AM For Every Vehicle Moves Closer To Senate Floor Vote
The AM For Every Vehicle Act is making progress in both chambers of Congress as the Fall session begins with the Senate version of the Act reaching a significant milestone recently. The legislation was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders.
Results Radio Nabs Lu Valentino As Marketing Leader
California-based Results Radio LLC has appointed Lu Valentino as the new Regional Marketing Director for its 12-station network covering Chico, Redding, Yuba City-Marysville, and more. Starting her role on September 25, Valentino takes over from Marla Silva.
Minnesota Timberwolves Make A Fast Break From Flagship WCCO
The Minnesota Timberwolves will no longer air their games on Audacy Minneapolis' WCCO-AM, their flagship station since 2011. For the new broadcasting partner, the Timberwolves are leaving for a "super non-traditional" one-year trial approach for the team's radio broadcasts.
PRX Embodies Distribution Deal With North Carolina Public Radio
Public media organization PRX has inked a new distribution deal with Embodied, an award-winning public radio health program from North Carolina Public Radio (WUNC). PRX will distribute the one-hour weekly show, hosted by journalist Anita Rao, starting in October.
It Takes Two To Replace PD Bill Weston At Beasley Philadelphia
Beasley Media Group Vice President of Talent Development and 93.3 WMMR/102.9 WMGK Program Director Bill Weston has declared his retirement effective at the end of 2023, concluding a 45-year cross-country career in radio.
Atlanta’s WABE Gives Early Look At Upcoming Podcast Slate
Atlanta NPR member WABE marked its 75th anniversary with a special podcast preview event at the Carter Center. The event showcased WABE's expanding portfolio, which includes the launch of WABE Studios and its original audio content.
TikToker Finds More Fame With Alex Cooper’s New Network
22-year-old TikTok star Alix Earle is set to host a new podcast titled Hot Mess With Alix Earle. The show is produced by Unwell Network, a subsidiary of Tending, both founded by Call He Daddy host Alex Cooper.
The Economist Launches Paid Premium Podcast Network
UK newspaper The Economist is expanding its audio content offerings with the launch of Economist Podcasts+, a subscription-based service set to debut in mid-October. Priced at $4.90/month or $49/year, the new service will feature exclusive shows next to regular releases.
Former QB Robert Griffin III Joins Huddle With Wave Sports
Wave Sports + Entertainment has unveiled its latest original podcast series, RG3 and The Ones, scheduled to launch on Thursday, September 21. The series will be hosted by ESPN Analyst, Heisman Trophy winner, and former NFL Pro Bowl quarterback Robert Griffin III.
Minnesota To Iowa: John Wanamaker Makes Public Radio Move
John Wanamaker is departing Minnesota Public Radio to join the team at Iowa Public Radio. Wanamaker, who has been a fixture on Twin Cities' radio for two decades, will exit MPR on September 21 and commence his new role in Iowa in early October as local host of All Things Considered.















