Lowered Ads Catch Up With Radio As Upside Drops 17k Spots
As we continue to hurtle through the summer, radio's top five national advertisers have experienced yet another shuffle with a slight downtick this week, possibly reflecting a more cautious approach before back-to-school shopping and ads ramp up.
NAB Looking For Streaming Experts To Speak In NYC
As more radio brands turn to streaming audio, video, and OTT options, the National Association of Broadcasters is putting out a call for speakers for the upcoming Streaming Summit, as part of NAB Show New York.
New Names And Old Make Up Six Staff Changes At Compass
Audio syndicator Compass Media Networks has announced a series of staff updates involving new hires and promotions across various departments. These departments include Advertising Sales, Affiliate Sales, Creative Services, and Finance.
Cumulus Albuquerque Drive Aims To Protect Vulnerable From Heat
Given the intense heatwave blanketing much of the US, Cumulus Albuquerque has started a drive to assist that city's unhoused population. With daytime highs climbing into the 100s, the collaborative effort aims to collect critical items like bottled water
To Make Nights On Magic FM, Cumulus Just Adds Waters
Cumulus Media Colorado Springs' heritage Top 40 98.9 Magic FM (KKMG) has a new voice on nights. Alex Waters will share an energetic mix of pop culture commentary, relationship tips, and trending Southern Colorado news every weeknight.
Beasley Tampa Production Director Tapped For Corporate Role
Tom Carrozza has been appointed as the Corporate Director of Production Operations at Beasley Media Group. Since 1999, Carrozza has functioned as the Creative Services Director at Beasley’s WLLD and WPBB in Tampa, FL.
NHPR Gets Boost From Boucher As CFO
Travis Boucher has been welcomed aboard New Hampshire Public Radio as the organization's new Chief Financial Officer. Boucher, a resident of Concord, will transition from his role as CFO at Speare Memorial Hospital in Plymouth, NH.
Spotify Joins Wave of Music Streamers Raising Monthly Prices
After making hints in their Q1 earnings call, Spotify has joined a number of subscription services, including YouTube Music, in raising its monthly prices. The company has announced a $1 per month increase.
NPR Selects Edith Chapin As New Newsroom Head
In a bid to strengthen its leadership amid significant changes, NPR has appointed Edith Chapin as Senior Vice President for News and Editor-in-Chief. Chapin has been serving in the role on an interim basis since fall of 2022 when Nancy Barnes left for the Boston Globe.
ESPN Considering Adding Pat McAfee To Radio, Reports Say
ESPN supposedly aims to expand the reach of The Pat McAfee Show by simulcasting it on national radio as part of its upcoming new schedule. The purported move comes after recent layoffs took numerous ESPN Radio shows off the air.
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