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Steve O’Donnell: Goal Is NASCAR Becoming a Network “Must-Have” Property

"Right now I'd say, we're a nice to have sport. When you look at networks and everything, not a must have."

Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Political Ad Spending Outpacing Past Records, New AdImpact Data Shows

$449.7 million alone was spent in June, according to AdImpact.

2026 Political Advertising to Reach Record $11.6 Billion, AdImpact Forecast Shows

The revised estimate would make the cycle the most expensive on record and represents a 4% increase compared to the 2024 presidential election.

2026 Midterm Political Advertising Outpacing 2022 By 47% as California Governor Race Balloons

Tom Steyer has spent the considerable bulk of the political advertising.

2026 Midterm Political Advertising Outpacing 2022, New AdImpact Data Shows

California is primed to exceed the previous record of the most expensive governor's race on record.

BIA Advisory Services Ups 2026 Local Advertising Forecast to $185 Billion

“Stronger spending from higher-income households is supporting discretionary categories like travel, leisure, and automotive, while value-oriented spending is shaping demand in retail, restaurants, and essential services.”

Political Advertising for 2026 Midterm Elections $1 Billion Ahead of Last Cycle, AdImpact Dat Shows

Radio, however, has received just 2% of the political advertising dollars so far this cycle.

Why Radio Must Reclaim Political Advertising Before It’s Too Late

Collectively, we need to do a better job explaining what makes our medium appealing to politicians and their ad buyers.

Political Advertising For 2026 Election Cycle Already Past $1 Billion, AdImpact Data Shows

Digital advertising has received the largest share of any medium thus far.

Political Advertising Already Surpasses $1 Billion for 2026 Cycle, AdImpact Data Shows

More than $460 million has been earmarked for races this year, and an additional $605 million expected to be spent on 2026 elections.

Big Beautiful Bill Helping Political Advertising Surge in Off-Year

In total, $721 million has been spent in political advertising during the first six months of 2025.

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Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Danny Parkins: Luke Kuechly A “Unique” Hire For Netflix NFL Broadcasts

"People said he aced the audition. I can't wait to watch him."