iHeart Philadelphia Station Staff Move To Unionize
A group of 10 employees at iHeartMedia Philadelphia's Power 99 (WUSL) has filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board to be represented by the Philadelphia local of the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
Radio’s Prime-Time Hangover
(By Alec Drake) Everyone wants to protect the value of Radio, especially during the prime-time listening periods. Unfortunately, the prime-time myopic thinking and strategies of the past have undermined the value of most radio stations.
Want Your Big Sale To Succeed? Bite Your Tongue!
(By Rick Fink) Growing up, your mom or dad probably told you to “bite your tongue” when you were about to say something that shouldn’t be said. In sales, there are plenty of moments when you should heed your parents’ advice.
The Value Of A Local Tribe Today
(By Loyd Ford) What are you selling when you sell local radio? What is our big advantage? There’s so much that has been said about digital as our major threat and now artificial intelligence as a new enemy.
Pride As A Culture
(By Mike McVay) Despite the ever-evolving and changing face of media, and the erosion of audience that most legacy media is experiencing, there is much to be proud of in regard to personal achievement in all forms of media.
5 Paths To Radio’s Cost-Cutting
(By Buzz Knight) The media landscape is rapidly evolving. In response, many radio companies have resorted to cost-cutting measures to stay afloat. So why can't radio companies cut their way to success? Consider these five paths:
Dead Air Is Good!
(By Randy Lane) Most of us have had the dead air nightmare. When many of us started in radio, dead air was a cardinal sin that would always earn a hotline call. As it turns out, dead air is actually good!
DeBella Breaks Radiothon Record For Philly Veterans
On June 16, 102.9 WMGK held its 17th Annual John DeBella Veterans Radiothon, which raised a record-breaking amount for the Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service Center. This year's radiothon marked DeBella's final year as he prepares for retirement.
Kendrick Makes Music Director Move In Sacramento
Mollie Kendrick has been raised to the role of Music Director for Audacy Sacramento's 106.5 The End (KUDL). Kendrick, who recently signed a contract extension with the company, will continue to serve as the afternoon show host for the station.
Trevor Noah Signs Podcast Deal With Spotify
Comedian Trevor Noah, fresh off his time as host of The Daily Show, is launching a new Spotify Original Podcast. The weekly series, set to launch later this year, will feature in-depth conversations between Trevor and influential figures.















