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Dave Van Dyke, BridgeRatings  Radio has always been a survivor. From the golden age of AM to the dominance of FM, the medium has adapted through shifting cultural, musical, and technological eras. But today’s challenge is unlike any before: audio consumers are scattered across a mix of broadcast radio, streaming platforms, and podcasts. And many don’t pick just one — they blend them all. That’s where Hybrid Radio comes in. […]

Cardi B has explained why she turned down an offer to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The I Like It rapper explained to Billboard that she “denied” the Super Bowl offer because it was too early in her career and she wanted to wait until she had more hits. “I got asked to do the Super Bowl and I denied it. I feel like soon, if I get to do it, […]

Young Thug has apologised to GloRilla after calling her “ugly” in a leaked jail phone call with his girlfriend, Mariah The Scientist. The rapper took to X on Thursday to walk back his statements from behind bars, saying that in reality he doesn’t think she’s “ugly at all”. “First of all I’m sorry to u for my words, and I honestly don’t think ur ugly at all. I was speaking from […]

Jennifer Hudson has explained why being a talk show host is the perfect job for her. In September 2022, the singer and actress launched her own talk show, The Jennifer Hudson Show. In a recent conversation with actress Viola Davis for Interview magazine, Hudson explained that her decision to become a talk show host was inspired by her lifelong passion for conversation. “It has double meaning for me, at least for my […]

Lizzo is “stressing out” over streaming services algorithms amid fears her fans “don’t even know” she released new music. Last month, the pop star recently released new mixtape My Face Hurts From Smiling – featuring 13 tracks and contributions from SZA and Doja Cat – but Lizzo has confessed she’s worried about the “shambles” of the music industry as her new recordings don’t seem to be reaching her fanbase. In a […]

Podtrac has unveiled its August 2025 podcast industry rankings, highlighting gains for several long-running shows and steady dominance among major networks. Fourteen of the participating podcasts saw a rise in unique monthly audience (UMA), while six publishers saw growth in U.S. downloads. NPR’s “NPR News Now” held firm at the top of the rankings, followed by The New York Times’ “The Daily” at number 2 and NPR’s “Up First” at […]

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https://www.urbaninsite.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Dry-The-Gospel-News-with-Nina-Tayllor-9_6-thru-9_14_2025.mp3 This week on the Gospel News with Nina Taylor: Lesser-known history, Jermain Dolly, Adia, The Top 10 Gospel Songs, Congratulations to Willikam. Murphy, “Double”, No.#1.

Dave Van Dyke: BridgeRatings   Many of radio’s best managers use some of these tools. Here’s a complete menu of ten powerful ways to expand radio station awareness.  In today’s hyper-connected world, traditional radio cannot rely solely on towers and transmitters. To thrive, it must adopt digital tools to build brand awareness, deepen listener loyalty, and attract new audiences—especially younger, mobile-first consumers. Here are 10 digital platforms and tactics traditional […]