How Radio’s Top GMs Lead Teams in Challenging Times
Success - or failure - starts and ends at the top. With shrinking budgets, increasing competition, and constant pressure to perform in sales and programming, the burden placed on radio's General Managers is only increasing. How do the best find balance?
Women to Watch: Krystal Pino; 97.5 The Vibe, Tucson
(By Charese Frugé) Krystal Pino is the midday host for Cumulus Media Tucson’s 97.5 The Vibe and was on air at KiiM FM up until January of this year. She’s been a radio and television personality for more than two decades and a stand-up comic since 2012.
How To Pull Off Reel Big Sales
(By Rick Fink) A friend of mine is a great fisherman. Tales of his most recent trip got me thinking about the relationship between fishing and selling advertising. Implementing some of fishing's best practices can increase your chances of being a successful salesperson.
Rick & Bubba’s Rick Burgess Reveals Start Date For New Show
Radio Ink broke the news in February that Rick & Bubba Show co-host Rick Burgess would be going solo with his own syndicated show in 2025. We now have a date for that program's premiere - and Burgess won't have a long break after Rick & Bubba's end.
‘The Sound’ Off Air In Seattle As Female-Focused ‘Emma’ Emerges
Audacy has introduced Emma 94.1 (KSWD) to Seattle's radio landscape, replacing what was formerly known as 94.1 The Sound. The new station will focus on a blend of music from the '90s through the present day, specifically aiming to resonate with women.
iHeartMedia Names Devonne Etcheverry as Pacific Area President
iHeartMedia has appointed Devonne Etcheverry as the new Area President for its Pacific Area, effective immediately. In her new role, Etcheverry will oversee all operations for the region's 35 broadcast and digital stations in six markets across all platforms.
‘Cash’ Warren Returns To Hampton Roads Morning Radio
Cannon Country 107.9 (WBQK) in Williamsburg, VA, has announced the addition of Jason "Cash" Warren as the station's first morning talent since its flip to Country in March. Cash was a former morning personality at Max Media's 97.3 The Eagle (WGH) in Norfolk.
Christian Artist RaJan Monroe Joins Houston’s NGEN Radio
Hope Media Group is adding Christian recording artist RaJan Monroe to Houston's NGEN Radio (KHVU) to host afternoons. Monroe is moving from Des Moines, where he was the morning host at Pulse 101.7 to serve at the Texas religious Hip-Hop station.
‘Large’ In Charge: Adams To Program Two At Cumulus Little Rock
McConnell “Large” Adams is moving to Arkansas to serve as Program Director for two stations at Cumulus Media Little Rock. Adams transitions to his new role from Delta Radio in Greenville, MS, where he served as Operations Manager and morning host on Q102.
Chiefs to Honor Radio Host Lisa Lopez-Galvan at Season Opener
During the Kansas City Chiefs' season-opener at Arrowhead Stadium, the team will pay tribute to the local radio host killed in a mass shooting at the team's Super Bowl victory rally in February. Lisa Lopez-Galvan was an on-air talent at independent station KKFI.















