Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien Bid Farewell to Seattle’s KIRO
Seattle radio staples Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien, co-hosts of Seattle’s Morning News, have announced their retirements, marking the end of an era for Bonneville International's KIRO Newsradio. In turn, Seattle’s Morning News will introduce a new host in 2025.
Massachusetts Broadcasters Honor Castiglione, LeGeyt At Gala
Retired Boston Red Sox radio voice Joe Castiglione and NAB President Curtis LeGeyt were among the honorees celebrated by the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association during its annual Sound Bites conference. The event also celebrated the MBA's 70th anniversary.
True Crime Podcasts Converting TV, YouTube Viewers to Audio
True Crime has solidified its place as one of the most popular podcast genres, captivating audiences and reshaping how listeners engage with criminal justice topics and advocacy according to Edison Research's True Crime Consumer Report.
Longtime Radio Sales Executive Tucker Flood To Retire
A 35-year career focused on radio and advertising will be coming to a close, as Tucker Flood, President of Eastman Radio - a Katz Media Group arm, has announced his impending retirement.
Study: Digital Ad Sellers Facing High Stress, Getting AI Assistance
As radio sellers navigate increasing pressures to deliver digital results, Frequence has released its 2024 Local Advertising Sellers Index. Drawing from insights from 500 digital ad sellers, the report identifies several key challenges shaping digital advertising.
The Broadcasters Foundation ’12 Days of Giving’ Returns for 2024
To line up with Giving Tuesday and the holiday season, the Broadcasters Foundation of America is bringing back its "12 Days of Giving" campaign. From December 1-12, broadcast professionals are encouraged to contribute to the Foundation’s mission
Lara Dua-Swartz Named Program Director For Athens’ WUGA
University of Georgia Athens' NPR affiliate WUGA has appointed Lara Dua-Swartz as its new Program Director and Content Strategist. Dua-Swartz has been with WUGA for the past year and a half while hosting middays for Cox Media Group’s Magic 102.1 (WGMG).
Erik Nordin Named Chief Technology Officer at Boston’s GBH
Boston's GBH has promoted Erik Nordin to the public broadcaster's Chief Technology Officer. Having joined GBH in 2016, Nordin had been serving as interim CTO since October 2023, replacing Shane Miner, who was elevated to Chief Operating Officer.
Veteran Radio Exec Mike Agovino Joins Tap as VP of Partnerships
Media buying platform Tap has appointed former Katz Radio President Mike Agovino as Vice President of Partnership Development. Agovino will lead Tap's US partnership initiatives, collaborating with Tap Executive Vice President Mike Glickenhaus
Spotify Strengthens Audiobook Library with Bloomsbury Deal
Days after Amazon announced its aggressive push to stay on top of the audiobook market, Spotify is adding more than 1,000 Bloomsbury titles to its audiobook collection as the streamer celebrates the first anniversary of offering audiobooks to Premium subscribers.
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