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News•Mar 1, 2026
Xperi’s DTS AutoStage Portal Grows Again With 52 New Markets
Xperi has expanded its DTS AutoStage Broadcaster Portal by adding 52 U.S. markets, marking the second growth phase since November. The platform now reaches roughly 14 million vehicles and incorporates data from over 3,000 additional stations, representing 162,000 new in‑vehicle listeners. By delivering near‑real‑time audience analytics, Xperi gives radio broadcasters measurement capabilities that were previously limited to streaming services. The rollout targets smaller and mid‑sized markets that historically lacked granular listener insights.
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 27, 2026
USAGM Pushes Deferred Resignations as Court Decision Nears
The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) has opened a Deferred Resignation Program, giving staff a chance to leave voluntarily as a federal court prepares to rule on CEO Kari Lake’s authority to slash the agency’s workforce. Over the past year,...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 27, 2026
Buffalo Public Radio Signal To Go Commercial Due To Federal Cuts
Buffalo Toronto Public Media (BTPM) will convert its 94.5 FM frequency from a non‑commercial classical format to a commercial news‑and‑music station after a $2.2 million federal funding cut. NPR programming, including Morning Edition and All Things Considered, will shift to 88.7 FM, along...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 27, 2026
Mega Moves to 99.3 as Sunny 104.3 Lights Up in Phoenix
Sierra H Multimedia announced the launch of Sunny 104.3 (KAJM), a Soft Adult Contemporary station, marking its third property in the Phoenix market. To accommodate the new frequency, the existing Mega 104.3 format will move to 99.3 FM while retaining its on‑air talent...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 27, 2026
Sean Spicer Heads to NYC Radio With ‘Full Court Press’ on WABC
Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer is launching a new Sunday‑morning talk show, “Full Court Press,” on New York’s 77 WABC. The program joins a weekend lineup that recently added former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Spicer will cover national politics, current events,...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 27, 2026
The Art of the Sticky Guest
Radio shows can turn mediocre guest segments into sticky, high‑engagement content by rethinking format and storytelling. The article outlines a seven‑step framework—building anticipation, teasing emotion, starting with a hook, cutting industry talk, prompting personal stories, adding a signature rapid‑fire close,...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
SiriusXM Targets $1.25 Billion Debt Extension From 2026 to 2032
SiriusXM announced a tender offer to retire its $1.25 billion 3.125% senior notes due 2026 and replace them with new bonds maturing in 2032. The replacement notes carry a 5.875% coupon, raising the company’s cost of debt but extending the repayment...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
CMB Seeks Nominations for 2026 Christian Radio Mentoring Class
Christian Music Broadcasters (CMB) is opening nominations for its 2026‑2027 Leadership Mentoring cohort, a seven‑month program limited to 18 participants. The initiative targets current and emerging leaders across Christian radio, including on‑air talent, fundraisers, marketers, and technical staff. Led by...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
Ron Corning and Miranda Suarez to Host KERA’s ‘NTX Now’
KERA, North Texas’ public radio station, will launch NTX Now, a live weekday morning talk show debuting this summer. The one‑hour program is co‑hosted by veteran TV journalist Ron Corning and KERA reporter Miranda Suarez, focusing on civic life and community...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
SiriusXM Revs Up Full-Season IndyCar Coverage for 2026
SiriusXM will broadcast every IndyCar race, practice and qualifying session for the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series on its IndyCar Nation channel, covering all 18 events starting March 1 in St. Peterburg. The satellite‑radio service will also continue weekly shows like Brick‑by‑Brick with...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
The SoCal Sound Licenses to Consolidate Under CSUN Ownership
California State University, Northridge (CSUN) will assume ownership of KSBR’s FCC license, consolidating it with KCSN’s under the CSUN University Corporation, pending FCC approval. The move formalizes a simulcast partnership that began in 2017, covering Orange and Los Angeles counties, while...
By Radio Ink
Deals•Feb 26, 2026
SiriusXM Launches $1.25 B Debt Tender Offer to Extend 2026 Notes to 2032
SiriusXM Holdings Inc. announced a tender offer to redeem its 3.125% senior notes due 2026, targeting $1.25 billion of principal. The company will issue new notes due 2032 at a 5.875% coupon, using proceeds and cash on hand to fund the...
Radio Ink
News•Feb 25, 2026
Mayra Berenice Joins Lotus’ 980 La Mera Mera for Afternoon Drive
Mayra Berenice has been hired to host the afternoon drive slot on Lotus Communications' 980 La Mera Mera in Los Angeles. The move is part of Lotus's broader effort to staff every major daypart with live, local on‑air talent. The station also added...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 25, 2026
Jim Lyke Back at SBS for a Breath of Fresh AIRE
Jim Lyke re‑joins Spanish Broadcasting System as Executive Vice President of Network Radio and National Digital Sales for AIRE Radio Networks, co‑leading the division with EVP Carolina Patiño. Lyke previously left SBS in March 2025 for Nueva Network and has...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 25, 2026
AdApt Enhances AI-Driven Media Sales Platform With BIA Data
AdApt Media Sales has entered a strategic partnership with BIA Advisory Services to embed BIA’s local market revenue forecasts and category analysis into its AI‑enabled sales platform. The integration will give broadcasters and other local media organizations access to market‑level...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 25, 2026
IHeart Adds Flag Football to Emerging Sports Partner Portfolio
iHeartMedia has been named the official media partner of the International Flag League (iFlag), the world’s largest flag football tournament operator. The partnership will use iHeart’s AM/FM radio stations, podcasts and digital platforms to promote youth competitions, athlete stories and...
By Radio Ink