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How does one pull the trigger and launch a podcast? Where should that podcast be launched? What's the best way to increase the listener base? These are the questions Podcasting Hall of Famer and School of Podcasting CEO Dave Jackson deals with daily.

For the independent podcast, getting good distribution without the tech headaches is just as important as attracting sponsors. So, what’s the best route to take?

Salem Radio Network will give host Carl Jackson Larry Elder's slot on the network. Elder is running for Governor of California. Elder signed off his show Monday announcing he was preparing to file formal papers to unseat first-term Governor Gavin Newsom.

Nueva Network has hired Elena Mejido de la Paz as Network Sales Manager. Nueva Network launched in March targeting U.S. Latinos with 80% coverage of Hispanic adults 18+ with 350 radio stations in 150 DMAs.

PromoSuite has launched a new product that allows radio stations to manage their digital creative process with fully customizable workflows.

iHeartMedia will continue as the exclusive audio partner in the U.S. for the upcoming Global Citizen Live music event. The partnership will broadcast performances from six continents on September 25.

David Kaplan, ESPN Chicago morning host, is getting ready for the 2nd Annual 'Walk as One Chicago'. The 24 mile trek around the Windy City is to raise money and awareness for 'Bernie's Book Bank'.

The 69-year old Conservative talker joins a list of growing Republicans trying to unseat first-term Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom in a recall election this September. Elder is syndicated by the Salem Radio Netowork. Due to The FCC's Equal Time rule, Elder signed off his show Monday night while he runs.

(By Gary Berkowitz) Recently I was in one of the smaller markets I work in. One of the stations in the cluster is a 6kw CHR. Their competition, a 100kw CHR, not only sounds pretty good but also runs the syndicated Dave and Jimmy morning show.

Ten more members of the House of Representatives have added their support to a resolution opposing any new performance fee, tax or royalty on radio. That brings the Local Radio Freedom Act up to 159 co-sponsors in the House along with the 18 it has in the Senate.