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Robin Hilton

Robin Hilton Back In Host Chair For NPR’s ‘All Songs Considered’

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Long-serving All Songs Considered contributor Robin Hilton has been named the show's new host by NPR Music. Hilton's focus will be steering the show into its next phase, emphasizing new music curation and artist conversations.
Dennis Prager

Dennis Prager Making Major Changes To Syndicated Radio Show

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Salem Media Group has confirmed a renewed agreement with nationally syndicated host Dennis Prager on the Salem Radio Network. With that contract agreement, comes a significant shortening of the PragerU founder's show starting in February.
Elissa Blankenship

Elissa Blankenship Elevated To CSS Continental Leadership Role

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The Center for Sales Strategy has announced the promotion of Elissa Blankenship to the role of Head of Sales, North America. Since joining the company in 2021 as the Director of Sales, Blankenship has played a key role in growing CSS' LeadG2 and Up Your Culture.
Dan Dakich

Dan Dakich Finds His Ticket For Return To Indiana Sports Radio

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Cumulus Media is bringing basketball player, coach, and analyst Dan Dakich back to Indianapolis airwaves. The Dan Dakich Show is coming to the Sports Ticket 1430 (WXNT-AM) for a new local midday sports program starting January 29.
Minda and DB

Minda and DB Roll Out New Morning Show In Fayetteville, NC

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Beasley Media Group Fayetteville has introduced Morning Rollout with Minda and DB on 107.7 The Bounce (WUKS). Minda and DB, who are both long-time friends and local comedians, had previously worked with Beasley in various capacities at the cluster.
Charles Osgood

Beloved Radio Host and Storyteller Charles Osgood Dead At 91

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Charles Osgood, former syndicated radio host and anchor of CBS Sunday Morning, has died at the age of 91. Known for his unique blend of intellect, warmth, and musical talent, Osgood passed away at his home in Saddle River, NJ after battling dementia.
Anthony Bellino and Lomas Brown

Anthony Bellino Joins Detroit Lions Icon For Weeknights On WJR

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Cumulus Media Detroit has a new co-host for its weeknight SportsWrap program on 760 WJR-AM. Anthony Bellino has joined former Detroit Lions offensive tackle Lomas Brown. Bellino is deeply embedded in the Detroit sports scene with the Lions and University of Michigan.
Dylan Salisbury

Dylan Salisbury, Programmer Behind AI Ashley, Promoted At Alpha

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Alpha Media Portland is expanding the duties of Dylan Salisbury to be the Assistant Content Director for 98.7 The Bull (KUPL). Salisbury is best known as the Content Director behind "AI Ashley," the world's first AI radio jock on Alpha's Live 95.5.
Ashley and Brad

‘Ashley & Brad’ Signs ‘Sunny’ Syndication In Central Louisiana

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The Ashley & Brad Show has picked up a new syndication partner in Louisiana. Flinn Broadcasting Corporation's Sunny 106.9 (KEDG) has added the Skid Trax program, which is coming off a successful 2023 with the addition of stations in Illinois and Washington state.
Rick and Lisa

After 38 Years, Hagerstown Morning Duo Rick & Lisa To Retire

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Alpha Media’s Mix 95.1 (WIKZ) in Chambersburg, PA/Hagerstown, MD is bidding farewell to morning show hosts Rick Alexander and Lisa Harding at the end of February. The duo announced their impending departure on Friday, capping a 38-year run on the station.

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