NFL/NBA Combo Pod
ESPN Podcasts will debut a new, signature series, 'Swagu & Perk', on October 25th. The weekly podcast will be hosted by former NFL veteran and analyst Marcus Spears (Swagu) and NBA champion and analyst Kendrick Perkins.
Liberty Sells All iHeart Shares
According to an iHeartmedia SEC filing, Liberty Media has sold all 5,941,248 shares of the class A common stock it owned, at a price of $25.25 per share, for a total of $150 million. As a result, John Malone's company no longer owns any shares of iHeartMedia.
Dennis Prager Says He Has COVID
Syndicated talker Dennis Prager said on his show that he tested positive for COVID last week and his worst symptoms were the chills and his fever never went over 99. Prager is broadcasting from his home while under quarantine. He said he wanted to receive natural immunity.
Utah Radio Host Killed
38-year old Gabriela Sifuentes Castilla, known as Gaby Ramos on Utah Spanish radio station La Mas Picosita, was shot multiple times and killed Sunday.
Library To Honor 9 on November 9th
The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation will recognize nine broadcasters and celebrities, including retiring NAB CEO Gordon Smith, for lifetime achievement on November 9th during the LABF's Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts virtual awards ceremony.
Halloween Horror Podcast Returns
iHeartRadio and Blumhouse Television have launched the second season of Aaron Mahnke’s 13 Days of Halloween, an original scripted horror podcast.
Major Renovations For Radio Milwaukee
The 88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-FM) studios in the Walker’s Point neighborhood will undergo a major $770,000 renovation and expansion. A new café and eatery will be added to the station owned building along with covered outdoor seating.
Yield Management Webinar
Marketron will host a webinar that explains to broadcast sales professionals how they can leverage the power of yield management. 'Yield Management in Broadcast Sales: Why It's a Powerful Tool' will be presented November 3 by Adam Lang, founder and CEO of Relativity Consulting Pty. Ltd.
A Look At Vulnerable Personalities
The next free webinar from Benztown and P1 Media group will look at Why Vulnerable Personalities Win. Urban programming specialist Elroy Smith will be the guest.
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