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97.5 The Fanatic

Budget Cuts Lead To RIF At Beasley Philadelphia’s Fanatic

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Several air talent at Beasley Philadelphia's 97.5 The Fanatic have been let go as part of budget cuts the station had to make. Hunter Brody, known for his role in the afternoon trio that replaced Mike Missanelli, was part of the reduction.
Taylor Vaughn

Vaughn Rises To Assist With Two Audacy Milwaukee Brands

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Audacy Milwaukee has promoted Taylor Vaughn to the position of Assistant Brand Manager and Music Director of 103.7 Kiss FM (WXSS) and 99.1 The Mix (WMYX). Born and raised in Milwaukee, Vaughn spent years managing stations in the Cayman Islands.
Rob Sanchez

After WBZ Exit, Rob Sanchez Finds Executive Role In Nashville

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In June, iHeartMedia's Northeastern Regional News Director Rob Sanchez traded in his role for a consultancy position at WBZ, where he had been PD. On Tuesday, it was announced that he is the new COO of Nashville Public Radio.
Chris Hernandez

Hernandez Adds Another Audacy CHR To His Brand Portfolio

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Chris Hernandez has been raised to Regional Brand Manager of Audacy Chattanooga's 100.3 Kiss FM (WKXJ). Hernandez will retain his position as Operations Manager for Audacy Phoenix, including his role as Regional Brand Manager for Live 101.5 (KALV).
Derek Madden

Cumulus Makes Major Format Promotion For Minneapolis’ Madden

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Cumulus Minneapolis Operations Manager Derek Madden has been promoted by the company to Vice President of Mainstream Rock Formats. The new role comes in addition to his OM duties, and Madden will also continue as Program Director for Minneapolis' 93X. 
David Cohn

Westwood One Nabs Spotify Podcast Sales Director David Cohn

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On Tuesday morning, Westwood One announced the appointment of Spotify's Director of Global Podcast Sales David Cohn as Senior Vice President, Sales and Digital Partnerships. In his new role, Cohn will take charge of nationwide digital sales, primarily focusing on podcasting.
L Adam Fox

Fox Comes From Canada To Detroit Public Radio

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Detroit public radio station WDET 101.9 has announced the appointment of L. Adam Fox as Program Director. In his new role, Fox will oversee the development of news, music, and conversation programming, serving the diverse Detroit community.
Sandy Maxx (Courtesy photo)

Changes To The Maxx At Good Karma Milwaukee News/Talk

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Good Karma Brands Milwaukee announced a reshuffling of the daily lineup for its News/Talk WTMJ-AM, centered around Sandy Maxx. Maxx will move from her current afternoon drive position to co-host WTMJ Now with Steve Scaffidi.
Julie and Friends

Tristan Up, New Show In, Haze Out At Audacy St. Louis

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Audacy St. Louis announced a series of personnel changes to their stations Y98 (KYKY) and 102.5 KEZK on Monday. The changes were revealed by JR Ammons, the Operations Manager and Brand Manager of the stations, and will take effect later this month.
Ted Farnen

Former Missouri State Representative Goes On Air With Cumulus

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Cumulus Media Columbia, MO is introducing a new weekday afternoon talk show on News/Talk radio station, KFRU-AM. Hosted by journalist and former Missouri State Representative Ted Farnen, Columbia Today will air for the first time on Monday, July 17.

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