2022-06-30

Nielsen Report Puts Radio At The Center Of The Audio Universe

 

Nielsen Report Puts Radio At The Center Of The Audio Universe.

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Smartphones have put audio into everyone’s pocket, and as a result Americans are spending more time plugged into audio mediums thanks in part to podcasting and streaming. But the tried-and-true free option – broadcast radio remains “the center of the total audio universe” says Nielsen in its just-released Audio Today report.

“As audio becomes an even more important part of our media diets, the total amount of consumption is nearly ubiquitous,” says Nielsen. “Radio – the original ad-supported medium – alone reaches 93% of the U.S. population. When you include the unduplicated audience from ad-supported as well as ad-free streaming music services along with podcasts and satellite radio, the reach rises to 99%.”

The latest Nielsen data shows radio scores its best reach numbers among adults aged 50 and older where 98% of that demo can be reached each month with AM/FM radio. But broadcast is easily the winner across all age groups. Among on-the-go 18- to 34-year-olds, Nielsen says radio reaches 87% of those Gen Zs each month. And among adults aged 34 to 49, radio’s reach is on par with the overall adults 18+ figure of 93%.

Broadcast radio has traditionally had its highest reach numbers among people of color, and despite new options to listen to music or talk shows, Nielsen’s update shows it is AM/FM radio that is still most preferred by Blacks and Hispanics.

Radio’s reach numbers among Hispanics tops all other segments. Overall, 97% Hispanics listen to the radio each month according to Nielsen, with less drop-off among the various age groups. So, while 99% of Hispanics age 50 and older listen to radio each month, so do 93% of 18-to-34- year-olds and 98% of 35-to-49-year-olds.

Similar trends are recorded among African Americans. Nielsen says 93% of Black adults listen to the radio each month. The highest reach numbers are among those 50 and older (98%) but AM/FM’s reach remains high among Black 35–49-year-olds (92%) and 18-34-year-olds (88%).

Broadcast radio may have the biggest reach numbers, but Nielsen’s report acknowledges other mediums are seeing their reach grow too. It says when the reach of streaming music, podcasting, and satellite radio are combined, they touch six in ten American adults each month.

Yet traditional radio is also enjoying some gains thanks to the digital age, with a growing percentage of the radio audience coming from streaming. During the first quarter, Nielsen says 12% of radio’s total AQH listening came from digital streams.

The pandemic shook up a lot of work and life routines and that meant fluctuations in their media habits. But the latest Audio Today lays out an America where old habits are returning.

Two thirds of radio listening comes from outside the home -- most typically in the car according to the latest Nielsen numbers. The data also points to a continuing recovery from pandemic lows. “Seventy percent of heavy radio consumers are now spending an hour or more daily in vehicles, up 60% since spring 2020,” the report says.

The latest data from March shows a third of out-of-home listening now occurs at work during the typical workday. And for the week overall, Nielsen says at-work listening accounted for 29% of out-of-home listening this spring.

“Audio consumers are leading the way toward recovery,” the report says. “Audio listeners are more willing to shop in stores, attend events, work in office, and get on airplanes.”

The latest Nielsen consumer sentiment survey found 74% of radio listeners are willing to attend an outdoor event compared to 52% of the total population. And 69% of radio listeners said they are willing to return to an office setting versus 57% of the total population.

Nielsen’s Audio Today also shows how podcast audiences continue to grow, with half of today's daily users having taken up the habit in the past two years. Comedy and News continue to be the most popular genres overall. And while all genres have seen significant growth, Nielsen says Music, Leisure and True Crime are growing the most.

2022-06-29

Broadcast Production Legend Mitch Faulkner passes. Faulkner Family update.

 Link to the Faulkner Family Update 

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2022-06-22

NFL's Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder to be issued a subpoena by Congress for a Committee deposition

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 22, 2022


CONTACT: Nelly Decker (202) 226-5181
Chairwoman Maloney Announces Intent to Subpoena Dan Snyder

Washington D.C. (June 22, 2022)—Today, Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, announced her intent to issue a subpoena to Dan Snyder, owner of the Washington Commanders, for a Committee deposition. Chairwoman Maloney made the announcement during today’s hearing to examine the hostile workplace culture at the Washington Commanders and the NFL’s handling of these issues. The subpoena follows Mr. Snyder’s continued and unfounded refusal to provide voluntary testimony on allegations of harassment and other misconduct within his team.

“Mr. Snyder’s refusal to testify sends a clear signal that he is more concerned about protecting himself than coming clean to the American public. IF THE NFL IS UNWILLNING to hold Mr. Snyder accountable, then I am prepared to do so,” Chairwoman Maloney said at today’s hearing. “The Committee will not be deterred in its investigation to uncover the truth of workplace misconduct at the Washington Commanders.”

On June 1, 2022, the Committee sent letters to Mr. Snyder and Mr. Goodell requesting their appearance at today’s hearing. Mr. Goodell agreed to appear, but Mr. Snyder refused to provide voluntary testimony.

On June 17, 2022, Chairwoman Maloney sent a second letter to Mr. Snyder urging him to attend and offering several accommodations requested by Mr. Snyder. Despite these accommodations, he refused to appear before the Committee.

Today, the Chairwoman released a memo and transcripts from witness depositions and interviews detailing additional findings from the Committee’s investigation. The memo describes new evidence uncovered by the Committee that sheds light on Mr. Snyder’s role in creating that hostile work environment and his efforts to obstruct the NFL’s internal investigation by silencing, intimidating, and harassing former employees. These actions were part of a shadow investigation to discredit his accusers and influence the outcome of the investigation. The memo also outlines new evidence showing that the NFL failed to preserve the independence of its investigation.
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2022-06-14

MAJORITY WHIP CONGRESSMAN JAMES CLYBURN (S.C.) TO JOIN FAITH LEADERS IN COMMEMORATING THE SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MOTHER EMANUEL MASSACRE

Chevrolet Renews Urban One Partnership

 

With Plans To Spend More On Black Media, Chevrolet Renews Urban One Partnership.

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More Than That with Gia Peppers

Chevrolet has pledged to allocate four percent of its U.S. advertising budget to Black-owned media companies by this year and double its allocation to eight percent by 2025. Radio is part of the plan. Chevy has announced it will continue its partnership with Urban One for another year.

One of the most buzzed-about elements of the multimedia campaign has been the audio series “More Than That with Gia Peppers” which was developed in collaboration with the ad agency Dentsu and One Solution, the branded solution division of Urban One. The series of 20-minute shows focused on wellness, entertainment and wealth aired across radio stations owned by Urban One, as well as Spotset Radio Network and American Urban Radio Networks. Each company also airs one- or two minute “micro-episodes” to drive tune-in. After each episode airs on radio on Saturdays and Sundays, it has also been made available as a podcast.

The second year of their partnership kicks off with two Chevrolet campaigns premiering in June, which the companies say are designed to create spaces for conversation to be both held and heard to enable actionable change resulting in true progress.

On the first anniversary of Juneteenth being established as a Federal holiday, One Solution will explore historical, contemporary, and future Black experiences against the racialized ideals of the American Dream through special episodes of “More Than That.” The podcast will also take a two-part sonic journey through the Juneteenth history, beginning with the harrowing deception of Texas slaves who were belatedly informed of their freedom and its current day ramifications.

There will also be a live activation with the “Real Talk Drives Real Change” campaign that will feature a four-city tour. Pop culture and political commentator Mike Muse will host the live conversations which will begin with a June 26 event in Washington about higher education access, a July 24 event in Atlanta focused on justice reform, an August 28 panel on mental health and wellness in Philadelphia, and then a Sept. 25 event in Houston about financial freedom.

The live tour of panel discussions will be free ticketed to the public and will also be streamed live. Local community partner organizations will be showcased, alongside performances by chart-topping and up and coming musical artists. Guests will be announced within a week of specific show dates.

“Since our inception, Urban One’s mission has been to amplify Black voices and empower Black communities,” said Urban One CEO Alfred Liggins. “We are excited to continue to share these core values of inspiring, entertaining and informing the Black audience with Chevrolet and their agency partners with these two important and connected efforts. Chevrolet’s commitment to provide platforms to discuss issues impacting the Black community and provide solutions is imperative.”

In addition to on-demand audio, Urban One says audiences will be able to watch video replays of “More Than That with Gia Peppers” and the “Real Talk Drives Real Change” events on NewsOne.com and TV One’s video on demand platform.

2022-06-13

Urban One Media buys Emmis Communications Indianapolis Cluster Radio Stations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

URBAN ONE ENTERS INTO AGREEMENT WITH EMMIS TO PURCHASE INDIANAPOLIS RADIO STATIONS

SILVER SPRING, MD. – June 13, 2022 – Urban One, Inc. (NASDAQ: UONEK; UONE) today announced it had signed a definitive asset purchase agreement with Emmis Communications to purchase its Indianapolis Radio Cluster. Under the terms of the agreement, Urban One will acquire WYXB (B105.7FM), WLHK (97.1FM), WIBC (93.1FM), translators W228CX and W298BB (The Fan 93.5FM and 107.5FM), and Network Indiana.

“These are terrific general market formats (Best Variety, Country, News and Sports) and will be a great addition to Urban One in a transaction that is accretive and deleveraging” said Alfred
Liggins, President and CEO, Urban One.

In anticipation of the transaction, Urban One will sell its WHHH station along with the intellectual property related to WNOW to a third party. Both the acquisition and disposition are subject to
Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) approval and other customary closing conditions, anticipated in the third quarter of 2022. Emmis will continue to operate its stations and Urban
One will continue to operate WHHH until the transaction closes.

2022-06-08

Gun Violence Hearing to Congress happening now on Oversight committee and live streamed

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  June 8, 2022CONTACT:  Nelly Decker, (202) 226-5181 

Following Uvalde and Buffalo Mass Shootings, Oversight Committee to Hear from Parents of Victims, Survivor at Hearing on Gun Violence Crisis   

Law Enforcement, Doctor, Educator, and Gun SafetyAdvocates Also Slated To Testify 

Washington D.C. (June 8, 2022)—At 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, will hold a hearing to examine the gun violence epidemic in the United States.  To date, there have been more than 200 mass shootings in 2022. 

“After 19 innocent children and two teachers lost their lives in Texas just ten days after the mass shooting in my home state of New York, I’m turning my anger into action.  Our hearing will examine the terrible impact of gun violence and the urgent need to rein in the weapons of war used to perpetrate these crimes.  It is my hope that all my colleagues will listen with an open heart as gun violence survivors and loved ones recount one of the darkest days of their lives.  This hearing is ultimately about saving lives, and I hope it will galvanize my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass legislation to do just that,” said Chairwoman Maloney. 

On May 14, 2022, an 18-year-old gunman, armed with an AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle, opened fire on shoppers and workers at a Tops supermarket in Buffalo, New York.  The racially motivated and meticulously planned shooting killed 10 and seriously injured three others.  

On May 24, 2022, another 18-year-old gunman entered Robb Elementary School in Uvalde,

Texas, and opened fire on children and teachers in their classrooms. The mass shooting, perpetrated by another AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle, claimed the lives of 19 children and two teachers. 

The Committee has been examining gun violence in the United States for several years, and in 2019 launched an investigation into gun dealers that sell guns used in crimes.  On April 28, 2022, the Committee released preliminary findings from its investigation, showing that a small number of gun dealers—particularly those in states with lax gun laws—have sold thousands of guns used in violent crimes. 

On May 27, 2022, the Committee sent letters to five leading manufacturers of semi-automatic rifles for information related to the manufacture, marketing, and sales of their weapons, to understand how these guns are fueling the gun violence epidemic and to inform gun safety legislation. 

The hearing will examine the urgent need for Congress to pass commonsense legislation that a majority of Americans support.  This includes legislation to ban assault weapons and bolster background checks on gun purchases, while respecting the rights of law-abiding gun owners.  

WHAT:  

 

Full Committee hearing entitled “The Urgent Need to Address the Gun Violence Epidemic.” 
WHEN:
10:00 a.m. ET 
WHO:    

 

PANEL IZeneta EverhartMother of Zaire GoodmanBuffalo, New York 

Roy Guerrero, M.D.PediatricianUvalde, Texas 

Felix Rubio and Kimberly RubioParents of Lexi RubioUvalde, Texas 

Miah CerrilloFourth-Grade Student at Robb Elementary SchoolUvalde, TexasLucretia Hughes (minority witness)DC Project, Women for Gun Rights 

PANEL II 

The Honorable Eric AdamsMayorNew York, New YorkGreg Jackson, Jr.Executive DirectorCommunity Justice Action Fund Joseph GramagliaPolice CommissionerBuffalo, New York 

Becky PringlePresidentNational Education Association 

Nick SuplinaSenior Vice President for Law & PolicyEverytown for Gun Safety Amy Swearer (minority witness)Legal FellowHeritage Foundation   

WATCH:
A livestream will be available on YouTube and the Committee on Oversight and Reform website.