Smulyan Book To Be Released on November 8th
Until he started to sell off his radio properties, Jeff Smulyan was the longest-running executive on our 40 Most Powerful People in Radio list (1996-2019). The Emmis CEO has written a book called Never Ride a Rollercoaster Upside Down which is set for release on November 8th. You can pre-order it HERE.
Large List Of NAB Show Exhibitors
32 first-time exhibitors are included in the large list of exhibitors set for the upcoming NAB Show New York. The new exhibitors are among more than 230 companies that will be part of the October 19-20 show at the Javits Center in NYC.
Beasley Launches Ian Recovery Radiothon
Beasley Media Group on Monday launched a company-wide initiative that encourages listeners to donate to the American Red Cross, which is actively on the ground in Southwest Florida helping those impacted by Hurricane Ian. Beasley's headquarters is in Naples, Fla., and it escaped flooding woes as did its radio stations, located in another facility.
Progressive Continues To Lead
Progressive managed to stay put at the top of the Media Monitors List. The top three remain the same as a week ago with all three adding significantly to their spot inventory.
Emily Boldon Big Role For CMG
Emily Boldon has been named Director of Operations for Cox Media Group Atlanta and Director of AC/Hot AC Content for CMG. She has been recognized five times in Radio Ink Magazine as one of the “Most Influential Woman in Radio.”
KMJ Helps Raise Over $650K
NewsTalk 580/105.9 KMJ in Fresno helped raise $656,000 for the Central California Food Bank. The Cumulus station teamed up with local agriculture company Gar Bennett for the 2022 Feeding Families Fund Drive.
Radio Resources Product Expansion
Radio Resources has expanded its platform with more products and services for medium to small market radio broadcasters. The newly added products and services include additional programming options, a traffic system, sales training, and more.
Who Are Radio’s Young Stars?
We're looking for radio rock stars that are 30 years of age or under to put on our 30 Under 30 list in December. Tell us who you think should be on that list. Here are the criteria...
WUOG in Athens Turns 50
Alumni from the legendary college radio station WUOG “90.5 FM” in Athens, GA, have announced events surrounding the station’s 50th anniversary. Public radio WUOG launched on October 22nd, 1972 and has been operated by UGA students for its entirety.
What’s Your Value To Your Clients?
(By Rick Fink) As a media rep, whether you like it or not, you're being judged by your prospects and clients, not just at the beginning of your relationship, but all the time.
Podcast Takes Off With Blue Angels
"Lead Balloon" podcast is laying claim as being the first to fly with the US Navy Blue Angels. Hosted by PR practitioner and former journalist Dusty Weis, looks at the PR and Marketing aspect of the precision flight team; and gets a chance to hitch a ride into 'The Danger Zone'.
Brit Pooch Podcast Raising Funds
"Paws To Talk" is helping raise funds during 'Dogtober'. Insurance company MORE THAN has partnered with UK based charity Dogs for Good to launch the podcast, coinciding with the month-long fund-raising campaign.
A Kardashian True Crime Podcast
"Kim Kardashian’s The System: The Case of Kevin Keith", is a True Crime original podcast narrated by Kim Kardashian. True crime podcast producer Lori Rothschild Ansaldi joins Kardashian for that examines the story of Kevin Keith, convicted of a triple-homicide nearly 30 years ago.
Stigall Extends Contract In Philly
Chris Stigall has signed a multi-year extension to remain with Philadelphia’s WNTP. Stigall has been the host of “Philadelphia’s Morning Answer with Chris Stigall” on Salem Media Group AM 990, The Answer for three years.
El Dorado Announces New CEO
El Dorado Broadcasters has hired Jonathan Brewster as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brewster most recently held the same position at Cherry Creek Media, which was sold to Townsquare in June. El Dorado owns 10 radio stations in California and Arizona.
L.A. Wave Welcomes Hernandez
Starting October 3, KTWV-FM, Los Angeles welcomes Liz Hernandez to 94.7 The Wave. As a SoCal native, Hernandez started her entertainment career as a radio host on the Power 106 FM nationally syndicated show “Big Boy’s Neighborhood.”
New App Features Black Media
Play Ode is a new app that streams Black radio stations and podcasts. The Ode Audio product also provides Black news and information by partnering with iHeartMedia and BIN: Black Information Network.
New iHeartLand Event Sees ‘Trap Nerds’ In Metaverse
In the metaverse, "The Trap Nerds" is debuting in iHeartLand on Roblox, streaming for users on the main stage at State Farm Park. iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God’s The Black Effect Podcast Network have teamed up for the event.
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