Andrew Rosen

Revenue Trends and Expectations for 2024

A Forecast 2024 panel discussion moderated by Miller Kaplan Media Group lead Andrew Rosen will place a focus on the windfall broadcasters can expect from campaign and issue spending; how the Fed’s economic policies and rising interest rates impact consumer spending and advertising budgets; and the strong pockets of opportunity for broadcast advertising.

The InFOCUS Podcast: Ryan Flynn

On October 16, Audacy Inc. made a very intriguing move by switching an AM serving Hazleton, Pa., and a FM serving the Scranton-Wilkes Barre area to a Spanish-language format heavy on bachata music popular with Dominicans and Puerto Ricans. Ryan Flynn, SVP/Market Manager for Audacy in Northeast Pennsylvania, shares the launch of “La Mega 102.3 FM” in this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM. LISTEN HERE

New LPFM Application Window Delayed By Media Bureau

By request from an alliance comprised of such groups as REC Networks, Pacifica Foundation, Prometheus Radio Project and the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM), the FCC's Media Bureau has agreed to move back by one month its filing window for applications for low power FM new station construction permits.

EEO Violations Could Bring Big Fine To Monte and Doris Miller

The last few years have hardly been easy for veteran Kansas radio broadcasters Monte and Doris Miller. Now, the FCC has slapped Rocking M with a sizable fine for apparently running afoul of its Equal Employment Opportunity rules.

FEMA Funding For ‘NGWS’ System Goes To Two Non-Comms

The grants, totaling approximately $386,000, are the first grants awarded by CPB through the Next Generation Warning System (NGWS) grant program, funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Salem Radio Network Chosen As a Third GOP Debate Partner

On November 8, the third Republican Party presidential primary debate will take place in downtown Miami. Delivering what they have to say to America will not only be NBC News, but also the radio network tied to the publicly traded audio media and publishing house focused on Christian and conservative-themed content.
Broadcasting Pirate

FCC Affirms Big Fines For Pirate Radio Broadcasters

The FCC on Friday released two Forfeiture Orders to individuals found to be operating unauthorized FM radio stations, with one Queens, N.Y., couple, on the hook for a fine in the millions of dollars.

A Nod of Affirmation for FCC’s HD Signal Boost Plan

"Comprehensive engineering analyses, field studies, and years of real-world digital operations documented in this proceeding support the improvements for FM Digital operations ... generally proposed by the Commission." That's the conclusion of iHeartMedia with respect to a FCC proposal giving HD Radio signals a power bump.
Bill Wilson

Townsquare Media Selects Its Q3 Results Reveal Date

In Q2 2022, digital advertising growth propelled Townsquare Media's overall earnings, making the "local first" operation one of the more fiscally sound and financially robust owners of local radio stations across the U.S. What will the company's third quarter results look like? We'll know as the second Thursday in November begins.
Anthony Gargano, as shown on his program earlier this month.

Beasley Wins Preliminary Injunction Against Former ‘Fanatic’ Host

The U.S. District Court for Pennsylvania's Eastern District has signed off on a motion for a preliminary injunction that effectively ends embattled midday sports talk host Anthony Gargano's employment with Beasley Media Group.

An Offroad-Oriented 4X4 Makes Sirius XM Standard

Thanks to a new deal announced today, the satellite radio and digital audio company's "entertainment experience" will now be a standard feature in every new "modern offroad-oriented 4x4" from INEOS Automotive.

Salem’s Upstate S.C. Spin Is Complete

In August, RBR+TVBR first shared the news that Salem Media Group has agreed to sell its radio stations in the Greenville-Spartanburg market. Now, the transaction has closed, after gaining FCC regulatory approval. As such, we now know when Salem's final day of operations will be for the stations.

Delilah: Inaugural Recipient of Gracies Icon Award

Often referred to as the "Oprah of Radio," Delilah will be celebrated for her "outstanding contributions to the world of radio and her unwavering commitment to uplifting and empowering listeners," AWM said on Tuesday.
Audacy Logo

Stock Valuation Woes Continue for Audacy

With trading on the Columbus Day holiday, which saw U.S. stock markets open while the bond market was closed, AUD dipped by 8.6% to just 32 cents. This puts Audacy shares at a value that, had there never been a reverse stock split, would make $0.02773 the price at which trading will commence on Tuesday.

Jacobs Media Brings Back CES Radio Industry Tours

The Consumer Electronics Show in recent years has become an important event for radio industry leaders eager to learn about the latest technology, and how it could positively impact their business. To aid them, Jacobs Media has taken the lead by hosting custom tours for broadcasters. They're back for 2024.