Tom Joyner Says Farewell To Radio
He first found fame as a "Fly Jock" in an era long before multi-market satellite-delivered live shows and is today one of the most renowned African American hosts to ever sit behind a microphone. At 10am Friday, "The Tom Joyner Morning Show" came to its end, with Joyner officially heading into retirement.
Townsquare Codifies Its C-Suite Pay Plan
Townsquare Media on Dec. 9 agreed to amend the employment agreements agreed to by its CEO, Bill Wilson; CFO, Stuart Rosenstein; and Local Media COO Erik Hellum. The company that focuses on small and mid-sized markets also said yes to an amended agreement with former CEO and current Executive Chairman Steven Price.
U.S. Advertising: ‘Past the Tipping Point’
While conventional wisdom might have assumed that TV’s loss was digital’s gains, the more accurate story -- courtesy of Wall Street analyst Michael Nathanson -- is that digital is being fueled by "an army of small and medium-sized advertisers" who have benefited from the efficient targeting capabilities of Facebook and Google.
A Record-Setting Fine Is Proposed For Boston Radio Pirate
In a historic move that cements the Pai Commission as one that will not tolerate unlicensed radio broadcasters, the FCC proposed a $453,015 fine against an individual determined to be the operator of a Boston-area pirate radio operation.
Now comes enforcement, which could be difficult.
A Fiery Friday For iHeart Shares
What a difference a good rumor makes. Both The Wall Street Journal and Marketwatch are reporting that John Malone’s Liberty Media has asked the Justice Department for permission to buy a larger piece of iHeartMedia. That alone ignited iHeart shares on Friday, with more than 1 million shares traded on average volume of 330,140 by Noon ET.
A Minor Change Freeze for FM Auction 106
Need to submit a FM commercial and noncommercial educational (NCE) minor change application with the Commission? You better hurry, because a short blackout period is on the way in connection to the Auction 106 "Form 175" application window.
Nomination Window Narrows For Medallas de Cortez
Don't miss out on making your nomination for the most prestigious and highly coveted symbol of excellence in Hispanic radio — the Medallas de Cortez. Awards will be presented at the 2020 Hispanic Radio Conference, scheduled for March 25-26 in Miami. Click here to vote NOW!
A Kristin Cantrell-Controlled Group Captures A ‘Classic’
A Kentucky-based entity headed by the same person that leads Seven Mountains Media is growing again. This company is grabbing a Class A FM with a signal covering the state capital, and most of the area to the west of Lexington.
Saga Board OKs Strong Q4 Dividend
Historically, Saga Communications has been one of the radio industry's best performers on Wall Street, with positive analyst reviews. Now, the company led by Ed Christian is rewarding investors with another big dividend declaration.
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STAs and Closings, In the Absence of Deals
It's another day without a fresh media transaction to report. As such, the focus is on a closing in Michigan, and special temporary authority (STA) requests in three locales.
Unscripted Gets Full Day at NATPE Miami 2020
NATPE has revealed a full slate of programming dedicated to all aspects of unscripted programming, underlining the event’s further commitment to that area of the international content industry at a time when top-flight scripted shows are more likely to wind up on a OTT platform than a broadcast or cable TV network.
FCC Asks To Reduce MVPD Consumer Confusion
The FCC has proposed to update its rules regarding cable service change notification notices by issuing an NPRM instructing cable operators to provide to subscribers and local franchise authorities "certain written notices" that would reduce the potential for consumer confusion in the context of program carriage disputes.
Comscore Scores A Pair Of Quincy TV Markets
Comscore's comeback isn't just limited to Wall Street. On Wednesday, it revealed that it has a new agreement in place that allows it to provide a pair of TV stations in Iowa with measurement services.
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