Audio Advertising ROI Far Outpaces Digital, UK Study Shows
A study from across the Atlantic has more good news about the power and value of radio and other audio platforms. While television continues to dominate the share of ad spend, the potency of audio advertising offers better short-term and comparable long-term ROI.
Beasley Ft. Myers’ First ‘Cares for Kids’ Raises $50k For Golisano
Beasley Media Group Ft. Myers/Naples radio stations, in collaboration with Children's Miracle Network, held its inaugural Cares for Kids radiothon, raising more than $50,000 for Golisano Children's Hospital.
Five New Industry Executives Elected To NAB Radio Board
The National Association of Broadcasters has revealed the election results for its Radio Board of Directors. The board welcomes several new and returning members, representing a diverse group of industry leaders from various districts across the US.
FCC Broadsides Boston Pirates With Proposed $857k In Fines
The Federal Communications Commission has initiated proposed fines totaling $857,775 against seven individuals for operating unauthorized, unlicensed radio stations in the Boston area, under the PIRATE Act.
How Women Keep Radio A Powerful Platform
As women in the radio industry continue the fight for equity at all levels, Radio Ink talked to this year's Most Influential Women In Radio about their thoughts as to why radio remains a promising career path for women.
Borrell Reports Radio’s Largest Digital Revenue Leaders
As radio's largest operators prepare to release their 2024 Q1 results, there will undoubtedly be plenty of talk about digital revenue and its growing share of broadcaster revenue. So what companies are leading the way in digital? Borrell Associates has the data.
Women to Watch: Katelyn Maida, 93Q Country
(By Charese Fruge') Katelyn Maida is currently part of Mornings with Riggs, Katelyn and Erica at Urban One Houston's 93Q Country (KKBQ). Along with her regular show duties and station events, she also hosts weekend mornings.
Improve the Way You Sell: 5 More Lessons from Solitaire
(By James Bahm) To continue the conversation about ways to close more sales and increase your paycheck, here are a few more illustrations drawn from playing thousands of games of solitaire. This time let's look at using strategy to change the game.
Update: What Are Agencies Saying About Hispanic Radio In 2024?
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio.
Corinne Baldassano Honored By MIW As 2024 Trailblazer
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has awarded Corinne Baldassano with the prestigious 2024 MIW Frances Preston Trailblazer honor. Baldassano's latest role was as SVP of Programming & Marketing at Take On The Day, LLC and The Dr. Laura Program.
Audacy Lays Off Fewer Than 2% In Departmental RIFs
Throughout the day on Wednesday, a number of Audacy employees, both corporate and local, were laid off as part of divisional shifts, affecting what appears to mainly be Audacy's Digital Editorial and Social Strategy teams.
Longtime Virginia News Director and Anchor Rob Graham Passes
Saga Communications' Charlottesville Radio Group is mourning the loss of its former long-time WINA News Director and anchor, Rob Graham. Graham passed away over the weekend during a golf trip with his two older brothers. His was 69.
Jay West To Oversee Max Media’s Hampton Road Operations
After announcing staff changes on the cluster's Country station, Max Media of Hampton Roads is promoting Jay West to Operations Manager. West previously held positions in markets including Philadelphia, Houston, Buffalo, Milwaukee, and Albuquerque.
Signal Hill Insights: Branded Podcasts Get To The Right Niche
Signal Hill Insights President and founder Jeff Vidler has shared the company's latest findings in the upward-trending world of branded podcasts. The company's new data shows branded podcasts can boost brand affinity by an average of +8 points.
iHeart Earns Webby ‘Podcast Company Of The Year’ Honor
iHeartMedia has walked away from this year's Webby Awards as the company with the most acclaimed body of work across all podcast categories. As such they are being honored as the Webby Podcast Company of the Year.
Mass Layoffs Only A Speedbump On Spotify’s Profitability Path
After a year of heavy layoffs, podcast restructuring, and price raisings, Spotify reported better-than-expected fiscal Q1 2024 earnings, achieving a profit as part of its ongoing "efficiency" strategy. For the quarter, Spotify posted operating income of $179 million.