BLR vs iHeartMedia

Zinnow Hands Over Radio Programming, Takes New Role

Ralf Zinnow, program director at Antenne Bayern Group, is transitioning to a new role as head of market development and partnerships, focusing on expanding new brands like Chillout Antenne and 80er 90er Oldie Antenne. He will retain responsibility for the cooperation with BLR, the service company for Bavarian local radio programs. The programming division will be led by a trio of his deputies: Bettina von Bentzel (deputy editor-in-chief, team lead), Nick Lisson (entertainment chief), and Benni Kostal (head of programming design and marketing), who will report directly to management. The transition is described as a joint decision by management, not a demotion, and reflects a strategic move to bolster growth. Zinnow has a long history with the group, joining in 1995 as a volunteer and serving as editor, editor-in-chief, and program director since 2024.

• Ralf Zinnow becomes head of market development and partnerships, overseeing new brands Chillout Antenne and 80er 90er Oldie Antenne.
• Bettina von Bentzel, Nick Lisson, and Benni Kostal share program leadership, reporting to management.
• Zinnow retains responsibility for cooperation with BLR, the service company for Bavarian local radio programs.

10-Q Financial Filing Analysis for iHeartMedia (2026-08-10)

For the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, iHeartMedia reported consolidated revenue of $977.24 million, up 4.7% year-over-year from $933.65 million. Revenue growth was led by the Digital Audio Group (+12.4% YoY to $364.08 million, with Podcasting up 20.7% to $162.07 million) and Audio & Media Services (+18.8% YoY to $80.47 million), offset by a 1.6% contraction in the Multiplatform Group to $535.67 million. Operating income stood essentially flat at $35.50 million versus $35.37 million in Q2 2025, while net loss narrowed slightly to $82.54 million compared to $83.99 million in the prior-year period. Operating cash flow improved significantly to $64.88 million from $6.82 million, yielding Free Cash Flow of $45.95 million compared to $(13.18) million in Q2 2025.

• Consolidated revenue increased 4.7% YoY in Q2 2026 to $977.24 million, driven by a 20.7% surge in Podcasting revenue to $162.07 million and higher barter revenue from strategic marketing initiatives.
• The company maintained total available liquidity of $457.2 million as of June 30, 2026 ($174.4 million in cash and $282.7 million in ABL availability), and subsequently amended its $450 million ABL facility on August 7, 2026, extending its maturity to January 30, 2029.
• Announced an incremental $50 million annualized cost-reduction initiative in Q2 2026 on top of $100 million in previously announced 2026 savings, targeting operational efficiencies across broadcast and corporate functions.

USA Lacrosse And iHeartMedia Launch Strategic Partnership

USA Lacrosse has entered into a landmark partnership with iHeartMedia, giving the sport access to the nation's largest audio media platform as it continues its ascent ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

USA Lacrosse And iHeartMedia Launch Strategic Partnership

USA Lacrosse has entered into a landmark partnership with iHeartMedia, giving the sport access to the nation's largest audio media platform as it continues its ascent ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.