Radio
Perception Vs. Reality: Eight Things Brands Get Wrong About AM/FM Radio
Ad industry perceptions of media audiences are often completely opposite reality. Duncan Stewart, Director of Research, Technology, Media & Telecommunications at Deloitte, puts it best: “Why do people think that nobody listens to radio anymore? Because there is a narrative that new media kills old media, so nobody bothers to look at evidence that doesn’t fit the narrative.” By Pierre Bouvard
HOT 97 Brings the Hottest Voices in Hip Hop On-Air All Day, Every Day
MediaCo Holding Inc.’s HOT 97, the globally recognized home of Hip Hop culture and music, proudly announces its powerhouse weekday lineup, keeping listeners locked in all day, every day with their favorite voices and DJs.
After GOP Gains, Democrats Reinvesting in Spanish Radio
Following a historic Republican showing among Latino voters in the 2024 presidential election, Democrats appear to be turning to one of the most trusted media sources in the Hispanic community to regain lost ground: Spanish-language radio.
Brian Fisher Elevated to Chief Revenue Officer at MediaCo
MediaCo Holding Inc.announced the promotion of Brian Fisher to Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this role, Fisher will lead revenue-generating functions across the portfolio, including national and local sales for linear, audio, events, and digital.
Automotive “Share Of Ear”: Across Auto Brands, AM/FM Radio Represents 56% Of All In-Car Tuning And A Whopping 85% Share Of In-Car Ad-Supported Audio
Edison Research’s quarterly “Share of Ear” study is the authoritative examination of time spent with audio in America. Over the last eleven years, Edison Research has surveyed 4,000 Americans annually to measure daily reach and time spent for all forms of audio.
Crowd React Media Releases Second Annual State of Spanish-Language Media 2025 [REPORT]
Now in its second year, the State of Spanish-Language Media report reveals how U.S. Hispanic audiences are engaging with media in 2025 and how they’re leading the way. Drawing from a nationally representative sample of Spanish-dominant and bilingual Hispanic adults, the study highlights how cultural identity, platform loyalty, and content preferences are shaping the media landscape across radio, TV, podcasts, streaming, and digital.
TelevisaUnivision Appoints John Farrell as Head of Partnerships
TelevisaUnivision announced the appointment of John Farrell as Head of Partnerships, a newly created role that unifies the company’s global content distribution, platform relationships, corporate development, and international growth initiatives. Reporting to TelevisaUnivision CEO Daniel Alegre, Farrell will lead the company’s end-to-end distribution strategy across linear, digital, streaming, and emerging platforms to deepen strategic partnerships, drive revenue growth, and expand the company’s global footprint.
Radio’s Not Dying. It’s Just Forgotten How to Brag.
Radio didn’t die. It just got embarrassed. Embarrassed that it wasn’t TikTok. Embarrassed that it didn’t come with dashboards, lookalike audiences, or shiny programmatic buzzwords. Embarrassed that it was… well, radio. So it started apologizing. Apologizing for not being digital. Apologizing for not being social. Apologizing for still being, inconveniently, human-powered and effective. That stops now. By James Roman - Chief Growth Officer & Founder | Full-Funnel Strategy, Bold Media, and Growth That Sticks
MEGA 97.9FM NEW YORK AMONG THE TOP 10 MOST LISTENED-TO RADIO STATIONS IN THE U.S.
Mega 97.9FM (WSKQ-FM), the flagship Spanish-language station of Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) in New York, has been recognized in the latest Inside Radio report as one of the Top 10 radio stations with the highest cumulative audience (cume) across the United States, according to Nielsen data for Fall 2024 and Winter 2024-25.
For Alex López Negrete, It All Started With Radio
For more than four decades, Alex López Negrete, Co-Founder and CEO of López Negrete Communications, has been a driving force in multicultural marketing. He is also a passionate advocate for the power of radio.
¡Buenos Días, USA! AIRE Radio Networks Announces the Syndication of El Show de Raúl Brindis
El Show de Raúl Brindis has set the standard for a hit Spanish-language morning radio—and now, with national syndication through AIRE, Brindis’ voice is ready to connect and inspire U.S. Hispanics from across the nation.
Radio Fills the Engagement Gap Across Demos
Current advertisers not using radio are willingly leaving consumers on the table - but they don't have to. Radio offers brands new opportunities for connecting with under-engaged media consumers, those that have little to no meaningful interaction with internet and TV and are therefore likely missed by ad campaigns. Katz's new analysis of national Nielsen Scarborough data explores radio engagement among these overlooked consumers in the bottom two usage quintiles for internet and TV.
Hispanic Radio’s Best Celebrated With 2025 Medallas de Cortez
Radio Ink celebrated the best in Hispanic radio Wednesday evening as the 2025 Medallas de Cortez award winners were officially announced from a tough, competitive field during a special ceremony at the Hispanic Radio Conference in Houston.
Bustos Media acquires Radio Caliente 97.9 FM in Milwaukee
Bustos Media of Wisconsin, LLC announced the purchase of Radio Caliente 97.9 FM, formerly WJTI and now W250BN (97.9), from El Sol Broadcasting, pending FCC approval.
MediaCo Breaks from the Competition and Reports Robust April-May Television and Radio Audience Growth in 2Q25
MediaCo announced significant audience growth across its television and radio platforms second quarter-to-date, underscoring its commitment to delivering culturally resonant entertainment, music and news content to Hispanic and Black audiences.
TelevisaUnivision Announces Leadership Transition in U.S. Advertising Sales
TelevisaUnivision announced that Donna Speciale will step down from her role as President of U.S. Advertising Sales and Marketing. Tim Natividad has been appointed as her successor and will assume the role effective June 9. Speciale will remain with the company during a transition period to ensure continuity.
SBS set to takeoff in Tampa with WSUN-FM Legendary #1 Morning Show launching on WSUN-FM “EL NUEVO ZOL 97.1”
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS), the largest Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment company in the United States, announced the launch of the NEW NANDY & CRISTY morning show on WSUN-FM, El Nuevo Zol 97.1 FM in Tampa, Florida. Debuting on Monday, June 2nd, Tampa’s dynamic duo will be anchoring the 6 to 10am drive-slot, with global access also available via live video streaming on SBS’s La Musica app.
SBS DEBUTS “LA LEY 92.1” ON RECENTLY ACQUIRED KROI-FM IN HOUSTON AND SOARS TO TOP 4 GENERAL MARKET RANKING – – – KROI Also Ranked #1 Mornings and Afternoons Among Hispanic Listeners in Less than 90 Days
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS), the largest Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment company in the United States, today announced that KROI-FM, (La Ley 92.1) in Houston has rapidly ascended to the #4 position in the ratings of the nation’s sixth-largest radio market. In addition, the station is now ranked #1 among 25-54, 18-49 and 18+ Hispanics in morning drive, and #1 among 25-54 and 18+ Hispanics in the afternoon drive, according to the Nielsen March survey. This marks another major milestone in SBS’s history of developing, launching and establishing winning Hispanic radio formats that consistently attract market-leading audiences in the nation’s top media markets.
MediaCo elevates Key Executives to Propel Multicultural Growth Strategy Across Audio and Video Platforms
MediaCo announced key senior leadership appointments aimed at accelerating strategic growth and innovation. Brian Fisher has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Video Sales, Danny Lowry has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Audio Sales, and Luis Fernández-Rocha has been appointed Senior Vice President of Local Video Sales. These executive appointments underscore MediaCo’s commitment to expanding its market presence and delivering enhanced value to its partners and audiences.
