event was broadcast live from the hospital’s music therapy space.
Road To Revenue: AM/FM Radio Drives Auto Parts Purchasing
When it comes to buying auto parts, there are two main shopper types: 'Do-it-yourselfers,' who spend 16% more than the average, and 'Mega-milers,' who drive more than 200 miles weekly. The best way for advertisers to reach both of them? Radio.
Pfizer Finishes Q4 As Radio’s Top National Advertiser
National radio advertising closed the year on a high note with another record-breaking week. Pfizer topped the charts with an unprecedented 154,218 spots played during the final week of December - the largest number of ad plays of any single advertiser in 2023.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Q1 Promo Bonanza
(By Paige Nienaber) In one of my first Radio Ink pieces, I referred to Trans-Siberian Orchestra tickets and how these are great prizes. I might have added, “So for God’s sake don’t waste them with some lame digital entry methodology.”
Don’t Miss These 5 Biggest Sales Opportunities Of 2024
(By Loyd Ford) Life is full of opportunities if we learn to recognize them. My dad used to say, “Luck is where preparation and practice meet opportunity.” In 2024, our five biggest opportunities will start with us and where we lay our focus regularly.
Radio’s (Actually) Secret Weapon
(By Marc Greenspan) What are Radio's greatest strengths? Reach, frequency, and immediacy are typically the first to come to mind. But there's one secret strength Radio has that other media do not and cannot have.
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