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Rebecca Myles

Rebecca Myles Named News Director at NYC’s WBAI 99.5

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Pacifica Foundation's WBAI 99.5 in New York City has appointed Rebecca Myles as News Director. A previous contributor to WBAI, Myles has also reported and produced content for BBC World Service, Latin Post, Mint Press, and RT America.
Jake Vulinec

It’s Overtime for Jake Vulinec on Cleveland’s Fan

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Audacy Cleveland has promoted 92.3 The Fan (WKRK) host Jake Vulinec to lead weekday evenings on Overtime on The Fan. Vulinec first joined The Fan in May 2023 as a part-time update anchor and fill-in host.
Tripp Rogers

Tripp Rogers Comes Back to Rock 94 ½ as Morning Host, APD

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Rock 94 ½ is (KHTQ) welcoming back a familiar voice as veteran rock radio personality Tripp Rogers steps in as the new host of Rock 94 ½ Mornings and Assistant Program Director. Rogers will take over from Scott Steele, with his first show set for March 3.
Richard Baer

SiriusXM Brings on Former Airbnb Exec as General Counsel

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SiriusXM has appointed Richard Baer as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary, effective March 3. Baer will take over the role from Patrick Donnelly, who is retiring in April after nearly 27 years with the company.
Christy Holifield

Christy Holifield Named Market President For iHeart Greensboro

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iHeartMedia has appointed Christy Holifield as President of its Greensboro, NC, market. She replaces Kellie Holeman, who held the role since 2019. Holifield previously served as Vice President of Sales for iHeartMedia Columbia.
US Soccer

US Soccer and Westwood One Sports Announce Audio Partnership

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US Soccer and Cumulus Media have signed a multi-year agreement making Westwood One Sports the team's exclusive English-language audio partner. The partnership grants Westwood One Sports broadcast rights to all US Soccer Federation-hosted matches.
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Alliance for Women in Media Announces 2025 Board of Directors

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The Alliance for Women in Media has revealed its 2025 National Board of Directors and Officers, marking a pivotal year as the organization prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Gracie Awards.
Richard Cross

Richard Cross to Take SuperTalk Mississippi Mornings After Gallo

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SuperTalk Mississippi Media has found its successor for the time slot left vacant by longtime host Paul Gallo, who passed away in January. Mornings with Richard Cross will air weekdays on SuperTalk Mississippi’s statewide radio network.
Gary Stevens

Former WMCA “Good Guy” & Radio Exec Gary Stevens Passes

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Former WMCA "Good Guy," media broker, and radio executive Gary Stevens passed away on February 17. He was 84. Stevens had served on multiple boards, including the NAB, RAB, and Saga Communications - where he was Lead Director.
Joel Hartstone

Joel Hartstone, Entrepreneur and Radio Investor, Dead at 79

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Joel Hartstone, a former radio station owner and industry investor, passed away on February 4 at the age of 79. Hartstone, a 1970 graduate of Cornell Law School, began his career as counsel for Aetna before transitioning into media ownership in the early 1980s.

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