Whitney Maddox To Serve As NPR Diversity, Equity & Inclusion VP
NPR has elevated Whitney Maddox to the role of Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Maddox's promotion grows from her contributions to NPR's diversity initiatives, including her leadership in anti-racism and inclusion programs.
Former CBS News Radio GM Michael Freedman Dead At 71
Michael Freedman, a distinguished figure in the world of radio and journalism, passed away on September 18 at the age of 71 from pancreatic cancer. Freedman is best know in radio for his tenure as General Manager of the CBS News Radio network.
From ‘Hallelujah’ To Hip-Hop: iHeart Flipping Brunswick WBGA
iHeartMedia Brunswick has announced WBGA is now Real 96.3, focused on Hip Hop and R&B. Starting Thursday, the station is shedding its previous "Hallelujah" gospel format and will air the latest from Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, and Drake.
Frank FM Will ‘Play It All’ For Cape Cod With Playlist Expansion
Coxswain Media's Hyannis-based radio station Frank FM (WFRQ) has undergone a programming overhaul. The station is moving from a strict AC format to playing hits from multiple genres and across decades, from the 1960s to the present day.
EV Manufacturer Lucid To Build TuneIn Premium Into Dash
As the AM For Every Vehicle Act awaits a vote on the Senate floor, automakers continue to further their plans for more subscription-based audio content in the dashboard. Audio streamer TuneIn is broadening its alliance with EV manufacturer Lucid Motors.
CPB Allocates $2.25m For Local Public Radio Newsrooms
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has allocated $2.25 million in grants to enhance state government coverage by public media newsrooms. The grants were awarded to organizations in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Texas.
Bob Edwards Adds Rochester Brand Duties From Kansas City
Audacy has announced the appointment of Bob Edwards as the Brand Manager for 96.5 WCMF in Rochester, NY. He will also continue in his role as Brand Manager for The Rock 98.9 FM (KQRC) in Kansas City where he has been since 2003.
Surviving El Chapo Returns For Season Two With 50 Cent
The gripping tale of Jay and Pete Flores, identical twins who went from being North America's leading cocaine traffickers to government informants, continues in a new season of the podcast Surviving El Chapo, set to premiere on October 4.
Ratajkowski Series, Podcast Staff Among Latest Sony Cuts
Sony Group has made another round of layoffs in its podcast sector, marking its third set of cuts in less than two years. The latest layoffs included the cancellation of High Low with EmRata, a podcast hosted by model and author Emily Ratajkowski.
Lemonada Media Opens Partner Studios For Brands and Talent
Lemonada Media, known for its chart-topping podcasts, is stepping into a new venture with the launch of Lemonada Partner Studios. This full-service studio aims to assist brands, talent, and non-profit organizations in producing original podcasts.
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