People in the News

The K-LOVE Christian radio network is adding Lauree Austin in June. Prior to joining K-LOVE, Lauree was part of Lauree & Doug on KCBI-FM, Dallas-Ft. Worth.

Shannon Bomia has joined Program Director and Morning Host Zannie as the newest member of the BOUNCE Morning Show in Detroit. Bomia was the winner of the recent ‘The Big Break’ on-air talent search conducted by the Beasley Group’s 105.1 The BOUNCE Morning Show.

The Dan Bongino Show is added to KTTH-AM line-up. The show debuts on the Bonneville News Talker May 24. Bongino said, “I'm honored KTTH decided to go with the show. All I can do is bring a high-quality product, put a ton of work into it and I promise, I will."

Danny Miller is the new afternoon host on Classic Hits 94-5 Bay FM. Miller joined the Alpha station 16 years ago. GM David Drutz said, “Danny is such a beloved voice throughout the South Bay that it made perfect sense to have him become an integral part of the daily listening of KBAY’s devoted audience.”

Radio One Atlanta’s Praise 102.5has hired Jekalyn Carr for middays. Carr is a Grammy Award nominated, Stellar Award and Dove Award-winning recording artist.

After 35 years in syndication, Radio Hall of Fame inductee, Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton has announced his retirement from all three of his national radio programs. Hamilton will keep his gig as weekday afternoon host in iHeart's KTU-FM in New York City.

Abby Krizner has been named Program Director for 105.9 The X. Krizner began her career at the station in 2008, where she most recently served as an Assistant Program Director and Morning Show Host.

Comedian J.J. Williamson - “J.J. from The Sipp” - has been hired to join host DeDe McGuire and co-host Lady Jade on the nationally syndicated show, Dede In The Morning. as its new comedian and co-host.

Colorado Public Radio announced the hiring of LaToya Linzey as its new senior vice president, people and culture. Prior to CPR, Linzey served as a senior human resource business partner for the City and County of Denver.

WMAL-FM, Washington D.C., is flipping hosts in a new line-up that debuts May 24. Larry O’Connor is moving to mornings and Vince Coglianese is jumping to afternoons.