Family Life Radio Collects Christmas For Kids Across The US
Christian network Family Life Radio concluded its annual December Toy Drive, collecting over 8,000 unwrapped gifts. These gifts are collected for more than 1,500 children nationwide who might not otherwise receive a present for Christmas.
Radio Leaders Turn To Gomez In Deregulation Push
With the court-ordered deadline for the FCC to complete the 2018 Quadrennial Review only days away, radio executives are trying to convince the Commission's freshest face, Commissioner Anna Gomez, to relax the local ownership rules for broadcasters.
AM/FM Streaming Doubles, Led By Millennials and Gen Z
Edison Research has revealed long-term Share of Ear data that reveals a gradual yet significant shift in radio listening habits. Since 2015, the proportion of radio listening time from streams in the US has more than doubled among individuals aged 13 and above.
Hispanic Media At The Heart Of The Coming Multicultural Ad Boom
PQ Media's latest data indicates a significant rebound in multicultural advertising spending coming in the US, targeting Hispanic, Black, and Asian consumers. After a decrease of 5.7%, spending is expected to grow by 8.4% in 2024, reaching a record $45.83 billion.
Be The Placer On The Post
(By Deborah Parenti) “If you see a turtle sitting on a fence post, you know it had to have some help getting there.” I’ve always been especially drawn to this whimsical saying, often attributed to the writer Alex Haley, for a couple of reasons.
Women to Watch: Hayley Smith-Rose
(By Charese Fruge') Hayley Smith-Rose is the Assistant Program Director for Hot 104.7 Radio Maine where she does nights and also handles promotions and traffic. Her side hustle, Surviving Paradise is a new reality show on Netflix.
Jacobs Media Sounds Last Call For Techsurvey Signups
Today marks the registration deadline for Jacobs Media’s 20th annual Techsurvey. Techsurvey, which saw participation from over 430 radio stations and surveyed more than 30,000 core listeners in 2023, is a key tool in identifying emerging digital trends.
US Authors Unite Over Spotify Audiobook Royalty Concerns
In October, Spotify added audiobook listening to its platform's audio offerings for premium subscribers in the UK and Australia, which was expanded to the US in November. However, the initiative has not been universally welcomed within the book industry.
Beasley Boosts Fox Sports Radio Coverage To The Jersey Shore
Beasley Media Group has announced the launch of Fox Sports Radio Jersey Shore, which officially began broadcasting on 100.5 FM (W263DA) on Wednesday, December 20. The sports/talk station replaces a simulcast of Beasley's WJRZ licensed to Manahawkin.
New York Sues SiriusXM; Claims ‘Persistent Fraud and Illegality’
As the satellite provider attempts massive expansion in 2024, SiriusXM's 2023 is ending with legal action courtesy of New York State Attorney General Letitia James. James has filed the lawsuit over SiriusXM's purportedly arduous cancellation process.
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