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CNN Audio is adding several limited-series podcasts this fall. The programs range from history and headlines to icons and true crime.

Amanda Daughtry is the new co-host of the Q Morning Crew, working alongside veteran morning host Mike Wheless. Daughtry is a singer-songwriter from Nashville.

Local media reps are seen in a positive light for caring about local businesses. That's one of the findings from a new Borrell & Associates survey of 2,811 business. The report details how local businesses are shifting their marketing budgets and where radio fits into that equation.

Angst, anger, and a dose of disillusionment can be found in the numbers from the latest AQ3 research on how radio talent handled last year. The Jacobs Media survey of more than 600 on-air personalities, hosts and producers was revealed during a Wednesday webinar hosted by Fred Jacobs.

When the RTNDA holds its annual conference next month in Denver, all attendees will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and wear a mask within the conference event space, regardless of vaccination status.

The Independent Broadcasters Association has completed its sign-up process for its second National Cash Contest. $60,000 will be given away over 6 weeks, $2,000 per weekday. It's double the amount given away last year.

The Hollywood Chamber will honor radio personality Kurt “Big Boy” Alexander with the 2,701st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Big Boy gets his star Wednesday, September 8th at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Amoeba Music.

This Is Nashville will be a one-hour, daily NPR-style news show on WPLN. Khalil Ekulona will Host, Andrea Tudhope is the Executive Producer.

TM Studios and Stingray Radio in Canada have signed a multi-station, multi-format partnership to create new jingle packages. Stingray Radio has over 100 stations in Canada.

Bespoke Music in the UK has relaunched Jinglestore. The relaunch includes an online jingle ordering platform and a new website offering curated repertoires of jingles from the company catalogue and customization options.