Thursday, April 16, 2026
Every Signal, One Feed.
So, have you watched your favorite podcast on Netflix yet? It’s been several months since the streaming giant began housing exclusive video presentations for more than 40 podcasts across all genres. The company has yet to reveal any viewership data on the titles it secured from…
There’s been a lot of change in how Major League Baseball has been consumed since the pandemic year of 2020. Today, MLB games are more accessible on more platforms than ever before. The league’s move to streaming began when MLB signed an exclusive deal with Apple TV+ to stream a…
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Ask anyone in the radio industry what separates their medium from the competition, and you’ll hear the same answer almost every time: “We’re local.” It’s the rallying cry, the differentiator, the reason broadcasters argue radio remains relevant in a world…
Read at Barrett MediaI find lessons from sports are valuable life lessons. A friend sent me a clip from Kara Lawson’s press conference during the NCAA tournament, and her words rang so true, especially with the kind of headlines we’re reading about the radio industry these days. In case…
Read at Barrett MediaThe NFL Draft has become a 12-month odyssey, and one of the more unheralded productions on that journey is CBS Sports’ With the First Pick . Hosted by CBS senior draft expert Ryan Wilson and former NFL GM Ran Carthon, the podcast and YouTube show offer a comprehensive, detailed…
Read at Barrett MediaSo, have you watched your favorite podcast on Netflix yet? It’s been several months since the streaming giant began housing exclusive video presentations for more than 40 podcasts across all genres. The company has yet to reveal any viewership data on the titles it secured from…
Read at Barrett MediaThere’s been a lot of change in how Major League Baseball has been consumed since the pandemic year of 2020. Today, MLB games are more accessible on more platforms than ever before. The league’s move to streaming began when MLB signed an exclusive deal with Apple TV+ to stream a…
Read at Barrett MediaAsk anyone in the radio industry what separates their medium from the competition, and you’ll hear the same answer almost every time: “We’re local.” It’s the rallying cry, the differentiator, the reason broadcasters argue radio remains relevant in a world…
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It looks like it will be a swift trip through bankruptcy for Cumulus Media now that a judge has certified the company’s restructuring plan. Cumulus now only needs to secure Federal Communications Commission approval to emerge from bankruptcy. The media company completed its…
Read at Radio WorldNew Scripted Audio Series Based on the Bestselling Novel by Anthony Grey Brings to Life a Gripping Saga of Love, Blood and Revolution Starring Kelly Marie Tran and Rob Benedict Series Premieres Wednesday, April 22 Listen to the Official Trailer Now HERE…
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• RadioTraks, a longtime provider of music research services to radio stations and record labels across the United States, announced it will discontinue operations, effective May 29, 2026, unless a qualified buyer emerges to continue the business. This news follows significant…
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A little after seven months after flipping to Conservative Talk “ 106.7 The Eagle “, Total Media Group has flipped 106.7 WIRO Ironton OH to AC “ Star 106.7 “. Positioning as “80s, 90s, Now”, the station is being programmed by Operations Manager Jason Toy. He commented, “I’m…
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• Earlier this year Zelus Media Group re-launched Triple A 94.9 The Zone (KZON-HD2/K235CB) in the Phoenix market, powered by SonicTrek.AI. Zelus has tracked down original “Zonie” veteran Mike O’Donnell , who makes his long overdue return to radio as Station Manager. Mike…
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Veteran programmer and personality Jay Michaels has launched “Jay Michaels Media” providing voicetracking and content services to stations. Michaels, who most recently served as Assistant Brand Manager of Audacy Hot AC “ Mix 96.5 ” KHMX and Variety Hits “ 95.7 The Spot ” KKHH…
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Throwback Brands has announced the return of its “Throwback Brands Boot Camp Experience” scholarship to send a participant to the the 38th MSBC in Cleveland this August 5-7. For the second straight year, Throwback Brands will select an industry professional, student or content…
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Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW), the non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of female leadership in radio broadcasting, has revealed the recipient of the 11th annual 2026 MIW Airblazer Award. It happens to be the woman who is one-half of the WWBX…
Read at RBR-TVBRCornerstone Research has promoted Angie Owens to Vice President of Operations, recognizing her long-standing role within the company's operations and product support. Owens joined Cornerstone Research in 2008 and has been responsible for overseeing key functions including data…
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• Cumulus Media Inc. announced that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas has approved its previously disclosed Plan of Reorganization. With that approval now secured, Cumulus expects to emerge from Chapter 11 following FCC approval. The Company…
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Earlier this week, we highlighted takeaways from Quu’s brand-new In-Vehicle Visuals Report, which looks at how radio station metadata is displayed in the top 100 new car models in the United States. For instance, about three-quarters of the top 100 models now have HD Radio, and…
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