‘America at Night with Rich Valdés’ Goes Live In New Timeslot
Cumulus Media’s Westwood One has announced a significant expansion for the nationally syndicated talk show America at Night with Rich Valdés. The program will now air live each weeknight as the program adds 25 new affiliates.
Norfolk’s FM99 Is Ready To Rumble Through 2027
Rick Rumble, host of Rumble in the Morning on FM99 (WNOR) in Norfolk, has signed a contract extension with Saga Communications. Rumble, who celebrates 30 years with the station this September, will remain on the station through 2027.
‘The Breakfast Club’ To Launch 24/7 FAST Channel on Tubi
A new deal between iHeartMedia and the Fox Corporation is bringing The Breakfast Club to Tubi with its own exclusive 24/7 digital Free Ad-Supported Television channel. The FAST channel will feature the NYC-based show's best moments and original short-form content.
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.
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