Month: May 2026

Radio On Main Street with Urban One’s Eddie Harrell on Radio and its Opportunities

In our third episode of the Radio on Main Street series recorded on-site at NAB Show 2026, Mike Hulvey sits down with Eddie Harrell, co-president of the audio division at Urban One.

In this episode, we hear about Harrell’s path to his current role, his perspective on the continued growth of audio and what’s ahead for Urban One. Harrell is also a member of RAB’s Multicultural Committee, and we get his perspective on the radio industry as well.

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Black Consumers, Brand Trust and Radio’s Unique Connection

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

Black consumers continue driving cultural influence, purchasing behavior and marketplace trends across industries ranging from beauty and fashion to technology, food and entertainment. Their influence extends far beyond direct spending power, shaping what becomes culturally relevant, socially amplified and commercially successful.

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Radio On Main Street with CBS Correspondent and podcaster Mo Rocca on Storytelling

In our second episode of the Radio on Main Street series recorded on-site at NAB Show 2026, RAB’s Mike Hulvey sits down with Mo Rocca of CBS Sunday Morning.

At this year’s show, Rocca was honored with the 2026 Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) Insight Award, recognizing his distinctive and impactful approach to storytelling.

Known for uncovering the unexpected and bringing humanity to every story, Rocca reflects on his unconventional career path, his enduring curiosity and the craft behind stories that connect across audiences. 

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Radio On Main Street Featuring Hulvey & LeGeyt: From NAB Show 2026

RAB was on the ground at NAB Show 2026 in Las Vegas. The convention brought together nearly 60,000 attendees, including over 1,100 exhibitors alongside high-profile keynote speakers and forward-looking sessions spanning broadcasting, media, advertising and entertainment. The conversation throughout the week for radio was clear: the medium continues to evolve—with new opportunities, and a shared commitment to moving forward with One Voice.

In this first episode of the Radio on Main Street series, Mike Hulvey sits down with NAB’s President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt captured as the exhibit floor opened, setting the stage for the key themes of the show.

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Five Key Reasons Radio Should Feel Optimistic

Contributor: Celine Matthiessen, VP of insights and analytics, BIA Advisory Services

As 2026 heads into its second half, local radio sellers and marketers are facing a complex but opportunity-rich marketplace.

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Boomers Hold the Wealth. Radio Holds the Connection.

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

Marketers have spent years chasing younger consumers – following emerging platforms, evolving behaviors and cultural trends. But in the race to connect with millennials and Gen Z, many advertisers may be overlooking one of the most financially powerful audiences in America: baby boomers.

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