RAB - THIS is Radio

RAB - THIS is Radio

Radio Advertising Bureau President and CEO Mike Hulvey joins host Oscar Rodriguez (TX Assoc. of Broadcasters) for a discussion on the continued relevance of radio and how advertisers can leverage radio's power to increase ALL of their advertising portfolio. Mike also discusses the RAB's new “The Audio Leader, THIS is Radio” initiative along with recent work from Jacobs Media and Gordon Borrell. Learn more about "The Audio Leader, THIS is Radio" on RAB.com [http://RAB.com].

Something for Everyone at NAB Show

With less than two weeks until NAB Show 2026, National Association of Broadcasters Executive Vice President, Industry Affairs and Innovation April Carty-Sipp joins Randy Gravley (GA Association of Broadcasters) and previews the wide array of offerings at broadcaster's biggest event of the year. From a massive show floor with hundreds of industry vendors, to dynamic sessions covering everything from Artificial Intelligence, NextGen TV, and sports broadcasting, there is truly something for everyone at NAB Show.

Covering Conflict Safely

In a must-see episode for broadcast newsrooms across the country, Al Tompkins joins co-hosts Michelle Vetterkind (WI Broadcasters Assoc.) and Tim Vetscher (TMJ 4 [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCKdALw0BErtqmGI2AUtbbhg], Milwaukee) to discuss measures newsrooms can take to keep journalists safe. The trio discusses current challenges, best practices, and how the First Amendment factors into news gathering. Head to https://nasba.connectedcommunity.org/meet-nasba/podcast [https://nasba.connectedcommunity.org/meet-nasba/podcast] to download a copy of Al Tompkin's "Covering Unrest: Guide for Journalists."

Our Voice on the Hill: Broadcasting's 2026 Agenda

In this episode of Broadcast Advocate, co-host Chris Winkle (Kentucky Broadcasters Assoc.) and Wendy Paulson (Minnesota Broadcasters Assoc.) are joined by National Association of Broadcasters EVP of Government Relations Shawn Donilon, and VP, Government Affairs for Salem Media Group and VP of Public Policy for the National Religious Broadcasters Nic Anderson. The group discusses the most pertinent issues to radio and television broadcasters: Ownership, the AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act, NEXTGEN TV, and performance royalties as hundreds of broadcasters from every state are set to advocate for the industry in Washington, DC.

The Future of Broadcasting Through a CES Lens

In this episode of Broadcast Advocate, host Casey Jones (Michigan Association of Broadcasters) sits down with Fred and Paul Jacobs of Jacobs Media to break down what CES 2026 revealed about the future of broadcasting. From the rise of applied AI to the growing importance of companionship, collaboration, and presence, the conversation focuses on how broadcasters can intentionally claim their place in an increasingly crowded media ecosystem. Rather than chasing trends, the Jacobs brothers argue that the future belongs to broadcasters who engage early, make room at the table, and help shape what comes next.