Audacy, Inc.

Big week for the Audacy podcast family. 🎙️ We’re excited to welcome Bunnie Xo’s “Dumb Blonde” and the MeidasTouch Network — including “The MeidasTouch Podcast,” America’s No. 1 most downloaded and viewed podcast — to the Audacy podcast family. These partnerships reflect the strength and breadth of what we’re building at Audacy. From entertainment and women’s lifestyle to news, politics and commentary, our growing podcast portfolio brings together some of the most distinctive voices, compelling content and deeply engaged audiences in audio. And for our advertising partners, that scale and diversity create even more opportunities to connect with passionate audiences across the content they love. Welcome to the Audacy family, Bunnie, Ben, Brett, Jordan and the entire MeidasTouch team. We’re excited for what’s ahead.

On National Radio Day, we’re celebrating the power of the hometown voice. 📻 For more than a century, radio has connected people to the moments, teams and communities they care about most. And in sports, that connection remains as powerful as ever. In our latest insights piece, SVP of Research & Insights Ray Borelli explores how hometown voices are changing the way we experience sports — from pairing local radio calls with live TV to listening on the road and even inside the ballpark. At the center of it all is the voice fans know and trust. As Chicago Cubs radio legend Pat Hughes says: “We’re part of people’s lives.” That’s the magic of radio: Technology continues to change how we consume content, but the connection between a great voice and an audience endures. On #NationalRadioDay, we’re proud to celebrate the storytellers who make that connection possible — and the role radio continues to play in the future of sports and audio. Read the full piece:  https://lnkd.in/gz89X_cM

Happy National Radio Day! 📻 August 20 marks the anniversary of the first-ever news broadcast from what is now Audacy’s WWJ — a powerful reminder of the incredible legacy we’re fortunate to be part of. More than 100 years later, radio continues to inform, entertain and connect millions of people every day. And at Audacy, we’re proud to be writing the next chapter. From the incredible talent behind our microphones to the teams working behind the scenes, our people are what make this industry special. We’re continuing to build on radio’s strength while expanding our reach across radio, sports, news, podcasts and the broader audio landscape. Today, we celebrate the history, the people and the limitless future of this medium we love.

Congratulations to the outstanding news teams at WCCO Radio, KYW Newsradio and KNX News on earning three National Edward R. Murrow Awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)! 🏆 WCCO Radio – Minneapolis: Continuing Coverage Annunciation Church and School Mass Shooting 🏆 KYW Newsradio – Philadelphia: Hard News In the Trenches in Kensington, Rookie Police Officers See Change 🏆 KNX News – Los Angeles: Newscast The L.A. Firestorm: 9:30pm These awards recognize excellence in journalism that informs, serves and makes an impact in the communities we call home. We’re incredibly proud of these teams for their dedication, reporting and commitment to the highest standards of journalism. Congratulations to everyone involved in this well-deserved recognition!  https://lnkd.in/eDh5gEuE

AI is changing how consumers search, discover brands, and make buying decisions. But the answer isn’t to abandon SEO or paid search...it’s to add AI optimization to the mix. Strong content, reviews, credibility + a smart digital strategy = staying visible wherever consumers search. https://lnkd.in/ezWhCufF

As the NFL season approaches, Audacy is excited to welcome top fantasy football analyst and New York Times bestselling author Matthew Berry to the family! We’re the exclusive audio partner for Berry’s acclaimed "Fantasy Football Happy Hour" podcast. New episodes will be released every weekday through the Super Bowl, available everywhere podcasts are found. During the off-season, new episodes will be released weekly. The show is produced in partnership with Matthew Berry's Fantasy Life.

We’re proud to have 18 finalists for the 2026 NAB Marconi Radio Awards, presented by the National Association of Broadcasters. Congratulations to our teams and all of this year’s finalists. 

The road to the 2026 midterms may run through the daily commute. New research from Audacy, conducted with YouGov, finds that the economy has emerged as the defining issue for voters—and commuters are feeling the financial strain more than anyone. From rising gas prices to higher everyday costs, these pressures are shaping voter attitudes and turnout ahead of November. In this new analysis, SVP of Research and Insights, Ray Borelli, explains why the "rush-hour voter" could decide the election, and why radio and podcasts are uniquely positioned to reach these highly engaged voters in trusted environments. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/dgcyeqTU

Audacy is proud to announce the lineup for the 11th annual Stars and Strings, presented by Xfinity. Returning to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, on November 12, this year's event features Lee Brice, Kane Brown, Brantley Gilbert, Brandon Lake and Audacy LAUNCH artist Stephen Wilson Jr. Now in its fifth year in South Florida, Stars and Strings continues to bring together world-class country artists, passionate fans and valued partners while supporting Folds of Honor's mission to provide educational scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled military members and first responders. We're honored to continue this tradition and look forward to another unforgettable evening of music, community and purpose. Tickets go on sale August 7. Learn more at StarsAndStrings.com.

Sports radio isn't just for beer, snacks and auto brands anymore. From healthcare to legal services, grocery and insurance, nontraditional advertisers are using local sports radio to drive real business results through trusted voices, loyal audiences and measurable ROI. Read why now is the time to rethink sports radio https://lnkd.in/g5uVntkK