RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast with Dennis Green
Dennis Green, Co-Chairman of the Radio Hall of Fame, shares more about the Radio Hall of Fame, its history, and how to nominate an individual in this chat with RBR.com Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson, presented by dot.FM. He also discusses his roles at Key Networks and Sun & Fun Media.
A Huge D.C. Boost Finally Arrives For ‘RNR
For its entire prior incarnation under the ownership of Steve Kingston, an Adult Alternative FM serving Maryland's state capital couldn't penetrate the larger Washington, D.C. marketplace. Now reborn under new ownership, the WRNR brand has finally made its move to bring it to the Nation's Capital.
‘Terminated’: An Abrupt Leadership Shakeup at Entravision
The company that has swiftly morphed into a digital advertising solutions operation with a global scale has parted ways with its President/COO after more than two decades. Entravision also disclosed who will now serve as Chief Operations Officer at the radio and TV station owner superserving U.S. Hispanics.
A New Lineup Arrives For Wisconsin Talk Network
Civic Media's News/Talk format is getting a refresh across Wisconsin, as the radio station owner debuts new local programs, new voices, and a larger digital footprint under the Civic Media Network banner for stations in Wausau, Madison, Milwaukee, and Oshkosh.
CRTC Clears A New Path For New First Nations FMs
Until the end of August 2025, one could tune to Class B1 CFPT-FM, branded as "ELMNT FM," in Toronto to hear "Today's Indigenous Beat." On September 1, due to revenue and ratings challenges, CFPT signed off the air. Yet, the CRTC just declared Toronto, and Ottawa, deserve more indigenous radio choices.
RAB’s March 4 Webinar Sees Townsquare Media, CMG Participation
The online "One Voice for Radio live presentation" is poised to share with Radio's sales and management leaders how "embracing the collective strength of radio" benefits all across the industry. Participants also include the President of Lenawee Broadcasting and the EVP of Regional Media Operations at Bonneville.
A Gotham On-Air Morning Veteran Stays Put
He competed against the likes of Scott Shannon, Don Imus and Howard Stern. And, he's still at it, serving as the cornerstone of a radio station that today serves as the leading Classic Rock outlet for the New York Tri-State region. You can count on Jim Kerr to continue greeting listeners in morning drive on the station through early 2031.
FCC Terminates A California Noncomm FM’s License
"As a matter of law," the Chief of the FCC's Audio Division has notified the owner of a noncommercial educational FM radio station in Northern California that the station's license has been cancelled, and its call sign has been deleted. What led the Commission to take such drastic actions?
FCC Unanimously Approves A Path Forward For NCE FM Translators
All three vote-makers on the Federal Communications Commission have given their thumbs up to a Public Notice that proposes and seeks comment on certain eligibility requirements and a general limit filed by any applicant in the upcoming noncommercial FM translator filing window.
That’s The Ticket: Lions Extend Radio Deal With Audacy
If you're a fan of Head Coach Dan Campbell and veteran starting Quarterback Jared Goff — in addition to the many talented players that don a Detroit Lions uniform — there's a good chance you've been tuned to 97.1 MHz or the station's live streaming audio on SiriusXM each game day. That won't change come August.
Cumulus, Nielsen Get New Deadlines in Escalating Ratings Lawsuit
A federal judge has now set the briefing schedule for the next phase of the escalating legal fight between Cumulus Media and Nielsen, as both sides prepare to litigate Nielsen’s counterclaims over alleged data sharing with Eastlan Ratings.
Ideastream Goes With Nautel For New Transmitter Needs
The transmitters, which were ordered through Warmus and Associates, include two GV2-30ND units, a GV2 3.5, and a VS1. Chuck Poulton, Senior Director of Technology for Ideastream, says these purchases will complement prior Nautel purchases.
A Sovereign Call To Pay Up, Or Lose Its Licenses
For more than 15 years, a Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., broadcast group led by Bill Curtis and business partner Tim Sabean has operated 11 radio stations acquired from Northern Star Broadcasting. Now, Curtis and Sabean face perhaps the biggest challenge of their ownership tenure — a license revocation proceeding.
‘Rumba’ Dances Off To FM Translators In Tampa Bay Shuffle
On July 18, 2024, iHeartMedia decided to more vigorously compete for Spanish-language listeners and Hispanic ad dollars in a market that only recently saw the entry of Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) and has been dominated by Hispanic FM pioneer Beasley Media Group. That gamble didn't pay off.
Broadcast Media Nemesis Saying Goodbye To CTA
He's become Public Enemy No. 1 of the NAB and groups seeking what his organization has assailed as Congressional "mandates" designed to keep AM radio tuners in all vehicles and push ATSC 3.0 digital TV broadcasting forward, respectively. Soon, they'll have to contend with a new CTA CEO.