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Guaranty Grieving The Loss of Host

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Guaranty Media in Baton Rouge announced on Wednesday that James Gilmore lost his battle with cancer this week. GM Gordy Rush said Gilmore was a consummate professional who loved the radio business. Gilmore was only 51 years of age.

WFAN Announces Two Shows to Replace Somers

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The 74-year old Steve Somers had been with the sports station all 34 years of its existence. On Wednesday WFAN announced two shows that will fill in the 7-hour nightly shift Somers covered.

WNYC Adds Editors

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WNYC has hired David Giambusso and Jon Campbell as Editors. Giambusso takes over a new position Day-Of News Editor; Campbell will become Albany Editor.

WTMJ New Morning News Anchor

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Vince Vitrano will be the new 'Wisconsin's Morning News' anchor on 620 WTMJ. Vitrano will take over for Gene Mueller, a 44 year Milwaukee radio news veteran; who will retire in February 2022.

Greiner To Lead iHeartMedia Albany

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Howard Greiner has been named Area President for iHeartMedia in Albany, New York. Greiner takes over for Kristen Delaney who will retire at the end of the year.

Long-time KEXP Executive Director Stepping Down

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Seattle-based nonprofit music station KEXP has announced that its longtime Executive Director Tom Mara will officially leave the helm on June 30, 2022, after 31 years of service. Tom will assist the Board of Directors with an executive search for new leadership.

New VP At Homeowner Media

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Homeowner Media has named Scott Basilotta as its first Vice President of Distribution. Basilotta, formerly the Director of Television and Radio Syndication, has been with the company for nine years.

Benedik Joins Audacy

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Brian Benedik is Audacy's new Chief Revenue Officer making him responsible for all revenue generation across the company. Benedik will report to Chief Operating Officer Susan Larkin who said the company is thriled to bring Benedik onto the team.

Cochran Named CEO at Family Radio Network

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Zach Cochran is a Christian music radio industry veteran having served for the last 18 years at WayFM Colorado in both local and regional management roles. He was chosen after a national search and starts as CEO in January.

Bob & Tom Keep Rolling On

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Westwood One has entered into a new three-year syndication agreement with The Bob & Tom Show. The show is heard on more than 100 stations across America.

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