NAB Show
Radio Seeks to Strengthen Podcast Connection
As consumption spikes, broadcast industry weighs challenges and opportunities
News and Business
News and Business
Radiodays Europe 2019 Begins Sunday
The 10th edition will take place in Lausanne, Switzerland March 31–April 2.
Business and Law
Bryan Broadcasting Asks FCC to Allow All-Digital AM
“It is time to allow licensees to have this tool in their kit”
News Makers
Boyer Nurtures Personal Relationships
Adapting to new media is just part of 21st century farm reporting
Business and Law
FCC Hopes to Streamline NCE Selection Rules
It takes another look at comparative standards; the proposals also would affect low-power FM stations
Tech and Gear
Next-Gen PRSS System Is on the Way
Hybrid system to feature public internet connection
Columns and Views
Seven Myths Broadcasters Believe About Podcasting
What’s keeping radio from monetizing on-demand audio?
Headlines
Stonecom Inaugurates New Cookeville Home
Tennessee broadcaster’s new 10,000-square-foot headquarters is now open
News and Business
Digital Radio Summit Rings a Wake-Up Call
U.S. broadcast officials describe a dramatically evolving competitive landscape during EBU event
Programming and Sales
Westwood One, Google Partner in Voice Tech Deal for March Madness
Companies have agreement to integrate premium live content
Columns and Views
Finding Radio’s Balance in the Dashboard
Initiatives to help stations meet auto manufacturers’ minimum requirements
Business and Law
FCC Releases Cost Catalog for FMs Impacted by Repack
FM broadcast stations can be reimbursed from $50 million pool
Headlines
Polestar Says New Model Will Have FM Analog After All (But Still No AM)
New car now features Google, Android, as well as access to FM and DAB
NAB Show
Sports & Entertainment Influencer Series Kicks Off at 2019 NAB Show
Will touch on how to attract new viewers and updates in content development
News Makers
KFOR(AM) Leads by Example in Lincoln
Alpha Media station is named to the Heritage class of the NAB Crystal Awards
Global
Digital Radio Mondiale Preps for General Assembly
Three DRM transmissions will take place in parallel to the two-day event
Programming and Sales
Koode Radio Aims to Reduce Conflict in Africa
New shortwave program brings information, education to Fulbe community
Business and Law
HD Radio Developer Proposes Upgrades to EAS
Outlines enhanced text notifications, multilingual audio and geographically-targeted messaging
Headlines
No Analog Radio for the Polestar 2
New car, introduced at the GIMS, features Google and DAB in-dash but no AM or FM
Programming and Sales
Survey Says AM-FM Radio Continues to Dominate In-Car Media
Online and podcast listening in mobile environments increasing
Business and Law
Advisory Group Issues Recommendations for Improving IPAWS
Suggestions include development of best practices and strengthened public education program
Programming and Sales
Survey Says Smart Speaker Sales Drive Online Audio Listening
Audiobooks also make a jump in listenership this year
Business and Law
FCC Makes Additional Repack Funding Rules Official
Commissioner O’Rielly wants to “ensure FM radio stations are compensated for legitimate costs in the repack process”
Business and Law
Commission Moves EEO Efforts to Enforcement Bureau
The work previously was done under the umbrella of the Media Bureau
News Makers
Radio Raconteur Brings His Stories to a Close
NAB will present its Spirit of Broadcasting Award to industry trade journalist Tom Taylor
News and Business
Radio’s Digital Sales on the Rise
RAB/Borrell study shows the radio industry is embracing digital and loving the results
Headlines
NPR Changes Its Tune for “Morning Edition”
New theme to replace BJ Leiderman classic in early May
Programming and Sales
Nielsen Adds Direct Download Feature to BDSradio
Play MPE catalog integration creates “end-to-end solution” for PDs
Programming and Sales
The State of the Radio ID Jingle
Though not the cultural icons they once were, jingles and “production aids” remain a staple
Business and Law
Public Radio Not a Fan of FM Repack Reimbursement Proposal
NPR dissatisfied with proposed order of reimbursement; issue up for vote on March 15
Headlines
Smart-Speaker Ownership Approaching One in Four Americans
Average smart speaker user possesses two devices
Business and Law
FCC Cites AM Revitalization Rules When Denying Waiver Request
Virginia broadcaster listed primary AM station that was already named on earlier translator application
Global
ABU-DBS 2019 Looks at What’s Ahead for Broadcasters
Speakers pointed to a “booming radio market” thanks to new digital audio technologies
Show News
Nautel Looks to the Future for NUG Inspiration
Even as the company celebrates its past, it will use event to explore what’s next
News Makers
For Cathy Hughes, Information Is Power
She will be honored with induction into the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame