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Wink Martindale

Wink Martindale, Radio Host and Game Show Favorite, Has Died

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Wink Martindale, an iconic voice of American radio and television, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 91 in California. While widely recognized for his game show hosting, Martindale's illustrious career began and flourished in radio.
Tom Nankival

Former Saga GM Tom Nankival Joins Mid-West Family As VP

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Mid-West Family Broadcasting has named Tom Nankival as Vice President of Sales for its Indiana and Michigan operations, where he will lead efforts across the South Bend and Southwest Michigan markets. Nankival officially begins in the role on May 2.
Jazzie Belle and Mic Fox

rapfabulous To Bring Classic Hip-Hop to NYC and Chicago Radios

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Audacy has partnered with radio syndicator Superadio to launch rapfabulous, a new weekend show dedicated to classic Hip-Hop culture and history. The program, hosted by Mic Fox and Jazzie Belle, will premiere in Chicago and New York this weekend.
Pat Boyle

The Pat Boyle Show Joins Infinity Sports Network Overnight Lineup

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Audacy has announced the launch of The Pat Boyle Show as part of its weekday programming on Infinity Sports Network. Boyle, who has been with WFAN and Infinity Sports Network since 2019, also co-hosts Sunday’s Bets on Audacy’s BetMGM Network.
Tara Puckey

Tara Puckey To Lead RTDNA as CEO Dan Shelley Sets Retirement

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After more than 25 years of leadership and advocacy within the Radio Television Digital News Association, RTDNA President and CEO Dan Shelley will retire at the end of 2025. RTDNA Executive Director Tara Puckey will succeed Shelley, effective January 1.
Donald Trump Jr

Donald Trump Jr., Lara Trump Take Stakes In Salem Media Group

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Salem Media Group has announced a multi-faceted agreement that brings Donald Trump Jr. and Lara Trump into the company as both stakeholders and strategic collaborators as the broadcaster grows its footprint in conservative media.
Jed the Fish

Jed The Fish, Early Voice Of LA Alt Rock Radio, Dead at 69

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Jed "The Fish" Gould, the influential Los Angeles radio talent who helped shape the city’s alternative rock sound at KROQ, has died at 69. Known for his distinctive laughter, Gould spent more than three decades with KROQ as one of its most iconic voices.
Scooter Seagraves

Tulsa Radio’s Scooter Seagraves, of KAKC Fame, Passes Away

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George B. "Scooter" Seagraves, a familiar and beloved voice to generations of Tulsa radio listeners, has died. He was 85. A native of Stuttgart, AR, Seagraves began his broadcasting career at just 19 years old while attending the University of Tulsa.
Senan Mele

BIA Advisory Services Names New Forecasting VP As Ovadia Exits

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BIA Advisory Services has named Senan Mele as Vice President of Forecasting and Data Analysis, succeeding Nicole Ovadia, who Radio Ink has learned has exited the company to pursue a new opportunity after three years in the role.
Beth Bacall

Bacall to Stay on ‘Today’s Christian Music’ Under New Ownership

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Beth Bacall is staying on afternoons at the Today’s Christian Music network, following its sale to Christian FM Media. Bacall joined the network in April 2024 when it was still under Salem Media Group ownership.

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