TSN Launches A ‘Content-to-Commerce’ Platform

Its parent company has a partnership with Shopsense AI that's about to get a bit sporty. That's because Bell Media-owned TSN, styled as the Canadian equivalent of ESPN, is now included in the mix. Introducing the new TSN Shop, delivering a "curated shopping experience for TSN viewers through Shopsense AI’s leading shoppable TV technology."

Pharma, Finance Industries Fuel August Job Cut Rise

There was a big surge in reduction-in-force efforts among U.S.-based employers during the month of August, with two key media advertising categories primarily responsible for the bleak year-over-year and month-to-month trends.

Beswick, RAB To Prove How ‘Radio Works for Financial Services’

The Radio Advertising Bureau is actively engaging marketers and advertisers through its ongoing "Radio Works" initiative, created under the leadership of Mike Hulvey. On September 17, he'll be turning to the CEO of The Media Audit to demonstrate the power of AM/FM for financial services brands.

‘Big Data + Panel’ Use Ushers In Updated TV Ratings Era

With the start of the broadcast and football seasons this month, Nielsen is excitedly ready to provide the industry data based on enhanced Big Data + Panel methodology. For Nielsen, it is notable as it becomes the first accredited national TV audience measurement provider for the Big Data + Panel.

July Brings CEO Stability, Challenger Report Shows

The number of changes in the role of Chief Executive Officer at U.S. companies across all sectors declined by 41% from June to July 2025, and fell by 17% from July 2024, new data from global outplacement and business and executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas show.

Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic Readies For September Event

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, Minnesota Broadcasters Association, and local SBE chapters are putting the final touches on what is shaping up to a robust agenda for the upcoming Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic.

Radio Wayne Awards to Open NAB Show N.Y. Radio Forum

Presented by Streamline Publishing's Radio Ink in partnership with the NAB, the Radio Wayne Awards are the industry’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in radio sales. Named in honor of “Radio Wayne” Cornils, the ceremony celebrates sellers, managers, and marketers whose work continues to drive the business side of broadcasting forward. 

RBR+TVBR Editor Talks Life After ABC At WPLG

What does the loss of ABC affiliation at WPLG-10 in Miami mean for the BH Media station, and perhaps for Sunbeam Television, now the operator of "ABC Miami"? RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson sits in with Life After News host Jason Ball, a veteran of local TV news, for a 30-minute on-demand chat. 

CPB Closure Could Lead To Rhode Island Job Cuts

In a message to staff following a Wednesday all-hands meeting, The Public's Radio and Rhode Island PBS head Pam Johnston confirmed staff members are being offered voluntary buyouts, with potential layoffs on the table, after a $1.1 million annual funding cut tied to Congress' rescission of CPB funding for 2025.
Attendees of Forecast 2022 enjoy a morning panel session ahead of a Super Session of key radio and TV leaders.

M&A’s Power Players to Take a Forecast 2026 Spotlight

The FCC is closing in on the biggest ownership shakeup in a generation, and the people writing the checks for broadcast media’s future are already moving. The deals are real, the dollars are in motion, and the conversation is happening at Forecast 2026 on November 12.
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NEXSTAR/TEGNA Combination Won’t Change Ad Trends

One prominent advertising trends analyst believes the proposed acquisition of TEGNA by Nexstar Media Group will not reverse the downward trajectory for core advertising dollars for the industry.

Padrón-Led GAIM Forges Fresh Partnership With Katz

The national broadcast leader behind Retro TV, The Heartland Network, The Action Channel, The Family Channel, and Rev’n, today announced a landmark partnership with Katz Television Group, a division of Katz Media Group.

RTDNA: Workforce Diversity Weakens in Radio News

After reaching its highest diversity levels on record, radio newsrooms experienced a significant setback in workforce diversity during 2025. According to the Radio Television Digital News Association, minority representation dropped nearly five percentage points, erasing gains made since 2023.

Mediaocean Partnership Designed For ‘Safer, Smarter’ Digital Advertising

Protected by Mediocean, a tool used for what it calls "holistic ad verification," is partnering with the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) in an effort to strengthen safeguards in the digital media supply chain and "help protect children online."

Media Monitors Adds 143 Markets, Creates Radio Ad Archive

Media Monitors has announced an expansion of its radio advertising tracking service, increasing national campaign coverage from 106 to 250 markets and committing to permanently store audio files of every ad it captures.