Pete Medhurst, Voice of Navy Athletics, Passes Away at 55
Radio personality and the voice of Navy Athletics Pete Medhurst passed away on January 20 following a two-month battle with brain cancer. The news was confirmed by Audacy Washington DC, where he hosted shows on WBAL Radio and 98 Rock.
Golden Isles Broadcasting Welcomes David Donohue as New GM
Golden Isles Broadcasting has announced the return of David Donohue to Brunswick, GA, area radio as General Manager, overseeing the group's four stations. Donohue will assume the role on February 10, succeeding retiring General Manager Ira Rosenblatt.
Post-COVID Listener Trends Mark A Return To Audio’s ‘Old Normal’
As we move further from the peak of the pandemic, shifts in audio listening habits attributed to COVID-19 may not end up being the "new normal" for radio. This means the industry has a growing opportunity to re-engage commuters and on-the-go audiences.
Top Country PDs Reveal Their Strategies That Keep Radio Local
At a time when national syndication and digital platforms seem to dominate media, radio’s local connection remains its secret and greatest weapon - a fact that Country radio possibly understands better than anyone. Of course, it's all about implementation.
Women to Watch: Katy Dempsey; 100.3 The Bull, Houston
(By Charese Frugé) Katy Dempsey is co-host of the Frito & Katy morning show which just landed at 100.3 The Bull in Houston. In her nearly fifteen years on radio, Dempsey has been everything from an intern all the way up to a PD.
Krantz Media Group President and CEO Gary Krantz Passes Away
Krantz Media Group President and CEO Gary Krantz passed away on Tuesday at the age of 65. His broadcast career, which spanned over four decades, was marked by contributions to broadcast radio, digital media, and syndication.
KCMO’s Pete Mundo Promoted to Cumulus Media News/Talk VP
KCMO morning host Pete Mundo has been named Vice President of News/Talk for Cumulus Media, overseeing content strategy for the broadcaster's 43 News/Talk-formatted stations nationwide. Mundo replaces Bill Hess, who has served in the position since 2015.
Nashville Public Radio CEO Steve Swenson to Retire
After almost six years leading Nashville Public Radio, Steve Swenson has announced his impending retirement as President and CEO. The organization has begun a search for a successor to oversee 90.3 WPLN News, WNXP 91.1, and the group's digital offerings.
Cumulus Media Welcomes Farnham Back As Shreveport Leader
Paul Farnham Jr. has returned to Cumulus Media after ten years away from the company to serve as Market Manager for its Shreveport/Bossier City operations in Louisiana. Farnham spent the last decade as General Sales Manager for Townsquare Media Lafayette.
Former WAMU Tech Leader Rob Bertrand Joins Inrush As Partner
Broadcast tech provider Inrush Broadcast Services has announced the addition of Rob Bertrand as a partner. Bertrand most recently served as the Head of Technology at American University's NPR member station WAMU in Washington, DC.
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