11/08/2026
As Q2 listening figures land and brands look for smarter ways to drive performance, audio continues to prove its role as a powerful foundation for modern marketing strategies in 2026.
Here’s what stood out this month and why it matters for businesses 👇
1️⃣ CCUK Listening Figures
Reach 3.566 million adults across CCUK's Capital, Heart, Smooth and Radio X 90s stations who are tuning in for over 27 million hours per week. Discover what this means for businesses and how you can effectively reach this engaged audience.
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2️⃣ Why Audio Is No Longer the Finish Line. It's the Start Line
Discover how to turn listeners into advocates and build campaigns that drive real, lasting impact for your brand. Sport Social’s Brand Partnerships Director, Paul Swaine, explores why the most effective campaigns go beyond audio to create connected, multi-channel experiences that audiences actually remember.
Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q04snZmk0
3️⃣ First Speakers Announced For Tuning In 2026
Radiocentre have announced the first speakers for Tuning In 2026, with industry heavyweights Les Binet and Andrew Tindall set to take the stage. The flagship event will explore how audio drives growth, backed by new research and powerful real-world evidence. Click through to see what’s in store and why this is a must-attend for brands looking to maximise impact.
Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q04sp4v-0
4️⃣ Make Your Brand the One Customers Search For
“Search by name” is shifting brands from competing in generic searches to creating demand before the search even begins.
Discover why branded search drives stronger intent, higher conversions, and more efficient spend — and how channels like radio help make your brand memorable. Learn how to get customers searching for you, not just your category.
Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q04sp5qW0
5️⃣ Events In 2026
Discover the key audio and media events taking place throughout the year. See what’s coming up and sign up to attend.
📍 DigiMarCon UK - London (3rd-4th September)
📍 Tuning In London (23rd September)
📍 MarketingWeek's Festival of Marketing - London (14th October)