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VuHaus Powered By Public Radio

After receiving initial support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the video platform and mobile app VuHaus launched last month. VuHaus works with music-intensive public radio stations to build a video service so audiences can view artist interviews, in-studio performances, and live concerts, all curated on one app and website. VuHaus President Erik Langner (pictured) spoke with Radio Ink about the new public radio service and its plans for the future. Continue reading...

NAB Supports Drone Safety Act

Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Chuck Schumer introduced the Consumer Drone Safety Act on Thursday. NAB EVP of Communications Dennis Wharton said the NAB strongly supports the legislation. "It strikes the right balance by imposing meaningful guidelines on recreational use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles."

Beasley Honored With National Radio Award

Beasley Broadcast Group Chairman/CEO/founder George Beasley will receive the National Radio Award during the Radio Luncheon on September 30 at the 2015 Radio Show in Atlanta. NAB Executive Vice President of Radio John David said: "George Beasley's entrepreneurial spirit and passion for our business have made a very positive and lasting impact on all of radio. The NAB is proud to recognize a true family broadcaster for a remarkable and honorable legacy in broadcasting."

Catch The Replay Of Our Webinar For Managers

Radio Ink's audio webinar called "How to Overcome Radio's Biggest Challenges. A Manager's Perspective" is now available to listen to any time on any device. Our specials guests (L-R) Connoisseur Media's Kristin Okesson, Saga's Jeff Delvaux and HeartMedia's Linda Byrd did an excellent job sharing their secrets and tips on how to be a great leader in radio. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

Kitchin Steps in as CEO of The Blaze

Betsy Morgan resigned after four years as CEO of Glenn Becks company. Kitchin, who has been the company's Chief Revenue Officer since it was founded in 2010 confirmed to Radio Ink last night that he has stepped in as interim CEO

My Cool Inventions Partners With HSN

ATRN-syndicated My Cool Inventions, with hosts Akos Jankura and John Cremeans, has entered into a national television partnership with HSN. To mark the partnership, the radio show is now having a monthly contest, where affiliates who air it will now have a chance to win $5,000 if the affiliate station produces an inventor who appears on HSN with their radio show-winning product.

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WW SALUTE YOU RADIO WAYNE

Every year at the Radio Show, hosted by the RAB and NAB, Radio Ink Publisher Eric Rhoads pays tribute to Radio Wayne Cornils by discussing the tremendously positive impact he had on so many people and by awarding the over-achievers in our industry the awards created in his name. Nominations are now open for the 2015 Radio Wayne Awards which will be presented at the 2015 Radio Show being held this year in Atlanta, September 30 to October 2. Make your nominations HERE and take a look at the 2014 Radio Wayne winners HERE.

(SALES) Stop Losing Your Best People?

(By Jeff Schmidt) "Can I run something by you?" Ted asked. He and I worked together for several years. He's a successful seller in an industry he loves. He'd survived the high turnover and was one of two senior sellers, and he called because he was considering leaving the company.

(SALES) Your Prospect Says "No" Part 2

(By Wayne Ens) In my last blog, I said you would probably rather endure a root canal than hear your prospect say, "We like your presentation but" But understanding why a prospect says no is one of the most valuable steps towards yes in your entire sales process. In this blog post, we'll explore the first five of 10 things you can do after your client says no, not counting taking hostages until they say yes.

(TALENT) Rooted Or Stuck?

(By Ronald Robinson) For years, my focus has been to cajole, trick, invite, browbeat, or otherwise drag radio into a position where the people involved in on-air and commercial presentations can take their work to a whole new, more effective level. There have been a few roadblocks. They come in the form of ownership refusing to learn and to take any action at all.

AudioHQ Partners With Slacker, Launches Ad Network

AudioHQ has launched an "in home" targeted audio ad network, partnering with Slacker Radio upon launch. The network will be comprised of audio advertising inventory served exclusively on connected electronic devices. Slacker will be providing AudioHQ with exclusive access to its audio ad inventory across their connected home line-up. AudioHQ will soon announce additional inventory partnerships for its network.

Duran Named Broadcaster Of The Year

The Board of Directors of the New York State Broadcasters Association announced that Elvis Duran has been named its 2015 Broadcaster of the Year. Duran will be honored at the Annual "Excellence in Broadcasting" awards dinner on June 22 in New York City. Duran, currently broadcasting from WHTZ/New York and syndicated in nearly 80 markets, has been in radio for 30 years.

Williams Named New Yorker Of The Year

The New York State Broadcasters Association also announced Wendy Williams as its 2015 New Yorker of the Year. Williams will also be honored at the awards dinner on June 22 in New York City. Now known for her syndicated television show, Williams previously had a successful 23-year career in New York radio.

Jim Lawson Is Mile-High For iHM

iHeartMedia announced that Jim Lawson has been named senior vice president of programming for the Denver market. Lawson most recently served as SVP of programming for iHM's Colorado clusters in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Ft. Collins, as well as iHM's Hispanic brand manager. He has been with iHM/Clear Channel since 2001, after nearly seven years with Clear Channel predecessor, AMFM. Lawson replaces Greg Foster, who was promoted in May.

The Real Don Steele Returns

The voice of the late, great, iconic rock & roll DJ The Real Don Steele is returning to radio. In 1987, Steele collaborated with M.G. Kelly on the syndicated program Live From The '60s. The three-hour oldies program was heard on over 200 radio stations. Kelly, along with Steele's wife Shaune, have digitized the original masters and are relaunching Live From The '60s with The Real Don Steele, distributed by M.G. Kelly Productions.

West Palm Beach Station Airing LGBT Talk Show

South Florida newspaper the Sun-Sentinel looks at WBZT/West Palm Beach show Get Out! South Florida, a weekly program targeting the LGBT communities. Hosts Tom Hantzarides and Kendall Rumsey feel their program is sort of a "gay Today show, where we inform and we entertain." The hosts are hoping to expand their hourly show to a multi-hour one.

Fred Jacobs To Present At Conclave 40

Jacobs Media President Fred Jacobs will present highlights from his company's Techsurvey 11 at next month's Conclave Learning Conference 40 during his presentation What Your Audience is Doing When They're Not Listening To You. Jacobs will reveal data on what listeners are doing on social media, while they continue to use traditional radio. He will present the key points that stations can use to optimize their brand and digital strategies.

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OUR MIW ISSUE IS COMING MONDAY

On June 22, in addition to the newly named "100 Most Influential Women in Radio" list Radio Ink Magazine will reveal, we also have a cover story interview with Neuhoff Communications CEO Beth Neuhoff. Neuhoff is a rising star in the radio industry, and on our cover we've dubbed her Radio's Queen of Fun," for the way she runs her company and her thoughts on the radio industry. If you are not a subscriber to Radio Ink you will not have an opportunity to read what Neuhoff has to say and that would be a bummer for you. Get your own subscription to Radio Ink Magazine, downloaded directly to your device for only $49, HERE.

SEND US YOUR CLASSIC PHOTOS

Thanks to Charlie Tuna for sending us this classic when he received a studio visit from Henry "The Fonz" Winkler. Happy Days was taped next to the KHJ studios back in 1977 which is where Charlie did his morning show at the time. Send your classic photos to edryantheeditor@gmail.com

(SALES) Regional Banks and Credit Unions

(By Paul Weyland) A bank manager in the Midwest recently told me she stopped advertising on radio because she had run out of ideas for commercials. All of her recent efforts had revolved around jokes but she hadn't heard any good jokes lately so she quit advertising. I'm not kidding. She was terrible about communicating the great things she does for people every single day.

(SALES) Become A Scheduling Expert

(By Spike Santee) In radio sales, increasing your knowledge is the most effective way to begin adding value because the added value is unique to you. Companies can duplicate products and manufacturing processes, but it is very difficult to duplicate the individual who adds their own unique value to the transaction.

(SALES) Your Prospect Says "No"...Now What?

(By Wayne Ens) After putting all of your effort and creativity into a presentation, you would probably rather endure a root canal than hear your prospect say, "We like your presentation but..." But understanding why a prospect says "no" is one of the most valuable steps towards "yes" in your entire sales process.

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