One of radio’s leading advertisers, Comcast Cable, will headline the 2017 Radio Show Advertiser Breakfast on Thurs. (Sept. 7) from 7:30am-9:00am. The event is sponsored by Katz Radio Group and will be held at the J.W. Marriott Austin during the 2017 Radio Show, Sept. 5-8. Kavita Vazirani, senior VP, Media Strategy & Sciences for Comcast..
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Comcast To Lead In Radio Show With Spot Ad Discussion.
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After Fireworks, Taylor Swift Suit Begins In Earnest.
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For Taylor Swift, this month is more about the hot seat than the Hot 100. The long-brewing legal feud between the pop star and former Denver radio morning man David Mueller at last got down to business Monday, Aug. 7, as the gavel fell on the high-profile trial expected to last two weeks. Jury selection..
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Adams Radio Group Sued For Wrongful Termination.
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A former HR department executive has sued Adams Radio Group and its New Mexico cluster for retaliation, discrimination and wrongful termination. The onetime exec claims she was targeted and fired as the only Hispanic in an all-white office. Brenda Rodriguez is charging that after complaining to a female supervisor about inappropriate behavior from the company’s..
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Scripps Puts Focus On Acquisitions, Digital Growth In Q2.
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At E.W. Scripps, television accounts for the bulk of revenue even though it owns about the same number of radio stations as TV. During its Thursday second quarter 2017 investor call, the company trained most of its focus on its acquisition this week of a new TV network asset, the shedding of its heritage comic..
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Over 1,000 AMs Seek FM Translators During Filing Window.
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Details of what was applied for during the just-closed FM translator filing period aren’t yet being made public by the Federal Communications Commission. But FCC chief Ajit Pai says demand for translators remains strong. “Over one thousand AM stations took advantage of it,” Pai announced on Thursday. He calls the window “another significant milestone” in..
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Entercom’s Investment In DGital Media Totals $9.7M.
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The size of Entercom’s investment into the world of podcasting has been revealed. According to a regulatory filing on Friday, Entercom says it paid $9.7 million to buy its 45% stake in the on-demand audio entertainment provider DGital Media. Entercom also tells investors that it has an option to buy DGital outright in 2021 under..
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Saga’s Ed Christian Ends Q2 With His Mind On Market Growth.
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To persevere amid a sluggish advertising market, Saga Communications’ top executive says his stations need to keep hunting for new business while also tending to existing relationships. And he reiterated that Saga is still in the market for new stations. “We continue to add many businesses to our advertiser list…I know it is hundreds of..
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With Rosenworcel, Carr Approved, FCC Back At Full Strength.
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Five seats will again be filled at the Federal Communications Commission now that the Senate has confirmed two nominees. Jessica Rosenworcel and Brendan Carr were each approved by unanimous consent in the final hours before the Senate’s August recess began. It was a long wait for Rosenworcel, who was first tapped for a new term..
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FCC Turns Up The Heat In Major ‘Silent Station’ Crackdown.
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Whether it’s weather-related damage, equipment failures or even economic hardship, a variety of legitimate reasons are to blame for some situations. But frustrated with owners who may be gaming its rules, the Federal Communications Commission is cracking down on those stations that spend so little time on the air that listeners often don’t even realize..
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Jim Day Named Exec. Producer for Bob and Marianne Morning Show.
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Jim Day has been named executive producer for “Bob and Marianne in the Morning” on Cumulus Media AC “Warm 98” WRRM Cincinnati, OH. Day brings 25 years of on air and producing experience to his new role where he replaces Zach Stone. “Zach Stone set a high bar producing for Bob and Marianne, so finding..
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