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Luis “Speedy Jr” Gonzalez and Joey Franchize

In Tampa Bay, Beasley Boosts Speedy Jr and Joey Franchize

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Beasley Media Group Tampa Bay has promoted Luis "Speedy Jr" Gonzalez and Joey Franchize. Gonzalez is now Director of Video and Audio Production, while Franchize steps into the roles of Music Director and Midday Personality on WiLd 94.1.
José Molina

CFO José Molina Is The Latest Executive To Depart SBS

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Another name has been added to Spanish Broadcasting System's significant transitional period centered around major executives. Chief Financial Officer José Molina is the latest to leave SBS, which recently witnessed the exit of President/COO Albert Rodriguez.
Nebraska Broadcasters Association

Nebraska Broadcasters Hall To Induct Monnich, Boughton, Webber

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The Nebraska Broadcasters Association is set to honor three broadcasters with radio ties: Kent Boughton, Jane Monnich, and Dave Webber. The trio will be inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame on August 6 in Lincoln, during the 89th Annual NBA Convention.
John Beaulieu

The B-Man Is Back In Ohio: John Beaulieu Joins The Oasis

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Dayton, OH radio icon John "B-Man" Beaulieu is coming back on the air in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a new role at 106.7 The Oasis. Beaulieu is best known for the 41 years he spent at 104.7 WTUE, originally joining the station in April 1981.
Norman Davis

After 70 Years In Radio, Norman Davis Passes At 88

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Norman Davis, a veteran air talent known for his magic-mushroom-fueled overnight shows on San Francisco's KSAN during the 1970s, has passed away at the age of 88. Davis's career spanned 70 years across both AM and FM and almost every genre.
Eli Gold

Alabama Football Parts Ways With Longtime Radio Voice Eli Gold

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After a triumphant return in 2023 following a battle with cancer, the University of Alabama has let go of iconic football radio voice Eli Gold. Gold will pass the microphone to Chris Stewart after being on the Crimson Tide Sports Network since 1988.
Mike Grabicki

Mike Grabicki Takes Interim Lead At Spokane Public Radio

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Dr. Cary Boyce is resigning as Spokane Public Radio President and General Manager after more than a decade of leading the NPR member. To ensure a smooth transition, SPR’s Board of Directors has appointed Mike Grabicki as the interim General Manager.
Wendy Williams

Radio Hall of Famer Wendy Williams Diagnosed With Aphasia

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Media personality Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, as confirmed by her care team. The announcement comes amid recent speculations about her health following her retirement from television.
Emme Tomimbang Burns

Hawaii Radio Trailblazer Emme Tomimbang Passes At 73

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Hawaii media and community leader Emmeline Tomimbang Burns, known affectionately as "Emme," passed away Monday night at the age of 73 in Honolulu. She is being remembered as a trailblazer for women in Hawaii radio and television.
Colt Parkey Falen Bonsett

Colt Parkey Rejoins 101.3 KDWB For Mornings With Falen Bonsett

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After the success of Falen & Zach, iHeart Minneapolis' 101.3 KDWB is moving Falen Bonsett to mornings for the Falen & Colt Show, which sees the return of former KDWB night personality Colt Parkey.

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June 15, 2026

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