Industry News Bits FRI 5/30/25
Fundraisers this week Vision Christian Radio/Queensland .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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The April 2025 PPM release is complete. May PPM starts 6/16. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid FEB-APR
WBKL/Baton Rouge – 3.9
WXOK/Baton Rouge – 2.9
KNOL/New Orleans – 2.1
WYLD AM/New Orleans – 1.0
KYLV/OKC – 3.7
KOKF.OKC – 1.0
The CMB Awards were given out at Momentum 2025 Friday May 30th in Orlando.
KVNE Tyler
WRVL/Lynchburg (The Journey)
WAKW/Cincinnati (Star 93.3)
KLJY/St Louis (Joy 99.1)
The Mel – University of Northwestern
WMIT/Asheville (The Light)
The “Wow God Stories” podcast has been named the recipient of the Radio Podcast of the Year award. The station received the honor at Momentum conference in Orlando. The podcast is a place to share authentic and powerful stories of God at work.
“God keeps leading us to true stories that make us say ‘Wow God!’”, said Faith Podcasts director of podcasting Jason Rackow. “We’ve seen him show up in tragedy and triumph, in suffering and grace. It’s been an honor to create a podcast where everyday people can share how God meets them. Even in places that seem small or overlooked. I am especially grateful to our production assistant Michael Chermak. From the beginning he has poured his heart and talent into this podcast. It wouldn’t be the same without him.”
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
YES FM, a unique Hot CHR Christian radio station that breaks the mold of typical Christian radio, based in Toledo, Ohio has a full-time opening for Program Director. The Program Director will be responsible for leading and/or collaborating with other departments on all aspects of the radio station including on-air content, events, promotions, contesting, FCC required logs, and digital presence. Other necessary skills include: computer skills, non-commercial copy writing, audio production, underwriting and fundraising, knowledge of FCC broadcast rules and regulations, knowledge of federal, state and local contesting rules and regulations, ability to solve technical and operational problems and troubleshoot in a timely manner.
If interested go HERE
At Momentum in Orlando this week KeepTheFaith co-founder and CEO David Sams spoke on The Chameleon’s Guide to Strategic Risk: Thriving in a Changing World
In an era where change is the only constant, playing it safe is the riskiest move of all. From launching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! to taking a chance on Oprah, David Sams has built a career on bold, strategic risks that transformed industries. In this high-energy, thought-provoking session, he will challenge you to embrace change, rethink outdated strategies, and take the necessary risks to keep Christian radio thriving in a shifting media landscape. Packed with real-world insights, humor, and a call to action, you will walk away feeling inspired to take one bold step, because the future belongs to those willing to evolve.
Look for an exclusive interview discussing this topic further with Sams this Monday on HisAir.
WYSZ/Toledo (Yes FM) GM/PD Jeff Howe tells HisAir he plans to step away from the programming duties of the station. Jeff is on the hunt for a Program Director that can fill that role. Jeff also hosts the morning show.
Also at YES FM Afternoon Host Justin Raider has exited to pursue other ministry opportunities. Taking his place in afternoons will be Roxanne Brown.
Seen at Momentum 2025
Pictured L-R Jared Mitchell (Convoy of Hope), Keith Smith (TobyMac band) Scott Smith K-LOVE), Garrett Whitehead (K-LOVE)
Spanish Christian KLVL/Houston (Radio Vision 1480 AM) has been sold to Iglesia Cristiana Restauracion for $2 mil. KLVL is a 5kw daytime with a translator at 94.9 FM.
HisAir INDUSTRY NEWS TIMELINE – May 31, 2018
HisAir.Net has learned that Educational Media Foundation (EMF) has assumed operation of Anderson University WQME/Anderson-Indianapolis (98-7 The Song). The station is now airing EMF’s Air1 format.
It was announced last December that after 27 years on the air, Anderson University made the decision to sell WQME.
Milestone:
KORB/Santa Rosa, CA (Broken FM) signs off for good (2022)
Kai Elmer 18 years at Fair Trade Services
Andy Massengill 6 years at Salem Media
Bob Allen 15 years ay NRB TV
Mia Kincaid 3 year at Hope Media Group
5/31
Glenn Hartas 3 years at Way FM/Launceston, Australia
Prayer List:
Lori Cline
The HisAir Prayer group is a place where the Christian Radio & Records industry can post prayer requests, and pray for others. Go HERE to join the group.
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