St. Louis Public Radio Remembers Former Host Bob McCabe
St. Louis Public Radio is mourning the loss of Bob McCabe, a former Morning Edition host who worked at the station for nearly 25 years. McCabe, who retired in 2013, passed away on Friday, December 13, at the age of 80.
Atlanta Hawks Renew Flagship Deal with Audacy’s 92.9 The Game
The Atlanta Hawks and Audacy have announced the extension of their partnership, keeping Sports Radio 92.9 The Game (WZGC) as the flagship station of the team's radio network. Steve Holman will continue his 40-year streak as the Voice of the Hawks.
MGK Turkey Drop Collects Thousands of Birds for Philly Families
The annual 102.9 MGK Turkey Drop collected 4,575 turkeys in four hours to benefit families in the Philadelphia area. Held on November 26, the live broadcast featured WMGK Morning Host Matt Cord, joined by Program Director and Midday Host Eric Johnson.
Dallas Country Stations Raise $1.3M for Cook Children’s Hospital
For 26 hours, Cumulus Media’s Dallas/Fort Worth Country stations, New Country 96.3 (KSCS) and 99.5 The Wolf (KPLX), partnered for the Cook Children’s Radiothon. Their efforts raised an incredible $1,327,708.92 via listener donations and community partners.
‘Rick & Bubba’ Airs Final Show as the Duo Split After 30 Years
After three decades, The Rick & Bubba Show has ended. Co-hosts Rick Burgess and Bill “Bubba” Bussey signed off as a duo for the final time on Friday morning as both prepare for their next chapters in broadcasting and beyond to start in 2025.
WBUR Cancels ‘Radio Boston’ As Part Of Local Coverage Reset
Boston public radio outlet WBUR has announced the cancellation of Radio Boston, its midday local news show, after 15 years. The cancellation is part of what is being dubbed "a reimagined approach to local coverage" by station management as staff is reassigned.
Building In Radio’s Places of Power
(By Cameron Coats) It's been a big week for the "radio with wheels." Radio's symbiotic tie to the car was displayed for all to see, outside of the usual realm of studies and surveys. It also marked a show of health and wisdom that comes with leaning into a core strength.
iHeart, NPR, Wondery Lead Triton’s November Podcast Ranker
Triton Digital has published its US Podcast Ranker for the November 2024 reporting period, spanning November 4 through December 1, and the usual suspects all made their appearances in the top three, marking another strong showing for radio companies.
Coverage of 12-Team College Football Playoff Coming to SiriusXM
SiriusXM has announced plans to air live play-by-play coverage of every Division I FBS bowl game this postseason, including the newly expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. Fans can also tune in to the FCS National Championship game and several All-Star games.
KRCC Station Manager Jeff Bieri To Retire After 35 Years
Colorado Public Radio's KRCC has announced the retirement of Station Manager Jeff Bieri. Bieri will step down on December 31, concluding a 35-year career with the station. Bieri officially joined KRCC in 1989 as a volunteer music host.
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