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Podcast: The State of Spanish Radio: Its Future and Relevance
Monica Armenta (NM Broadcasters Assoc.) is joined by SDC Broadcasting’s Matt Martinez and Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR publisher Deborah Parenti to talk about Spanish-language radio; its growth, its challenges, and why it’s one of the most vibrant and resilient sectors of broadcasting.
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WBA joins DC fly-in to keep AM radio in every vehicle
Your WBA was in Washington D.C. this week, along with broadcasters representing 30 other states, to call on Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. The bills in both houses of Congress have overwhelming bipartisan support. The House bill has more than 300 cosponsors and the Senate bill has 60 cosponsors. Broadcasters…
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YP of the Month ‘excels in leadership’
A producer at WEAU-TV in Eau Claire, Melanie Walleser, is the WBA Young Professional of the Month for the month of July. The WBA Young Professional of the Month is a nominee for the WBA Young Professional of the Year Award. The award seeks to recognize young broadcasters who have made a significant impact on…
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Jowett Fellowship recipient wants radio to excel with video
A multimedia videographer at Woodward Community Media is the recipient of the Rick Jowett Fellowship. Logan O’Leary says while Woodward has a strong radio tradition, they’re forging a new path forward to also making it a reliable video production company. As the sole videographer for the company, he wants to grow the effort into a…
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WBA Foundation announces date for gubernatorial debate
The WBA Foundation Board will continue its 36-year tradition of holding statewide televised debates for Wisconsin’s voters by airing a general election debate in the 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial race. Qualifying gubernatorial candidates will be invited to participate in a debate on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., hosted by Milwaukee PBS. Radio and television stations from…
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WBA files brief in open meetings case involving Appleton School Board
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association has filed an amicus brief alongside the Wisconsin Newspaper Association and Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council supporting the plaintiff in an open meetings case against the Appleton School District Board that’s been appealed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. A letter from the three organizations to Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel explains…
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100-year-old car to make appearance at WBA Gala
You can begin submitting today for the WBA Awards competition! Don’t wait until the Jan. 11 deadline! As you might have heard, the theme of the WBA Awards Gala on May 6 will be “The Great Gatsby,” giving our guests an opportunity to “dress up in Roarin’ 20’s style, celebrate with a few flapper-era cocktails and…
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Support the Broadcasters Foundation of America
The Broadcasters Foundation of America is looking for support as it enters its final phase of annual fundraising. The Foundation’s stated mission is to “improve the quality of life and maintain the personal dignity of men and women in the radio and television broadcast profession who find themselves in acute financial need due to a critical illness,…
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Participate in radio’s largest online survey
Jacobs Media is conducting its annual Techsurvey, which is the radio broadcasting industry’s largest survey, with over 200 participating radio stations and approximately 40,000 radio listeners. This study examines the online habits of radio audiences and has enabled us to identify key digital trends, including: The rise of social media The smartphone and the mobile revolution Increased podcast listening The…
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Blogging tools
Blogging is crucial part of any radio station’s digital strategy. Jacob’s Media put together a number of resources to help you launch or tune up your radio station’s blog: Guide to Launching a Station Blog How to Launch a Blog Webinar Recording List of Blog Topic Ideas Template for a Blog Content Calendar
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Milestone year for staff at Waupaca station
Staff members at an AM/FM combo station in Waupaca are celebrating milestone years at the station, combining to contribute near 150 years of experience to serve listeners in the Wausau and Stevens Point area. The following employees at WDUX-AM 800 and FM 92.7 are marking milestone years: –Lee Stevens is celebrating 35 years – Lee…
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Andy Choi returns to TV in Wisconsin
Award-winning anchor and reporter Andy Choi is returning to Wisconsin to anchor weekend morning newscasts on WISN-TV. Choi will also serve as a reporter during weekday newscasts. “Wisconsin holds a special place in my heart, and I am thrilled to be back in the Badger State to share Milwaukee’s most important stories with our viewers,”…
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Questions about the WBA Awards contest?
This time of year we often get questions from stations about the WBA awards contest. We will try to share those questions and the answers to them here on the WBA website. Here’s the first one we’ll share: Q: Is there a limit on the number of entries stations can submit for this year’s special…
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Send well wishes to 50 year radio veteran
A Wisconsin broadcaster who’s been in the business for 50 years is getting rehab treatment for his knee and would benefit from hearing from listeners, co-workers and clients. Larry Jay’s family said he’s not been well and has lost weight. Jay started in radio in 1964 at KRAD in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He worked…
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Bosold inducted into NAFB Hall of Fame
WBA Hall of Famer, Bob Bosold, WAXX / WAYY radio, was inducted Nov. 10 into the National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) 2016 Hall of Fame in Kansas. Bosold was born and raised in Madison. His love of farming and agriculture grew during annual summer vacations to visit the family farm in Sac County, Iowa.…
