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Donnie Simpson

DC’s Donnie Simpson Named To NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame

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The National Association of Broadcasters has announced it will induct radio personality Donnie Simpson into the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Simpson first started in radio at age 15 in Detroit, but is best known for his work in the Washington DC market.
Madd Hatta

Just Like Majic, Madd Hatta Returns To Houston Radio

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Renowned Houston radio personality and rapper Madd Hatta is returning to Majic 102.1, bringing back The Madd Hatta Show. Starting February 12, he will broadcast afternoon drive on the Urban One-operated heritage R&B.
Robert Mendoza

Former iHeart VP Mendoza To Lead Lazer Media’s Digital Sales

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Robert Mendoza is joining Hispanic radio operator Lazer Media as its new Senior Vice President of Digital Sales. Mendoza, previously VP of Sales at iHeartMedia in San Francisco, will lead the company's digital sales efforts and manage fulfillment operations.
Ben "Complex" Romero

Audacy Adds Third California Station To Complex’s Domain

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Audacy is again expanding Ben "Complex" Romero's programming duties to now include oversight in the Bay Area. Romero will serve as Brand Manager for San Francisco's 102 Jams in addition to his role for Sacramento's 102.5 KSFM and 106.5 The End.
Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper Makes Radio Return With New Nightly Show

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Months after Alice Cooper announced the end of his long-running radio show, Nights With Alice Cooper, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is back on the air with a new nightly program and a new syndication partner. Alice's Attic has debuted in the US via Superadio.
Buddy Scott

Renowned Radio Programmer Buddy Scott Passes Away

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Programming legend Buddy Kincer, best known as Buddy Scott, passed away on Sunday morning following a brief illness. The news was confirmed by a post on his Facebook page made by a family member.
Joe Madison

President Biden Among Mourners For Radio Host Joe Madison

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Renowned civil rights activist and Radio Hall of Fame member Joe Madison has passed away at the age of 74 following a battle with cancer. Known on-air as the Black Eagle, Madison had a barrier-breaking career both inside the studio and out.
Asheville Radio Revamp

First All-Female Morning Show Comes To Asheville

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Asheville Media Group is introducing three new morning shows in Western North Carolina, including Asheville's first all-female morning show. Starting February 5, The Morning Mix with Melanie & Crystal will debut on Mix 96.5
RAB Promotions Johnson, Pham, and Wright

Trio Of Promotions As RAB Raises Johnson, Pham, and Wright

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The Radio Advertising Bureau has recently elevated three of its team members to new leadership positions. The promotions include Kim Johnson, Cynthia Pham, and Madison Wright to roles in the Professional Development, Digital Services, and Events and Communications divisions.
Mike Elroy

Stephens Media Promotes Mike Elroy To PD In OK

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Stephens Media Group has announced the promotion of Mike Elroy to Program Director at KKAJ in Ardmore, OK. Elroy has been with the Country station for six years. First first task in leading the station is to find a new morning show host in the station's ongoing search.

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