Frankie Grande Lands Spot On Audacy
“Fridays with Frankie,” is a limited-edition series hosted by LGBTQ+ icon and friend of CHANNEL Q Frankie Grande. The program will air live on Audacy’s digital platform and will also air across Audacy’s CHANNEL Q’s network of stations nationwide.
Ed Lover Hits Syndication
Audacy is launching “The Ed Lover Experience” into syndication October 17. The Hip-Hop program with host Ed Lover, will be heard across a variety of dayparts in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle and Las Vegas.
Janda Lane Driving Chicago Middays
Janda Lane has been promoted to permanent midday show host and Music Director at WDRV-FM, Chicago. She co-hosted afternoons with Steve Seaver before temporarily stepping in for midday host Bob Stroud.
Dave Kim Joins WDET
Dave Kim is the new manager, digital content and strategy for WDET, Detroit. Most recently, he oversaw Michigan Humane’s digital marketing efforts.
McBride Moving Beyond Mixes
Marcus McBride is stepping away from the world of syndicated radio mix shows. He is jumping into the computer programming world in Southern California.
Bomani Extends ESPN Contract
ESPN podcast host and guest commentator Bomani Jones has signed a contract extension. Jones will continue to make regular guest appearances across ESPN Radio’s sports talk programming, and he will also continue to be a key contributor across the television studio lineup.
New VP National Operations At HMG
Brian Driver has been promoted to Vice President of National Operations for Houston based Hope Media Group. Since 2012, Driver has served WayFM as Operations Manager and Later General manager for WAYA in Charleston SC.
New Deal For Dave & Chuck the Freak
Beasley Media Group has signed Dave Hunter and Charles Urquhart, co-hosts of the successful Detroit-based WRIF-FM Dave & Chuck the Freak Morning Show, to a new long-term contract.
NYPR Hires New President/CEO
The New York Public Radio Board of Trustees has announced LaFontaine Oliver has been named the next President and CEO. He joins from Your Public Radio (WYPR) in Baltimore, where he currently serves as President and CEO.
Honors For iHeart’s John Sykes
John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia, was honored at the Kristen Ann Carr Fund’s 2022 “A Night to Remember”. The event in New York City raised more than $1million for the fund.
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