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On August 19, BBC 1Xtra is releasing a Black, queer dating podcast named Swipe Your Sign, aligning with the UK Black Pride 2023 event. The 12-episode series will explore love and relationships through the lens of astrology.

Australian audio content company Podshape has unveiled Out Of The Ordinary, utilizing artificial intelligence to chronicle the life of Canadian entrepreneur Brandon Truaxe, the mastermind behind the international skincare company The Ordinary.

American Public Media and Audacy's Cadence13 podcast studio are ending their multiyear advertising partnership roughly a year earlier than initially planned. While the exact reasons remain undisclosed, APM cited "changing market dynamics," while Audacy referred to the agreement as "onerous."

FOX News Audio is set to launch a new weekly podcast, Perino on Politics, hosted by Dana Perino, co-anchor of America's Newsroom and co-host of The Five. The podcast will debut on August 21st.

Fall is on the horizon, and it’s time to shift into a new season! Radio Ink’s August 2023 issue is packed with news, training, and perspectives to help you and your team meet and exceed your sales goals!

The Broadcasters Foundation of America is paying tribute to its former President Jim Thompson on the one-year anniversary of his passing. Thompson, who passed away on August 14, 2023, served as the President of the Broadcasters Foundation from 2008 for 14 years.

On the fence about attending Radio Masters Sales Summit? Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats has some advice: invest in yourself. This year’s RMSS offers world-class training along with unprecedented networking opportunities.

(By Pat Bryson) A few weeks ago, I needed two items that should be available at Best Buy. Even though Best Buy isn't local, they do have a store I can walk into and have customer service answer questions.

(By Alec Drake) In sales, success isn't merely a stroke of luck; it results from deliberate skill development, continuous training, and an unwavering commitment to self-improvement. Is it time to revitalize your sales strategies and elevate your team’s performance?

(By Loyd Ford) If you’ve sold radio for a significant period, you probably think you’ve heard it all: “Always be closing.” “Focus on the client.” “Don’t take rejection personally.” Well, here's some that might be new: