Bay Area’s KEZR and KBAY Name J. Love Operations Manager
J. Love has been named Operations Manager for Alpha Media's Bay Area cluster, overseeing programming for Mix 106.5 (KEZR) and Bay Country 94.5 (KBAY). His role is set to start on August 1.
Steve Mason and John Ireland To Stay With GKB’s ESPN LA
ESPN has signed a multi-year contract extension with Steve Mason and John Ireland, ensuring their flagship afternoon drive show Mason & Ireland will continue on Good Karma Brands' ESPN Los Angeles (KSPN-AM) through Super Bowl LXI in 2027.
Cleveland’s WOVU 95.9 FM Debuts The Abbie Knights Show
Cleveland’s Urban Alternative station WOVU 95.9 FM announces that The Abbie Knights Show joins the afternoon lineup starting Saturday, marking the first time a Latina leads an urban‑format radio show in Cleveland.
New TRHOF Award Pays Tribute to Radio Legends of the Past
The Texas Radio Hall of Fame is introducing a new honor: the Lonestar Legacy. The award, announced alongside the fifty finalists for its 2025 Induction Class, will be bestowed posthumously to preserve the memory of influential radio figures from days gone by.
Josh Innes Rolls Back Onto Detroit’s Wheels
iHeartMedia Detroit’s 106.7 WLLZ, Detroit’s Wheels, announced the return of Josh Innes to morning drive. The Josh Innes Show returns to WLLZ on July 28 after previously airing on the station from 2021 to 2023.
EMF Strengthens Executive Team with Ministry Chief of Staff
Educational Media Foundation has appointed Bobby Wood as Chief of Staff for the Ministry, as part of the Christian broadcast group's Ministry Leadership Team. Wood most recently served as Chief Strategy Officer for Biblical Ministries Worldwide.
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.















