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New York on-air veteran, Jimmy Fink, joins Rich Desisto and Paul Kelly on their AIRCHECK podcast.  Jimmy’s “aircheck session” with Rich and Paul is a four-part episode.

(By Loyd Ford) It is undeniable that having a solid plan to boost the power and production of your sales team can have a dynamic and Earth-changing impact on you, your revenue and the happiness of your sales team if done correctly.

(By Marc Greenspan) Radio is a great medium for Reach, yet it’s also perfect for building FREQUENCY. To the advertiser, FREQUENCY reflects the average number of times someone will be exposed to their message.

(By Mike McVay) There are two approaches to summer, which I want to encourage radio to take advantage of, and to view the season as an opportunity to generate revenue and build an audience. One is using the season to introduce your radio station to new listeners. The other is to own the season as a way to engage an audience and engage advertisers.

(Jeff McHugh) Which of 2022’s top podcasts will still be around in 2032? Predictions are tricky, but as a broadcasting nerd, I love studying the past for clues about the future. As you think about your original podcast, consider lessons from the early days of television that might enlighten your strategy in the early days of podcasting today.

Patti LaBelle will receive the Service to America Leadership Award from the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation. The award is the NABLF’s highest individual citation that is presented in recognition of honorees’ commitment to advocacy and public service.

The legendary broadcaster had been calling the radio games for the NFL team since 2018. He announced on Twitter that he'll no longer be part of the broadcast team. No reason was given. Musberger is 83 years old and worked for CBS sports for decades. He's been CEO of VSiN since 2017 which focuses on sports gambling.

Kimberly Singleton has joined KERA as Chief Financial Officer. KERA is a not-for-profit public media organization serving North Texas through KERA 90.1, KXT 91.7, KERA TV and several digital platforms.

Shannon Ella has been tapped as host of "New & Now With Shannon Ella". Orbyt Media syndication group has teamed up with iHeartRadio Canada's Pure Country Stations that will begin airing the weekly Sunday program June 5.

Amaturo Sonoma Media Group and Redwood Empire Stereocasters have jointly announced that Amaturo is purchasing two RES stations, KZST-FM and KWVF-FM. The sale price was not announced. The transaction is expected to close in the 3rd quarter of this year. An LMA to operate the stations went into effect yesterday.