Media Researcher Matt Hird Makes VP at Signal Hill Insights
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 Show Headed For ESPN Radio in Disney+ Deal
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 Appointed To Lead WHIN Radio
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 Named Steelers Audio Network Color Commentator
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.
NPR Newsroom Leader Edith Chapin to Depart After 13 Years
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.
Not His First Portland Rodeo: Jamie Tanchyk Joins The Bull
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.
iHeart Zooms In with Lenz as Milwaukee Market President
iHeartMedia has promoted Dan Lenz to the role of Market President for its Milwaukee operations. Lenz, who joined the broadcaster in 2017, has served as the six-station cluster's Senior Vice President of Sales since 2021.
Walker in the Groove As Jazz88 Names New Station Manager
Jazz88 (KBEM) has formally named Johnny Lee Walker as its new Station Manager. Walker, who joined Minneapolis Public Schools as a Development Specialist for KBEM in 2020, has led the Jazz-formatted station on an interim basis since May 2024.
Linebacker to Broadcaster: Morrison Joins Raiders Radio for 2025
Former Raiders linebacker Kirk Morrison is taking a new role with the team, joining play-by-play voice Jason Horowitz in the radio booth for the 2025 regular season. The Oakland native will make his debut on September 7 when the Raiders face the Patriots.
Nebraska Rural Radio Grows Ag Coverage with New Farm Director
Agricultural journalist Steve White has joined the Nebraska Rural Radio Association as KRVN Farm Director. White, a South Dakota native, has spent over 25 years reporting on rural issues for television stations throughout Nebraska.
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