‘Legislative Pursuits, Fueled by Localism’: Only In RBR+TVBR
The Radio + Television Business Report's information-filled all-new Spring 2024 Special Report was distributed in print at the 2024 NAB Show and via digital PDF download to subscribers earlier in April. Still haven't seen it? Look at what this 48-page full-color magazine has that you can't find anywhere else.
FCC Puts Cumulus’ Foreign Ownership Ask Up From Public Comment
The Chief of the FCC Media Bureau's Audio Division has confirmed the Commission will soon release a public notice seeking comment on a recently filed remedial petition for declaratory ruling that seeks approval for specific foreign investors to hold ownership interest in Cumulus Media.
Soo Kim Sues FCC Over Failed TEGNA Deal, Blames Racism
Standard General and its head, Soo Kim, have sued the FCC and its Chairwoman and Media Bureau Chief for actions that led to the FCC's decision to designate the now-failed transaction for a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge. Kim believes the failure to win Commission approval comes down to one thing: race discrimination.
TEGNA’s Hat Trick: Kraken Get Broadcast TV Home
Starting with the 2024-2025 season, the National Hockey League franchise serving the Pacific Northwest will see more than 70 non-nationally televised games appear on broadcast TV. It's thanks to an agreement announced Thursday between the Seattle Kraken and TEGNA.
A Positive Earnings Start To 2024 For TelevisaUnivision
As CEO Wade Davis said with the release Thursday of TelevisaUnivision's Q1 2024 earnings report, “2024 started strong with great revenue growth and continued progress across our most important strategic initiatives." That said, Adjusted OIBDA was down 9% and domestic revenue was flat year-over-year, with improvements in Mexico fueling the growth.
Top FCC Republican Slams Conditional WADL Sale OK
Brendan Carr issued a statement late Tuesday following the release of a Memorandum Opinion and Order allowing the sale of WADL-38 in Detroit to proceed, but with several conditions. In Carr's view, "The FCC’s decision to redline the terms of a deal like this plainly exceeds the agency’s statutory
authority."
Panther Pounce: FCC Says No To UW Milwaukee LPFM Plan
The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee will not be proceeding with the creation of a low-power FM radio station, as the Chief of the Audio Division within the FCC's Media Bureau has rejected a petition for reconsideration of an earlier ruling that dismissed the school's construction permit application.
Seven Pirate Radio Operators Get Hefty FCC Fines
The FCC has proposed steep fines against a group of seven pirate radio operators in Massachusetts, investigated during an Enforcement Bureau sweep in the Greater Boston area. The suggested financial penalties total more than $850,000 and is a direct result of the "Preventing Illegal Radio Abuse Through Enforcement," or "PIRATE" act.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Chad López
It's a radio station that was made famous for its Top 40 format that has aired a News/Talk format since 1982. Today, WABC is in the midst of a renaissance and earned a 4.0 share in the most recent Nielsen Audio ratings for New York. In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, Red Apple Media President Chad Lopez shares how growth has come for a reborn legend.
FCC Upholds Oregon FM Erasure For Tree-as-Tower Fail
The Chief of the FCC Media Bureau's Audio Division has upheld a January decision to revoke the license and delete the call letters of a noncommercial FM radio station licensed to serve the communities due northwest of Klamath Falls, Ore., dismissing a petition that impermissibly introduces new arguments.
How Big Is Digital At Radio’s Largest Companies?
That's a question Gordon Borrell and Borell Associates addresses within its new 2024 Annual Benchmarking Report that he says is documenting the transition of local media companies toward digital operations.
WGA East Calls On iHeartMedia To Provide Podcasters More
Writers Guild of America East members at iHeart Podcast Network on Wednesday moved forward with the filing of an Unfair Labor Charge against management at iHeartMedia for “intimidating conduct and by interrogating employees about their support for the union.”
Auto Parts Retailer Gets 2024 Radio Marketer of the Year Award
O’Reilly Auto Parts has made radio central to its marketing activities to reach and engage audiences with impactful creative that resonates and distinguishes the brand from its competitors, the Radio Advertising Bureau said in announcing this year's honoree.
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‘Q Rock!’ Slides Over To New Owner In S.C.
It's a station committed to "bringing the best summer of your life, back to life" and is anchored by the syndicated John Boy & Billy Big Show in mornings. Soon, it will become the property of an entity led by John B. Byrne.
GBH Gets Proposed FCC Fine For Public File Fail
The parent organization of the main PBS Member station serving New England's most populous communities has received a proposed FCC fine for failing to timely file required online public file documents, including quarterly issues/programs lists and children’s TV programing reports.
In Canada, Bell Media Makes a ‘FAST’ TV Move
Bell Media is moving its television business into the "FAST" lane, with the launch of 10 English and French-language free ad-supported television channels available across Canada.
‘Shoppable Experiences’ Come To TelevisaUnivision’s U.S. Properties
Spanish-language media and content company TelevisaUnivision has signed off on a new partnership that brings a new "retail media experience" to consumers of its content on both linear and streaming platforms.
RAB Launches New Professional Development Certification Course
The Radio Advertising Bureau is bringing to life a new training certification program tailored to content creators in broadcast radio and audio. The course is built upon RAB’s certified Radio Marketing Consulting course, the organization to be led by Mike Hulvey said.
Five steps to Boost Your Executive Presence Online
PR expert and public speaking coach Rosemary Ravinal once asked herself the following question: If the term “executive presence” is a measure of desirability on a dating site based on a static image, does that lessen the importance of those qualities in the business world? To satisfy her curiosity, Ravinal consulted a few friends at recruiting firms.
The Agency Perspective on Hispanic Radio? Learn Here
What Hispanic radio needs to know about growing their share of the market with agencies and where the opportunities and the challenges lie remains integral to achieving ROI growth and combating those pesky "macroeconomic headwinds." Learn about the fresh opportunities that could be awaiting you at the 2024 Hispanic Radio Conference.
TechFreedom Head Questions FTC Authority On Non-Competes
“No one can seriously expect this Supreme Court to uphold the FTCʼs interpretation,” says Berin Szóka, President of the nonprofit, nonpartisan technology policy think tank. “The FTC may lose not only under modern textualist analysis and the major questions doctrine, but also because its reading of the statute assumes that Congress delegated vast lawmaking powers to the FTC without clear limiting principles."
Myriad Cloud, Goal Driven AI Voice Links Win NAB Awards
The UK-based company behind the Myriad Cloud and Goal Driven AI Voice Links is celebrating the honor of receiving two awards in the Radio category at the 2024 NAB Show Product of the Year awards.
A New Mobile App Choice for Radio
It's carved itself a business niche by serving and focusing on small-market radio stations. Now, these broadcast properties have a smartphone app solution build with their AMs and FMs in mind.
PPDS Selects A Director of Technical Sales Support
PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips digital signage, interactive displays, dvLED and videowalls, professional TVs, and dedicated AV software, has promoted from within to select its new Director of Technical Sales Support.
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