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From Radio Online: WGFX-FM (104.5 The Zone) in Nashville taps Zach Lyons as afternoon host for its Sports radio show "Blaine and Zach," weekdays from 1-3pm. Lyons joins co-host Blaine Bishop, a former Tennessee Titans hard-hitting safety and a four-time Pro Bowler. Bishop retired following the 2002 season capping a 10-year NFL More...

From Radio Online: Edison Research has debuted the True Crime Consumer Report with audiochuck media company, which provides new insights from True Crime fans that transform perceptions of the genre and of True Crime audience growth. The report was presented by Edison Research Senior Director of Research Gabriel Soto in a More...

From Radio Insight: Cumulus Media Sports “104.5 The Zone” WGFX Gallatin/Nashville has announced the addition of Zach Lyons to its lineup to co-host “Blaine & Zach” from 1-3pm with former Tennessee Titan Blaine Bishop. Lyons is the co-founder of Nashville sports blog BroadwaySportsMedia.com and hosts the podcast “Football and Other F Words”, which will join the station’s podcast network. He also runs the Titans e-mail list StackingTheInbox.com focusing on advanced analytics as well as opinion. He will also co-host the station’s Titans postgame show “Titans Talk Back” with Brent Dougherty, Lucas Panzica, and Kevin Dyson. WGFX Operations Manager Paul Mason said, ?The exciting on-air duo of Blaine Bishop and Zach Lyons will ignite afternoons on 104.5 The Zone, delivering destination sports talk at its best. Zach is very well-versed in analytics and will bring an interesting dynamic to the show alongside Blaine, a popular Titans alumnus. Zach is also a great addition to our Titans postgame show, and we are thrilled to have his podcast, ?Football and Other F Words? join the 104.5 The Zone Podcast Network.? Lyons added, ?I am in shock that I will be living out a dream that I have had for decades. The fact that I get to talk shop with a legend like Blaine Bishop on 104.5 The Zone every day is just the cherry on top. Honored and grateful for all the support, especially from my wife Loren, and look forward to bringing listeners the best two hours of sports radio throughout the week.? Lyons takes the spot at WGFX that had been held by Mickey Ryan until his departure in May. more

From Radio Online: Alex Cooper, the host of the popular "Call Her Daddy" podcast, has entered into a new partnership with SiriusXM, ending her previous deal with Spotify. The multi-year deal gives SiriusXM rights to advertise, distribute and host other content and events related to the podcast. Sources familiar with the deal More...

From Radio Insight: Nielsen continues its releases of the July 2024 diary surveys today. Today’s markets include monthly ratings for Akron, Charleston SC, Monterey/Salinas/Santa Cruz, and Syracuse. Markets coming this week include: On Wendesday, August 21: Monthly ratings for Columbia SC, Little Rock, Springfield MA, and Toledo. On Thursday, August 22: Monthly ratings for Colorado Springs, Des Moines, Mobile, Spokane, and Wichita. On Friday, August 23: Monthly ratings for Chattanooga and Huntsville, Jackson MS, and Madison. more

From Radio Online: AdLarge has announced the addition of the CEO School podcast to its fwd. network portfolio. CEO School, hosted by entrepreneur Suneera Madhani, aims to empower women in business through conversations with female leaders and mentors. The podcast, which has already amassed over 1.5 million downloads, launches More...

From Radio Online: Former WTOP/Washington, DC Program Director Jim Farley has died following surgery to repair an aneurysm. Farley, who led the DC all-news station from 1996 until his retirement in 2013, played a key role in the station's transition from its previous 1500 AM signal to 103.5 FM. Farley's career spanned More...

From Radio Online: Imaging Voice Veteran "Rider" is the new imaging voice of Audacy's Classic Rock KGON in Portland, OR which is celebrating it's 50th year. According to Brand Manager Ryan Castle, "The choice was obvious. Rider came very highly recommended by our sister stations in Cleveland and Sacramento and has delivered." More...

From Radio Online: iHeartMedia's My Cultura podcast network, in collaboration with Locatora Productions, has launched a new original podcast entitled "Senora Sex Ed." Hosted by Locatora Productions co-founders Mala Munoz and Diosa Femme, the podcast aims to address and dismantle stigmas surrounding sex and sexuality within More...

From Radio Online: Lotus Communications launches the new FOX Sports 104.7 FM and 890 AM on KSAC-AM and KSAC-X1 in Sacramento, effective Monday, September 2. The stations will air FOX Sports Radio's 24/7 lineup of live sports entertainment shows, outside of "The Rob, Anybody, and Dawn Show" (known to More...

From Radio Online: Bloomberg Radio, in conjunction with Beasley Media Group, has announced Bloomberg Radio will be heard on WBOS-FM-HD1 (92.9) beginning September 3 at 12pm ET. "Rock 92.9" along with Dave and Chuck the Freak will be move to WBOS-FM-HD2 (106.1), WRCA (1330) and on the More...

From Radio Insight: Norsan Media has named Alina Berriz as Florida Market President overseeing the company’s stations in Jacksonville and Orlando. Berriz joins Norsan from Bustos Media where she was General Manager and Sales Manager in Seattle since June 2019. She has also held roles in television as Director of Creative Services for Univision’s UniM?s network, Marketing Operations Manager for Telemundo’s owned & operated stations, and Sales/Marketing/Promotions Manager for WSCV-TV Miami. Berriz commented, ?I am honored to join Norsan Media and lead the efforts in Orlando and Jacksonville, and look forward to building on the company?s goal of delivering quality content and creating meaningful connections within the community.? Norsan Media CEO Natalia Sanchez Alvarez said, “As Norsan Media begins its operations in Orlando, the company is committed to bringing culturally relevant content to its listeners, reflecting the diverse interests and values of the local Hispanic community. We are thrilled to welcome Alina to our team and are confident her experience and leadership in the broadcasting industry will bring fresh energy and innovative strategies to our company.” more

From Radio Insight: Mel Wheeler Inc. CHR “K92” WXLK Roanoke VA is seeking a new “afternoon star” as Bob Patrick has departed the station after a 22 year run. Program Director Chris Ryan says, “K92 has given a stellar start to some of the most successful on-air talent and Programmers in the business who’ve gone on to be successful in many major markets. If you have at least two years of on-air experience and can deliver a daily, compelling afternoon show that showcases your personality and ability to connect to listeners 18-49 send us your stuff. Promotions experience is also a big plus! Being adept at all social media platforms is required. If you want to work for one of the best privately owned companies in America, Wheeler Media would like to hear from you. This is a full-time position with benefits.” For more information visit the posting on the RadioInsight Jobs page. Patrick departed WXLK earlier this month. In a Twitter thread, Patrick said that it was his decision to leave. He wrote, “Simply put, it’s just time for new adventures. There’s no way I can convey how grateful I am to have been a part of things at K92. To my co-workers, on and off the air, it has been an amazing ride and sharing it with all of you has been an honor. The on-air crew I was lucky enough to work with during my time here was, in my opinion, the absolute best of the best in this business. We lived, breathed and loved radio and I hope you enjoyed listening to us as much we enjoyed crafting it for you. I don’t know what the rest of my career looks like, but the next chapter of my book is filled with empty pages. Pages that I can write however I’d like, without limitations, and I’m excited about the notion of having the freedom to choose my next path.” Prior to his 22 year run at WXLK, Patrick worked at WAYV Atlantic City NJ and KSYN Joplin MO. Simply put, it's just time for new adventures. There's no way I can convey how grateful I am to have been a part of things at K92. To my co-workers, on and off the air, it has been an amazing ride and sharing it with all of you has been an honor. — Bob Patrick more

From Radio Insight: Bloomberg Radio will move in Boston to Beasley Media Group’s 92.9 WBOS-FM Brookline MA starting at 12pm on Tuesday, September 3. “This expansion of our partnership with Beasley Media Group will allow us to exponentially expand Bloomberg Radio’s reach in Boston,” said Anthony Mancini, Head of Bloomberg Audio. “Moving to a full market FM frequency will give us the bandwidth we need to have an increased presence in the region, and the capacity to bring even more listeners Bloomberg?s in-depth coverage of the financial markets and beyond.? ?We?re excited to expand our great partnership with a global news and business leader of Bloomberg?s magnitude,? said Beasley Media Regional Vice President/Northeast, Mary Menna. ?This unique programming underscores the company?s commitment to providing our listeners with the very best content and compliments our other Boston brands: 98.5 The Sports Hub, HOT 96.9, WROR 105.7 and Country 102.5. More details coming* more

From Radio Insight: Following their cuts across Iowa in May, Alpha Media has relaunched a local morning show at Hot AC “Energy 106.7” KRTI Grinnell IA. Joe Swanson, who served as cluster Production Director while hosting middays on Country 95.9 KCOB-FM and afternoons on KRTI until exiting in the May cuts, has returned to the cluster to host mornings with Sarah Jorges. Jorges, who also works as an Account Executive at the cluster, had remained in her off-air role following the staff purge. She previously spent eight years in mornings with former Program Director Jaime Grout. Swanson told the Newton News, ?In the two weeks we?ve been doing the show, half of the day is the morning show, which really doesn?t feel like work. I enjoyed everything I was doing before, but it was a lot of work and a lot of prep. Whereas this feels like hanging out in the morning with a friend. Half the day is fun and hanging out.? Jorges added, “?It?s still very much people from this community working very hard and giving it their all to continue having local radio. As we build upon these ideas and make these changes ? they will happen and new things are coming ? we?re going to do everything that we can to make that stay in the community.? more

From Radio Online: Auddia Inc, a company specializing in AI-based audio identification and classification technologies, launches faidr 3.1, an updated version of its audio platform. The new release includes several product improvements aimed at enhancing user engagement and driving subscription More...

From Radio Online: As National Radio Day is observed on August 20, radio personalities from across the U.S. have shared their insights on the enduring cultural significance of broadcast radio. For over a century, radio has served as a vital source of information, entertainment, and connection, and its influence continues to be More...

From Radio Insight: iHeartMedia Western New York Area President Bob Morgan will see his region grow as he becomes Area President for the newly created Upstate New York area. Morgan, who has overseen Binghamton, Syracuse and Rochester NY for the past five years will now add Albany and Poughkeepsie NY and Sussex NJ to his oversight. He originally joined iHeartMedia in 2012 as Market President in Rochester after thirteen years as Senior Vice President of Broadcast for American Tower Corporation. He also led CBS Radio Rochester from 1994 to 1999. Morgan said, ?I am excited for the opportunity to be working with the talented teams in Albany, Poughkeepsie and Sussex. Our market-leading iconic brands have a long history of serving their communities, listeners and clients and I look forward to helping build upon that success.? Morgan’s addition of Albany, Poughkeepsie and Sussex follows Howard Greiner’s move to Nashville earlier this month. more

From Radio Insight: iHeartMedia AAA/Hot AC “Cities 97.1” KTCZ-FM Minneapolis has moved afternoon host Zach Dillon to mornings. Dillon joined KTCZ in February as APD/afternoon host while retaining his APD/MD duties at sister CHR 101.3 KDWB. He spent eight years in afternoons at KDWB, most recently teamed with Falen Bonsett, until February. Prior to his arrival in Minneapolis, Dillon programmed CHRs KHFI Austin, KTBT Tulsa, KPLV Las Vegas, and KWTX Waco for the company. Dillon’s move to mornings follows the exit of Paul Fletcher in the company’s round of layoffs earlier this month. The station has yet to set its plans for afternoons. more

From Radio Online: Kira K is appointed afternoons host for Heritage AC WRRM-FM (Warm 98.5) in Cincinnati, weekdays from 2-7pm beginning Tuesday, September 3. She moves to WRRM from Cumulus co-owned WCTO-FM (Cat Country 96) in Allentown, PA where she co-hosted mornings since 2022. Prior to that, Kira K was heard on-air in Las More...

From Radio Online: WHTQ/Wausau-Stevens Point, WI Program Director Kori McKay has been selected as the newest mentee in the "MIW Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Wisconsin" program. McKay, who has been with NRG Media since 2016, will participate in the mentorship program designed to support women in radio broadcasting aiming to More...

From Radio Online: iHeartMedia names Bob Morgan as Area President for the newly created Upstate New York Area, effective immediately. The company's Upstate New York area encompasses more than 39 stations comprised of music, talk and news formats. As Area President, he'll oversee operations across multiple platforms including More...

From Radio Online: On National Radio Day, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) will honor Salem Media Group CEO David Santrella with the 2024 National Radio Award. Santrella, who chaired the NAB Joint Board of Directors from June, 2021 to June, 2023, will receive the accolade during the Marconi Radio Awards at the More...

From Radio Insight: Super Hi-Fi, the leader in AI-powered radio services for broadcast and digital media companies, today announced the launch of Rosetta Traffic, an innovative solution designed to seamlessly integrate existing broadcast traffic tools directly into Super Hi-Fi?s fully cloud-based radio management and playout services. With Rosetta Traffic, Super Hi-Fi customers can now deliver broadcast advertising from leading ad traffic solutions such as Marketron and others for over-the-air stations using Super Hi-Fi?s end-to-end cloud solutions, without modifying their existing inventory management or reporting tools. Rosetta Traffic works by reading and translating traffic logs and audio advertising in real time; converting those assets into cloud-enabled advertising breaks; playing the ads using Super Hi-Fi?s cloud-based streaming services; and sending back a fully compatible report that will automatically integrate back into current solutions for reporting and payments. Rosetta Traffic is designed to allow radio companies to easily take full advantage of Super Hi-Fi?s significant operating efficiencies without having to retrofit any new traffic solutions to do so. ?Our goal at Super Hi-Fi is to help transform the entire radio landscape, so radio companies can thrive,? said Zack Zalon, CEO of Super Hi-Fi. ?Today, Super Hi-Fi already delivers over 400 million programmatic ads per month for our customers. Rosetta Traffic makes it easier than ever for our partners to use that same reliable scale and capability – together with proven, traditional traffic systems – in order to streamline radio station operations and win in an ever changing landscape.? “Marketron has been driving innovation in the radio industry for over 50 years, offering robust traffic and revenue management systems along with integrated digital sales enablement tools,” said Jimshade Chaudhari, CEO of Marketron. “It’s encouraging to see Super Hi-Fi also investing in the radio sector, bringing new technology to support broadcasters in transitioning their operations to the cloud. Super Hi-Fi?s efforts complement our industry-leading systems, helping our radio customers achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness.” Key Features of Rosetta Traffic: Seamless Integration with Broadcast Traffic Solutions: Designed to work seamlessly with all major traditional broadcast traffic software, Rosetta Traffic ensures that radio stations can easily integrate advertising directly into Super Hi-Fi stations without the need to replace existing systems or processes. Programmatic Advertising Compatibility: Rosetta Traffic also supports all major digital programmatic advertising platforms, including Adswizz, Triton Digital, and Amperwave, enabling stations to easily deliver audio advertising on the digital versions of their streams. Super Hi-Fi currently delivers over 400 million programmatic ads per month for its customers using this platform. No Changes to Existing Systems: Rosetta Traffic integrates with your current traffic systems, ad workflows, as-run reports and financial reporting tools, ensuring a smooth transition without disrupting your established processes. Rosetta Traffic is available now for all Super Hi-Fi-powered radio stations. To learn more about how Rosetta Traffic can revolutionize your advertising management, please visit www.superhifi.com/products/rosetta-traffic more

From Radio Insight: Lotus Communications will debut “Fox Sports Sacramento” on 890 KSAC Olivehurst/104.7 K284CM Sacramento on Monday, September 2. The new brand will continue to carry the Rob, Anybody & Dawn morning show from 6-10am followed by the national Fox Sports Radio lineup in all other dayparts. The station has been leased to Rob Williams’ Williams Communications as “RAD Radio” carrying the Rob, Anybody & Dawn show 24/7 since last November. General Manager Kurt Bagelmann said, “Lotus is ecstatic to deliver a game-changing experience to Northern California listeners by combining the market?s most iconic morning show, ?Rob, Anybody & Dawn,? with the powerhouse lineup of FOX Sports Radio. This dynamic one-two punch, now available for the first time on both AM and FM, is poised to redefine the sports radio landscape in Sacramento.? KSAC becomes the third Sports brand in the Sacramento market joining Bonneville’s “Sactown Sports 1140” KHTK and Audacy’s “ESPN 1320” KIFM. more

From Radio Insight: Cumulus has announced that “Cat Country 96” WCTO Easton/Allentown PA morning co-host ‘Kira K’ will relocate to Cincinnati to host afternoons on AC “Warm 98.5” WRRM starting Tuesday, September 3. Kira has co-hosted mornings at WCTO since February 2022 after starting her career in Las Vegas where she was a sales assistant and producer for Lotus and in promotions and on-air at Audacy Hot AC ?Mix 94.1? KMXB and CHR 98.5 KLUC. Kira stated, ?I am incredibly excited and grateful to join WRRM Cincinnati. Warm 98.5?s established team and I share a dedication and love for creating a connection with the audience, from content to being out in the community. I?m ready to create, have fun, meet Cincinnati, and see what this new chapter has in store!? WRRM Program Director Josh Wolff added, “It?s always terrific when we can promote from within Cumulus. Kira?s drive, talent, and engagement of listeners on multiple platforms will be a wonderful addition. We?re delighted to have her join the team.? more

From Radio Insight: Longport Media flipped Sports Betting 1490 WBSS Pleasantville/Atlantic City NJ to Regional Mexican “El Jefe 1490” last month. The station is carrying Univision’s “El Bueno, La Mala y El Feo” from 7am to 1pm and “El Free Guey” from 4-9pm. The “El Jefe” branding comes from the WBSS call letters as ‘jefe’ translates to ‘boss’. The calls were best known in the market on CHR “Boss 97” in the early 1990s. WBSS had been one of the launch affiliates for VSiN when it debuted what was then the “BetR Network” in July 2019. more

From Radio Insight: Veteran News programmer Jim Farley died from a heart attack while undergoing surgery for an aneurysm. Farley is best known for his seventeen years as Vice President of News & Programming for WTOP Washington DC from 1996 to 2013 where he oversaw the move of the station from 1500 to 103.5 and establishing it as the consistent top billing station in the country. He began his career at WINS New York as a copyboy in 1966 rising his way up to news editor. Farley jumped to NBC News Radio in 1975 and rose up to Vice President of Radio News. He would then move to ABC Radio News as Managing Editor and General Manager of News from 1988 until joining WTOP. Since retiring from WTOP in 2013, Farley has been running his News Doctor consultancy. In a memo making the announcement of Farley’s passing, WTOP SVP/General Manager Joel Oxley shared, “Of course, his work here at WTOP is legendary.* As PD of WTOP from 1996 until he retired in 2013 Jim took us to new heights. Most importantly, Jim was an absolutely fantastic person.* Time and time and time again he would make me laugh when I went into his office.* He was truly one of a kind.* I miss him already. Jim was living the good life with his wife, Jo, in Florida.* Condo President, working with charities and still posting about radio on a regular basis.* I?ve passed our condolences along to Jo and his family.” Oxley added, “In true Jim style, he said to his family if they do anything just do an old fashioned Irish Wake.* As George Wallace just suggested, and I agree for those of you who drink, raise a glass of Jameson?s in Jim?s honor.* He?ll be smiling at you from above!” more

From Radio Insight: Nielsen continues its releases of the July 2024 diary surveys today. Today’s markets include monthly ratings for Albuquerque, El Paso, Harrisburg/Lebanon/Carlisle, and Metro Fairfield County. Markets coming this week include: On Tuesday, August 20: Monthly ratings for Akron, Charleston SC, Monterey/Salinas/Santa Cruz, and Syracuse. On Wendesday, August 21: Monthly ratings for Columbia SC, Little Rock, Springfield MA, and Toledo. On Thursday, August 22: Monthly ratings for Colorado Springs, Des Moines, Mobile, Spokane, and Wichita. On Friday, August 23: Monthly ratings for Chattanooga and Huntsville, Jackson MS, and Madison. more

From Radio Online: AdLarge adds the new podcast "Acid for Squares" to the fwd. network. The show, hosted by filmmakers Tanya Dahl and Cody Blue Snider, explores topics ranging from psychedelics and spirituality to UFOs and supernatural phenomena. This is the latest project from Dahl and Snider, who previously gained More...