Tag: Dr. Ed Cohen
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How Nielsen Measures PPM Response Rate Panels and Why It Matters for Radio Ratings
Last week, this column covered the concept of response rates for Nielsen radio ratings and how to understand them in the context of the...
Understanding Nielsen Audio’s Response Rate And Why It Matters for Your Radio Station
It’s been a while since I tried to explain a part of the Nielsen Audio system that you may not know much about. So...
As Advertisers Chase Video Podcasts, Radio’s Best Bet Is Still Local
The medium needs to get in the face of advertisers. But the venues may be wrong.
Is Christian Radio About to Rise?
Commercial or non-commercial, local or national, the research says God is doing better these days, and that suggests that contemporary Christian ratings could be heavenly.
How Worried Should NPR Be About the Future?
I won’t take sides on the federal support for public broadcasting question, but perhaps public radio needs to consider some new approaches.
What Should the Future of the Media Rating Council Actually Look Like?
“Trust” and “credibility” are tough when the systems are so complicated and so many dollars are at stake.
Solutions to Help Nielsen Improve Radio Ratings in 2025
The plan is to take Nielsen out of the buy/sell process beyond supplying data.
Why Nielsen Rules for Digital Advertising Impressions Need a Refresher
It’s been 15 years since the PPM rollout was completed to the 48 metros which caused even more twists and turns with respect to the rules, none of which make a PD’s job easier.
How Impactful is Voice of America on the Global Radio Stage?
I did my best to determine how USAGM asks their questions, and it wasn’t easy.
Is Nielsen Standing in the Way of Better Radio Ratings?
Why don’t we have this kind of competition in the audio measurement field?