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(By Mike Donovan) Some talents can be funny, witty, and clever, but still lack charm and a special warmth that could help grow them into a multi-dimensional personality brand. We all know people who are simply “charming.”

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Spanish-language media conglomerate TelevisaUnivision has reported an 11% increase in consolidated total revenue for Q2, while still keeping audio-specific figures hidden. In a Thursday release, the company announced revenue of $1.2 billion in the second quarter.

The Broadcasters Foundation of America held its inaugural Media Mixer on Thursday night at iHeartMedia's New York City offices. Hosted by personality Angela Yee, the event marked the first in what is hoped to be a national series of BFoA Media Mixers.

A well-known consumer advocate has challenged Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert Manfred to eliminate advertisements during radio broadcasts of baseball games, saying it is, “Harmful to align teams with the multiple dark sides of these large corporations.”

The National Association of Broadcasters has initiated its 2023 NAB Congressional PSA Campaign, with participation from more than 150 members of Congress. The public service announcements touch on significant subjects like preventative cancer screenings, suicide prevention, and blood donation.

Murphy Air has expanded its Western Arizona offerings by introducing a new modern country station, The Bandit 97.9, to its Flagstaff cluster. It joins Murphy's two other area stations and six Lake Havasu City signals.

Country Radio Seminar has unveiled plans for the July feature of its webinar series, CRS360. The upcoming session is called "The Power of Collaboration: How Country Radio, Labels, and DSPs Can Work Together To Shape the Country Music Industry.”

The Texas Radio Hall of Fame has announced the fifty nominees for its 2023 Induction Class. The review committee pared down the initial list of more than 200. The nominees are now accessible for voting on the TRHOF website until July 31st.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has unveiled a new radio show, Hear from the Mayor, on Emmis Communications' WBLS 107.5. The show, which does not have a set schedule, will feature news, interviews, and live call-in opportunities.