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(by Renee Cassis) At the RAIN Podcast Business Summit in New York City Wednesday, Amplifi Media CEO Steve Goldstein said, “There is a fear that podcasting ruins radio." Goldstein interviewed iHeartRadio's Elvis Duran, and Senior Vice President of Podcasting, Chris Peterson, both of whom found great value in the podcast extensions of Duran’s Morning Show.

TKRN CEO Tom Kent said he's more than excited to become a SAG-AFTRA shop. "We embrace all of it's principles and look forward to a long and prosperous future together. Our current and future affiliates know how committed we have been to showcasing excellent talent and this deal is a major indication that our commitment will continue." The Tom Kent Radio Network has over 500 affiliates nationwide.

Her name is Rosemary Harold and she will serve as Chief of the Enforcement Bureau. Harold is an attorney with considerable experience both within the agency and in private practice. She is also a former journalist. The Enforcement Bureau manages Commission work enforcing the Communications Act, FCC rules, and various licensing terms and conditions.

The Mike Gallagher Show has brought in longtime Gallagher associate Joey Hudson as GM of the nationally syndicated Talk program. Hudson, who is the Executive Director of Gallagher's 501(c)3 non-profit foundation Gallagher's Army: Fallen Officer Fund, exits WGTK-WRTH/Greenville, SC , where he is GM, to take up the new position.

Five radio identities have been named by the Arizona Broadcasters Association in ABA's 28th Annual Hall of Fame class. The 2017 inductees, who were chosen based on their outstanding contributions to broadcast journalism, are Jan D’Atri, Bob Davies, Steve Goddard, Allen Kath, and Michael Owens.

Longtime Salem, Oregon, radio host Warren Franklin has joined the News-Talk team at 1430 KYKN. Franklin will provide news and commentary as the AM drive host. He will also broadcast live from remote locations 15 times monthly.

Rex Long will be the new PD and on-air talent for 98.9 Magic FM in Colorado Springs. Long joins Magic from Cumulus in Montgomery where he has been PD for the past seven years at WHHY-FM. He was also PD for KCDD-FM in Abilene. Long started his radio career in Dallas as on-air talent and producer at KISS-FM. He starts his new job Monday, June 26.

As if she wasn't busy enough growing her company, Beasley Media CEO Caroline Beasley is taking on even more responsibility. She's been elected NAB joint chair by the NAB Board of Directors. Randy Gravley, president and CEO of Tri State Communications was elected Radio Board Chair

Following our article on Wednesday entitled "GMs: Would You Ever Hire Bond? Bruce Bond," his co-host Toni Carran called Radio Ink, and sent in a comment to state their case. Bond quit his job after being told not to discuss politics during his Saturday morning show on WTPA in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.

(By Gary Berkowitz) From radio’s earliest days, remotes have been a part of our landscape. Today, they still cause much talk at radio stations. Should we do remotes or not is the most common asked question (especially among programmers).