Viola Davis’ Ashé Inks Deal With Audible Studios
Viola Davis' new podcast label Ashé Audio Ventures, in conjunction with JuVee Productions and Wise Entertainment, has signed an exclusive multi-project deal with Audible. The partnership will see the release of original audio programming starting in 2024.
Fake Heiress Delvey Delves Into Podcasting
Anna Delvey, the infamous fake heiress, is venturing into podcasting with her own weekly series called The Anna Delvey Show. Currently under house arrest after being convicted of various crimes, Delvey has partnered with Audio Up and Reunion Audio for the project.
Spotify and Pepsi Pair For New European Platform
PepsiCo's Rockstar Energy has partnered with Spotify to launch a new global platform called Press Play in Europe and the Middle East. The platform will kick off with an in-app concert experience on Spotify and aims to connect the digital and physical worlds.
Comedian Lee Sues Wondery Over ‘Morals Clause’
Comedian Bobby Lee has filed a lawsuit against audio company Wondery, alleging breach of contract after they canceled a multiyear ad sales and distribution deal for his podcast, TigerBelly. The lawsuit claims that Wondery terminated the deal over a "morals clause."
Bittner, Beloved AM Broadcaster, Passes Away At 73
Bob Bittner, owner and operator of several New England AMs, has passed away at the age of 73. Bittner's legacy is closely associated with WJIB-AM 740 in Cambridge, MA, which serves the Boston area. Bittner is survived by his wife, Raisa.
Seacrest Syndicated In Saudi Arabia
Middle East and North Africa region broadcaster MBC Group is adding On Air with Ryan Seacrest and American Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest to MBC LOUD FM, Saudi Arabia's first CHR format station, via Premiere Networks.
Women’s World Series Roster Set On Westwood One
Cumulus Media's Westwood One has released its broadcast plans for the NCAA Women's College World Series starting June 1. The tournament will feature eight teams competing in a double-elimination format to determine the champion ending either June 8 or 9.
Proving The Power Of AM Radio in Emergencies
As the fight for AM radio's place in the auto dashboard continues, we talk with Cromwell Media's Rob Nichols. Rob is News Director at Cromwell's Owensboro, KY cluster, and worked there during an ice storm in 2009 that left many in the area without power.
NAB: Media Need Clear Vision For A.I.
In a Monday post on the NAB Amplify blog, artificial intelligence's role in media is put under a microscope as to how it could and should affect the future of radio. Generative AI is already providing more tools to traditional media's competitors.
Ex Wanted In Utah Host’s Murder Extradited To US
Manuel Omar Burciaga-Perea, the man accused of killing Hispanic radio host Gabriela Sifuentes Castilla, has been extradited from Mexico to Utah. Ramos, known on-air at La Mas Picosita KMRI-AM as Gaby Ramos, was shot and killed in her sister's home in 2021.
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