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NPR has shared that its legal team engaged in private conversations with the longtime head of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, who spoke under oath, involving a scuttled contract involving the operation of a satellite distribution system for its member stations. That conversation is set to gain a public venue on Tuesday.
Adam Jacobson
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Dan Slentz
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Starting November 1, there'll be a new Chairperson of the NPR Foundation Board of Trustees, and he will also join the NPR Board of Directors. He succeeds John McGinn, who served two consecutive terms leading the Foundation.
RBR-TVBR
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Mike Worrall
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There's a new C-Suite member at the company focused on bringing rich visuals to the in-dash car entertainment system when a radio station is tuned to, and he'll hold the title of VP of Technical Success.
RBR-TVBR
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During the last quarter, MoffettNathanson examined the shift in advertising from traditional linear TV to ad-supported streaming. As viewers — and live sports — have migrated to streaming, advertising dollars have followed. But what about affiliate fees? Senior Analyst Robert Fishman tackles that question.
Adam Jacobson
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The Nexstar-TEGNA merger isn't without its regulatory hurdles as the FCC contemplates a thaw in its current rules. Nevertheless, the proposed deal has attracted its detractors, including ACA Connects head Grant Spellmeyer. Two Democrats from the Rocky Mountain State can now be added to the list of deal foes.
Adam Jacobson
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“NAB Show New York 2025 showcased the creative forces transforming media right now.” That's the post-event assessment from NAB Global Connections and Events Executive VP Karen Chupka, following an event that is attracting a greater number of radio industry executives thanks in part to the Radio Wayne Awards.
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One week ago, the American Television Alliance began warning consumers that stations run by the nation's largest single licensee of broadcast TV stations could be prevented from reaching Verizon FiOs cable TV subscribers. With little fanfare, that carriage fee impasse has been avoided, with a fair new deal in place.
Adam Jacobson
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Nick Langan
1 week 1 day ago
With Tesla deciding to end both AM and FM radio access in two of its entry-level models, Congressional passage of the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act" is more urgent than ever. For NAB EVP of Public Affairs and Chief of Staff Michelle Lehman, getting the bill to the full House for a long-awaited vote is a must.
RBR-TVBR
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He's been leading up sales for the Gray Local Media trio of TV brands serving Cleveland. Starting December 1, he'll be among the Fighting Irish and the surrounding community of South Bend, Ind., and nearby Elkhart as General Manager of Gray's NBC affiliate in the market.
Adam Jacobson
1 week 1 day ago
Talk about a bump in market size: the individual who has been serving as General Manager of Gray Local Media's TV station in Paducah, Ky., and Cape Girardeau, Mo., for the past seven years has just been given the keys to the company's trio of TV properties serving Northeastern Ohio.
Adam Jacobson
1 week 2 days ago
That accident attorney specialist with roots in the Sunshine State has again conquered the most-seen spot report for broadcast television, according to the latest data from iHeartMedia-owned Media Monitors. But, there is Pharma category activity that's certainly worth noting.
Adam Jacobson
1 week 2 days ago
The Carr Commission is considering a mandate that would require all sellers of televisions in the U.S to include a NEXTGEN TV-compatible receiver. The lobbying group that's responsible for the annual CES conference, led by an individual trying to kill the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act," doesn't want that to happen.
Adam Jacobson
1 week 3 days ago
It's being hailed by Comcast Advertising as "a step change for the advertising industry." What, precisely, does that mean? Agencies and brands can buy targetable, biddable ads on linear TV for the first time.
Adam Jacobson
1 week 3 days ago
Don’t let the spirits of procrastination haunt your budget. Act now and save hundreds of dollars. Once the clock strikes midnight on November 1, the early bird vanishes for another year. Come see and hear Stephen A. Smith, Floyd Abrams and Curtis LeGeyt and feed your mind with exclusive knowledge only at Forecast.
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Randy J. Stine
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Ron Fitch
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Nick Langan