Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Summer Umbrellas
(By Paige Nienaber) When I got to Kiss 102 in Charlotte in July 1989 they were doing “The 102 Days Of Summer.” Ugh. And the competition was doing “The 108 Days Of Summer.” Double ugh.
How Many Stars Does Your Show Need?
(By Jeff McHugh) Compare our industry to other entertainment. When was the last time you saw a great motion picture, television show, or play featuring one big-name star surrounded by a bunch of nobodies?
Have You Pitched A Trucking Company Lately?
(By Chris Stonick) That is an outstanding idea! According to the American Trucking Association, currently, there are 90,000 open driver jobs in the country. By 2030. The shortage is projected to balloon to 160,000.
New York AM Talent Joey Reynolds Recovering After Close Call
New York radio personality Joey Reynolds faced a critical situation after falling headfirst onto the hardwood floor of his Manhattan apartment. The accident, on February 28, left him unconscious for over 20 hours until his landlord found him.
Spotify Leans Harder Into Audiobooks With New Subscription Tier
Spotify has introduced a new subscription tier tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. This latest addition allows subscribers to enjoy 15 hours of audiobook content from the streamer's catalog of over 200,000 titles for $9.99 per month.
Shelley Wade Stays On NYC’s Block With New Contract
New York City radio personality Shelley Wade has renewed her contract to continue hosting afternoons with Audacy's 94.7 The Block (WXBK). The contract also includes Wade's upcoming Audacy podcast, The Goodness Factor, marking a digital expansion.
St. Petersburg Radio Station Gets Its First Studio In Ten Years
After a decade of operating without a permanent base, Florida's Radio St. Pete has finally established a physical studio. The nonprofit station has moved into a co-working center in downtown St. Petersburg, which will host the broadcast space for Sunshine 96.7.
From The Bayou To Ohio: Chris Elliott Makes PD Jump To Cumulus
Cumulus Media Cincinnati has announced the addition of industry veteran Chris Elliott to its programming team for two stations. Elliott now assumes the Program Director mantle for Cat Country 94.1 (WNNF) and 92.5 The Fox (WOFX).
Reising Repeat: Nashville Sports Talk Host Signs Extension
Cumulus Media Nashville's 104.5 The Zone (WGFX) will be hanging on to Buck Reising for years to come. The midday sports talk host signed a long-term contract extension enduring the continuation of The Buck Reising Show. He originally joined the station in 2021.
Mary Ayala To Lead Three San Diego AMs For iHeart
iHeartMedia San Diego has appointed Mary Ayala as the new Program Director for its trio of AM stations. Ayala will steer the brands and content for Newsradio 600 (KOGO-AM), San Diego Sports 760 (KGB-AM), and The Patriot AM 1360 (KLSD-AM).
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