After CMG’s Houston Sale, Bill Tatar Moves To Audacy
Following Cox Media Group's sale of his cluster to Urban One, Bill Tatar is headed to Audacy Houston as the market's new Regional Promotions Director. Tatar spent more than twenty years at CMG Houston. His new role begins on February 5.
Paramount’s John Halley Elected To Chair Of IAB Board
The Interactive Advertising Bureau, which helps set standards for podcast and digital media measurement, has appointed John Halley as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Halley, who served as Vice Chair, succeeds Alysia Borsa.
Carrie Saldo To Recap The Week In Western Mass For NEPM
Starting February 2, New England Public Media is welcoming journalist Carrie Saldo to its lineup with a new weekly radio show and podcast, The Rundown with Carrie Saldo. The show promises engaging conversations with reporters from across western Massachusetts.
Sid Rosenberg Takes WABC Show To Israel In Four-Day Event
In an international radio event, 77 WABC's Sid Rosenberg will be broadcasting live from Jerusalem for his program Sid & Friends In The Morning. From January 29 to February 1, Rosenberg will trace the turmoil and violence following the events of October 7.
Twin Cities Radio Personality Larry ‘Moon’ Thompson Passes
Hubbard Broadcasting Twin Cities is mourning the loss of longtime KS95 personality Larry "Moon" Thompson, who passed away at the age of 65 due to complications from MS. Moon hosted KSTP afternoons alongside Staci Matthews from 2003 to 2019.
Staff Changes Move Broadway Bill Lee To Nights On NYC’s WCBS
Audacy is reshuffling its weekday lineup at New York's WCBS-FM 101.1, with Jesse Addy taking over afternoon drive from Broadway Bill Lee starting February 5. Lee now moves into the night slot, bumping Joe Causi, who continues with the station in a separate role.
Atlanta Braves Part Ways With Radio Announcer Jim Powell
Atlanta Braves radio announcer Jim Powell is leaving the team after 15 years in the booth. Powell shared the news on social media, expressing gratitude for the relationships formed during his time with the Braves, spanning from Turner Field to Truist Park.
Robin Hilton Back In Host Chair For NPR’s ‘All Songs Considered’
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 Making Major Changes To Syndicated Radio Show
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 Elevated To CSS Continental Leadership Role
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.
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