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USA Touchpoints Data Proves Mood-Elevating Power Of Radio.

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Broadcasters have long believed that radio acts as a mood elevator, able to make people feel better, lift their spirit or provide comfort or relaxation after a rough day. Now new independent research confirms that notion. Among people listening to the radio, mood is more likely to be good and even more likely to be..
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After 25-Year Run, ‘Kris & Tony’ Team Set For A Split.

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The “Tony & Kris” morning show is coming to an end after a 25-year run, the last eight in syndication, with a final broadcast set for this Friday (May 26). Both hosts announced the decision to step away and pursue other interests in a pair of blog posts on the show’s website. “Most of you..
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DC’s Longtime Bluegrass Analog FM Put Out To Pasture.

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The banjos and fiddles will continue to ring out online and on HD Radio. But Washington, DC radio’s 50-year bluegrass tradition has lost its analog FM home. The Reston, VA-licensed translator W288BS at 105.5 FM that has supplemented Bluegrass Country’s WAMU-HD2 and online distribution will cease simulcasting on June 21. In a blog post, the..
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New Fox News Harassment Suits Are From Radio Net Employees.

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The list of discrimination and retaliation lawsuits filed against Fox News just grew by three. That brings the total number of claims from current and former employees against the cable news network to 23, with the latest involving employees from Fox News Radio. The New York employment law firm Wigdor, LLP, which represents all 23..
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IHeartLatino Bulks Up In Texas With New Austin Launch.

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The iHeartLatino platform expands as another Spanish hits outlet debuts in the Lone Star State. iHeartMedia Austin just launched “TU 103.1,” going commercial free with both Spanish- and English-language hits from Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Nicky Jam, Shakira, Maná and others. The new station airs on the Austin-licensed translator K276EL, fed by an HD Radio side..
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Steve Fisher, Former Entercom Exec, Earns Top CFO Award.

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Former Entercom Communications executive VP and chief financial officer, Steve Fisher, has been given the “Distinguished CFO Award” from the Media Financial Management Association (MFM). Fisher received the award, which recognizes a CFO who has made outstanding contributions to the media industry, at Media Finance Focus 2017 in Orlando. “Entercom has grown dramatically over the..
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Pirate Radio Is A Costly, Overlooked Problem—And It’s Thriving.

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In some markets in America, pirate radio stations swarm the airwaves, delivering 150-watt stings to licensed operators. While they may not bring down a station, they do result in a rash of interference complaints from broadcasters to the Federal Communications Commission. The Enforcement Bureau estimates 20% of its personnel’s activities are related to combating pirate..
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RAB: Top Media Buyers See Radio As Ad Biz’s ‘Hidden Jewel’.

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Curious about how top media buyers perceive radio? The Radio Advertising Bureau offers first-person commentary from agency executives in the organization’s “Q Report Video.” It specifically talks about how creatives use radio in the RAB’s home base of Dallas—and why it is essential to their media mix. RAB President and CEO Erica Farber pointed out..
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FCC Deregulatory Bent Could Ease More Rules For Radio.

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Two separate proceedings with a common underlying thread emerged from the Federal Communication Commission’s monthly meeting on Thursday. Under its new Republican majority the agency continues to shift toward a deregulatory posture, and broadcasters looking to get out from some cumbersome rules are poised to emerge as benefactors. FCC chief Ajit Pai said he learned..
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KPNT Cancels ‘Pointfest’ With Passing Of Chris Cornell.

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The sudden death of Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell has forced Emmis Communications modern rock “105.7 The Point” KPNT St. Louis, MO to cancel their annual “Pointfest” concert. Soundgarden had been scheduled to headline this weekend’s event. “It is with deep regret, we are announcing that due to the sudden passing of Chris Cornell of Soundgarden..
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