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(By Mike McVay) What does Apple Radio know about On-Air Personalities that some Radio Executives don’t know?  That question is raised because Apple Music Radio recently launched two new radio channels, and rebranded an existing channel, with on-air personalities to enhance the listening experience. 

(By Randy Lane) Only 50 days until the election. Here are some proven, low-controversy, fun ideas from radio shows across the country that will keep your listeners engaged.

The next installment of CRS360, will pivot toward the music industry. Record Labels: 20 Things We’ve Learned In ’20, will examine how it has learned to expose, engage, and further develop artists and music during Covid times.

100 Years of Buffalo Broadcasting, written by Buffalo media writer Steve Cichon, is a 432 page look at 50 years of radio and TV in that market. The book includes over 600 pictures of Buffalo broadcasters. More HERE.

WXXI's Connections could play a role in an investigation into a campaign finance investigation. Mayor Lovely Warren was a guest in 2017 when Evan Dawson asked her about her campaign and a PAC. As WHAM-TV reports Dawson went before a grand jury to discuss the matter.

Bonneville Denver sports host Tyler Polumbus, will be riding 100 miles on his bike around Empower Field Saturday to raise awareness for Overaian Cancer. Pedal with Polumbus to BEAT Ovarian Cancer is a fundraising campaign for the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance.

HBO's Craig Carton documentary will air October 7 at 8PM. A two-minute trailer has been released to promote the show that details the disgraced former WFAN morning show co-hosts gambling problem and the ponzi scheme that resulted in a conviction and jail time. WATCH

The fourth annual I’m Listening, a live national program that brings together artists, athletes and medical specialists to raise awareness and end the stigma of talking about mental health is set for later this month. The two-hour special will air nationwide on Wednesday, September 23.

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is joining the National Association of Broadcasters in celebrating the 100th Anniversary of radio. The Association has created a web page with PSAs and information focusing on 100 years of broadcasting in the Peach State.

Compass draws on Nielsen's dataset resources to look at the critical elements of marketing campaigns. The company is targeting marketers to aid them in making data-driven decisions.