Where Radio Has Gone Wrong in a Digital Reality (ep.281)

Radio's corporate leaders are still living in delusion as the digital disruption has destroyed the very fabric of radio even more than deregulation ever has. KOP looks at the topics of interest leading up to the upcoming RadioDays North America. <br />iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman sings radio’s praises, says it’s as ‘strong as ever’ https://nypost.com/2023/06/01/iheartmedia-ceo-bob-pittman-sings-radios-praises/<br />What Does Radio Still Offer Artists? https://radioinsight.com/blogs/252642/what-does-radio-still-offer-artists/<br />Fifteen Years Later, PPM Casts a Shadow https://radioinsight.com/blogs/252488/fifteen-years-later-ppm-casts-a-shadow/<br />In a recent development, the DGA National Board has unanimously approved the tentative contract agreement with the AMPTP and SAG-AFTRA. This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing negotiations between the two parties. The studios have also agreed to a media blackout as talks begin, indicating a willingness to work towards a mutually beneficial agreement. The SAG-AFTRA has been actively involved in these negotiations, with the AMPTP also playing a crucial role. It is heartening to see such cooperation between these organizations, and it is hoped that this positive momentum will continue in the future.<br />DGA National Board Unanimously Approves Tentative Contract Agreement with AMPTP<br />https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/dga-contract-wga-writers-strike-1235635513/<br />SAG-AFTRA and Studios Agree to Media Blackout as Talks Begin<br />https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/sag-aftra-media-blackout-amptp-1235636231/<br />Spotify Shifts Podcast Strategy to Make Exclusives Available on Other Platforms https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-06-07/spotify-shifts-podcast-strategy-from-exclusives-to-a-wider-reach <br />Who’s Winning the Streaming Wars in 2023? Insiders get honest about which services are coming out on top and which need to be “burnt to the ground.” https://www.vulture.com/article/streaming-power-ranking-2023.html<br />Contact KOP for professional pod