The day that radio was killed

Technology didn't kill radio. Satellite radio didn't kill terrestrial radio. But as of today radio stands a very good chance of becoming an ever increasing wasteland to the point that we will see a massive shift away from radio stations ... continue

Could radio and newspapers save each other?

There is no denying the fact that both terrestrial radio (and probably satellite as well) and the newspaper industry are facing some dire times as they try to find their way in this new ... continue

New Internet Radio fees will kill innovation

A new internet radio licensing agreement that is being hailed as a victory of sorts for providers such as Pandora will kill innovation and smaller providers. While the compromise on fees is welcomed, the devil is always in ... continue

New Clear Channel layoffs: 590 workers cut

US radio giant Clear Channel Communications has announced a new round of layoffs, with 590 workers in its radio division to be cut. The new layoffs, which follow a round of 1,850 in January, will include employees in ... continue

Tom Joyner Morning Show Cancelled, But Not Gone

The syndicated "Tom Joyner Morning Show" is being taken off the air at V103, Chicago's WVAZ-FM 102.7, the station has announced. It will be replaced with "The Steve Harvey Morning Show" starting next week. Tom Joyner Fired Tom Joyner's ... continue

If you’re going to argue in a radio station, best turn off the microphones

Listeners of Des Moines sports radio station KXNO Friday heard an argument between broadcasters Marty Tirrell and Larry Cotlar that included the use of the word f*ck 12 times. According to The Huffington Post, the argument took place ... continue

Radio legend Paul Harvey dies aged 90

Radio legend Paul Harvey has died at the age of 90. Paul Harvey was a long standing American radio broadcaster for the ABC Radio Network. He broadcasted News and Comment on weekday mornings and mid-days, and at noon ... continue

Sirius XM may declare Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Satellite radio operator Sirius XM is considering filling for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company, the result of a merger between previously rival operators Sirius and XM in July 2008, has $300 million in debt due next week. The New ... continue

Clear Channel Cuts 1,850 Jobs

After days of speculation, America's largest radio station owner Clear Channel has announced 1,850 jobs will go, or 9% of its total workforce. The cuts will be made company wide, including radio, outdoor advertising and corporate offices. Chief Executive ... continue

NPR job cuts: 85 positions to go

National Public Radio (NPR) has announced that it will lay off 7% of its workforce and cut expenses due to broader economic climate. A total of 64 filled positions have been eliminated and 21 open positions not filled ... continue

In a polarized society, will moderate viewpoints die?

The term red states, blue states introduced America and the world to the notion of a polarized society, one that rallies around what makes us different over the common ground. Polarization in politics isn't new, but today ... continue

Television will be the first traditional media medium to fall

The move away from traditional, or mainstream media is currently accelerating as more and more people switch to the internet for their information and entertainment. Sales of newspapers are declining, radio advertising is down, and television viewers ... continue