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| Impact Launches Alexa Skill For All Stations, She Has A Never-Quit Attitude…And it Works |
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| Radio Headlines For Friday 6-16-2017 |
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 (by Renee Cassis) That was the topic of a lively discussion, Thursday, at the 34th Annual TV & Radio Financial Summit in New York City. There seems to be an expectation that this FCC, under the Chairmanship of Ajit Pai, is headed down the road that leads to less-strict ownership rules and more consolidation. Is that the answer to radio's revenue woes? [read more] |
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 We're seeing this more and more from radio, and that's a good thing, with the popularity of these home devices growing, especially Amazon's Echo. Impact Radio Group in Boise (Market #97) has launched a companywide initiative to bring radio back into the home. [read more] |
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 As the EVP of the Business to Consumer Division of the Dave Ramsey Show, Suzanne Simms is responsible for the oversight of Ramsey Media, Live Events, Consumer Products, Ramsey Personalities, and EveryDollar Budgeting Tool. In other words, Simms is a very important person with the company. [read more] |
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 The new supporters of the act are Representatives Carlos Curbelo (FL-26), Andy Harris (MD-1), Mac Thornberry (TX-13), and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-5), chair of the House Republican Conference. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA) now has 191 cosponsors in the House and 22 in the Senate. [read more] |
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 Who are the "best of the best" at your station? And isn't it time to honor them? Isn't it time to congratulate the sales rep who just brought in that shiny new account? The interactive seller who scored new revenue for your station with a digital platform campaign? Or the manager who always has an idea, an encouraging word, and inside support for every player on staff? RADIO WAYNE NOMINATIONS CLOSE JUNE 19. [read more] |
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 Tony Matteo is the new Region Senior VP of Programming for iHeartMedia's Central California/Nevada region. iHeart has 36 stations in that region. Matteo previously worked as the Region Senior VP of Programming for iHeartMedia’s Omaha region based in Wichita. [read more] |
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 (By Gary Begin) One of the most exciting parts of my job is travelling the country conducting and being part of research studies. Today, I’ll share tips that come up most often in market after market that, if implemented, will lead to stronger ratings for you. [read more] |
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 The new Podcast from the PBS broadcaster will focus on Smiley's personal opinions on culture and current events, in combination with guests from a variety of backgrounds. Celebrities, authors, academics, attorneys, and politicians will debate with Smiley. [read more] |
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 Westwood One is partnering with Live Nation to present an exclusive summer series of podcasts called On Tour with Live Nation, that will give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the hottest concerts and festivals to hit the music scene this summer. Two other podcasts -- Geekscape and Kickin' It With Kix -- are also being rolled out. [read more] |
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 In his latest Media Unplugged, Mark Ramsey asserts that it will take more than big screens, reserve seats, and gourmet food to save theaters. And he says there's stark evidence that the New York Times can’t save the newspaper industry. [read more] |
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 E.W. Scripps owned WKTI (94-5 KTI COUNTRY) in Milwaukee is bringing in Ryan Wild as its new PD. Wild comes to KTI Country from Omaha, where he served as operations manager for NRG Media’s KQKQ (Sweet 98), KOPW (Power 106.9) and KOOO (101.9 The Keg). [read more] |
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 Drake Hall is the morning host at rocker WXMX-FM in Memphis. He's been an on the air at the station since 2006 and a talent in Memphis for over 30 years. About his new deal, Hall said, "I look forward to getting up at 4am for another 30 years.” [read more] |
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 Albany, Georgia, is where Dollar becomes the Operations Manager for Cumulus' six radio stations in the market. Dollar will also be midday host on NASH FM 104.5 (WKAK-FM) in Albany, and on the air on Rocker WJAD-FM afternoons from 2-6 p.m. Dollar moves to Albany from Cumulus Montgomery where he was PD at WLWI-FM for over eight years. [read more] |
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 (By Ronald Robinson) While what will be presented here is an old technique, I believe a reintroduction is in order, especially since the recommendation to take radio talent and “treat them like dogs” has already been put forward as an incredibly insulting, but apparently sincere, piece of training and motivational business. [read more] |
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 The Country station has announced that Lois Lewis will commence her dual roles July 17. Lewis previously worked as the Assistant Program Director and Music Director for iHeartMedia Las Vegas’ 95.5 The Bull. [read more] |
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 Airplay monitoring outfit Mediabase has promoted Minal Patel to Project Manager. Minal joined the company in 2008 as Director of Client Services and has advanced through various departments. Her experience includes stints at Loud Records, Billboard, Atlantic Records, and Premiere Radio Networks. [read more] |
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 Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins might be having a protracted waltz with the organization over a new playing contract, but that hasn’t prevented him signing a new one-year commitment with 106.7 The Fan. Cousins will return to mic duties for the third consecutive year on the Grant and Danny show. [read more] |
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 At the annual awards banquet of the Missouri Broadcasters Association, June 9-10, the Park Hills station received three first-place finishes and a certificate of merit. One of the awards was for Best Local Website for kfmosports.com. [read more] |
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