iHeart Hires Stan Norfleet in Houston
iHeartMedia has hired sports broadcaster and former college football player Stan Norfleet for its Houston-area sports talk station KBME (790 AM). Norfleet will be heard on KBME from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. during the week.
Remember K-pop?
From LAist Studios, K-Pop Dreaming is a new podcast about the rise and history of K-pop in the United States, as told from the point-of-view of the Korean diaspora in Los Angeles.
Station Won’t Play Eagles Before Super Bowl
KJMK (93.9 FM) in Joplin, Missouri says it will show solidarity and allegiance with the Kansas City Chiefs by pulling Eagles hits from its playlist. The ban also applies to songs from Eagles band members Glenn Frey and Don Henley.
Saga Appoints Eric Christian to CMO Role
Saga Communications has promoted Eric Christian to the role of chief marketing officer. He previously worked as the company's vice president of digital strategies. CEO Chris Forgy said Christian's promotion was long overdue.
iHeart Appoints Two Sales Execs in New York
iHeartMedia has appointed two new sales executives at its New York stations WWPR (105.1 FM) and WWRL (1600 AM). Victor Giacomelli has been named Vice President of Sales at the stations, while Travia Charmont has been appointed Sales Manager.
New Podcast Takes A Look at a Megachurch’s ‘False Profits’
Storyglass has teamed up with iHeartPodcasts to launch a new eight-part podcast series False Profits: Hillsong, which takes a look into a global megachurch.
CMG Promotes Williams Down in Florida
Cox Media Group in Orlando has promoted Ashley Williams to Director of Sales. Williams has been with CMG for 15 years. CMG owns 7 stations in the Orlando market.
FCC Releases New Report on Pirate Radio Actions
The FCC has released its latest annual report on its enforcement strategies and actions against pirate radio broadcasters. Among other things, the FCC has launched a new database with pirate radio enforcement actions and posted job openings for five field agents.
Radio Hall of Fame Accepting Nominees
The Museum of Broadcast Communications is now accepting nominees for the 2023 Radio Hall of Fame. The nomination process runs through Friday, March 31. As part of the process, 24 names will be selected and voted upon by around 1,000 industry personnel later this year.
Benztown Offers Black History Month Special
Benztown is offering a free music special to commemorate Black History Month. The program, presented by Top 10 Now & Then, is designed for urban AC, rhythmic oldies and classic hip hop stations. To learn more, visit the Benztown website.
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