Audio Emerges as Journalism’s Stability Play in the AI Era
Audio is emerging as one of the most durable and strategically important formats for journalists heading into 2026, as artificial intelligence, declining search traffic, and creator competition force a recalibration of journalism’s business and distribution models.
Audacy’s Kelli Turner Joins Forecast 2027 as Radio Co-Chair
Audacy CEO Kelli Turner has joined Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR's Forecast 2027 as Radio Co-Chair for its November 12 return to the Harvard Club of New York, bringing heavyweight broadcast and finance leadership to broadcasting's most prestigious conference.
Leaders in Focus: Heather Cohen, The Weiss Agency
With nominations open for Radio Ink’s 2026 Top 20 Leaders in Radio, we’re revisiting voices from last year’s list to examine industry captaincy. For today’s conversation, The Weiss Agency President Heather Cohen shares wisdom on growth, risk, and responsibility.
Sponsorships: A Drive to Survive
(Jeff McHugh) Last year, I got a lesson in sponsorships from my work outside of radio, where I coach executives at big companies like Mastercard, Google, and Darktrace. All three just happen to be big sponsors in my favorite sport, Formula 1 racing.
EMF Finalizes Long-Pending Milwaukee Station Purchase
After 18 years as B93.3, Milwaukee’s WLDB is officially owned by Educational Media Foundation. The $4 million sale of WLDB and WLUM has closed following a prolonged approval process. The agreement was initially expected to conclude by September 30.
FCC Votes 3-0 for Revised Foreign Ownership Review Framework
The FCC unanimously approved revised foreign ownership review requirements on Thursday, codifying long-standing policies in an effort to clarify expectations for license holders while maintaining national security review processes.
Portland Timbers Matches Head to Audacy’s Fan Sports Network
The Portland Timbers have a new flagship home, as Audacy's 105.1 The Fan (KRSK-AM/FM) becomes the Major League Soccer club’s primary radio partner. The partnership begins with the Timbers’ season opener on February 21 against the Columbus Crew.
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Former Public Radio GM Charged With Felony Embezzlement
After months of investigations, the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office has officially charged the former General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of Capital Public Radio with multiple felony counts tied to alleged embezzlement, grand theft, and forgery.
‘Wild Willy’ Cut Short With ‘Rebel Radio’ Takeover In PCB
As part of its recent wave of activity across the Florida panhandle, JVC Broadcasting has replaced Wild Willy with Rebel Radio on 100.1 FM (WWLY) in Panama City Beach, introducing a new multi-decade Country music playlist strategy.
New Grants Offer Lifeline to Public Stations Hit By Funding Losses
As public media stations face mounting financial strain tied to federal and state funding cuts and withdrawals, the Public Media Bridge Fund has launched two emergency grant programs aimed at stabilizing local outlets at risk of service disruptions or shutdowns.
Andrew Cuomo to Host Weekly Talk Show on New York Radio
Following his loss in the 2025 New York City mayoral election, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has found a new home on the city's airwaves with The Pulse of the People, a weekly one-hour call-in show on Red Apple Media's 77WABC.
Ives and Jacobson To Unite For ‘Real Story’ On Chicago’s Answer
Salem Media Group has expanded its Chicago lineup as The Real Story moves into a weekday slot on 560 The Answer (WIND-AM) and pairs Jeanne Ives with Amy Jacobson, who was previously heard on the signal as co-host of Chicago’s Morning Answer.
Radio Hall of Fame Preps Nomination Window for 2026 Class
The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee is preparing to open the submission window for its 2026 induction class, inviting industry professionals and listeners to suggest potential honorees as the process moves toward an industry-wide vote later this year.
Top Podcasts in America Q4 2025: What Changed and What Didn’t
America's podcast landscape remained stable in Q4 2025, with familiar names leading listenership, though beneath the surface, notable shifts revealed changing tastes, award-season momentum, and the challenge of breaking into an increasingly static top tier.
Benztown Launches AirReady AI Feature for Station Imaging
Benztown has launched AirReady, a new AI-based feature for its audio production libraries that allows radio stations to replace voices in imaging pieces with their own station voiceover or approved brand voices as part of day-to-day production workflows.
Radio Ink’s Coats Joins Jacobson To Put AM/FM’s 2026 ‘InFOCUS’
Looking for snow day listening? Radio Ink Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats is the featured guest on the first 2026 episode of the RBR+TVBR InFOCUS video podcast, hosted by Radio + Television Business Report Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson, out now.
