AM/FM Radio continues to play an outsized role in the nation's wireless marketplace, according to new insights from the Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active Group. An analysis of consumer behavior, media usage, and ROI reveals that America's three largest carriers -- Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T -- rely heavily on AM/FM audio to build brand equity and attract new More

Jeff Warshaw Appointed to NAB Radio Board Seat

Jeff Warshaw

The National Association of Broadcasters has named Jeff Warshaw, founder and CEO of Connoisseur Media, to the NAB Radio Board, filling the District 24 seat previously held by Bob Proffitt. The appointment is effective immediately under NAB bylaws. Warshaw leads one of the largest radio groups in the More

Sports Audio: Where Fan Passion Becomes Brand Power

Insights From Audacy

Insights From Audacy highlights the growing influence of sports Audio as one of the most trusted and emotionally charged environments for brand advertisers. Far beyond the roar of the crowd, Audacy says the daily voice of hometown sports hosts has become the true heartbeat of fans in cities like More

River Radio Flips Three Ohio Signals to Boost Radio

Boost Radio

River Radio Ministries has expanded its reach to younger Christian audiences with the launch of Boost Radio on multiple Ohio signals through a new partnership with Gateway Media's St. Louis-based Boost Radio network. As of Monday, December 1, The River has flipped three stations -- 90.1 Canton, 88.9 More

The Wally Show Podcast Tops 20 Million Downloads

Hope Media Group

Hope Media Group is marking a major digital milestone as "The Wally Show Podcast" has surpassed 20 million total downloads, a significant achievement for the long-running Christian radio program. Launched in 2009, the podcast has grown into one of Christian radio's most More

PickleJar Up All Night Expands Nationwide on LRN

PickleJar Entertainment Group & Local Radio Networks

PickleJar Entertainment Group is expanding its flagship Country radio program, "PickleJar Up All Night," across more than 80 Local Radio Networks (LRN) affiliates in a nationwide rollout. The show is offered weeknights from 7pm-midnight or midnight-6am ET and is hosted from Nashville by Katie Cook and Scott More

FCC Fines Sun Signals, Clears Way for W230CP Renewal

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC's Audio Division has adopted a Consent Decree resolving multiple rule violations involving FM translator W230CP in Pittsfield, MA, licensed to Sun Signals LLC. The action clears the way for renewal of the station's license once the company meets several conditions, including payment of fines and More

Rob Parker Named NSMA Hall of Fame Finalist

Rob Parker

FOX Sports Radio's Rob Parker has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 National Sports Media Association (NSMA) Hall of Fame in the Living Sportswriter category. Parker -- co-host of The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington, MLB Network analyst, and founder/editor of MLBbro.com -- is among 40 More

Steve Davis Returns to Middays on Y100 Green Bay

Steve Davis

Longtime Green Bay air personality Steve Davis is back on the radio, joining country outlet WNCY-FM (Y100) for the noon to 2pm weekday slot. The move, effective December 1, brings Davis back to the country format where he launched his career in 1993 at WGEE-FM (99 Country), a predecessor to Y100 under More

YouTube Reveals 2025 Trends, Top Podcasts & New Recap Tool

YouTube

YouTube is closing out its 20th anniversary year with two major end-of-year releases: its annual Trending Lists and the launch of YouTube Recap, a personalized year-in-review feature for users. The 2025 Trending Lists highlight the creators, songs, cultural moments-and for radio and audio fans, the top More

iHeartMedia Elevates Mike McGuinness to CFO Role

iHeartMedia elevates Executive Vice President of Finance and Deputy Chief Financial Officer Mike McGuinness to Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, according to an SEC filing released Monday. The move shifts the long-held CFO responsibilities of Rich Bressler, who has carried the title since joining More

Jill Strada Adds PD Role at Miami's 103.5 The Beat

Jill Strada

iHeartMedia has expanded the responsibilities of Atlanta-based Division Executive Vice President of Programming Jill Strada, announcing she will also serve as Program Director for WMIB (103.5 The Beat) in Miami. Strada shared the news on social media, calling the move a meaningful return to the South More

Veteran Programmer Michelle Matthews Dies at 54

Michelle Matthews

American General Media's Albuquerque cluster is mourning the loss of Operations Manager Michelle Matthews, who passed away Thanksgiving morning following a battle with health issues. She was 54. Matthews joined AGM's Albuquerque group in May, bringing with her decades of programming and leadership More

The Money Pit Radio Show to End After 25-Year Run

The Money Pit

After more than a quarter-century helping homeowners tackle projects big and small, The Money Pit Radio Show will air its final broadcast the weekend of December 27-28. The syndicated home improvement program, produced by Money Pit Media and Squeaky Door Productions, is concluding its run following the More

Urban One Reports 92% Early Tender in Debt Exchange

Urban One

Urban One Inc. says it has received overwhelming early support for its previously announced debt exchange, tender, and subscription offers, with Eligible Holders tendering approximately $450 million of its 7.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 as of the early deadline on December 1. More

BFOA Urges Industry Support Ahead of Giving Tuesday

Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA)

With Giving Tuesday set for December 2, the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) is calling on the radio and television industry to support colleagues facing life-altering hardship. The charity provides financial assistance to broadcast professionals whose lives have been More

MusicMaster Adds Pete Manriquez to North America Team

Pete Manriquez

MusicMaster has expanded its North American operations with the addition of veteran programmer Pete Manriquez, who joins the company as Sales and Support Associate. In this new role, Manriquez will support MusicMaster's Spanish-speaking clients across the Americas and drive new business development More

Advertisers Show Rising Demand for FM Geotargeting

GEO Broadcast Solutions

New data from Advertiser Perceptions indicates that advertiser interest in geotargeted AM/FM radio is reaching an all-time high - and many marketers say they're ready to boost their audio budgets if broadcasters can deliver localized over-the-air messaging. According to the study, 90% of marketers and More

Y100 Appleton Adds Nat Gross as New Morning Co-Host

Natalie Nat Gross

WNCY (Y100) Appleton-Green Bay has named Natalie "Nat" Gross as the new co-host of the Y100 Morning Show, stepping into the role previously held by longtime morning talent Charli McKenzie. Gross brings more than ten years of experience, including an award-winning journalism career, successful podcasting More

Aiir Makes PlayoutONE Standard Radio Software Free to All

Aiir

PlayoutONE has opened the doors wider for hobbyists and emerging broadcasters, announcing that its PlayoutONE Standard software is now available completely free of charge. The move marks a major shift for one of the industry's most accessible radio automation tools, which has powered community stations and More

AWMF Marks Giving Tuesday With Call to Support Women

AWM Foundation

The AWM Foundation (AWMF) is using Giving Tuesday to rally support for its mission of advancing women in media through scholarships, mentorship, and educational programs. The global day of generosity caps a landmark year for the organization, which celebrated the 50th anniversary of More

KDAY Los Angeles Launches ''Slow Jams With R Dub!''

R Dub

Meruelo Media's Classic Hip Hop 93.5 KDAY in Los Angeles is adding a new nightly staple to its lineup with the launch of "Slow Jams With R Dub!" beginning Monday, December 1. The show will air Monday through Thursday from 10pm to midnight. "R Dub! makes a personal connection with listeners," said Pio More

Changes & Moves

Natalie Nat Gross

WNCY (Y100) Appleton-Green Bay has named Natalie "Nat" Gross as the new co-host of the Y100 Morning Show, stepping into the role More

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