Podcast Examines Capital Breach
Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios is working on a podcast that will examine what led to the breach of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The as yet to be named investigative podcast is expected to launch early next year.
More Revenue is Coming This Year
BIA Advisory Services has revised its 2021 forecasts for U.S. Local Advertising Revenues to $142.4 billion, up $4.8 billion, or 3.9 percent, from its November 2020 estimates.
Old Blue Eyes is Back
Mt. Wilson FM Broadcasters has launched an all Sinatra format. Unforgettable FM will be heard at UnforgettableFM.com, the Unforgettable FM App, and 105.1 HD3. Frank Sinatra will be heard 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with Jerry Sharell as host.
Voice-Enabled Requests and Dedications with Alexa
iHeartRadio has announced a new interactive way to send song requests and dedications through Alexa-enabled devices. It's all about the AI technology.
CMG Partners With Amazon
Cox Media Group Local Solutions has signed a deal with Amazon Advertising that will enable CMG Local Solutions advertisers to reach local audiences with Amazon Advertising digital offerings.
Larry’s In
Talk show host Larry Elder has been reinstated in the California recall race after a judge found he complied with ballot requirements and the state elections chief should never have demanded that candidates provide five years of tax returns.
Magic Cage
Cumulus Media has hired veteran Colorado Springs radio personality Cliff Cage as night host on heritage Top 40 MAGIC FM/KKMG-FM. It's a return for Cage who hosted overnights on KKMG from 2010-2019.
New Market Manager For Townsquare
Townsquare Media has hired former Spectrum Reach Regional Executive Peter Van Den Heuvel has joined the company as Market President in Cedar Rapids/Waterloo.
Philips Promoted By Audacy
Bob Philips is taking on the role of President of Audacy Networks and Multi-Market Sales. COO Susan Larken made the announcement Wednesday. This is a newly created role.
National Radio Podcasts On Corus
Curiouscast, Corus Entertainment’s podcast network, is launching featured podcasts on selected radio stations. Toronto based Corus has 39 radio stations in its media mix across Canada.
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