Andy Meadows
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Far too many radio groups have labeled one individual within the operation as their ‘AI person’ responsible for utilizing the latest greatest AI tools. That’s great for the growth of that individual, provided they understand their value, but terrible for the operation overall because it holds back the growth of the entire group. Here are some thoughts on fixing that.
Click the Jobs tab to browse openings or submit a job for free! You can also email your job listing to jobs@radioupdate.com. Here are a few current job openings this week across departments: Director of Operations Jacksonville, Florida, Market President Sierra Vista, Arizona, Director of Sales Grand Junction, Colorado and more!
Here are a few of the songs we’re watching this week. Scroll down to hear the full songs. Beyonce "Morning Dew" Top 40/Rhythmic, Ken Carson "deaf note" Rhythmic/Urban, Rico Nasty "You Can't Run From Me" Rock/Alternative, Riley Green "Go Again" Country, Charley Crockett "The Hallelujah Trail" Alt Country, Tiffany Hudson "The Lord Is Here" Contemporary Christian & Religious.
Out of this week's data here are a few of the songs that topped those lists nationally in the US and Canada along with a few random specific markets. Chicago, Illinois, Rock/Alternative: Tame Impala "Dracula."
Yes, we might complain or crack jokes about it, but radio employees are some of the hardest working people in the world. Here’s why.
Click the Jobs tab to browse openings or submit a job for free! You can also email your job listing to jobs@radioupdate.com. Here are a few current job openings this week across departments: Morning Co-Host Raleigh, North Carolina, Well Rounded Radio Employees Rapid City, South Dakota, Operations Manager & Morning Host Ord, Nebraska and more!
Here are a few of the songs we’re watching this week. Scroll down to hear the full songs. Gracie Abrams "Look at My Life" Hot AC/Top 40, Rod Wave "Piece of Your Love" Rhythmic/Urban, Sombr "My Body Isn't Ready" Alternative/Top 40, Ice Nine Kills "Play Dead" Rock/Metal, Kelsea Ballerini & Marshmello "Another Drink" Country, Turnpike Troubadours & Sierra Hull "Feelin' Good Again" Alt Country and more!
Out of this week's data here are a few of the songs that topped those lists nationally in the US and Canada along with a few random specific markets. Canada, Urban/R&B: Drake "Janice STFU".
After a big round of layoffs last October, iHeart had possibly the roughest week for the debt-saddled group since 2020. Throughout the week, multiple outlets have reported on another large round of cuts across iHeart focused mainly on the programming side. Some markets saw the entirety of their remaining on-air staffs eliminated.
In my experience far less than half of the radio broadcasters I come in contact with are podcasting on a regular basis. For those who are still resistant to jump on board, here are five reasons why every radio broadcaster should be podcasting.
