Broadcasters, SoundExchange Draw As Court Upholds CRB Rates
While it may not have been the results some broadcasters wanted, it could have been far worse as the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled to uphold the Copyright Royalty Board's rate determinations for webcasters and radio station simulcasts.
TODAY: Matt Sunshine Teaches Essential Sales Habits
Ready to learn management skills from one of Forbes' “20 Speakers You Shouldn’t Miss The Opportunity To See” - for free? The Center for Sales Strategy CEO Matt Sunshine is joining Radio Ink for “Essential Sales Habits of Top Performing Media Sales Reps.”
Awkward For Automakers: AM Listeners More Likely To Buy EVs
How's this for an ironic twist? As many automakers rush to cut AM radio from their upcoming electric vehicles, new research shows that heavy listening to AM makes a car buyer more likely to buy an EV than someone who doesn't.
Skyview, LRN, and Sparknet Extend JackFM Deal
Skyview Networks and Local Radio Networks have confirmed their ongoing partnership with the JackFM format from Sparknet. Skyview Networks and LRN have been in partnership since January 2019, with JackFM entering the picture in January 2020.
Michelle Matthews Moves To The Motor City To Helm WDVD
Cumulus Media Detroit has named Michelle Matthews as the new Program Director for 96.3 WDVD. Matthews joins Cumulus after more than thirty years in programming. Prior to this new role, Matthews served as OM/Brand Manager for Saga Communications in Columbus, OH.
Bill Lynch Announces Retirement From Momentum Broadcasting
Bill Lynch, the Market General Manager of Momentum Broadcasting in Visalia, California, has announced his retirement. After dedicating 15 years to the company, his departure took effect Monday, July 31st.
Three From Radio Going Into New York State Broadcasters Hall
The New York State Broadcasters Association is set to welcome three new radio personalities into the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame on October 26. The 2023 class of five inductees was announced on Monday, featuring names from NYC, Syracuse, and Sidney.
Upside Down, Babbel Leads As National Spot Plays Slow To Crawl
While it was delayed several weeks, the forecasted end-of-summer spot slowdown has fully arrived for radio. Babbel dethroned three-week leader Upside in a week that has most stations already awaiting the Labor Day sales push.
Good Karma Brands Takes On All ESPN Audio Sales From Disney
Good Karma Brands is taking on an expanded role in sports radio operations, via an agreement with ESPN Audio. As part of this new deal, GKB will manage the sales and sales operations of ESPN Radio and its podcasts.
Carvel Ice Cream Founder The Study Of Podcast ‘Cold Storage’
Ice cream brand Carvel and its founder, Tom Carvel, who rose to prominence despite a challenging journey, which is now the subject of a six-episode podcast series, Cold Storage: The Life and Death of Tom Carvel.
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