Philly Jazz Legend Wraps Up 50 Years On Air
Bob Perkins, who has been playing jazz on Philadelphia's airwaves for over 50 years, is set to retire from radio. Last Sunday, Perkins announced during his Sunday Jazz Brunch show on Temple University's WRTI-FM that April 2nd will be his last show.
Cumulus’ 99X Pulls Big Name Back From SiriusXM
99X Atlanta's original evening jock is returning to the station after 28 years. An official announcement of his role will be made on Friday, and he could take over the recently vacated afternoon slot.
Focus360 Promotes Two To Key Leadership Roles
National radio sales and syndication network Focus360 has promoted two veteran employees. One will serve as the company's first VP of Planning, while the other is the new Director of Client Services in sales.
Early Morning Man Out At iHeart Tampa
A 29-year host at iHeartMedia's NewsRadio 970 (WFLA) was let go at the conclusion of his show on Wednesday morning. The host told the Tampa Bay Times he was let go due to "cost-cutting measures."
Kaytie Kelly Promoted To Digital Director
Wisconsin-based Woodward Radio Group's new Digital Department has its new Director. WRG has promoted Kaytie Kelly to lead all six radio brands (WAPL, WHBY, WSCO, WKSZ, WZOR, and WFZZ).
Corcoran Exits Audacy, New EVP Named To Fill Gap
Audacy has elevated Jenna Weiss-Berman to EVP of Podcasts, as Chris Corcoran, who founded Audacy-owned podcast studio Cadence13 and served as Chief Content Officer, exits.
Charlotte’s ‘Grown Man Radio’ Bumps To Online Station
More than a year after exiting Beasley Charlotte, comedian and air talent Tone-X is taking his Grown Man Show online. Tone-X is joining RAW 704 Media's online station, based out of Charlotte.
Cox Tulsa Marks New Market Manager
Cox Media Group Tulsa has a new Market Manager. Effective April 10, Mark Shecterle will oversee all of CMG’s radio stations in the market, including KWEN, KRMG, KRAV, and KJSR.
JDub Makes PD Move To East Tennessee
SummitMedia named Joe “JDub” Dobbins as the new Program Director for Star 102.1 (WWST) and Hot 104.5 (WKHT) in Knoxville, TN on Tuesday. He will also serve as a WWST on-air personality.
Sousa Continues On Her Path With Compass
Compass Media Networks has promoted Liane Sousa to Director of Affiliate Sales. Sousa will continue to be based out of New York and manage and affiliate content partnerships for Compass syndicated programs.
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