Will ESPN Suspend Dan Le Batard?
According to Sports Business Daily the choice to sit out his show Monday was Dan Le Batard's because the host was not in the right frame of mind to go on the air. The publication is also reporting that ESPN is mulling over whether or not to suspend Le Batard for crossing the line into politics.
Rizzuto Signs St. Louis Contract Extension
Hubbard Radio in St. Louis has signed morning man Scott Rizzuto to a multi-year contract renewal. Rizzuto hosts mornings on Alternative Rocker 105.7 The Point with Tony Patrico, Jeff Burton, Phillip Sneed and Scott McNew.
Benztown Hires McVay As Consultant
Imaging and voiceover company Benztown has hired former Cumulus executive Mike McVay as a senior consultant.
NAB President Smith To Speak At Media Institute Luncheon
NAB President & CEO Gordon Smith will be the featured speaker at The Media Institute’s Communications Forum luncheon today.
Wolff Accepts Dual PD Role
iHeart Allentown, PA, Hits station B104 and rocker 95.1 ZZO have a new PD. Josh Wolff steps into the role, replacing Derrick Cole, who has accepted a role with National Programming Group.
Centore Given APD, Afternoon Drive Duties In Atlanta
Cox Media Group Atlanta has named Chris Centore APD for WALR, WSB-FM, and WSRV. Centore will also host afternoon drive on B98.5 (WSB-FM/Atlanta).
Cumulus Makes $50 Million Debt Payment
On Monday morning, Cumulus announced that it has made a $50 million voluntary debt prepayment as the company continues to reduce its leverage.
Dori Zori Named APD At 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
Non-commercial radio veteran Dori Zori has been named Assistant Program Director of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-FM 88.9). The station is also looking for an afternoon drive host. Applications are due Tuesday.
Entercom, Pitt Athletics Extend Agreement
Entercom and University of Pittsburgh Athletics have signed a new multi-year broadcast extension. 93.7 The Fan (KDKA-FM) will continue to serve as the flagship station for Pitt football and men’s basketball.
Do You Pay Your Salespeople Enough?
Media Staffing Network and Radio Ink have teamed up to gather data for a Radio Sales Compensation Study that will be released at the Radio Show in Dallas this September. We need your confidential input.















