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BPM Appoints David Belew as Director of Development

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David Belew is joining Baltimore Public Media as Director of Development, starting September 22. In his new role, he will lead membership, grants, major giving, events, and community engagement strategies.
Hot 97

NYC’s Hot 97 Names New On-Air Roster; Enuff Out, Flex Still In

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After Funkmaster Flex made headlines teasing changes for the station, MediaCo’s Hot 97 (WQHT) has confirmed a new weekday on-air lineup that gives Flex an updated timeslot while phasing out one of the station’s most recognizable personalities.
Funkmaster Flex

Funkmaster Flex Instagram Post Misread as Exit From Hot 97

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A misconstrued social media post from Hip-Hop radio mainstay Funkmaster Flex created panic among fans on Thursday night that the beloved NYC host would be turning off the mic on MediaCo's Hot 97 (WQHT) forever. Fortunately, it will be a much smaller change.
Mike Sakell

Catskills Mark End of Era as Radio Newsman Mike Sakell Retires

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One of the Catskills’ most recognizable radio voices is retiring after more than four decades on air. Bold Gold Media's Mike Sakell is stepping down, with Sullivan County native Dylan Price taking over as the broadcaster's Catskills News & Sports Director.
David Greene

Former ‘Morning Edition’ Host Now Brings Sports to Public Radio

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Philadelphia's WHYY and public radio syndicator PRX have partnered for Sports in America, a new weekly program and podcast hosted by David Greene. Greene is best known for his decade as host of NPR’s Morning Edition and the morning news podcast Up First.
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ESPN Radio College Tailgate Tour Returns for 2025 Season

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ESPN has confirmed the return of its College Football Tailgate tour, set to launch nationwide on August 29. The weekend lineup includes Amber & Ian: On the Road on Friday nights and a Saturday morning live broadcast from top tailgating locations across the country.
Jim Dolan

Radio and Media Executive Jim Dolan Passes Away at 72

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Jim Dolan, a respected broadcaster and strategist whose career spanned radio, cable, and digital media, has passed away. He was 72. Colleagues are remembering him for his mentorship, his steady hand, and his gift for turning chaos into strategy.
Bill Spadea

Spadea’s Back: NJ 101.5 Morning Host Returns After Political Run

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Bill Spadea is returning to weekday mornings on Townsquare Media’s New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW) starting Tuesday, September 2, following his unsuccessful run for the Republican nomination for New Jersey governor.
Gary Burbank

Cincinnati Radio Legend Gary Burbank Dead at 84

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Gary Burbank, best known for his run on Cincinnati’s 700 WLW, where he ruled the afternoon drive from 1981 until his retirement in December 2007, has died. Over his career, Burbank created a cast of unforgettable on-air characters.
Greg Papa

49ers Name Fill-In Broadcast Team During Greg Papa’s Absence

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The San Francisco 49ers announced a temporary radio broadcast team to cover games while play-by-play announcer Greg Papa focuses on his health. The KNBR midday host announced on August 1 that he is stepping away after a cancer diagnosis.

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November 9, 2026

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