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Welcome to Broadcast Advocate, the official podcast of the National Alliance of State Broadcasters Associations (NASBA). Here, we discuss the latest news, trends, and stories impacting the world of radio and broadcast television.
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- 1 weeks ago33 min
The State of Spanish Radio: Its Future and Relevance
Monica Armenta (NM Broadcasters Assoc.) is joined by SDC Broadcasting's Matt Martinez and Radio Ink and RBR+TVBR publisher Deborah Parenti to talk about Spanish-language radio; its growth, its challenges, and why it's one of the most vibrant and resilient sectors of broadcasting.
- Jun 10, 202630 min
The Playbook for Aspiring Sports Broadcasters
WEEI Red Sox Radio Network play-by-play voice Will Flemming and KSDK St. Louis Sports Director Frank Cusumano join hosts Chad Mahoney (MO Broadcasters Assoc.) and Jordan Walton (MA Broadcasters Assoc.) to discuss their paths through sports broadcasting and what an aspiring sports broadcaster can do to break into the ultra-competitive field.
- May 7, 202631 min
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.
- Apr 7, 202619 min
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.
- Mar 16, 202637 min
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 , 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 to download a copy of Al Tompkin's "Covering Unrest: Guide for Journalists."
- Feb 12, 202621 min
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.
- Jan 28, 202639 min
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.
- Nov 19, 202522 min
Radio's 'Generation Next'
Countering the misconception that "young people don't like the radio" college radio stations around the country continue to thrive and attract smart, dedicated students who love the medium. In this episode hosted by David Donovan (New York State Broadcasters Assoc.) and Jordan Walton (New Jersey Broadcasters Assoc.) we speak with members at Marconi Award-winning Hofstra University's WRHU 88.7, longtime radio programmer and current GM John Mullen, station manager Ashley Blum, and on-air personality and Director of International Programming Ricky Hubert about how young people view radio and how the industry can support these future broadcasters and radio listeners. Listen to WRHU: https://www.hofstra.edu/wrhu/listen-live.html
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