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The FIFA World Cup is widely seen as more than a sporting event, functioning as a global cultural and commercial moment that attracts large audiences and drives consumer engagement. For
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The FIFA World Cup is widely seen as more than a sporting event, functioning as a global cultural and commercial moment that attracts large audiences and drives consumer engagement. For
CJCA Edmonton, Alberta's First Radio Station, Signs On
The Edmonton Journal launched CJCA, the first radio station in Alberta, broadcasting on 450 meters with 50 watts. It was managed by G.R.A. 'Dick' Rice, who later founded CFRN.
CFJC Kamloops Begins Broadcasting
Kamloops radio station CFJC signed on for the first time with 15 watts of power at 1120 KHz. The station was originally owned by N.S. Dalgliesh & Son department store.

Salem Media is expanding its national morning lineup with a familiar voice from Washington. Larry O’Connor will take his locally based show nationwide, signaling a broader push to integrate radio,
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Sports consumption has expanded well beyond the traditional boundaries of game time, with fans increasingly following narratives, rumors, and behind-the-scenes developments long after the final whistle. That’s according to the
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SiriusXM says video is becoming central to podcast growth, helping drive a 37% jump in podcast revenue during the first quarter. During an earnings call Thursday, executives said new ad
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Voting is underway for the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame nominees. Inside Radio spotlights the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame nominees, recognizing their lasting impact on the industry, and on
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The FIFA World Cup is widely seen as more than a sporting event, functioning as a global cultural and commercial moment that attracts large audiences and drives consumer engagement. For
Read at Inside Radio
Salem Media is expanding its national morning lineup with a familiar voice from Washington. Larry O’Connor will take his locally based show nationwide, signaling a broader push to integrate radio,
Read at Inside Radio
Sports consumption has expanded well beyond the traditional boundaries of game time, with fans increasingly following narratives, rumors, and behind-the-scenes developments long after the final whistle. That’s according to the
Read at Inside Radio
Every radio personality gets one of two pieces of advice at some point in their career. The first sounds like this: "Nobody cares what you think. Stay out of the way. Play the music, read the liners, and let the format do the work."
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I roll my eyes whenever I receive an annoying email or text that says, “You have not changed your password in a while. Would you like to change it now?” It seems like I get one at least every other week. Sometimes they’re fake, so I have to double-check the source. In truth,…
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Sex sells, even in sports media. The fallout from photos of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and former NFL insider for The Athletic Dianna Russini continues to play out across national media. While there haven’t been any new details about the relationship Russini and…
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The most dangerous part of the Brendan Sorsby story isn’t that it happened. It’s that it makes perfect sense. A highly paid star college quarterback tied to major gambling activity involving his own team. Reportedly “thousands” of bets ranging from games, props, and even…
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Eastlan Ratings has released its March 2026 monthly ratings. This month sees the addition of two new monthly markets with measurement commencing in Honolulu HI and Reno NV . The remaining markets are: Bend OR , Billings MT , Burlington VT/Plattsburgh NY , Charleston WV ,…
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• Warner Music Group was named to the sixth annual TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, highlighting companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. WMG’s inclusion highlights its proactive approach to AI, balancing protection with innovation and ensuring…
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• The Milwaukee Courier and WGKB (101.7 The Truth/W269DL)/Milwaukee are now united under the Milwaukee Black Media Trust , a new community ownership structure that ensures these historic Black media institutions will remain independent, community-accountable, and in service of…
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• Curtis Media Group is expanding further in its home state of North Carolina… specifically, the Wilmington, NC market with the pending purchase of five stations and two translators from Capitol Broadcasting Company. The reported sale price is $1.75 million. The assets in play…
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The number one objection I hear from media customers is, "I haven't had anyone see or hear my ad." The previous number one objection was, "That's too much money." The media that retailers use for their marketing has shifted ...
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Corus Entertainment has launched new French-language streaming platform, Vivéo. Available through Prime Video Add-on Subscriptions in Canada, Vivéo is operating on an ad-supported hybrid model, offering a catalogue of more […]
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Salem Media Group and Cumulus Media are collaborating to take Larry O'Connor's morning show national. O'Connor & Company , which airs on Cumulus's WMAL in Washington, DC, will expand to serve as Salem Media's flagship national morning program beginning May 4.
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Debris after a tornado tore through Mineral Wells, Texas, on April 29. Credit: Justin Hamel/Getty Images The Federal Communications Commission has released a draft report and order to be considered at its May open meeting that, if adopted, the FCC believes will “modernize” its…
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