iHeartMedia Announces Programming Layoffs In Q2 Loss’ Wake
The same day the company posted a $981.66 million net loss for Q2 2024, iHeartMedia revealed more programming-centric layoffs. The news broke Thursday and spread quickly across the industry, particularly at the ongoing Morning Show Bootcamp.
Houston Welcomes Reggie Adetula Home To SportsRadio 610
Reginald "Reggie" Adetula will be the new midday co-host for Houston's SportsRadio 610 (KILT-AM). Starting August 19, he will join existing co-host John Lopez and producer Edward "Figgy Fig" Gilliard for In The Loop.
MIW’s ‘Behind the Mic Mentorship’ Returns For Second Year
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio is bringing back its "Behind the Mic Mentorship" program for a second year. This initiative supports the professional growth of women on-air personalities who have been in local or national radio for at least 3-5 years.
Tony Valdez and Becky Ross Take PD Roles at Pillar Media Denver
Religious broadcast group Pillar Media has announced two Program Director appointments for its Denver signals. Tony Valdez will program The New Flo 107.1 (KFCO) while Becky Ross will be in charge of brand management for KPOF-AM.
Susie Hedrick Ascends to CEO of WideOrbit
WideOrbit has announced Susie Hedrick will be its new Chief Executive Officer as company founder Eric Mathewson steps out of the role. Hedrick, who was previously CEO of vCreative, has served as WideOrbit's President and Managing Director since 2023.
Jason Bjorson To Add Madison Market Manager Duties For Audacy
Audacy has appointed Jason Bjorson as the new Senior Vice President and Market Manager for its Madison market. He steps into the role following the departure of Andrea Hansen. Bjorson joined Audacy in November as Milwaukee Market Manager.
Arkansas Broadcasters Unveil First-Ever Hall of Fame Class
The Arkansas Broadcasters Association has selected the inaugural class for the Arkansas Broadcasters Hall of Fame. The 2024 ABA Hall of Fame inductees include five distinguished figures, with four having ties to radio throughout their careers.
Menna, deCastro, Edwards To Be Beasley’s First Regional VPs
Beasley Media Group is introducing the role of Regional Vice Presidents to its management structure, with three company leaders becoming the first to assume the role. Cluster and Market Managers will now report directly to their respective Regional Vice Presidents.
Minneapolis Hosts Donna & Steve Get The Syndicated Experience
Hubbard Radio Twin Cities' myTalk 107.1 (KTMY) morning duo Donna Valentine and Steve Patterson are syndicating through Skyview Networks. The Donna & Steve Experience will launch a new four-hour weekend show this fall designed for music stations.
Beasley Vegas Parts Ways With Music Director Sammi Reeves
Sam Nunley, known on-air as Sammi Reeves, has been let go from her roles at Beasley Las Vegas Hot AC 102.7 VGS (KVGS), where she was the afternoon host and Music Director. Reeves also filled in as a morning co-host for Aimee+Shawn and worked in production.
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