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ESPN Chicago Adds Rich Eisen at Center of Updated Lineup

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Good Karma Brands’ ESPN Chicago (WMVP-AM) will debut a revamped weekday schedule on September 2, highlighted by the addition of The Rich Eisen Show. The Emmy-nominated broadcaster brings his nationally acclaimed program to the station’s midday slot.
Ari Shapiro

Ari Shapiro to Exit NPR’s All Things Considered; Sets Final Show

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All Things Considered and Consider This co-host Ari Shapiro will step away from his hosting duties and daily coverage at NPR this fall after a decade in the role. The departure was announced in a note to staff by NPR Editor-in-Chief Edith Chapin.

Audacy’s 106.5 The Wolf Revamps Lineup in Kansas City

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Audacy Kansas City’s 106.5 The Wolf (WDAF) will launch a revamped weekday lineup on September 9, highlighted by the debut of Jenny and Jagger in the Morning with Jenny Matthews, Jagger, and Matt Gapske.

MoJoe Makes SVP of Programming in Sin City

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iHeartMedia Las Vegas has announced MoJoe Roberts as SVP of Programming for its cluster of four stations. With nearly 30 years of multi-format programming experience, Roberts joined iHeartMedia in 2020 as PD for 95.5 The Bull.
Georgene Rice

Georgene Rice To Retire From PNW Christian Radio

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After almost four decades in Christian radio, Georgene Rice is retiring, ending her run on Salem Media Group's 93.9 KPDQ in Portland and 820 The Word (KGNW-AM) in Seattle. Her final broadcast of The Georgene Rice Show will air Friday, August 29.

Darby and Holloway Join Ole Miss Men’s Basketball Radio Crew

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The Ole Miss Radio Network announced a new men’s basketball broadcast team for the 2025-26 season. Gary Darby will handle play-by-play, while Murphy Holloway joins as color analyst, replacing David Kellum and Marc Dukes.
Tommy Lam

Tommy Lam to Lead ESPN LA as New Market Manager

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Good Karma Brands has named Tommy Lam Market Manager of ESPN Los Angeles (KSPN-AM). Previously the station's General Sales Manager and Senior Director of Marketing, his career spans more than 20 years in media, brand strategy, and integrated marketing.

KAB Reveals 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

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The Kansas Association of Broadcasters has revealed its 2025 class of three Hall of Fame honorees. The KAB’s highest recognition, Hall of Fame Award recipients have achieved national recognition and contributed to broadcasting in Kansas and beyond.
Tim and Chelsea

Tim Leary and Chelsea Taylor Join Opry’s Centennial Celebration

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Hubbard Broadcasting's New Country 103.1 (WIRK) morning hosts Tim Leary and Chelsea Taylor are taking a trip from Palm Beach to Music City to take part in the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary Celebration as guest announcers on December 5.

Baltimore’s 98 Rock Names Justin Johnson Program Director

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Hearst Communications' 98 Rock (WIYY) in Baltimore has announced Justin Johnson as its new Program Director, effective September 1. Johnson, who has been Assistant Program Director since 2023, succeeds Rick Strauss, who is retiring.

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