Randy J. Stine has spent the past 40 years working in audio production and broadcast radio news. He joined Radio World in 1997 and covers new technology and regulatory issues. He has a B.A. in journalism from Michigan State University.
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Pirates Are a State-Level Problem, Too
FCC cutbacks may put fresh emphasis on localized enforcement concerns
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Goldberg on Streaming Fee Ruling Impact
"A station that has an average of 50 listeners at all times could expect...
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Will FM Band Grow More Congested?
A key element of the FCC’s AM rescue plan released in late October is...
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BBG Seeks Wider Powers for CEO
Shell identified reforms including increased agility to BBG’s operations
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BBG Makeover Discussed in U.S. Senate Committee Hearing
Splitting of the board is suggested along with consolidation of some programs
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Cumulus Looks to Begin Turnaround
New CEO has said rebuilding company’s culture is key
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CBS to Fight Pre-1972 Music Royalty Suit
Remastered versus original vinyl is the question
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Pandora Pays for Pre-1972 Music
This week's $90 million agreement was reached with ABKCO Music & Records, Capitol Records,...
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Pre-1972 Music Flap Continues
Sheridans file in New Jersey against iHeartMedia and Illinois
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New Cumulus CEO Criticizes “Rumor-Mongering,” Promises Straight Talk
"I will not BS you, I will not attempt to spin you"
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BBG Hears About Moves to Streamline Strategic Coordination
Newly-appointed CEO John Lansing addresses board in unusual move
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Massey Set to Lead Engineering Society
Entercom technologist is a big believer in certification and career adaptation
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SoundExchange and CPB Agree on Streaming Fees
Covers a number of public radio entities
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Some LPFM Permittees Surrender CPs
Enthusiasm meets reality for some would-be low-power broadcasters
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Opinion Issued on Webcasting Rate Proceeding
“Webcasting IV” proceeding will determine music licensing rates for 2016–2020
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Broadcaster Response in Music Royalty Suit Delayed
ABS Entertainment earlier filed against iHeartMedia, CBS Corp. and Cumulus Media
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Radio Reading Services Face Obstacles
Challenged by budget pressures and technical evolution
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More on This Week’s Class Action Suit
“By selling advertisements and through other means, the broadcaster profits handsomely from its exploitation...
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The Push Is on for LP-250
LPFM advocates seek power parity with translators and boosters
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FCC Order Aims to Strengthen EAS
A closer look at what the FCC did in its recent action
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IPAWS Modernization to Have Little Impact on Radio
Goucher sees improvements with minimal additional station equipment outlays
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HD Radio Patent Case Dismissed
Broadcast groups appear off the hook; lawsuit cannot be reintroduced
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Up There in the Sky! It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane
Though cautious, radio sees drones’ potential
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VerStandig Sells Station at Center of SoundExchange Suit
Owner says sale won’t end pursuit of geo-fencing technology
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Michigan Broadcasters Break Ground on New HQ
New building to contain digital media center
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Radio Warms to Podcast Phenomenon
Industry expanding into digital marketplace with on-demand, time-shifted content
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Ensor Completes VOA Tenure
The Voice of America continues its search for a new director
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Ralph Meador Remembered
Station owner also worked for Gates Radio Co., founded brokerage firm
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Settlement Possible in Music Licensing Suit
Radio Music License Committee, SESAC push for deal
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Delaware Court Dismisses HD Radio Suits
Digital radio patent infringement case appears to be over
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Radio, TV Martí Are Important, Officials Tell BBG
Office of Cuba Broadcasting says services should be maintained
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BBG Positioned to Move on Without Lack
Shell says broadcast organization is on solid footing to accomplish mission
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Tom King Extols Virtues of AM
Kintronic Labs president is recipient of NAB Radio Engineering Achievement Award
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President Requests $750 Million for BBG
Office of Cuba Broadcasting defederalization request explained
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U.S.-Cuba Thaw Could Muffle Air Wars
STAs to protect southeastern AMs from interference could remain for awhile
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SoundExchange Wins Dismissal of VerStandig Suit
Judge says plaintiff’s allegations “too hypothetical” to allow case to continue
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HD Radio Patent Suit Takes Next Steps
Judge lets iBiquity case proceed while stays radio group proceedings