US

BIA Issues 2025 Advertising Spending Projections

BIA Advisory Services’ latest U.S. Local Advertising Forecast delivers initial expectations for 2025 and updates spending estimates for 2024. The projected revenues across all local media in the U.S. will reach $171 billion in 2025. This represents an increase of 5.5 percent in non-political spending over our revised 2024 estimate. When including political advertising, the 2025 estimate represents a 1.3% decline from the revised estimate of $173.7 billion for 2024. In this forecast, BIA raised its 2024 local advertising estimate primarily due to an expectation of increased political advertising of $560 million. […]

AU & NZ

Matt Damon weighs in on Melbourne Radio Wars with Jase & Lauren

Hollywood superstar Matt Damon has weighed in on the Melbourne Radio Wars during a chat with Nova 100’s Jase & Lauren.Matt congratulated Jase Hawkins, Lauren Phillips and Clint Stanaway on their recent ratings rise in Melbourne FM Breakfast, saying “You deserve it.”“I’m happy you guys are crushing the ratings … you guys are awesome and… Read More
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AU & NZ

LiSTNR and Jess Rowe unveil special ‘Safe Space’ series

Journalist and podcaster Jess Rowe is introducing a series of special episodes to The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show to run throughout August, titled ‘Safe Space’.Rowe is expanding her platform to feature female voices and stories that are often marginalised and overlooked.The series will provide a safe space for Australians with unique and challenging life… Read More
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AU & NZ

Amy Shark announced as next iHeartLIVE artist

Hot on the heels of its return, KIIS and iHeartRadio Australia have announced Amy Shark as the next artist to perform in an iHeartLIVE intimate fan experience.A Night with Amy Shark is an exclusive fan-curated event to be held tonight.20 fans will be given the exclusive opportunity to hear songs from her upcoming album Sunday… Read More
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AU & NZ

Got a podcast idea? SBS wants to hear it

Aspiring and veteran podcasters take note: SBS Audio wants to hear your ideas.It’s looking for more exciting podcasts to share with its national multicultural, multilingual and First Nations audiences.It’s keen to hear ideas across news, entertainment, society and culture, language, food and more.SBS is also seeking podcast ideas for new migrants settling in Australia, adult… Read More
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