Richmond Radio Host Kat Simons Remembered
For 30 years, Kat Simons "informed, entertained, and kept us company," Audacy Inc. says, adding that her "warm, smoky voice" became a household staple throughout Richmond and Virginia's Hampton Roads region. Now, listeners in both markets are mourning the loss of Simons.
Jim Graci Exits Cox Media Group’s WOKV
He came to Cox Media Group's News/Talk WOKV-FM and Sports WOKV-AM "ESPN 690" in Jacksonville in April 2022. Now, Jim Graci is winding down a storied career, as he is officially retiring from Radio after five decades.
Ex-WEEI Brand Mananger Zarbano Joins Regan
He joins RCG after a stint in sponsorship marketing and sports betting initiatives at Encore Boston Harbor. Before that, he served as the Chief Programming Executive at WEEI Sports Radio Network, where he managed the Boston Red Sox Radio Network.
Be A CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer)
(By Loyd Ford) Salespeople burn out. You can’t be surprised. There is so much pressure to reach the goal, exceed the goal, set new goals, overcome challenges, and follow all the rules and red tape that come along with the modern radio business.
FCC EAS Report Underlines The Necessity Of In-Car Radio
An FCC report on last October's national EAS test has great news for radio - especially as broadcasters cite the EAS as the key reason to require auto manufacturers to carry AM radio in cars for public safety.
After Two Years, Mega Philadelphia Emerges From Bankruptcy
Mega Philadelphia LLC CEO Michael Sciore announced the Hispanic-focused broadcaster has officially exited its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The company fulfilled all creditor payments around Mega 105.7 (WEMG-AM) and its two FM translators.
Blast From The Past: Tom Kent; WLS, 1980
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past features Tom Kent at WLS-AM in Chicago on St. Patrick's Day 1980. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Former WEEI PD Joe Zarbano Moves to New England’s RCG
Former WEEI PD Joe Zarbano has joined strategic communications firm Regan Communications Group as Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. Zarbano joins RCG after a stint in sponsorship marketing at Encore Boston Harbor.
St. Louis’ KFNS Cuts Local Programming During Buyer Search
St. Louis' longest-running all-sports radio station, KFNS-AM, is cutting all local programming starting July 1. The station will now only carry network content from Fox Sports Radio while station owner Dave Zobrist tries to find a buyer for the AM.
Vox’s Melissa Bell To Serve As Chicago Public Media CEO
Following a staff vote of no-confidence in outgoing CEO Matt Moog, Chicago Public Media has appointed former Vox Media publisher Melissa Bell as its new CEO. She will begin her role on September 3, after being selected through a national search.
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