Business and Law
COVID-19 Update: PSAs Gain Air Time, Organizations Cancel Summer Events
RW continues its aggregation of COVID-19-related updates and news for the radio industry
News and Business
Headlines
“Kim Komando” Employees Are Home But the Show Must Go On
All but some TV production staff continue working remotely despite facility closure
News Makers
COVID-19 and Public Radio: WAMU’s Game Plan
Senior Director of Technology Rob Bertrand shares his station's coronavirus game plan
Digital Radio
California and Missouri Broadcasters Press FCC to Adopt All-Digital
Broadcasting associations say the move is vital to locales where AM is the most...
Business and Law
Broadcasters Carry on, Promoting Best Practices and Continuity
The radio industry is doing its best to put one foot in front of...
Business and Law
IPAWS Guidelines for Coronavirus Shared by FEMA
Insights into when, how emergency alerts can be sent out through IPAWS
Show News
Radiodays Europe and CABSAT Postponed Due to COVID-19: New Dates Announced
However IBC officials say the early September show will proceed as scheduled — for...
Headlines
Radio Pros “Social Distance,” Companies Offer Software Trials and More
COVID-19 mitigation protocols are kicking in at all levels for broadcasters
Business and Law
C-Band Plan Aims to Limit Broadcast Disruption
Package includes provision for reimbursement to displaced users — if they registered
Headlines
Italy: Radio Stations Unite Broadcasts in Call For Hope
“La Radio per l'Italia” will see the country’s radio stations join forces on March...
Headlines
COVID-19 Operational Concerns for Radio
A sampling of developments in the U.S. radio industry concerning the novel coronavirus situation
Business and Law
The Promise of Personality — And What We Lose Without the DJ
Todd Zwillich examines the role (and future) of the radio DJ
Business and Law
Tech Company Asks FCC to Allow Geo-Targeted Radio Programming
GeoBroadcast Solutions files petition based on its Zonecasting technology
Tech and Gear
Is Your Staff Prepared to Work from Home?
Nordjyske Media in Denmark outlines steps it's taking to ensure broadcasts continue in times...
Headlines
Coronavirus: We Talk With NAB’s Sam Matheny
Digital FM field test delayed; some stations face studio access issues
News Makers
“This Is What We Do. We Keep Stations on the Air No Matter What”
We asked consultant Gary Kline how operations are reacting to the coronavirus impact
Business and Law
U.S. Radio Operations Adjust to Coronavirus
Windscreens, audio codecs in demand as industry goes remote
Digital Radio
Pakistan Begins Digitization Process
Scheme will take place over the next five to seven years
Headlines
Coronavirus Cancellations Announced by Broadcasters
In response to concerns surrounding COVID-19, as well as recommendations from health organizations, radio...
Digital Radio
Hubbard Radio Backs Push for All-Digital Option on AM
The group that operates the only current all-digital station in the U.S. sees great...
Business and Law
FCC Bars Visitors from Facilities Due to Coronavirus
Office of Managing Director may grant special permission for those with operational necessity
Digital Radio
NPR Supports All-Digital on AM, With Caveats
Asks FCC to further address interference concerns and build in a subsequent review plan
Business and Law
A Note to Our Readers & Advertisers
Our editors explain what to look for from Radio World in the coming weeks
Programming and Sales
COVID-19 Response Toolkit Now Available From NAB
Downloadable PSAs and other resources intended to help broadcasters cover and react to coronavirus
NAB Show
NUG@NAB Radio Technology Forum Cancelled
The NUG decision was made after NAB announced its own plans related to the...
Digital Radio
Small-Market Owners Caution Against “AM Stereo Situation” With Digital
Group urges FCC to allow optional and reversible conversions to all-digital on AM
NAB Show
The NAB Show Is Off, at Least for April
National Association of Broadcasters says it is “reviewing options” in face of coronavirus, but...
Business and Law
O’Rielly Seeks Funding to Implement PIRATE Act
Commissioner wants Senate to factor new enforcement tools into FCC budget
NAB Show
What Radio Exhibitors at NAB Show Are Saying About Coronavirus
The April NAB Show has been indefinitely postponed as of March 11
Digital Radio
NAB Is All-In on All-Digital AM
Association voices strong support for allowing voluntary conversions
Digital Radio
A Look Inside Italy’s Digital Radio Rollout
Through smart investments and service efficiency, DAB Italia is rapidly expanding the nation’s digital...
Business and Law
Xperi Urges FCC to Allow All-Digital on AM
Cites audio quality, multicasting and metadata among the benefits
Business and Law
MMTC: Don’t Eviscerate EEO
But smaller broadcasters say the burden of current rule compliance is significant
Digital Radio
Germany: Space Available on First Private National DAB+ Network
National German Radio says platform could reach more than 67 million; welcomes foreign companies
Digital Radio
Is AM All-Digital Right for Your Station?
It could be if you are ready for the needed investment in time and...
NAB Show
NAB Exhibitor Viewpoint: Darrin Paley, Senior Sales Engineer, Western U.S.A. and Canada, Wheatstone
“The trend seems to boil down to ‘how to do more with less’”
Global
Brazil’s Marcos Pontes on Radio’s Future
Brazil's Minister of Science and Technology told DRM what he thinks about radio...
Tech and Gear
Tesla Offers Infotainment Upgrade That Removes Radio
Carmaker rolling out software that would enable video streaming — if consumers ditch AM/FM
Business and Law
FCC Suspends Travel to “Large Gatherings” in Coronavirus-Related Move
Limits access to FCC facilities from recent visitors to affected countries