Fresh Face Vont Leak Leaps From Des Moines To The Twin Cities
Davontae "Vont" Leak is set to become the new night show host at iHeartMedia Twin Cities' 101.3 KDWB starting on August 21. Leak, who graduated from William Paterson University this past Spring, briefly spent time this summer at iHeart's KKDM and WHO in Des Moines, Iowa.
Trailblazing Hispanic Broadcaster Felix Viera Passes At 74
Respected Hispanic radio host Felix Viera has passed away at the age of 74. With a career spanning more than 25 years, Viera was a key voice in Connecticut at Dinamica 1120 (WPRX-AM), where he hosted shows like Hablando En Serio and Amanacer En Mi Tierra.
vCreative Adds A.I. As A Brainstorming Tool Inside vPPO
vCreative is the latest radio company to lean into artificial intelligence. The company is deploying AI Script Assist, a new feature powered by ChatGPT-4 technology. This tool is integrated into vCreative's Paperless Production Order software as an add-on.
Red Apple Audio Networks Passes The 200 Affiliate Milestone
After 18 months, Red Apple Audio Networks - a division of John Catsimatidis' Red Apple Media - has crossed the 200 affiliate threshold in the United States. Since its inception, the network has expanded into 15 of the Top 25 DMA's.
Chris Gethard Leaves The SiriusXM Fold For Libsyn Deal
Comedian Chris Gethard's podcast Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People has gone independent after more than seven years of collaboration with SiriusXM's Earwolf comedy podcast network. Gethard has opted for an exclusive, multiyear advertising partnership with Libsyn's AdvertiseCast marketplace.
Yahoo Sports and Austin Ekeler Take Fantasy Football To The Edge
The only fantasy football podcast co-hosted by an active NFL player is returning, with Yahoo Sports announcing the Ekeler's Edge season three premiere date. The unique series, back on August 16, brings insights from current Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler.
‘Armchair Expert’ Is Latest Podcast To Loosen Spotify Exclusivity
Spotify continues its shift away from exclusive podcast licensing deals with another major podcast under the brand's umbrella announcing its availability change. Armchair Expert...
Help the NAB and LABF Preserve Your Broadcast History
The National Association of Broadcasters and the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation are teaming up to host a webinar focusing on the significance of documenting and preserving broadcast history. The webinar is scheduled for August 23 at 2p
Connecticut Public Radio Finds Seasoned Host In Doyon-Aitken
Connecticut Public Radio has promoted Robyn Doyon-Aitken to permanent Host of the local food show Seasoned. Doyon-Aitken, who has been a longtime producer of The Faith Middleton Food Schmooze, will lead the show as it continues to air twice a month on Thursdays.
Major Additions and Promotions As Acast Looks At US Market
Independent podcaster Acast has announced major enhancements to its US leadership team and Advisory Board, following a reported 31% net sales growth in North America during Q2. Acast's C-suite expansion includes the appointment of Greg Glenday as Chief Business Officer.
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