WHO’s Van Harden Retiring
He's had a radio career that's lasted 50 years, mostly in Iowa. On January 8th, Harden will retire. He plans to travel with his wife, write books and invent. Earlier this year Harden's long-time morning show co-host Bonnie Lucas retired.
Another Political Podcast Launches
CNN Audio and iHeartRadio have launched Election 101 – a new co-produced podcast about the American political system and the electoral process. The new 10-part series is hosted by CNN Correspondent Kristen Holmes. A new episode drops every Wednesday.
The Bulldogs Are The Champs
Dickey Broadcasting Company’s Sports Radio 680 The Fan has launched a new podcast called UGA40 #Champions, an eight-part podcast series celebrating the 40-year anniversary of the 1980 Georgia Bulldogs National Championship season. LISTEN
Skyview Picks up The AP
The Associated Press and Skyview Networks have announced a multi-year agreement for network audio sales of AP’s advertising inventory. Beginning January 1, 2021, Skyview Networks will exclusively represent AP’s 15-second advertising units.
Premiere, Keith Sweat Roll On
Keith Sweat has been working with Premiere for 13 years now and that relationship will continue. The network announced Tuesday that it has renewed its partnership with the R&B legend to continue hosting The Sweat Hotel, which is heard on over 60 stations.
Jack And Erica To Host Mornings in Lansing
Townsquare's Country station WITL-FM in Lansing has hired Cadillac Jack and Erica Gray to host mornings. They replace Banana Don & Stephanie McCoy.
Anna & Raven Going National
Connoisseur Media and Compass Media Networks today announced a multiyear partnership for the national syndication of The Anna & Raven Morning Show. The duo is based in Connecticut and also heard on WALK-FM on Long Island.
Entercom Fires Host Over Tweet
Another radio host has lost his job after making a bad social media decision. Entercom Chicago Market Manager Rachel Williamson confirmed that sports talker Dan McNeil is no longer an employee at The Score.
Mercury Finalists Announced
94 radio spots made it to the finals of the 2020 Radio Mercury Awards this year. The winners will be announced during a virtual event October 6.
LRN Partners For Branding/Imaging
Local Radio Networks has partnered with Broadcast My Brand to bring branding and imaging to their 24/7 music formats. The agreement pairs LRN users with creative services to emphasis each station's unique, local story.















