Radio Recap: Week of November 9–14, 2026

Earnings season highlighted ongoing advertising pressures across traditional radio, offset in places by digital and podcast growth, while the industry pushed hard on the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act in the lame-duck Congress, navigated executive transitions and station moves, and marked retirements and losses of longtime voices.⁠

🗼Beasley Media’s 3Q Results:  Beasley Broadcast Group reported third-quarter net revenue of $42.8 million, down 16.1% from $51.0 million a year earlier (10.2% on a same-station basis). Local revenue (including local digital packages) was 76% of the total and fell 6%. Digital revenue was $9.8 million (23% of net, or 24% excluding political), down 24%. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $1.3 million from $3.9 million. The company posted an operating loss of $12.8 million (vs. a small loss a year earlier), driven largely by a $13.1 million FCC license impairment, and a net loss of $12.1 million ($6.51 per diluted share). New business was 14% of revenue; digital margins improved. CEO Caroline Beasley and the team pointed to cost reductions and local direct growth as partial offsets amid agency advertising weakness.⁠

🗼Saga Communications Reports Widening Net Loss:  Saga reported Q3 net operating revenue of $26.7 million, down 5.4% from $28.2 million. A $9.2 million non-cash impairment on FCC licenses (tied to higher interest rates, lower margins, and reduced market projections) drove an operating loss of $9.8 million and a net loss of $7.1 million (vs. much smaller losses a year earlier). Excluding the impairment, the net loss would have been about $240,000 ($0.03 per share). Station operating income was $2.4 million. Political revenue rose sharply. The board maintained the $0.25 quarterly dividend (payable December 11 to holders of record November 23). Nine-month revenue was down 5.8% and the net loss was $8.5 million.⁠

🗼iHeartMedia Reports Higher Revenue for 3Q:  iHeartMedia posted Q3 consolidated revenue of $1.03 billion, up 3.3% year-over-year (0.9% excluding political). Digital Audio Group revenue rose 14% to $389 million, led by podcasting up 24% (to roughly $174 million). Audio & Media Services Group revenue climbed 23%. Multiplatform Group (broadcast radio) revenue fell 5%. GAAP operating income improved substantially to $73 million, but adjusted EBITDA declined 17% to $170 million. CEO Bob Pittman highlighted podcasting and digital strength amid industry headwinds. The company plans to break out podcasting as its own reporting segment starting in 2027.

🗼iHeartMedia Denies Reports It Is in Talks to Sell Podcasts:  After Bloomberg reported preliminary discussions with Moelis & Co. and potential investors about a possible sale of part or all of the podcast business (amid a sharp stock drop following Q3 results), iHeartMedia issued a firm denial. A spokesperson stated the company has “no plan to sell our podcasting business,” calling it a core strategic growth engine with unmatched scale and strong performance, including continued investment in video podcasting. Podcast revenue was a bright spot in the quarter.

🗼Senator Sets Confirmation Vote for FCC Nominee:  Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) scheduled a November 18 vote to advance the nomination of Danielle Thumann Severs (a senior legal adviser to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr) as an FCC commissioner. Confirmation would give Republicans a 3-1 majority. The hearing occurred earlier in the week; Democrats raised concerns about pairing and agency independence. The move is part of lame-duck efforts before Democrats take Senate control in January.

🗼Philly R/TV Newsman, Retires After 69-Year Career: Legendary Philadelphia broadcaster Larry Kane, 84, retired after 69 years in radio and television, including the last 23 at Audacy’s KYW Newsradio (1060/103.9). He began in Miami radio in 1957 at age 15, became the youngest major-market TV news anchor at 6ABC Action News, and later worked at NBC10, CBS3, ABC News/WABC-TV, and elsewhere. He covered political conventions, interviewed figures including MLK and Malcolm X, met presidents and popes, and famously covered the Beatles. He said he was happy to stop now to spend time with grandchildren, while noting his voice had softened. His final commentary stressed press freedom and local news.⁠

🗼Cumulus Makes More Staff Payoffs After Emerging from Bankruptcy:  Cumulus Media, which emerged from Chapter 11 in October after eliminating roughly $550–600 million in debt and becoming privately held under Alden Capital Group (with existing management continuing), began another round of layoffs. Cuts hit multiple markets, including Albuquerque (market manager/VP Jeff Berry, on-air talent, producers, and promotions staff at stations including KKOB, KRST, and others). Additional reductions were reported in other markets and at Westwood One. This follows earlier 2026 cuts amid revenue declines (spot revenue down double digits in prior periods).⁠

🗼Full Court Press for Senate Vote on the Car Radio Act:  With the House having passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act in September and more than 60 Senate co-sponsors (filibuster-proof support), the National Association of Broadcasters intensified its lame-duck push for a Senate vote before the session ends January 3. NAB EVP of Government Relations Shawn Donilon and others emphasized pathways including taking up the House bill or attaching it to larger legislation. PSAs urged listeners to text “AM” to 39179. President Trump has indicated support. Time is limited with a short calendar of working days.⁠⁠

🗼Kevin & Ally Drive News Success for KROQ FM:  Audacy’s KROQ (Los Angeles) posted its strongest ratings since summer 2004, with a September 6.7 share among adults 25–54. The “Klein.Ally.Show” (Kevin Klein and Ally Johnson) in mornings ranked No. 1 across major demos in September (including 10.8 in 18–34 and 9.4 in 25–54) and has led 25–54 for much of the year, though it was second in October behind KYSR’s “The Woody Show.” The resurgence ties to the return of longtime PD Kevin Weatherly (2022) and Kevin Ryder in afternoons (2025), plus the morning show’s local connection and storytelling. The station is preparing for its 35th Almost Acoustic Christmas.⁠

🗼Radio and SiriusXM Do Best with In-Car Listening:  Edison Research (via Share of Ear) found AM/FM radio and SiriusXM significantly over-index in the car relative to their overall audio shares (AM/FM index 160; SiriusXM 232). AM/FM continues to dominate ad-supported in-car audio time. Other platforms peak elsewhere: YouTube and audiobooks at home; streaming music and podcasts in “other” locations (gym, stores, etc.). The data underscores radio’s traditional strength in vehicles as the industry advocates for dashboard access.⁠

🗼Reporters Without Borders Calls for Removal of FCC Chair:  Reporters Without Borders (RSF) urged the incoming Congress (Democrats gaining control in January) to impeach FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, citing alleged weaponization of the agency against press outlets critical of the Trump administration, threats to licenses, investigations, and erosion of independence. RSF said this was its first call for removal of a U.S. official. Carr has previously described the FCC as not formally independent.⁠

🗼Country Singer to Acquire WRLT-FM in Nashville:  Garth Brooks’ Sevens Network LLC agreed to buy the 100.1 frequency currently used by adult-alternative “Lightning 100” (WRLT) from Tuned In Broadcasting for $3 million, subject to FCC approval. Brooks plans to launch “FM-100,” a country station blending legends, current artists, and especially female voices, with local information elements. Lightning 100 will move to 106.3 FM and 102.5 HD3 via Cromwell Media, preserving its format. Brooks said the idea stemmed from a “Save Our Station” post and aims to serve Nashville.⁠

🗼Appeals Court Rules Trump Administration Illegally Fired VOA Chief:  The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously affirmed that Voice of America Director Michael Abramowitz was illegally fired by then-senior adviser Kari Lake (and others) in August 2025. Removal required approval from the independent International Broadcasting Advisory Board. The panel upheld a lower-court injunction, rejecting arguments that the statutory protections were unconstitutional and describing them as a barrier protecting journalistic integrity. Abramowitz welcomed the ruling.⁠

🗼Grand Rapids: WLAV Adds Chuck and Dave The Freak Morning Show:  Cumulus Classic Rock WLAV-FM (97 LAV) in Grand Rapids added the nationally syndicated “Dave & Chuck The Freak” (Beasley Media / Key Networks, based at WRIF Detroit) for mornings (6–10:30 a.m.). The irreverent show (Dave Hunter, Chuck Urquhart/“The Freak,” and ensemble) replaces the prior local morning team. Travis Gibbs moved to afternoons; other dayparts remain local. Hosts and distributors welcomed the Michigan expansion.⁠

🗼Financial Woes for MediaCo:  MediaCo Holding disclosed ongoing defaults under its credit agreements. A November 2 third amendment extended the maturity of its Delayed Draw Term Loans from October 31 to the earliest of November 30, 2026, or certain acceleration/other triggers. The administrative agent (WhiteHawk) acknowledged continuing defaults while reserving rights. The company has faced liquidity pressures, a going-concern warning, reclassified debt, and prior covenant issues; it has limited cash and negative working capital.⁠

🗼SiriusXM Announces New CEO: SiriusXM appointed board member Anjali Sud (currently CEO of Fox’s Tubi streaming service, with prior experience at Vimeo) as CEO effective January 1, 2027. She succeeds Jennifer Witz, who is stepping down after nearly 25 years (including about six as CEO) and will remain in an advisory role through the end of 2027. Sud brings digital media, streaming, and advertising expertise; she has served on the board since March 2025. The company cited a strong foundation for the next phase.⁠

🗼Two Veteran Voices Retire at KSL in Salt Lake City:  Bonneville’s KSL Newsradio (1160/102.7) bid farewell to two longtime anchors. Morning co-host Amanda Dickson retired after nearly 40 years in radio (most of them at KSL, 34+ as morning host), signing off around November 12. Afternoon news anchor Jeff Caplan retired after more than four decades in broadcasting (including time at WCBS New York and years at KSL), with his final show earlier in the week. Both were praised for their connection with Utah listeners. The station announced new lineup elements, including Britt Johnson joining mornings with Andy Farnsworth and a new afternoon show.⁠

🕇RIP, In Memorial: 

Los Angeles Radio Pioneer Bob Moore:  Bob Moore, a longtime Los Angeles radio executive, died November 10 at age 81. He spent decades with Greater Media, Westwood One, and CBS Radio, overseeing stations including KHTZ, KLSX, and KRLA. He is best remembered for the 1995 flip of KLSX from classic rock to entertainment-oriented FM talk (bringing Howard Stern to the market and building a top-billing station). He later led Sports USA Media. Survivors include his wife Helen and family.⁠

Art Schreiber, Longtime New Mexico Radio General Manager:  Art (Arthur A.) Schreiber, a pioneering all-news broadcaster and advocate for the blind, died November 7 at age 98. His career included roles as reporter, anchor, news director, and VP/GM at Westinghouse stations (Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New York) and Hubbard (Minneapolis-St. Paul and KOB Albuquerque). He covered the Beatles’ first U.S. tour (and played Monopoly with them), interviewed JFK and MLK, and later lost his sight to detached retinas yet continued working and advocating, helping establish the New Mexico Commission for the Blind. He also ran for mayor of Albuquerque.⁠

Dick Lamb, Longtime Hampton Roads Radio Personality:  Dick Lamb, a defining voice and figure in Hampton Roads (Virginia) radio and television for decades, died November 10 at age 88 after a lengthy illness. He began in Baltimore in 1955, joined the Norfolk market in 1958, hosted shows including “The Dick Lamb Show” on TV, “Breakfast Bunch” on 101.3 2WD for more than 25 years, and “Dick Lamb and the Morning Wave” on 92.9. He was also a station owner/executive (involved in launching adult contemporary FM and Max Media properties) and mentor. He retired from mornings in 2019. The family requested donations to Alzheimer’s or blood-cancer charities.

🛈Look Ahead: Radio Industry Meetings and Seminars

• November 18: RAB webinar with Borrell Associates, “Digital Progress Report for 2026 — What to Expect in 2027” (1 p.m. ET), examining digital growth, forecasts, and strategies.⁠
• November 19: WorldDAB Summit in Vienna (focus on digital radio, automotive, regulation; keynote “Why Radio Wins”).
• November 23: Radio TechCon 2026 in London (IET Savoy Place)—sessions on cybersecurity, cloud transmission, studio upgrades, TAMS, and more.
• December 2: RAB live presentation on “The AI Advantage for Radio Sales.”

Radio History: Nov 15

➦In 1919...actress Carol Bruce was born in Great Neck NY. She is best remembered as the domineering station owner Mother Carlson in the sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. She also had recurring roles in General Hospital & Knot’s Landing. She died from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Oct. 9, 2007 at age 87.

➦In 1921...Westinghouse signed-on KYW in Chicago.

At first, it was jointly operated by Westinghouse and Commonwealth Edison, with Westinghouse later taking over as sole operator.

In 1927, Westinghouse affiliated its four radio stations (KYW, KDKA in Pittsburgh, WBZ in Springfield and WBZA in Boston) with the National Broadcasting Company's (NBC) Blue Network, originating from WJZ in New York City, which had been transferred from Westinghouse to the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) in 1923. Westinghouse had been a founding partner of RCA, NBC's original parent company.

In 1923, Westinghouse established a station, KFKX in Hastings, Nebraska, located near the center of the country. The station was designed to serve a dual purpose, of providing an agricultural service, and for testing the practicality of using shortwave transmitters to link together radio networks, with KFKX receiving much of its programming by shortwave from KDKA in Pittsburgh. In 1928 the project was abandoned, although it was announced that the KFKX programming was being consolidated with KYW.

Westinghouse now controlled two stations in addition to KYW in the Chicago area: KFKX and WEBH. On September 1, 1928 the Federal Radio Commission (FRC) ordered that their operations should be consolidated.  WEBH was deleted, and the two stations were merged, with a dual call letter assignment of KYW-KFKX, although the latter call sign would be rarely if ever used. On May 15, 1933, after the FRC requested that stations using only one of their assigned call letters drop those that were no longer in regular use, KFKX was eliminated and the station reverted to just KYW.

Under the provisions of the FRC's General Order 40, a sweeping reallocation of station frequency assignments was implemented on November 11, 1928. KYW was assigned to the clear channel frequency of 1020 kHz. However, under the provisions of the "Davis Amendment", eight clear channel frequencies were to be allocated to each of five national regions. Chicago was located in Region 4, while the reallocation provisions had reserved 1020 kHz for use in Region 2, a grouping of mid-Atlantic states.

1934 Ad

Westinghouse fought a long legal battle, attempting to keep KYW operating as a clear channel station on 1020 in Chicago. Finally it proposed moving the station to a Region 2 location, settling on Philadelphia.

After broadcasting its last program in Chicago on December 2, 1934, KYW aired its debut Philadelphia program the next day.  The move made KYW the easternmost U.S. radio station with a call sign beginning with "K".  KYW became Philadelphia's NBC-Blue Network outlet, an affiliation that lasted 20 years.

On March 29, 1941, KYW's clear channel assignment was shifted from 1020 to 1060 kHz, its current frequency, as part of a nationwide adjustment of assignments engineered by the North American Regional Broadcasting Agreement (NARBA).

KYW acquired a television counterpart in 1953, when Westinghouse bought Channel 3 WPTZ (now KYW-TV), the nation's third commercial television station and NBC's second television affiliate.[18]

In June 1955, Westinghouse agreed to trade 1060 KYW and TV Channel 3 WPTZ to NBC, in exchange for the NBC's Cleveland properties: 1100 WTAM, 105.7 WTAM-FM and Channel 3 WNBK. Westinghouse also received $3 million in cash compensation. The main impetus for the trade was NBC's desire to acquire an owned-and-operated TV station in the fourth-largest American television market. NBC had to receive a waiver for the swap because 1060 KYW and NBC Radio's New York City flagship, 660 WRCA (now WFAN) were both clear channel stations. At the time, the FCC normally did not allow common ownership of clear channel stations with overlapping nighttime coverage. After clearing the final regulatory hurdles, the swap went into effect on January 22, 1956.

On February 13, NBC changed KYW's call letters in Philadelphia to WRCV (for the RCA-Victor record label). At the same time, Westinghouse changed the call letters of its new Cleveland station from WTAM to KYW.  The Westinghouse-NBC station swap, and its subsequent reversal nine years later, resulted in two alternate ways to recount KYW's history. In the records of the FCC, the station in Philadelphia on 1060 kHz merely underwent two call letter and ownership changes, taking place in 1956 and 1965. However most KYW histories follow the path of the call letters, and refer to KYW moving from Philadelphia to Cleveland in 1956, then returning to Philadelphia nine years later.

Almost immediately after the NBC-Westinghouse trade was finalized, Westinghouse complained to the FCC and the United States Department of Justice that it had been coerced into making the station swap, including a threat by NBC to revoke Westinghouse's NBC-TV affiliations. A lengthy investigation was launched. In September 1959 the Justice Department issued a decision which, in part, instructed NBC to divest WRCV-AM-TV by the end of 1962. Several months later in early 1960, NBC announced it would trade its Philadelphia stations to RKO General in exchange for that company's Boston outlets. That proposed station swap was held up for nearly four years until the FCC issued a final decision in August 1964. The Commission renewed NBC's licenses for WRCV radio and television, on the condition that the 1956 station swap with Westinghouse be reversed. RKO General initially contested the FCC's decision, but soon gave up its efforts and bowed out of the competition.  Following nearly a year of appeals by NBC, Westinghouse regained control of WRCV-AM-TV on June 19, 1965 and subsequently restored the KYW call letters to the radio station.

Today, KYW is owned by Audacy and has been airing an All-News format since 1965.

➦In 1926...The National Broadcasting Company (NBC) began broadcasting comprised of a network of 24 radio stations.

3Q Was 'Challenging' For Beasley Media Group With Mounting Loss

Beasley Broadcast Group Inc. reported a wider loss and lower revenue Friday as the radio company continued to contend with soft traditional advertising while pressing ahead with cost cuts, digital margin gains and balance-sheet moves.⁠

The Naples, Florida-based company posted a net loss of $12.1 million, or $6.51 per diluted share, for the three months ended Sept. 30, compared with a loss of $3.6 million, or $1.97 per share, a year earlier. Revenue fell 16.1% to $42.8 million (down 10.2% on a same-station basis). Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure of operating performance, was about $1.3 million versus $3.9 million in the prior-year period.

Local revenue, including locally sold digital packages, accounted for 76% of net revenue and declined 6% year over year. Digital revenue totaled $9.8 million, down 24% year over year and 12% on a same-station basis; it represented 23% of net revenue (24% excluding political advertising). The digital segment’s operating margin expanded to 32% from 21% a year earlier. Revenue from new business made up 14% of the total.⁠

Operating expenses, excluding corporate costs, depreciation and amortization, fell about $7 million, or 15.1%. Station operating income was roughly $3.6 million (an 8.5% margin). Corporate expenses rose to about $3.9 million from $2.2 million, driven by restructuring, financing and transaction costs; excluding nonrecurring items they were about $2.8 million.⁠

Caroline Beasley

After quarter-end the company completed sales of two radio stations and two parcels of real estate that generated more than $10 million in net proceeds. Combined with a September equity raise of about $4.6 million, the moves reduced first-lien notes outstanding to roughly $3.6 million. The company has posted a presentation covering third-quarter highlights to its website for review on Friday’s conference call.⁠

“While the advertising environment remains challenging, our third-quarter results demonstrate the tangible progress we are making in building a more efficient and financially resilient company,” Chief Executive Officer Caroline Beasley said. She pointed to structural cost reductions, stronger digital margins and growth in local direct advertising as positives, while emphasizing priorities of stabilizing core revenue, expanding digital profitability, improving free cash flow and reducing leverage.⁠

Beasley owns and operates radio stations in markets including Boston, Philadelphia, Detroit, Charlotte, Tampa and Las Vegas. Shares traded near $5.50–$5.60 around the release.

Sade, Oasis, Iron Maiden to Skip Rock Hall Induction

Sade, Oasis and Iron Maiden, three of this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, will not attend their induction ceremony Saturday in Los Angeles.

Sade, the “Smooth Operator” group led by Sade Adu, confirmed the news Tuesday. “Sorry we can’t be there in person to celebrate with the other artists,” Adu said in a statement. “Please know that our absence takes nothing away from how much this recognition means to us.”

Oasis singer Liam Gallagher said in posts on X that the trip was too far and that he dislikes award ceremonies. His brother Noel will instead perform at Goldie’s EFG Jazz Festival at London’s Royal Festival Hall, his first solo concert since Oasis reunited last year.

Iron Maiden, honored after 21 years of eligibility, said in April the ceremony conflicts with its 50th anniversary tour dates in Australia. “The fans always come first and the shows will of course go on,” manager Rod Smallwood said.

Absences are not unusual, according to Rolling Stone. Past honorees who skipped the stage include Paul McCartney, David Bowie, Eddie Van Halen, Axl Rose and the Sex Pistols.

Also being inducted are Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Wu-Tang Clan, Joy Division/New Order and the late Luther Vandross, along with Early Influence honorees Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, Queen Latifah, Gram Parsons and MC Lyte.

The ceremony will air on ABC and Disney+ in December.

Cruz Sets Confirmation Vote for FCC Nominee

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has scheduled a Wednesday, Nov. 18 vote on the confirmation of Danielle Thumann Severs, a Republican nominee to the FCC.

If confirmed, she would become the commission’s fourth member. The FCC typically has five commissioners; her appointment would give Republicans a 3–1 majority, with Democrat Anna Gomez as the sole Democratic member.

Thumann Severs, a senior legal adviser to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, appeared Tuesday before the Senate Commerce Committee in a hearing that at times grew contentious. Democrats accused her of evading their questions. Though she was one of four nominees questioned during the nearly two-hour session, she received about three-quarters of the questions.

Savannah Guthrie Extends NBC News Contract

Savannah Guthrie has signed a contract extension with NBC News, keeping the longtime “Today” co-anchor at the network after months of uncertainty about her future, TheWrap has confirmed.

The deal, first reported by Breaker, comes as “Today” posts its strongest ratings in years. The program recently reclaimed the top spot in total viewers after more than a decade.

The renewal follows a difficult year for Guthrie, 54. Her mother, Nancy Guthrie, 84, disappeared from her Arizona home in February after last being seen Jan. 31. Authorities have not publicly identified a suspect. Guthrie took time away from “Today” before returning in April. The investigation remains ongoing.

NBC Celebrates 100 Years

From its earliest days in radio to the rise of television and today’s media landscape, NBC has been at the forefront of how Americans experience the world. Through a century of defining moments, NBC has been there as history unfolded, bringing it into homes across the country and helping generations of Americans experience it together. 

As NBC celebrates its 100th anniversary, take a look back at some of the historic firsts and defining moments that have shaped both NBC and American life. 

Larry Kane, Longtime Fixture On Philly Radio-TV Retires

Larry Kane, 84, a longtime Philadelphia broadcaster known for his Beatles coverage and interviews with eight presidents, has officially retired after more than six decades in journalism.

The Brooklyn native began in Miami radio at 15. In 1961, while based there, he became the first U.S. correspondent to report the Bay of Pigs invasion after receiving a tip from friends in the city’s Cuban exile community.

Kane moved to Philadelphia in 1965 as an anchor at WFIL Radio and WFIL-TV, which later became WPVI-TV. He was the face of the station’s “Action News” format when it launched in 1970, helping develop its fast-paced style with 90-second story limits and expanded coverage of city and suburban affairs. Then 26, he helped shape the newscast’s conversational tone and coined its signature line, “The big story on ‘Action News’ is ...”

For the past 23 years, he has been a special contributor and radio commentator for KYW Newsradio.

NYTimes Names Leadership Changes at The Daily

Paige Cowett has been named Editor in Chief of The New York Times’ flagship news podcast “The Daily,” with former Gimlet Media executive Nazanin Rafsanjani joining as Managing Editor, as the program nears its second decade.

The appointments, announced internally by Deputy Managing Editor Sam Dolnick, position the show for a new phase focused on growth. Cowett, who has been with “The Daily” since its earliest days and helped shape its editorial voice and coverage of major news events, will oversee daily editorial decisions and the podcast’s longer-term direction. Rafsanjani arrives with a mandate that includes expanding the show’s reach through video and new formats.

Dolnick emphasized in a staff email that Cowett’s interest in experimenting with video and new formats will be central to the next phase as The Times works to attract new audiences. The changes come as “The Daily,” one of the most influential news podcasts, continues to adapt its storytelling and distribution strategies nearly a decade after its launch.

Taylor Swift Set for Return to CMA Awards Stage

Taylor Swift is scheduled to make a high-profile return to the CMA Awards stage next Wednesday as a featured performer, marking a major comeback to one of country music’s most prestigious events.

Swift, who is nominated for Single of the Year for “I Knew It, I Knew You,” enters the ceremony with a career total of 26 CMA nominations. This appearance will be her first on the CMA stage in 13 years, following her 2013 performance of “Red” alongside Vince Gill and Alison Krauss.

A decorated history links the superstar to the association. Swift is a two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year, famously remaining the youngest artist to ever secure the award. Her relationship with the CMAs began in 2006, leading to a Horizon Award in 2007 and the esteemed Pinnacle Award, which she received over a decade ago in a star-studded tribute featuring industry legends she supported early in her career.

The 60th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 18. The ceremony is scheduled to air from 8:00–11:00 PM ET on ABC and Disney+, with on-demand streaming available the following day on Hulu.

The 60th Annual CMA Awards is a production of the Country Music Association.

Survey: 22% of Americans Cancel Subscriptions After Price Increase

More than one in five Americans canceled a subscription after a price increase in the past year, while many say greater flexibility and better-value bundles could persuade them to stay, according to research by Bango.

The survey of 2,500 U.S. adults found that 22% had canceled a subscription following a price rise. Yet 61% said they would be more likely to keep subscriptions if they were offered at a lower price in a bundle. More than half of respondents, 52%, still considered their subscriptions worth the cost.

Four in 10 respondents said they had wanted to keep a subscription but canceled because they could not pause it or switch to a free option. That figure rose to 50% among Gen Z respondents.

Consumers are already adjusting their plans to manage costs. In the past 12 months, 17% moved to a cheaper plan, 12% switched to a lower-priced, ad-supported plan and 14% combined separate subscriptions into a bundle. Among Gen Z, 21% said they had moved subscriptions into a bundle.

Phoenix Radio: KMLE 107.9 Hero Walk Raises $57K+

KMLE 107.9 FM, an Audacy station in Phoenix, raised over $57,000 for Soldier’s Best Friend (SBF). All proceeds go toward SBF’s mission of providing U.S. veterans living with service-related PTSD or TBI with rescued service and therapeutic companion dogs. The cost to rescue, train and equip each shelter dog is approximately $7,500.

The initiative was led by morning show hosts Niko Petrou and Gabe Mercer in honor of Veterans Day. The duo walked 15 miles across the valley from Scottsdale Quarter to Four Peaks Brewing Company on November 9 and 10th, broadcasting live and accepting donations for SBF on the air from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. MST.