Frequently Asked Questions
(By Randy Lane) Randy Lane answers a couple of questions for all the morning-show jocks, relating to commercial stops and musical content. Some of the stats may surprise you.
Hearing and Listening — A Distinct Radio Advantage
(By Bob McCurdy) Hearing develops in a fetus at just 12 weeks’ gestation. And long before our ears fully develop, we’re able hear our mother's heartbeat. It’s the first sense we develop, and it is the last sense to fade at the end.
Who Are Your Market’s Non-TV Viewers?
(By Charlie Sislen) In my previous post (Use the "80/20 Rule to Attack Television"), I showed how, by using Scarborough, you can determine what percentage of your market is consuming the bulk of television. Let me clarify further.
Holeman Named Market President
iHeart veteran Kellie Holeman has been named Market President for the company’s Greensboro market. Holeman will report to Bill McMartin, Area President of iHeartMedia’s Virginia-Carolina Region.
Saul Says No To Raising Ownership Caps
Mount Wilson Broadcasters owner Saul Levine is not one to go with the crowd. The independent broadcaster in Los Angeles speaks his mind, and many times, his view differs from the pack. That's just the way he rolls.
Alpha Names Hot AC and Rock Format Captain
San Jose Content Director (KEZR/ KBAY) Dave Numme has been named the Format Captain for the company’s Hot AC and Rock brands. Dave will continue overseeing the stations in addition to his expanded roles.
Brand New Digs For Colorado Public Radio
Colorado Public Radio will be moving its news service and reporting team to downtown Denver. When complete, the 9,000 square foot news room and studios will accomodate 70 reporters and producers, including the daily production of the state-wide news program, Colorado Matters.
SummitMedia Hires Larry Jennings
Jennings is the new General Sales Manager for WBHK (98.7 KISS FM), WBHJ (95.7 JAMZ), and WAGG (HEAVEN 610) in the company’s Birmingham, AL, cluster. He is a 20-plus-years radio veteran.
Hurley Named NJBA Broadcaster Of The Year
The New Jersey Broadcasters Association has selected its first-ever Broadcaster of the Year: Townsquare’s WPG morning host Harry Hurley. Hurley will receive the award at the 2019 Awards Ceremony to be held on Thursday, June 13.
Preston And Steve Sign Extension
WMMR-FM morning personalities Preston and Steve have signed a multi-year extension with Beasley to remain on the airwaves in Philadelphia. Preston Elliot and Steve Morrison joined WMMR-FM in May of 2005.
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