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The Industry According To: Leigh Jacobs, NuVoodoo

"Stations MUST work to build cume all the time."

Is the Netflix Dream Hurting What Made Podcasting Great?

The math is simple. The appeal is obvious. But the long-term implications? Those are murkier than most people want to admit.

Approaching The Summit: Paul Mason, 104.5 The Zone

"It's one of those things when Jason [Barrett] first put it on my radar that I'm going to definitely carve out time for this."

The Community Connection Sports Has, but Sports Radio Often Doesn’t

"Why is it that teams and leagues can find time for simple acknowledgment, but the connective tissue of sports radio that ties fans to teams cannot?"

The Two Nielsen Numbers That Should Be Running Radio (But Aren’t)

Both metrics have value, and it's easy to see why they can cause sleepless nights — or even celebrations at the pub.

Cumulus Lawsuit Against Nielsen Due to Bankruptcy Filing

U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas issued the order Wednesday, ruling that the case must be paused under federal bankruptcy law.

Urban One Sees 20% Revenue Decline During 2025

"We had a tough fourth quarter due to a combination of non-recurring political advertising, soft radio markets and declining audience delivery in our cable television business."

Saga Communications Reports 5% Revenue Decline in 2025

During the year, Saga saw an operating loss of $11 million, which contrasts with the operating income of $2.4 million in 2024.

Are Radio Leaders in Tune with What Actually Matters to Employees?

I think there's a giant disconnect between what radio leaders think employees want and what they actually value.

Salem Media Reports 10% Revenue Decline During 2025

"Spot advertising revenue has been declining in the industry due to reduced time spent listening, particularly on AM radio stations."

84% of Americans Listen to AM/FM Radio Weekly, New FMR/Eastlan Data Shows

Of the 84% listening to AM/FM radio weekly, two-thirds said they did it with a terrestrial radio signal.

What Message is News/Talk Radio Sending to Advertisers and the Community With Subpar Websites?

Advertisers are always looking for a reason to say no. Listeners are always looking for a reason to tune out. A neglected website hands them both reasons before a single word of content is ever consumed.

AM/FM Radio Reaches New In-Car Usage Highs, Edison Research Data Shows

Of all ad-supported in-car listening, 83% is spent with AM/FM radio.

Stop Blaming Cumulus Media — Wall Street Made This Mess

The future of radio is in our hands. We didn't create this predicament, but we do have the opportunity to build that future.

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Is the Netflix Dream Hurting What Made Podcasting Great?

The math is simple. The appeal is obvious. But the long-term implications? Those are murkier than most people want to admit.

Approaching The Summit: Paul Mason, 104.5 The Zone

"It's one of those things when Jason [Barrett] first put it on my radar that I'm going to definitely carve out time for this."

The Community Connection Sports Has, but Sports Radio Often Doesn’t

"Why is it that teams and leagues can find time for simple acknowledgment, but the connective tissue of sports radio that ties fans to teams cannot?"

The Future of AM Radio Depends on Reinvention, Not Nostalgia

"AM radio may never return to its former dominance. But its survival will depend on becoming more local, more authentic, and more creatively connected to the digital habits of modern consumers."