7 graduate from Walker Broadcast Management Institute
Seven graduates of the Walker Broadcast Management Institute got their briefcases on April 25 as the Institute marked the beginning of another three-year cycle. The Institute is designed for broadcast managers and those seeking or being prepared for broadcast management…
Embrace change and be ready for the future of broadcasting
It’s 2024 and broadcasters are facing so many challenges in the media, but this is only a test that the media can continue to be resilient and strong, no matter what the struggles are. Be ready to embrace change, as…
Setting policy key to using AI at your station
As Jacobs Media’s Director of Digital Revenue and AI, I’ll be popping up in this newsletter often. My mission is to demystify AI for you. I want to show you how it can supercharge what broadcasters do and guide you…
UW Athletics awards radio broadcast rights to iHeartMedia Wisconsin, Good Karma Brands
The University of Wisconsin Athletics Department and its exclusive multimedia rights holder Badger Sports Properties awarded both iHeartMedia Wisconsin and Good Karma Brands (GKB) as the official radio broadcast partners of UW Athletics. The agreement includes a five-year extension with…
Passion for community hallmark of WBA Young Professional of the Year
A news associate at Seehafer Broadcasting in Manitowoc with a passion for his local community is being named the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Young Professional of the Year. Ryan Brahmstadt was the highest ranked of the five young broadcasting professionals recognized…
Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The May/June issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
Madison station adds co-host, engagement specialist
Life 102.5 (WNWC) in Madison has named Natalie Gross as morning show co-host and engagement specialist. “Natalie brings so much joy and talent to the team,” said Life 102.5 Program Director and Morning Show Host Dave Conour. “She fits…
Wisconsin broadcasters take bow at WBA Awards Gala
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin were on hand Saturday to be recognized at the 2024 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 400 in attendance. Competition for…
Good Karma stations to air UW women’s volleyball
Good Karma Brands (GKB) stations 1000.5 ESPN Madison (WTLX) and 620 WTMJ in Milwaukee will serve as the new home for University of Wisconsin women’s volleyball, beginning in the 2024-2025 season. UW Women’s Volleyball completed the 2023 season at No….
