AM For Every Vehicle Act Gains US Senate Supermajority
On Thursday morning, the names of twelve Senators were officially added to the record as co-sponsors of S.1669, introduced by Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) this past May. Both Senators had teased the Supermajority earlier this week.
Radio’s Most Influential Women Known The Power Of Mentorship
When Radio Ink published our first Most Influential Women In Radio list 25 years ago, that inaugural class banded together to elevate generations of women to come. With a new class, comes a new perspective on mentorship and empowerment.
Women to Watch: Lori Flowers, Radio One/Reach Media
(By Charese Fruge') Lori Flowers is Manager of Integrated Marketing and Project Management for local Radio One stations and Reach Media’s nationally syndicated shows. Her side hustle is teaching.
From Rejection to Referral: How to Win Even When You Lose
(By Chris Stonick) Most consultants want to tell you how great they are. And sure, if you have a few minutes, I’ll probably go down that same path. But in reality, I have been on more than my fair share of bad calls.
House GOP to Investigate NPR for Bias; CEO Maher Summoned
As the party reignites calls to defund the broadcast company, US House Republicans have summoned NPR President and CEO Katherine Maher to Capitol Hill for a hearing on accusations of liberal ideological bias within the public radio organization.
Saga Charlottesville Adds ‘Cville Right Now’ Digital News Arm
As part of Saga Communications' digital expansion, Charlottesville, VA, is joining other Saga markets in the launch of a new online news service. Cville Right Now mirrors localized platform debuts in Clarksville, TN, Asheville, NC, and Jonesboro, AR.
KUOW In Seattle Is The Latest Public Radio Outlet Hit By Layoffs
Seattle's KUOW is the latest public radio station forced to make layoffs in the wake of budget cuts. The 6% staff cut is the first time the station has laid off staff due to financial concerns, according to General Manager Caryn Mathes.
2024 Marconi Radio Awards Nominations Open Through May 31
The National Association of Broadcasters has opened the nomination period for the 2024 Marconi Radio Awards, which will run until May 31. The announcement of the winners will take place during the NAB Show New York at the Javits Center on October 9.
P&G and iHeart Unite For Fifth Annual Can’t Cancel Pride
iHeartMedia and P&G are again partnering on the fifth annual Can’t Cancel Pride event on June 12, celebrating the pivotal role of music and LGBTQ+ organizations in promoting equality. The event will serve as a major fundraiser for six key LGBTQ+ charities.
MBC Reveals 2024 Radio Hall of Fame Nominees
The Museum of Broadcast Communications has released the list of nominees for the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame. The selection includes 24 candidates determined by the Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee, with feedback from both the radio industry and listeners.
Mike Gallagher and Joey Hudson Join 98.9 WORD In Greenville
Audacy has announced updates to the weekday programming lineup for News/Talk 98.9 WORD (WYRD) in Greenville, taking effect on May 6. The schedule refresh reintroduces Mike Gallagher to the lineup at middays with The Mike Gallagher Show.
Longtime Bloomington Talk Host Scott Laughlin Passes Away
Beloved Bloomington, IL radio personality Scott Laughlin has passed away at the age of 65 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Laughlin's broadcasting career spanned over four decades until his retirement in 2019 following his diagnosis.
Pedro Javier González Named iHeart Miami Programming SVP
iHeartMedia has appointed Pedro Javier "PJ" Gonzalez as the new Senior Vice President of Programming for its Miami operations, effective immediately. He succeeds Rob Miller, who will transition to a new strategic advisor role within iHeart for the Hot AC format.
Podcast Ad Rates Dip In April, As Children’s Series Offer Value
Libsyn has released its Podcast Advertising Rates for April 2024. In April, the average cost per thousand impressions for a 60-second ad was $21.75, marking a slight decrease from March 2024's rate of $21.94 and April 2023's rate of $22.76.
Subscriber Loss Mars Otherwise Stable SiriusXM Q1
SiriusXM has experienced a significant decline in self-pay subscribers, losing 359,000 customers in the first quarter of this year, a larger loss compared to the 347,000 subscribers it shed during the same period last year.
Hyundai Is The Latest Automaker Adding SiriusXM 360L Audio
Hyundai Motor America has renewed and enhanced its partnership with SiriusXM, planning to introduce the broadcaster's SiriusXM with 360L satellite and streaming audio platform in Hyundai and Genesis vehicles starting in 2025.
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