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Cleveland’s WOVU 95.9 FM Debuts The Abbie Knights Show

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Cleveland’s Urban Alternative station WOVU 95.9 FM announces that The Abbie Knights Show joins the afternoon lineup starting Saturday, marking the first time a Latina leads an urban‑format radio show in Cleveland.
Texas Radio Hall of Fame

New TRHOF Award Pays Tribute to Radio Legends of the Past

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The Texas Radio Hall of Fame is introducing a new honor: the Lonestar Legacy. The award, announced alongside the fifty finalists for its 2025 Induction Class, will be bestowed posthumously to preserve the memory of influential radio figures from days gone by.

Josh Innes Rolls Back Onto Detroit’s Wheels

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iHeartMedia Detroit’s 106.7 WLLZ, Detroit’s Wheels, announced the return of Josh Innes to morning drive. The Josh Innes Show returns to WLLZ on July 28 after previously airing on the station from 2021 to 2023.
Dr Bobby Wood

EMF Strengthens Executive Team with Ministry Chief of Staff

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Educational Media Foundation has appointed Bobby Wood as Chief of Staff for the Ministry, as part of the Christian broadcast group's Ministry Leadership Team. Wood most recently served as Chief Strategy Officer for Biblical Ministries Worldwide.
Matt Hird

Media Researcher Matt Hird Makes VP at Signal Hill Insights

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Signal Hill Insights has promoted Matt Hird to Vice President, marking the latest step in a career that spans more than 15 years in media research and insights. Hird, who has held various roles at Signal Hill since 2017, most recently served as Senior Research Director.
Rich Eisen

Rich Eisen Show Headed For ESPN Radio in Disney+ Deal

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Just months after The Rich Eisen Show became the anchor of the Infinity Sports Network’s midday lineup, host Rich Eisen is preparing to depart for a new multi-platform deal with ESPN Radio.
Karen DeFriez

Karen DeFriez Appointed To Lead WHIN Radio

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Kensington Digital Media has named Karen DeFriez as the new General Manager and Sales Manager for WHIN Radio 100.7/1010-AM, serving Gallatin and Hendersonville, TN. She brings a long record of experience in broadcasting and network sales.
Max Starks

Max Starks Named Steelers Audio Network Color Commentator

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iHeartMedia Pittsburgh announced changes to the Steelers Audio Network broadcast team on July 22. Former Steelers lineman and two-time Super Bowl champion Max Starks will move from sideline analyst to color commentator, joining play-by-play host Rob King.
Headshot of Edith Chapin.

NPR Newsroom Leader Edith Chapin to Depart After 13 Years

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As a period of upheaval begins for public radio, NPR Editor in Chief and Acting Chief Content Officer Edith Chapin has announced her intention to step down from her position later this year, concluding over a decade in newsroom leadership for the company.
Jamie Tanchyk

Not His First Portland Rodeo: Jamie Tanchyk Joins The Bull

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Jamie Tanchyk is coming back to Portland radio, joining Alpha Media's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL) as the new midday host starting Monday, July 28. Tanchyk was previously heard on cross-town rival 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) before being let go in Audacy layoffs earlier this year.

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