Headlines
State of Media Sales: Radio Tops Profitability, Hiring Still a Struggle
Radio remains the most profitable product for media companies, according to SalesFuel’s 2025 State of Media Sales with BIA Advisory Services, but the report warns of headwinds as sales teams grapple with hiring struggles, advertiser churn, and shrinking budgets.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr 'Very Open to the Idea' of Revoking Broadcast Licenses
FCC Chair Brendan Carr has been unafraid of ruffling feathers since assuming the position with the commission. He’s now turning his attention to the licenses held by broadcasters.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Paramount Mulls Next Move After Warner Bros Discovery Rejects Second Bid
Paramount Skydance is mulling its next move after having its acquisition offer for Warner Bros. Discovery rebuffed for a second time in a span of days.
Television
Football Boosts Broadcast TV In September, Says Nielsen
Broadcast viewership came “roaring back” in September, says Nielsen, as football drove an “unprecedented” monthly spike in watch-time for the category, the ratings company’s latest release of The Gauge shares.
Radio
Tuning Into Wellness: Why Radio Still Matters in Healthcare
Radio reaches eight in ten adults who see a doctor regularly for check-ups. And radio listeners are good patients.
Katz Says Radio Still Has A Holiday Season Edge.
Holiday 2025 retail forecasts may be all over the map — with predictions ranging from Bain’s 4% growth to PwC’s 5% decline — but one thing remains clear: radio remains a key driver of consumer action during the most competitive shopping season of the year.
Media
New Survey Reveals Public Concern Over AI’s Impact On Journalism And Trust In News
NAB CEO Curtis LeGeyt: “This data reflects a real and growing concern among Americans that AI could erode the integrity of journalism and undermine the trusted connection between broadcasters and the communities we serve.”
