Former DC Radio Host Dies After Decades of Quiet Advocacy
John Lyon, whose decades-long presence on Washington, DC's WMAL intertwined with one of the region’s most haunting mysteries, has died at the age of 85. Lyon’s 22-year career at WMAL began in the early 1970s, where he became known for his good-natured demeanor.
Audacy Wisconsin Adds Brett Andrews to Programming Leadership
Audacy has appointed Brett Andrews as Brand Manager for Mix 105.1 (WMHX) in Madison and Assistant Brand Manager for both 99.1 The Mix (WMYX) and 103.7 KISS-FM (WXSS) in Milwaukee. Beginning July 14, Andrews will also host afternoons on 99.1 The Mix.
iHeart Chicago Appoints Kashon Powell to Programming VP Role
Kashon Powell has returned to iHeartMedia as the new Vice President of Programming for its Chicago group. Powell brings a strong three-decade track record to the role, having previously been the first woman to hold the VP of Programming title at Urban One.
Triple Helix Strengthens Sales Leadership With Adam Robinson
Triple Helix Technology has named career radio engineer and executive Adam Robinson as Director of Sales, Marketing, and Business Development. He will oversee growth strategy for the company's MaxxKonnect, Logitek, and MK Technical Services brands.
Gary Pizzati Launches Direct Mail Division to Assist Local Radio
Former Cumulus Media Senior Vice President Gary Pizzati has launched a new arm of his company, We Mail America, aimed at helping radio clusters reclaim local ad dollars through targeted direct mail.
Pillar Media Appoints Former iHeart Region Leader as COO
Pillar Media has named former iHeartMedia Region President Tim Hager as its new Chief Operating Officer. He succeeds longtime radio executive Dick Whitworth, who is retiring after a 50-year career in Christian broadcasting.
Hannah B Chosen for MIW’s 2025 Programming Mentorship
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has announced Alpha Media’s Hannah Brummer, known on-air as Hannah B, as the 2025 recipient of the Elevating Women in Programming Mentorship, aimed at developing female leadership in radio programming.
Simington Surfaces At GOP Think Tank After Abrupt FCC Exit
After his surprising departure from the FCC, Nathan Simington has already returned to policy work, joining a top Conservative think tank as a visiting fellow. The news was announced last week by another former FCC Commissioner.
Comrex Sales Director Raul Hun Joins BSW in Senior Role
Broadcast Supply Worldwide has named Raul Hun as its new Director of Business Deployment, South, a move aimed at expanding the company’s presence across the southern US and strengthening relationships in global broadcast markets.
V105.5 Names Brandon Davis Lead Play-by-Play Announcer
Brandon Davis is joining Vicksburg, MS's V105.5 (WVBG) this fall as the lead play-by-play broadcaster for Warren Central football. He has spent years behind the mic for the high school team as its in-stadium public address announcer.
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