Radio Pumps Up Marketing Effectiveness

Audio advertising can boost audience engagement from the top of the funnel to the bottom

Author: Tammy Greenberg SVP Business Development, RAB

The pressure is on almost every marketer. A whopping 95 percent of marketing leaders say their teams are under more pressure than ever to prove marketing’s value, according to “CMSWire’s 2025 State of the CMO Report.” Equally worrisome, the report, based on the responses from 515 marketing leaders, found that 69 percent of marketers feel the gravity of responsibility to deliver quantifiable ROI, up from 59 percent in 2023. Using audio media platforms to amplify brand-building efforts — and drive full-funnel results — could be the solution to relieve the pressure.

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Radio Builds Business for Home Improvement Retailers

Author: Victor Texcucano, Content Coordinator, RAB

Home improvement never stops. Whether it’s to place your home on the real estate market or just to simply boost curb appeal, consumers are always on the hunt for inspiration, tools and materials to get the job done.

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Holiday Shopping Creates Big Opportunities for Local Media Advertising

Contributor: Mallory Bouslog, senior account executive, Marketron

Despite fourth quarter signaling the end of the year, it is also actually a huge advertising opportunity for the year. Retail and other industries see bumps in spending, making it critical to promote their business to rake in holiday shopping sales.

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Driving Demand: How Radio Moves the Needle with RV Enthusiasts

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

As the weather begins to change in some parts of the U.S., people across the country are reminiscing about their vacations, road trips and travels. That doesn’t mean that those events are over.

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Radio’s Powerful Role Among Black Consumers

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

Growth opportunities. In today’s economic environment, this is what businesses large and small are looking for – growth in awareness, traffic and sales. Growth comes from change – a shift in strategies, tactics and marketing.

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All Treats No Tricks with Radio

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

With Christmas in July behind us, is it too early to start thinking about Halloween? The answer to that is no. One visit to a big-box retailer will immediately answer that question.

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Here are Radio’s Truths

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

There is no doubt that today’s media landscape is fragmented and that capturing a consumer’s attention is difficult. Brands need a medium that can not only capture their attention, but one that offers scale, boosts other media, engages and delivers results.

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Radio is Still #1

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

If you have read this blog in the past, you have read about radio’s inarguable strengths. You’ve read about radio’s ability to connect, engage and deliver results. This post is different.

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Engaging with Consumers Who Have the Cash to Splash

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

While some brands focus on reaching the next generation, it may be wise to connect with today’s wealthiest consumer segment – baby boomers.

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Diverse Consumers are Growth Opportunities for Auto Dealers

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

The auto industry is once again claiming a stronghold in news headlines. What are the tariff implications? When is the best time to buy? What are consumers thinking? Even if you are currently not in the market for a vehicle, some of the headlines may cause you to reconsider…just in case.

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It’s Time Marketers Hear the Truth About Audio

Misconceptions about audio could leave brands missing out on a valuable medium

Author: Tammy Greenberg, SVP/Business Development, RAB

Audio consumption has seen significant growth in recent years due to an expanding landscape. With consumers turning to audio for the convenience that it provides – allowing them to multitask – and the plethora of content to suit all moods and needs, it may be no surprise that WARC reports audio has grown significantly faster than media consumption overall, across demographics. However, there is a significant gap in the investments marketers allocate to audio versus other media. WARC projected that, by 2024, audio would account for 24.5 percent of all ad-supported media consumption but only 8.4 percent of ad investments. The disparity between engagement with audio and investment in audio is profound.

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The New 3-Minute Qualifer Data Insights

Authors: Tammy Greenberg, SVP/Business Development, RAB and Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

First quarter audience levels are the highest they have been since 2022. What now?

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Every Second, Every Minute Matters

Authors: Tammy Greenberg, SVP/Business Development, RAB and Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

Have you ever thought about what happens in 60 seconds on the internet? Think about what you do in 60 seconds. With more media options available today, consumers are swiping, snipping, chatting and listening at lightning speed.

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Traveling with Radio

Author: Nick Arias, Research & Insights Assistant, RAB

No matter the season, Americans tend to plan their future travel time throughout the course of the year. The idea of being on the beach, visiting new places and being out of the house is what excites all travelers the most.

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There’s a new generation to know – Generation Alpha

Author: Victor Texcucano, Content Coordinator, RAB

Times change. Millennials were once unceremoniously set aside in favor of Generation Z. Well, karma may be real, because it’s now happened to Generation Z, as marketers now focus on the newest generation – Generation Alpha. Marketers must now focus on this young generation, who have their own unique quirks and characteristics.

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Humans Matter

Author: Tammy Greenberg, SVP Business Development/RAB

In the age of AI, audio’s ability to forge deeply personal and trusted relationships with listeners is an opportunity for brands.

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How to Have a Healthy Sales Year in Fitness

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

At the start of each year, Americans get focused on health and fitness. According to the Health & Fitness Association, approximately 96 million adults plan on making this a priority.

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The Power of Social Media and Radio

Author: Nick Arias, Research & Insights Assistant, RAB

According to Edison Research’s The Infinite Dial 2024 study, an estimated 235 million people (82%) are social media users.

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Radio Builds Home Improvement Businesses

Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB

If you are a homeowner, you are most certainly familiar with the “honey-do” list. (If you are not a homeowner, it is a list of maintenance tasks that need to be done around the home.) Somehow, these lists never seem to end – the moment you cross one task off, another quickly takes its place.

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Time for a 5-Minute Timeout

Contributor: Rich Tunkel, Managing Director, Nielsen Audio

If you think three minutes goes by quickly you can try holding your breath, although it’s not recommended. I doubt you’ve ever spent half that time with a single social video or post, but you’d still be included in the impression figures. Advertisers credit just a few seconds as an impression when it comes to digital video ads. But until now, radio has required a full five minutes of exposure for a listener to qualify to be part of the audience.

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