Daily Press Summary | Thursday 15 August 2019

Bauer launches seven new streaming radio services
Seven new brand extension radio services from KISS, Kerrang! and heat have launched online today from Bauer.
Radio Today

Sister Bliss signs up for series on Scala Radio
Although one of the founding members of dance act Faithless, Sister Bliss is a classically trained musician who attended the Royal College of Music.
Radio Today

Gender ad bans set ‘concerning’ precedent, say advertisers
Criticism of watchdog’s decision under new stereotypes rules.
Financial Times (£)

Pram ad is harmless — women are better at childcare, says John Humphrys
As retirement nears, John Humphrys is finally letting his guard down and sharing personal opinions with listeners.
The Times (£)

A brief guide to why everyone is fuming at Radio 4’s John Humphrys today
John Humphrys managed a triple-whammy of controversy on Wednesday morning after clashing with guests.
Huffington Post

How marketers can unlock the potential of native video ads in the age of TikTok
Consumers’ attention is moving from the small screen to the even smaller screen — the smartphone.
The Drum

Gemma Collins launches ‘no-holds barred’ podcast with BBC Radio 1
The GC is taking over the airwaves.
Evening Standard

From the dark arts to creative magic: the rise of gaming
The video-game industry is a hotbed of artistry and innovation, worth more than the film and music sectors combined. Yet there is a tendency for brands and ad agencies to overlook it as a marketing channel.
Campaign (£)

A golden age for live sport…but not TV advertising
The enduring power of live sport is crucial to linear TV, but some commercial broadcasters seem determined to make it unwatchable, writes Nick Manning.
Mediatel