The InFOCUS Podcast: Donna Baker
How have strong ratings translated to ad revenue, community connectivity and keeping Radio relevant in the Paris of the Midwest? Those are just some of questions RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson asks Cumulus RVP Donna Baker in this fresh InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.
After 57 Years, ‘NewsRadio 880’ To Depart New York Airwaves
The Craig Karmazin-helmed Good Karma Brands (GKB) will assume control of WCBS-AM through a local marketing agreement in two weeks. This will see a change in call letters, as the Class A 50kw facility heard in multiple states after dark becomes the new home for "ESPN New York."
‘Iowa Sports Radio Network’ Comes To Life For iHeartMedia
Five radio stations across the Hawkeye State are now home to the newly launched Iowa Sports Radio Network, an iHeartMedia offering originating from flagship Sports Talker KXNO-FM 106.3.
FCC Hands Audacy Suggested Fine For Contest Rule Violation
Audacy Inc. could be liable for a $14,000 Contest Rule violation released on Friday by the FCC's Enforcement Bureau. It's tied to a multimarket national cash promotion conducted across the first half of 2021 by the company formerly known as Entercom.
Digital Prowess, BMI Sale Cash Power Audacy In Q2
How did the nation's second-largest audio content creation and distribution company perform in Q2? The company's total Radio revenues decreased by 3%. Yet, Audacy swung to net income from a hefty Q2 2023 net loss during the three-month period ending June 30.
A Wider Loss On Bigger Expenses For iHeartMedia
With pressure growing on the nation's No. 1 owner of radio stations to tackle bondholder repayments due in 2026, iHeartMedia saw its expenses increase year-over-year at a level that offset revenue improvement of 1%. As such, the company's net loss was nearly $910 million in Q2.
Audacy’s ‘ALT’ Endings: First Orlando, Now K.C.
On August 1, a Daytona Beach radio station serving the Orlando market with Alternative rock music as "FM 101.9" since the end of 2017 dropped the format — a favorite of the parent company's CEO. Now, Audacy Inc. is preparing to end Alternative music on a Kansas City FM.
Saga Beats The Street On EPS Despite Soft Q2
The last pure-play radio broadcasting company in the U.S. to be publicly traded has chimed in with its second quarter results. And, like its peers, slightly lower net revenue, coupled with slightly higher station operating expenses, led to a profit decline during the period for Saga Communications.
Salem Shares Hit Record Low After Q2 Earnings Release
Salem Media Group shares may trade with an average volume of just 27,574 shares, but its value is one indicator of how the company focused on Christian-themed and conservative secular spoken word audio content is performing from a fiscal perspective. How is that performance?
Beasley Names Three RVPs, Creating New Corporate Roles
Until now, publicly traded Beasley Media Group has not had the role of Regional Vice President across its broadcast radio properties. That has just changed, with the promotion of three individuals in the Northeast, the Southeast and in Southwest Florida, respectively.
Patriot Games Continue As Audacy’s WEEI Inks Fresh Deal
The new New England Patriots agreement includes the continuation of “Patriots Monday” and “Patriots Friday” programming, featuring first-year Patriots Head Coach Jerod Mayo and team players on WEEI Radio. This year marks the 30th season of the partnership between WEEI and the Patriots.
NAB Seeks Evidence-Based Judgement Over FM Duplication Rule
The NAB has formally requested to the FCC that it reconsider its recent decision to reinstate the FM Duplication Rule. The FCC’s decision, finalized in a June 2024 order, has sparked controversy and criticism from stakeholders within radio.
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RoRo Go-Go: Florida Panhandle FM Sold To Religious Non-Comm
A licensee known for its Christian-themed audio brands known as "The Joy FM" and "HIS Radio" has agreed to purchase a Panama City Beach radio station that was left for dead by a former owner after Hurricane Michael slammed the Florida Panhandle some six years ago.
Salem Spins ‘The Fish’ In Little Rock
Salem Media Group has decided to part ways with a Class C3 FM serving the Little Rock market with Contemporary Christian Music as "The Fish." Who's the buyer? It's a broadcast ministry known for "The Voice of Encouragement" and sibling brand "Lift Worship," each serving Tyler-Longview, Tex.
FCC Audio Division OKs Canadian Foreign Ownership Ask
In late October 2023, the FCC's Media Bureau moved ahead with a pleading cycle that solicited input on a Petition for Declaratory Ruling allowing a Canadian citizen to hold 100% attributable interest in a Seattle AM. Al Shuldiner, the Audio Division Chief, has approved the request.