You have to wonder if pirate radio operators have been given at least a temporary reprieve during this lengthy government shutdown and the FCC being closed for business. Democratic Congressman Paul Tonko isn't too keen on allowing that to happen.[read more]
And it features NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith on the cover. Smith was named Radio Ink's 2019 Radio Executive of The Year. This is yet another issue packed with tools and tips to help you achieve sales and managerial greatness. Subscribe HERE to our digital edition for only $49.00 or receive the most handsome looking print magazine in the industry by clicking HERE.[read more]
(By Paul Weyland) “What is the best schedule to recommend to a local direct client? I heard it was about 35 commercials a month or so, or OES.” That’s the question I was recently asked. Here are my thoughts...[read more]
(By Deborah Parenti) In her opening remarks, Forecast 2019 co-chair Marci Ryvicker made an observation that has stuck with me. She referenced some time she had taken recently to decide the next chapter in her career. Here was her message...[read more]
Radio Ink's 2019 Future African American Leaders in Radio list is coming in February. You have until Friday at 5 p.m. to make your nomination HERE. [read more]
Hughes, the founder and Chairperson of Urban One, will be inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters Broadcasting Hall of Fame at the 2019 NAB Show. The induction will be held April 8 at the Encore in Las Vegas. In 2016 Radio Ink honored Hughes with its Lifetime Leadership award.[read more]
Writer and producer Dayton Duncan of the new 16-hour country music documentary that will premiere on PBS this fall, will appear as part of CRS's 50th Anniversary keynote event. Ken Burns, who directed the film, cut a taped intro piece which will be followed by Duncan discussing the film.[read more]
The 46-year radio voice of the Cincinnati Reds, Marty Brennaman, is gearing up to broadcast his last season. The 76-year old started with the team in 1974 covering World Series Championships in 1975, 1976 and 1990. [read more]
The new location at 425 Fremont Street, Suite 220, in Las Vegas is scheduled to open in August. The new iHeartMedia Las Vegas headquarters is part of iHeartMedia’s new partnership with Fremont Street Experience to revitalize and assist in the growth of downtown Las Vegas.[read more]
Meaningful Conversations with Maria Shriver, is the name of the show which will focus on life, love, faith, family, gratitude, grief, health, and wellness.[read more]
"Mega Nation" is a sales and ratings success. The radio network serving the Philadelphia DMA also recently went viral thanks to its Spanish-language play-by-play of a historic Philadelphia Eagles win.[read more]
ASCAP has appointed Nicole Carbone-Rogers as Senior Vice President and Head of Events. Carbone-Rogers will be responsible for the successful execution of major awards shows and other key ASCAP events[read more]
Dickey Broadcasting Company has partnered with the Atlanta Legends of the newly formed Alliance of American Football to serve as the organization’s flagship radio station.[read more]
AM980 The Mission (Minneapolis-St. Paul) is offering a free safety and security conference to help prepare church, school, and small business leaders for active threats to their congregations, faculty, and staff. [read more]
Are you hearing things about your market? Let us investigate. Radio Ink Magazine is the only 27-year-old trade magazine in the radio industry. That's the result of a lot of trust over those years. Send all news tips in total confidence, and any other station news to Radio Ink Editor Ed Ryan at edryantheeditor@gmail.com[read more]
Our thanks to Jim Sumpter for sharing this classic. This is Jim as Dr. Boogie from the classic 56QAM control room. "I'm sure I was either playing "Boogie Fever" or "You Should Be Dancing" or some other timeless classic. I wish you could see my face, because I haven't lost a single hair, gained a single pound, or even gotten a single wrinkle since this was taken, now some 42 years ago." Send your Blast to edryantheeditor@gmail.com.[read more]
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You have to wonder if pirate radio operators have been given at least a temporary reprieve during this lengthy government shutdown and the FCC being closed for business. Democratic Congressman Paul Tonko isn't too keen on allowing that to happen.
And it features NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith on the cover. Smith was named Radio Ink's 2019 Radio Executive of The Year. This is yet another issue packed with tools and tips to help you achieve sales and managerial greatness. Subscribe 
(By Paul Weyland) “What is the best schedule to recommend to a local direct client? I heard it was about 35 commercials a month or so, or OES.” That’s the question I was recently asked. Here are my thoughts...
(By Deborah Parenti) In her opening remarks, Forecast 2019 co-chair Marci Ryvicker made an observation that has stuck with me. She referenced some time she had taken recently to decide the next chapter in her career. Here was her message...
Radio Ink's 2019 Future African American Leaders in Radio list is coming in February. You have until Friday at 5 p.m. to make your nomination 
Hughes, the founder and Chairperson of Urban One, will be inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters Broadcasting Hall of Fame at the 2019 NAB Show. The induction will be held April 8 at the Encore in Las Vegas. In 2016 Radio Ink honored Hughes with its Lifetime Leadership award.
Writer and producer Dayton Duncan of the new 16-hour country music documentary that will premiere on PBS this fall, will appear as part of CRS's 50th Anniversary keynote event. Ken Burns, who directed the film, cut a taped intro piece which will be followed by Duncan discussing the film.
The 46-year radio voice of the Cincinnati Reds, Marty Brennaman, is gearing up to broadcast his last season. The 76-year old started with the team in 1974 covering World Series Championships in 1975, 1976 and 1990. 
The new location at 425 Fremont Street, Suite 220, in Las Vegas is scheduled to open in August. The new iHeartMedia Las Vegas headquarters is part of iHeartMedia’s new partnership with Fremont Street Experience to revitalize and assist in the growth of downtown Las Vegas.
Meaningful Conversations with Maria Shriver, is the name of the show which will focus on life, love, faith, family, gratitude, grief, health, and wellness.
"Mega Nation" is a sales and ratings success. The radio network serving the Philadelphia DMA also recently went viral thanks to its Spanish-language play-by-play of a historic Philadelphia Eagles win.
ASCAP has appointed Nicole Carbone-Rogers as Senior Vice President and Head of Events. Carbone-Rogers will be responsible for the successful execution of major awards shows and other key ASCAP events
Dickey Broadcasting Company has partnered with the Atlanta Legends of the newly formed Alliance of American Football to serve as the organization’s flagship radio station.
AM980 The Mission (Minneapolis-St. Paul) is offering a free safety and security conference to help prepare church, school, and small business leaders for active threats to their congregations, faculty, and staff. 
Are you hearing things about your market? Let us investigate. Radio Ink Magazine is the only 27-year-old trade magazine in the radio industry. That's the result of a lot of trust over those years. Send all news tips in total confidence, and any other station news to Radio Ink Editor Ed Ryan at 
Our thanks to Jim Sumpter for sharing this classic. This is Jim as Dr. Boogie from the classic 56QAM control room. "I'm sure I was either playing "Boogie Fever" or "You Should Be Dancing" or some other timeless classic. I wish you could see my face, because I haven't lost a single hair, gained a single pound, or even gotten a single wrinkle since this was taken, now some 42 years ago." Send your Blast to 
