The true crime genre has seen exponential growth in podcasting, positioning itself as a dominant category among American listeners, according to the newly released True Crime Consumer Report from Edison Research and audiochuck. Data from Edison Podcast Metrics highlights how the audience for true crime podcasts has expanded significantly over the past five years. In

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Trust in news media continues to wane, yet Americans recognize its critical role in sustaining a healthy democracy, according to new polls by HarrisX and Harris Poll. Despite concerns over misinformation and bias, media consumption habits remain strong among a subset of the population identified as “news junkies.” A HarrisX survey reveals that 42% of

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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has opened nominations for the 2025 NAB Technology Awards, which honor outstanding contributions to broadcast engineering, digital leadership, and technology innovation. The awards will be presented during the 2025 NAB Show, scheduled for April 5-9 in Las Vegas. The NAB Technology Awards include three categories: NAB Digital Leadership Award:

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Cox Media Group (CMG) has announced that Michael Saunders was named the new Director of Branding & Programming for WALR-FM, KISS 104.1 – Atlanta’s R&B. Saunders will start this role November 25. Saunders’ career spans decades programming some of America’s most influential brands including KQBT-FM Houston, WJLB-FM Detroit, CMG’s WCFB-FM Orlando (2011-2016), and the launch

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Andy Anderson- AURN, American Urban Radio Network, Cheif Revenue Officer will be in attendance. Multicultural marketing isn’t just a trend; it’s a business imperative. Join us at https://lnkd.in/eVXRU-as November 18–20 in Las Vegas, Nev., to hear more inspiring presentations, practical insights, and engaging discussions on the latest strategies and best practices that connect with multicultural audiences, from

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The global live music market is experiencing an extraordinary transformation, with projections showing remarkable growth from $28.1 billion in 2023 to $79.7 billion by 2030, representing a 16.1% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR). Key Market Drivers Experiential Consumption The market’s expansion is fueled by a significant shift in consumer preferences, particularly among millennials and Gen

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Podcasts continue to solidify their position as a powerful medium for brands, with a recent survey highlighting the effectiveness of podcast advertising. Conducted by Veritonic, the survey provides insights into how brands can optimize their audio creative strategies to maximize impact and drive measurable results. The survey revealed that 29% of podcast listeners are “likely”

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Futuri, a provider of AI-driven broadcast solutions, has announced a major redesign of its flagship real-time content intelligence platform, TopicPulse. This update aims to provide broadcasters, content creators, and digital publishers with enhanced tools to deliver relevant, engaging content to their audiences. Designed to analyze audience behavior in real-time, TopicPulse offers actionable insights into trending

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