Philadelphia Soul and Radio Star Carl Helm Dead At 83
Former Philadelphia air talent and WDAS Assistant Program Director Carl Helm has passed away at 83. Helm was also renowned for his contributions to the famed "Sound of Philadelphia" as a rhythm and blues singer and songwriter.
Pat Angerer Succeeds Ed Podolak In Iowa Football Radio Booth
Former University of Iowa All-America linebacker Pat Angerer is joining the Hawkeye radio broadcast team as color commentator ahead of the 2024 season. Angerer will make his debut alongside Gary Dolphin on August 31 during the team's matchup with Illinois State.
Monica Armenta to Lead New Mexico Broadcasters Association
The New Mexico Broadcasters Association has announced Monica Armenta as its new Executive Director, succeeding the retiring Paula Maes. She comes to NMBA after serving as the executive director of communications for Albuquerque Public Schools.
Bill George Named Rhode Island Broadcasters President
The Rhode Island Broadcasters Association has announced the appointment of veteran radio broadcaster Bill George as its new president. Effective June 17, George will be succeeding Lori Needham, who has led the organization since 2006.
WLS Chicago Cuts Local Programming To Go Farther Right
Chicago's WLS-AM made significant changes to its programming lineup on Friday to further lean into heavily Conservative talk programming. The Cumulus Media station has ended The Steve Cochran Show after two years along with The Closing Bell and PM Chicago.
WWCD’s Brian Phillips Returns To Columbus Radio With Rewind
After the abrupt and heated end of Columbus' WWCD, the Alternative station's former morning man Brian Phillips has found a new radio home. He has joined Saga Communications' Cbus Media Group at Rewind 103.5 (WNND) for mornings.
Steve Shannon Retires from Radio After Decades at Idaho’s KZFN
After nearly five decades in the industry, ZFun 106 (KZFN) Program Steve Shannon has retired from radio after a final show on June 7. Shannon also steps down as the Operations Manager of Inland Northwest Broadcasting in Moscow, ID.
Saga Stretches ‘Schilling Show’ At Charlottesville’s WINA
With the success of The Schilling Show, Saga Communications Charlottesville's WINA-AM is giving Rob Schilling an extra hour on the air. Starting June 10, the show will air from noon until 2p, replacing the first hour of Markley, Van Camp, and Robbins.
CNN Digital’s Rachel Smolkin To Lead Oregon Public Broadcasting
Oregon Public Broadcasting has announced CNN Senior Vice President Rachel Smolkin as its new CEO. She succeeds Steve Bass, who announced his impending retirement last year. She will continue working at CNN until July and then transition to OPB by September.
Springart Rises To Run Rock Programming for Beasley Detroit
101 WRIF Program Director Jade Springart has been elevated to Director of Rock Programming for Beasley Media Group’s Detroit cluster. In her expanded role, Springart will now also oversee Classic Rock 94.7 WCSX.
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