There’s good news and bad news.
The stations everyone says are not for sale are available for the right price.
The bad news – this bidder can be a cheap son of a bitch.
Reputation for nickel and diming sellers.
What it will take to get Bob Pittman to sell – yes, people believe he will for a decent offer.
How many markets could be sold.
Why workers at these stations would probably like the buyer better than iHeart as an employer.
The x-factor that could eventually make the new buyer feel no better than the “best practices” of iHeart.
Why the potential buyer may be so hot to buy iHeart castoffs.
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I am holding my 6th annual media conference in Philly this year on March 18th. This time we’re focusing on independent groups who are finding ways to survive the financial problems of the majors – innovate, don’t imitate. New ideas. Better radio. Ways to generate more revenue without increasing the number of advertisers and tremendous opportunities in video. I hope you can reserve the date and lock in a seat at today’s rates here.
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