Radio World NewsBytes: Foreign App Review; Local Radio’s Relevance

Radio World NewsBytes Editor – Brett Moss Radio World Editor in Chief – Paul McLane   Tell Us About Your Convention Prep Will you cover the RNC and DNC on-site this summer? Radio World is gathering stories and wants to hear from you now. Email Paul McLane. Top Stories - 6/27/16 FCC Proposal Would Streamline Foreign App Review Process Proposed NPRM would increase transparency of how foreign ownership applications are reviewed. BIA/Kelsey: Local Radio Stations Remain Relevant One in a series this week delving into the recently released report "The Position of Local Radio Stations: Trends for 2016 & Beyond." Radio Stations, "Licensed to Serve" When is the last time you heard about audio giants Pandora, iTunes or Spotify — or any national audio streaming service — doing something to help your local community? News & Technology BUSINESS: BMI Extends Contract for President/CEO EAS: Manufacturer Says FCC Proposals Go Too Far BBG: Board Feels Push for Reforms DIVERSITY: MMTC Pushes FCC on Pared List of Imperatives LISTENING: Millennial Radio Habits Differ by Political Views WBW: South African Radio Federation Goes With WinMedia GUEST COMMENTARY: NextRadio Delivers Data Attribution Around the Industry Community Radio Has to Partner With Podcasters (Wash. Post) Stacia L. Brown argues that local broadcasters and niche podcasters can combine efforts to give voice to underserved minorities. Uber Gives Drivers Ad-Free Pandora (Venture Beat) Goodbye Spotify? Hams Drill for Emergencies (Lafayette Journal & Courier) Amateur radio operators participated in the annual Amateur Radio Field Day over the weekend, practicing communication during chaos. "Cousin" Brucie Morrow on His Fabulous Career (Examiner) At 78, the legendary announcer makes a shocking confession in a Q&A about his life and times. Calendar of Events Podcast Movement July 6–8 Hyatt Regency Chicago Chicago The Conclave 41 July 13–15 Crowne Plaza Hotel MSP Airport/Mall of America Bloomington, Minn. Inaugural WWLS Bob Barry, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic Aug. 8 The Greens Country Club Oklahoma City, Okla. Texas Association of Broadcasters 63rd Annual Convention & Trade Show Aug. 10–11 Renaissance Austin Hotel Austin, Texas Nebraska Broadcasters Association 2016 Annual Convention Aug. 16–17 Embassy Suites Lincoln, Neb. For a full list of upcoming events visit the Radio World calendar page.

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