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Since Friday, there's been an unprecedented flow of big, headline news stories coming from Washington, D.C., ranging from a federal court order telling the FCC it has 90 days to complete its 2018 quadrennial review of its rules to the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives getting the boot. What does it all mean for broadcasters? RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson speaks with Foster Garvey attorney Brad Deutsch to get an update. LISTEN HERE

With 30+ years of experience at 1010 WINS as a news anchor, NewsNation Director of Integrated Operations Lee Harris has unique knowledge and insight of both the radio and TV industries that has led him to take the role of moderator for the Forecast 2025 Executive Super Session. To learn more about what’s in store for Forecast attendees, Harris chats with Adam R Jacobson in this new audio report.

Another new entity seeking to attract Latino podcast listeners emerged this week, courtesy of the recently rebranded MundoNow. To learn more about the latest podcast network targeting U.S. Hispanics, Óyenos Audio, RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief and veteran U.S. Hispanic market expert Adam R Jacobson chats with Stephen Hobbs in this all-new InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.LISTEN HERE

What's the biggest constant and perhaps the biggest change seen in the world of Spanish-language sports media and the fan interest of those who enjoy "deportes"? That's one of the questions Unanimo Sports Founder Lino Garcia answers as the RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, celebrates the start of Hispanic Heritage Month.  LISTEN HERE

Attracting local advertisers to traditional media is harder than ever, thanks to the growth of digital media solutions. How can radio stations, in particular those targeting Hispanic consumers, win over some of those advertisers with its own digital offerings? That's exactly what Armando Guerrero, of digital ad agency Ntooitive, discusses in this all-new Hispanic Radio Podcast with host Adam R Jacobson.

Can Spanish-language radio serve as a powerful platform for the expansion of a very regional brand that seeks wider growth opportunities? Yes. Louisiana-based roaster Community Coffee is using AMs and FMs targeting Hispanic consumers to great success in Texas. In this Hispanic Radio Podcast, advertising agency head Alex López Negrete -- whose resume includes Spanish-language play-by-play for an NBA franchise -- shares his thoughts on why radio works for advertisers.

With the 10th Hispanic Radio Conference just two weeks away, what better way for marketers and stations owners to understand the power of Spanish-language radio is there than to speak with an actual listener? RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson did this in Weston, Fla., and here's what he found.

The first half of 2023 is nearly done, and we’ve seen some interesting deals pop up — including the acquisition on Monday by Nexstar Media Group of KUSI-51 in San Diego. Does this portend the return of some big deals, or are we seeing blips on the radar? That's just one question RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson asked veteran media broker Dick Kozacko in this fresh InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM. LISTEN HERE

FCC v. Prometheus is certainly a huge matter, but other legal issues impacting radio and TV in 2021 deserve attention. What’s the first one that comes to mind to Gregg Skall, the noted Washington, D.C. communications attorney with boutique firm Telecommunication Law Professionals? Find out in the latest InFOCUS Podcast, presented by DOT.FM. LISTEN HERE

A Nashville meteorologist went viral for a social media post featuring her holding her hearing aids. This classic InFOCUS Podcast from August 2022 explores how Meagan Thomas has been able to perform her duties at a Nexstar Media Group NBC affiliate while serving as an inspiration for other young adults with hearing loss. LISTEN HERE

Chris Maccaro, a media and ad tech veteran with more than 20 years of experience leading, transforming, and driving growth across a wide range of organizations who was named CEO of Beachfront in 2018, chats with RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson about the power of programmatic and why a cross-platform approach remains key to any marketing campaign. LISTEN HERE

DirecTV CFO Ray Carpenter on Tuesday hosted an "analyst call" that served largely as a one-sided pitch defending DirecTV’s reasons for blocking its subscribers from any Disney-owned TV channel in the absence of a new retransmission consent accord. The latest RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, features excerpts from the call.

Magellan AI has estimated podcast ad spend for February. The firm's artificial intelligence analyzes advertising data from Apple Podcasts' top 3,000 podcasts in the US, combined with the estimated cost.

Spanish Broadcasting System EVP/Programming Jesus Salas shares how the company's radio stations gained audience across the COVID-19 pandemic and has kept it, while also giving a preview as to what else SBS has in store for the rest of the year in this episode of the RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM. LISTEN HERE

Emmis Communications is mainly known for English-language stations. Yet, it is shining in Texas' state capital with two FMs offering Spanish-language programming. Against formidable competitors, it's winning. This podcast delivers insights that could fit your market opportunity.