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Tony Katz

Indianapolis’ Tony Katz Gets Syndication Deal With Key Networks

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Key Networks has expanded its syndicated programming lineup to include the conservative political talk show Tony Katz Today. Starting April 22, the show will be available to News/Talk stations across the US from its flagship station WIBC in Indianapolis.
Slacker

Kansas City Radio Host Slacker Passes At 59 From Cancer

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Cumulus Media Classic Rock station 101 The Fox (KCFX) in Kansas City has announced the passing of afternoon host, Brian "Slacker" Adams, who died...
WFAN

WFAN Honors John Sterling As Yankees Radio Voice Retires

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John Sterling, the iconic radio voice of the New York Yankees, announced his retirement after a 36-year career in the broadcast booth. The announcement marks the end of an era for the 85-year-old broadcaster who first joined the Yankees' radio team in 1989.
Ryan Hurley

Ryan Hurley Fills Brand Manager Vacancy At NYC’s WFAN

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Audacy has announced the appointment of Ryan Hurley as the new Brand Manager of New York's WFAN, succeeding Spike Eskin who has moved to SportsRadio 94WIP in Philadelphia. Hurley will also helm the recently renamed Infinity Sports Network.
Donna Hall

Former Atlanta Radio GM Donna Hall Exits Retirement For CSS

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Two years after stepping away from the media industry, Donna Hall is coming out of retirement. The 35-year Cox Media Group alum has been named the leader of executive coaching firm Robertson Lowstuter, recently acquired by The Center for Sales Strategy.
Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki

Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki Take Mornings In Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh radio is getting a new morning show as Audacy introduces Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki to Y108 (WDSY). Berger is the 2021 Media Association of Pittsburgh's Rising Star Award recipient. Gorecki has been with Audacy since 2017.
Steve “Sparky” Fifer

‘Sparky’ Fifer Brings Back Local Afternoons On Milwaukee’s Fan

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Steve “Sparky” Fifer has launched a new afternoon show on Audacy Milwaukee's 1250 The Fan (WSSP-AM). Wisconsin Sports Daily starts April 15, marking The Fan's first local daily show since August 2022.
Mister Cee

Mister Cee Remembered For Hip-Hop Radio From NYC to GTA IV

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New York City's Hot 97 (WQHT) has announced the passing of Calvin LeBrun, widely known as Mister Cee, at the age of 57. The Brooklyn native was a revered NYC radio star, and is credited with discovering the Notorious B.I.G. and kickstarting Big Daddy Kane's career.
Bill Dean

Longtime Minnesota AM Host Bill Dean Announces Retirement

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A familiar voice to central Minnesota radio listeners is stepping away from the mic after more than 51 years. Bill Dean is set to sign off of KWLM-AM for the last time at the end of April after five decades on Lakeland Broadcasting's stations in Willmar.
Charley Smith

Manager Role Resonates With Charley Smith At Frequency

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Charlie Smith has joined audio industry workflow automation and ad management provider Frequency as its new Technical Account Manager. In his role, Smith will provide technical assistance to clients, leading platform onboarding, training, and customer support.

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