Podcast listenership is growing. But … faster, faster! That seems to be the impetus behind the #trypod movement, which admonishes listeners to publicize their favorite shows. Continue Reading
The RAIN Online Audio Advertising Summit at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York this week featured 22 speakers in a streamlined four-hour morning conference. Audio buyers from New York ad agencies shared the audience space with audio publishers, podcast networks, and tech companies. All the speakers contributed high-level thought leadership. We gathered just a few quotes of interest during the event. Continue Reading
Digital media veteran Kavi Halemane has joined iHeartRadio as GM/Digital Programming, iHeart announced. He is positioned in the product team, reporting to Chief Product Officer Chris Williams. The appointment starts immediately. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s Future of Radio is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Automation practices at Carolina Classic Hits. Royal National Institute of Blind People and its efforts for digital audio accessibility. Some dubious reporting about Spotify’s popularity in Ireland. Much more. Continue Reading
We are delighted to share news sent to us from iHeartMedia: Steve Keller, CEO of iV, has been awarded the iHeartMedia Scholarship for Leadership in Audio Innovation, a program conducted with the Berlin School of Creative Leadership. RAIN News readers have a chance to meet Steve Keller next Tuesday at RAIN Online Audio Advertising Summit, where Keller is showing his work. Continue Reading
One day before RAIN’s Online Audio Advertising Summit, celebrity podcaster Payne Lindsey, Fresh from appearances on Good Morning America and Nightline, the creator and host of Up and Vanished will join the “Podcast Advertising 360” panel. The four-hour morning event features over 20 speakers and exceptional networking. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s Future of Radio is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Radio regulatory changes on the horizon in UK. The launch of the world’s first voice-controlled hybrid radio for cars. Also a DRM car radio in India, and much more. Continue Reading
New Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Ajit Pai advocated for “activated” FM chips in smartphones, but said the FCC would not mandate that technology advance. Why not? And why don’t phone makers activate those chips in the first place? Analysis. Continue Reading
RAIN’s Online Audio Advertising Summit will feature industry influencers to discuss the unique values and benefits of online audio advertising. The event, February 28 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York, will have a twin focus on streaming music and podcasting. Click through for the full agenda. Continue Reading
Amazon has hired Alex Luke to join its music team as global head of programming and content strategy. He will report directly to Steve Boom, Amazon Music’s vice president. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s Future of Radio is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Celebrating World Radio Day, breaking down RAJAR data, post-Super Bowl wrap-up, and much more from around the world of audio. Continue Reading