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From Radio Insight: Audacy Classic Hits “Big 94.5” KOOL-FM Phoenix has signed afternoon host Niko Petrou to a multiyear contract extension. Niko first arrived in Phoenix in February 2018 to host mornings at Country 107.9 KMLE. He would move to mornings at KOOL the following February and then slid to afternoons when the station relaunched as “Big 94.5” in September 2022. Prior to Phoenix, Petrou worked at CHR ?Channel 95.5? WKQI Detroit and at multiple stations in New York including two stints at “Z100” WHTZ including hosting nights, APD/MD/midday host at “92.3 Amp Radio” WBMP, and Dance “Pulse 87” WNYZ-LP. Petrou said, “I?ve had an amazing experience since joining Audacy and moving to Phoenix. I?m beyond grateful for the listeners who have matched my vibe and helped me feel at home here. Thanks so much to Dave Pugh, Chris Hernandez and Larry Morgan for continuing to support this playground we call work. There are BIG things to come, and I cannot wait to continue relishing in all that Phoenix offers.? SVP/Market Manager Dave Pugh added, “We?re ecstatic to bring listeners Niko?s electrifying energy for another three years. After two decades on the radio, Niko still knows how to put on a lively show, and we?re excited for him to continue turning up the party during afternoons on BIG 94.5!? more

From Radio Online: iHeartPodcasts announces an all-new podcast titled "I Do, Part 2" focusing on love, resilience and second chances, available Thursday, September 19. The weekly show will be hosted by an experienced group of iHeartPodcast talent -- Jennie Garth, Jana Kramer, Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes -- each of whom has More...

From Radio Online: "Historical Records," a new podcast blending the worlds of hip-hop and history, is set to launch on September 27. The project is a collaboration between Story Pirates' Benjamin Salka and Lee Overtree, co-executive produced by Story Pirates Studios, Questlove's Two One Five Entertainment and Miramax CEO More...

From Radio Online: As the U.S. observes Hispanic Heritage Month, the role of Spanish language broadcasters in supporting the Hispanic community takes center stage. With more than 36.2 million Hispanics eligible to vote this election cycle, they represent a critical and growing demographic in shaping the future of the nation. More...

From Radio Online: WPHT-AM (Talk Radio 1210) in Philadelphia adds "FOX Across America with Jimmy Failla." The syndicated political show will be heard weekdays from 7-10pm ET, beginning October 7. The show features guests from across the political spectrum for discussions on the day's leading headlines and airs on 150 stations More...

From Radio Online: Beasley Broadcast Group's board of directors has approved a reverse stock split of its Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock at a ratio of 1-for-20. Stockholders previously approved the reverse stock split on August 26 and provided the board with discretion to determine the More...

From Radio Insight: Hudson Hott has signed-off from middays at iHeartMedia Alternative “Alt 98.7” KYSR Los Angeles. Hott has spent her entire career at iHeart, first with a near 20 year run at Modern AC turned Alternative “Star 101.9” KUCD Honolulu mostly hosting mornings with Scotty B Blaisdell. She moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and joined KYSR as a weekend host. She took over middays in August 2019. She told listeners that her family is relocating to North Carolina due to being unable to afford to continue to live in Los Angeles. She will remotely continue to host weekends/fill-ins at KYSR and nights at Hot AC “Star 101.3” KIOI San Francisco. KYSR has not yet announced plans for middays at the station. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ALT 98.7 LA's NEW ALTERNATIVE (@alt987fm) more

From Radio Insight: Readers appreciate the station recommendations they get from the Ross on Radio column. I appreciate the tips that I get from readers, including those about their own stations. Reader Donovan Tildesley found fan favorite KDRI (The Drive) Tucson, Ariz. This week, he let me know that his station had made an unusual format segue. I?m glad when readers reach out; I need guidance through an infinite dial of 100,000-plus stations, too. That recently changed station, CKEE (Whistler FM) Whistler, B.C., was Triple-A for more than a decade. Six weeks ago, it made an uncommon segue to Top 40, aggressive both on new music and throwbacks. The added factor of Canadian Content means that it?s a unique experience for a North American CHR and a good choice for somebody looking for new music in a radio atmosphere, not just a playlist. WTSQ Charleston, W. Va.,is a non-comm Triple-A modeled on KEXP Seattle or KCMP (The Current) Minneapolis. They came to my attention when PD Shanen Wright reached out to let me know about listeners? very different Song of the Summer choices. (See the list here.) The station slogan ?The Status Quo? is ?pure irony,? Wright says. The station plays a lot of local music and is in the process of launching a ?CharlesTunes? stream of local music. Recommended listening time: after 5 p.m. on Friday when Wright says the station is at its most mainstream. Mainstream ACWMGS (Magic 93) Wilkes-Barre/Scrantonprobably should have gotten a mention a few weeks ago in a story about the market?s three-way Classic Hits battle. Sins of omission in this column are never intentional. Hearing PD/p.m. driver Stan Phillips was one of those radio affirming experiences, when you feel like you are still hearing radio at full-strength. I also listened to their sister station (and a sister station of theirs). WBHT (Hot 97.1) Wilkes-Barrelaunched more than 20 years ago, during Top 40?s early ?90s nadir, to provide an alternative to the adult-leaning WKRZ. Most of those stations aren?t still here. I liked hearing PD Valentine and the attention the station gives to new music. I also listened to Cumulus sister WWWQ (Q99.7) Atlantathis week because PD Louie Diaz was the first PD to start playing Meghan Trainor?s ?Criminal? after its showcase on Netflix?s The Perfect Couple. After 10 days, it?s in the CHR top 50. Scott Shannon?s True Oldies Channelis back on the New York broadcast dial thanks to WINS-FM-HD3. While Shannon?s older gold channel has always been one click away, hearing it on an HD radio did allow me one serious oldies geek experience: seeing the WINS calls displayed next to ?Don?t Let Me Be Misunderstood? by the Animals which was, technically, playing on WINS for the first time since its Top 40 AM switched to News in 1965. Gold Radio UK:As Capital Gold, they were a big part of my education on UK oldies when they began streaming in the late ?90s. They have existed in recent years as ?Gold,? an older-leaning alternative to Bauer?s successful Greatest Hits network. Last week, when owner Global revamped their digital radio lineup, they also added new jingles, slightly changed the name and positioning, and added a few more ?80s. It?s still a good choice if you?re looking for a Classic Hits mix that?s older, different than the U.S., but still hit-driven. WIIN (Blues 102.1) Jackson, Miss. This week, owner Digio launched Jackson?s first Alternative outlet, Rock 93.1, sending one of radio?s unique rated-market choices to a new frequency. WIIN plays Classic R&B and Southern Soul going back to the ?60s. Listening to a station like this one always gives me a new song to download and in this case it was from the still very active artist of ?Cupid Shuffle? fame; (he?s also currently on the Adult R&B charts.) I first heard about WFKX (96 Kix) Jackson, Tenn.,years ago when it was owned by that market?s best-known DJ ?Super-Wolf? and his wife, the R&B singer Denise LaSalle.* I came back recently with middayer Kimberly Kaye and found an unusual R&B mix heavily dependent on the last 10 years including some Hip-Hop not usually found at the format. CIND (Indie 88) Torontois an industry favorite for cause. It?s a great showcase for Canada?s vital Alternative scene, but with traces of Triple-A and sometimes ?anything goes.? (Their No. 1 song is Chappel Roan?s ?Good Luck, Babe!?) There?s also sense-of-place; there was an interview with a listener on her Toronto International Film Festival favorites. And they?re teasing an announcement on Monday. more

From Radio Insight: Audacy Conservative Talk 1210 WPHT Philadelphia will add FOX News Radio’s ?FOX Across America with Jimmy Failla? to its lineup starting Monday, October 7. FOX Across America will air from 7-10pm replacing Westwood One’s Mark Levin on WPHT’s schedule. Audacy Philadelphia SVP/Market Manager David Yadgaroff said, “Jimmy?s coverage of today?s top stories brings a refreshing lightness to the political polarization in America, uniting listeners from all parties with laughter. Talk Radio has proved to be a reliable news source for listeners, so we?re proud to add this renowned program to our airwaves as the anticipation builds for the 2024 presidential election.? Failla added, “As a former taxi cab driver, I am thrilled to join a station that’s built the same strong relationships with its listeners as I built with my passengers. I can’t wait to take this ride!? more

From Radio Insight: Audacy has entered into a partnership to make SPARC Media Hub the preferred promotional workflow system for the company. SPARC Media Hub is a workflow system for radio stations with its name serving as an acronym for its five hubs: Sales, Promotions, Announcers, Reception, and Creative. It is designed to helps station staffs communicate effectively with features including creative, promotions, digital workflow, custom prep sheets, built-in texting, phone screening. The companies state that the integration of SPARC Media Hub will enable Audacy to automate and streamline various aspects of its promotional activities, from content creation and scheduling to performance analytics and reporting to improve efficiency and allow Audacy to focus more on creative and strategic initiatives with tools to manage and optimize its promotional campaigns and prize fulfillment practices. Audacy Chief Programming Officer Jeff Sottolano said, “As we aim to enhance our promotional capabilities and streamline our workflow processes, SPARC is the perfect partner to elevate our promotional strategy. This partnership underscores our commitment to leveraging technology to enhance our capabilities and best serve our listeners, clients, and content teams.? SPARC Media Hub CEO Joey Arsenault added, “We are honored to be chosen by Audacy as their promotional workflow system. Our mission has always been to empower media companies with the tools they need to succeed in an ever-evolving landscape. Partnering with Audacy is a testament to the capabilities of our platform, and we look forward to supporting their promotional endeavors.” more

From Radio Insight: Beasley Media Group has finalized plans for its reverse stock split.A 1-for-20 split will become effective on September 23, 2024 with shares of the company’s* Class A Common Stock expected to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis on Nasdaq on September 24. On the Effective Date, every 20 shares of Beasley’s Class A Common Stock issued and outstanding will be automatically converted into one share of Class A Common Stock, and every 20 shares of its Class B Common Stock issued and outstanding will be automatically converted into one share of Class B Common Stock. No fractional shares of stock will be issued in connection with the reverse stock split. Holders of Common Stock who would otherwise receive a fractional share of Common Stock pursuant to the reverse stock split will receive cash in lieu of the fractional share equal to the closing sales price of the Class A Common Stock on the Effective Date.The reverse stock split is being conducted to regain compliance with the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market (?Nasdaq?). more

From Radio Insight: Daniel AlegreTelevisaUnivision has appointed Daniel Alegre as its new CEO as Wade Davis will transition to Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and continue as a member of the Board?s Executive Committee. Alegre most recently was CEO of Yuga Labs, the parent company of NFT collective Bored Ape Yacht Club, preceded by President/Chief Operating Officer of Activision Blizzard where he was responsible for managing all revenue, game development and leadership teams for the company?s top gaming franchises. He began his career in radio and music in his native Mexico and Central America before spending sixteen years at Google where he held positions including President of Global and Strategic Partnerships, President of Shopping and Payments and President of Asia Pacific and Latin America. He is fluent in English, Spanish, French and German and graduated from Princeton University, Harvard Business School and Harvard Law School. ?On behalf of the Board, I?m excited to welcome Daniel to TelevisaUnivision as we embark on the next phase of our strategic journey focused on further integration and optimization,? said Alfonso de Angoitia, Executive Chairman of TelevisaUnivision. ?It?s been a very dynamic media environment, and we are grateful for what Wade has accomplished in the turnaround of Univision and the subsequent transformative merger between Univision and Televisa?s content business to create TelevisaUnivision ? the world?s leading Spanish-language media and content company. We are proud stewards of a storied and prolific content factory containing the largest Spanish language library of rich and iconic intellectual property. As we look to grow our unparalleled market position and the recent investments in our linear and streaming platforms as well as our news and sports products, Daniel is the right leader at the right time to take the helm. His unique global operational experience working in the U.S., Mexico and Latin America across technology, digital platforms and entertainment honed over three decades is exactly what TelevisaUnivision needs to drive our next phase.? Mr. Alegre said, ?The media landscape is undergoing a profound transformation and TelevisaUnivision is strategically poised to seize new opportunities while staying deeply connected to the communities we serve. The U.S. and Mexico represent the most valuable and populous Spanish-language markets in the world, a demographic that is becoming more prominent both regionally and globally. Building on TelevisaUnivision?s solid foundation, global content pipeline, ongoing investments in cutting-edge technologies, and unmatched reach, we are uniquely positioned to continue serving this vital audience. Wade and the entire TelevisaUnivision team have created a strong multi-platform media business with world-class quality and breadth of entertainment, news and sports programming. I look forward to working with our global teams and partners to build on TelevisaUnivision?s great history and take the Company to new heights.? Davis, who previously served as CEO of Viacom, founded ForgeLight in 2019 n 2019 to build, acquire and operate companies in the Media and Consumer Technology sectors. He commented, ?In 2020 Searchlight, ForgeLight and Liberty Global partnered with Grupo Televisa in our acquisition of Univision, setting out to turnaround and transform the legacy business. The success of those efforts paved the way for the merger with Televisa?s content business to create TelevisaUnivision ? a business without comparison in the global media landscape today,? said Mr. Davis. ?Thanks to the efforts of our exceptional team, TelevisaUnivision has consistently delivered above-market revenue growth, outperformed the U.S. and Mexican advertising markets and launched and have grown our direct-to-consumer business, ViX, to become the largest dedicated Spanish-language streaming service in the world. We could not have picked a better successor than Daniel, who brings an incredible track record of operational and strategic execution. He is the ideal executive to take TelevisaUnivision into its next phase of growth. The Company?s future is bright, and I look forward to supporting Daniel and the TelevisaUnivision team in my role as Vice Chairman of the Board.? ?We, alongside ForgeLight, invested in Univision in 2020 in support of Wade?s vision of a holistic, growth- led turnaround of the business,? said Eric Zinterhofer, Founding Partner, Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. ?The transaction with Televisa was a continuation of that successful vision at a global scale, resulting in an unmatched, vertically integrated Hispanic media business. In coordination with Grupo Televisa, Wade and the management team, we accomplished the integration of TelevisaUnivision as well as the global launch of ViX, completing the multi-year transformation process. There has been longstanding alignment between TelevisaUnivision, Wade, Searchlight and the rest of the Board to effect an organized succession plan to bring in a world-class CEO to lead the Company in this next phase of its trajectory. We are all extremely supportive of Daniel and have full confidence in the Company?s strategy and management team.? more

From Radio Online: Media research firm Coleman Insights has announced changes to its Integr8 USA national callout music testing service, which the company launched in May, 2023. Integr8 USA originally served three formats with new music research -- a combined Pop test for CHR and Hot AC, as well as tests for Country and More...

From Radio Insight: Mike Vincent is reassuming the Program Director duties at WVRC Media Country 97.9 WKKW Morgantown WV. Vincent originally served as PD/afternoon host at WKKW from 2019 until May 2022 when he was promoted to Director of Country Music Programming for the entire company. He has continued to host afternoons at the station in his higher role, which he also maintains. Vincent takes the day-to-day programming reins at WKKW back from WVRC Media Morgantown Operations Manager Matt Kelly, who continues in that role and as Program Director of CHR 101.9 WVAQ. In a staff memo shared, Kelly said, “I had spoken to upper management about this a while back, as my duties as dual-PD for BOTH WVAQ and WKKW, on top of my duties as Operations Manager, were not working. I felt I wasn’t truly able to give time and attention to everything, and everyone, that needed it. With this move, Mike will be able to truly be plugged into the sound of the station – making it the best it can be. He knows this format better than I do.” Prior to joining WKKW, Vincent served as OM/PD for Cumulus Media Melbourne FL, programmed WSJR Scranton PA, was APD/afternoon host at WFLS Fredericksburg VA, Assistant Production Director/on-air at KBWF San Francisco, morning host at WRWD Poughkeepsie, and held roles as National Broadcast Director for SnoCountry and Broadcast Operations Manager for Mountain News Corporation. more

From Radio Insight: Coleman Insights has announced it is expanding its Integr8 USA callout music testing service. Integr8 USA is splitting its combined test for CHR and Hot AC into format specific tests along with the existing Country and Alternative services. The company says the new structure brings Integr8 USA into alignment with client strategies for both formats, including focused audience targeting and pacing that reflects each format?s respective music cycles. Integr8 USA says it now offers 34 weekly new music reports and four recurrent reports as the slight reduction in the number of reports previously offered is more in sync with the strategic needs of music programmers and allows Coleman Insights to lower the price of the service to subscribers. Coleman Insights President Warren Kurtzman said, ?This relaunch of Integr8 USA brings the service more in line with what our subscribers tell us they need. The changes we?ve made make Integr8 USA more affordable and an easier fit into our clients? 2025 budgets.? more

From Radio Insight: Nielsen continues its releases of the August 2024 diary surveys today. Today’s markets include monthly ratings for Akron, Charleston SC, Monterey/Salinas/Santa Cruz, and Syracuse. The next three releases will feature: On Thursday, September 19: Monthly ratings for Columbia SC, Little Rock, Springfield MA, and Toledo. On Friday, September 20: Monthly ratings for Colorado Springs, Des Moines, Mobile, Spokane, and Wichita. On Monday, September 23: Monthly ratings for Chattanooga and Huntsville, Jackson MS, and Madison. more

From Radio Insight: Townsquare Media CHR “92 Moose” WMME Augusta ME Brand Manager/morning host Matt James is adding additional duties as afternoon host at Country 97.5 WOKQ Dover NH. James shared, “As a passionate listener of country music, this is a perfect fit for me.” A second generation broadcaster, James has spent his entire career at WMME since 2002 rising to Brand Manager in 2017 and joining the morning show a year later, a timeslot anchored by his father Jon James until his retirement in 2016. James succeeds former WJBQ Portland Brand Manager/afternoon host Jadd Naamani in afternoons at WOKQ following his exit from the company last month. more

From Radio Online: iHeartPodcasts, Topic Studios and Vespucci have announced Crooks Everywhere, a new true crime podcast that delves into the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia, a Maltese journalist who spent her life fighting for truth, justice and decency in a country overrun by corruption. A 10-part series, the program More...

From Radio Online: KAZR (Lazer 103.3) in Des Moines names Wes Styles as the Rock outlet's new Program Director and afternoon talent. He joins Lazer from Neuhoff Media in Bloomington, IL, where he served as Cluster Operations Manager and hosted the morning show on WIHN. His previous experience includes roles as Cluster OM and More...

From Radio Insight: Part of the ongoing strength of commercial radio in the UK has been the existence of a viable free digital radio tier. With no opportunity to subscribe to satellite radio, and no need to negotiate the architecture of North American HD Radio subchannels, digital-only stations have had enough of an impact that BBC Director of Music Lorna Clarke recently cited them as the impetus for the BBC?s application for additional services. In the UK, you are still more likely to encounter broadcast radio in a taxi or Uber. Last year, the final station I heard on my way back to London Heathrow Airport was Magic Soul, a side channel of Bauer?s AC network Magic. Last week, rival group broadcaster Global added twelve more channels to London?s DAB choices. One of the 12 stations is the extension of its AC Smooth Radio network, Smooth Soul. As spinoffs from an AC format, both services are texturally comparable to KTWV (The Wave) Los Angeles, playing the R&B and disco that crossed over in the UK. That includes a lot of songs that weren?t crossover hits in America, since the UK remained welcoming to disco and R&B during the 1979-82 ?Disco Backlash.? (Bauer?s Classic Hits network also has a streaming only format, Greatest Hits Grooves, only available to the paid tier of its streaming app subscribers.) Magic Soul was hosted when I heard it and lists a staff of eight presenters. Smooth Soul is currently jockless. I considered structuring this article as a ?punch wars,? but that would have been beside the point. Whatever my opinion on the programming strength of ?Every 1?s a Winner? by Hot Chocolate vs. ?Needle in a Haystack? by the Velvelettes, I?m happy to hear them both. The only place you would regularly hear either in America is on SiriusXM?s ?70s on 7 and Smokey?s Soul Town respectively. Here’s Magic Soul with ?the best of soul and Motown? at 11 a.m., Sept. 12: Martha & the Vandellas, ?Dancing in the Street? Yarbrough & Peoples, ?Don?t Stop the Music? Jacksons, ?Blame It on the Boogie? Charles & Eddie, ?Would I Lie to You?? Rose Royce, ?Is It Love You?re After?? Ashford & Simpson, ?Solid? Velvelettes, ?Needle in a Haystack? Stevie Wonder, ?You Are the Sunshine of My Life? Boyz II Men, ?I?ll Make Love to You? James Ingram f/Michael McDonald, ?Yah Mo B There? Lauryn Hill, ?Ex-Factor? Bob & Earl, ?Harlem Shuffle? Midnight Star, ?Midas Touch? New York City, ?I?m Doin? Fine Now? Here?s Smooth Soul during the same hour: Billy Paul, ?Me & Mrs. Jones? Cherrelle & Alexander O?Neal, ?Saturday Love? Beyonc?, ?Love on Top? Spinners, ?I?ll Be Around? Smokey Robinson, ?Being with You? Ben E. King, ?Stand By Me? Hot Chocolate, ?Every 1?s a Winner? Gabrielle, ?Dreams? Michael Jackson, ?Billie Jean? Barry White, ?Let the Music Play? Randy Crawford, ?You Might Need Somebody? Sly & the Family Stone, ?Dance to the Music? McFadden & Whitehead, ?Ain?t No Stoppin? Us Now? Force MD?s, ?Tender Love? Emotions, ?Best of My Love? Four Tops, ?Baby I Need Your Loving? more

From Radio Online: "The Dana Cortez Show," syndicated by Skyview Networks, adds KGSR-FM in Austin, TX and KZOR-FM in Hobbs, NM to the program's affiliate network. "We couldn't be more thrilled with the way The Dana Cortez Show sounds on Vibe 93-3," said KGSR-FM Program Director Lynn Barstow. "Dana, DJ Automatic, and Anthony A More...

From Radio Online: Ben Holsen is appointed Program Director for Northwestern Media's Contemporary Christian KTIS-FM in Minneapolis-St. Paul. He previously served as the Program Director for Northwestern's Faith Radio Network since 2021. Holsen begins his new post on October 21. He'll replace Matt Deane, who was recently named More...

From Radio Online: The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act out of committee Wednesday by a roll call vote of 45-2. This legislation is meant to ensure the continued availability of AM radio in all vehicles, recognizing the essential role it plays in delivering critical news, More...

From Radio Online: Edison Research's Share of Ear shows just how much tastes have changed among those age 13-34 when it comes to spoken word audio. Spoken word content includes news, personalities, talk and sports, and can be consumed via any audio platform such as radio, streaming, podcasts and audiobooks. The graphic More...

From Radio Insight: Waterloo Media’s newly launch Rhythmic Throwbacks “Vibe 93.3” KGSR Cedar Park/Austin TX has added Skyview Networks’ “Dana Cortez Show” for mornings and Jonathan ‘Snupe’ Daniel as afternoon host. Daniel has previously worked in Austin at Waterloo Alternative “101X” KROX-FM, Audacy Classic Hip Hop “Hot 95.9“, and most recently hosted middays at Genuine Austin Radio Sports “104.9 The Horn” KTXX. He also covers local high school sports for “Fox 7” KTBC-TV. KGSR Program Director Lynn Barstow commented, ?We couldn?t be more thrilled with the way The Dana Cortez Show sounds on Vibe 93-3. Dana, DJ Automatic, and Anthony A sound amazingly at home in Vibe?s music mix, and they connect with the audience like they?re right here in Austin.? Cortez’s show has also been added at Noalmark Broadcasting Hot AC “Z94” KZOR Hobbs NM. For affiliation information on either program, contact affiliation@skyviewsat.com or visit skyviewnetworks.com/dcs. more

From Radio Insight: Northwestern Media Christian AC 98.5 KTIS-FM Minneapolis has announced the promotion of Ben Holsen to Program Director. Holsen has been programming Northwestern’s Christian Preaching “Faith Radio” network based at 900 KTIS Minneapolis since June 2021. He previously spent his career in secular radio with stints co-hosting mornings at Alternative “Go 96.3” KQGO from 2015-2020, afternoon co-host at Sports “105 The Ticket” WGVX/WGVY/WGVZ, midday host at predecessor Soft AC “Love 105” as well as Production Director for Cumulus Minneapolis, and part of the morning show at Hubbard Hot AC “KS 95” KSTP-FM. Holsen began his career in his native Sioux Falls at Rock 103.7 KRRO where he rose to APD/MD. Holsen succeeds Matt Deane following his promotion to Station Manager in July. Deane said, “Ben?s combination of skill and talent for doing connective radio, along with his heart for sharing Jesus with more people in the Twin Cities make him the perfect person to fill this role.? Holsen commented, ?The opportunities to serve at Northwestern Media have been a blessing. It?s an organization of special people with an unwavering focus on mission. I am humbled and excited to work with Matt Deane and the 98.5 KTIS team.? more

From Radio Insight: Total Media Group has made a few changes at its stations in Southeastern Ohio. Over in Point Pleasant WV/Gallopolis OH, Hot AC “QFM” is split into two formats. 1030 WTHQ/94.1 W231CY Point Pleasant WV is now Conservative Talk “The Eagle” with the station featuring Meigs County Marauders high school sports. 1390 WMPO Middleport-Pomeroy/99.9 W260DF Athens/103.7 W279CE Middleport OH flips to Sports utilizing Fox Sports Radio network programming and Point Pleasant High School play-by-play. With the loss of the “QFM” brand, Classic Hits “K92.1” WYVK Middleport OH/Point Pleasant WV segues to AC, while keeping its previous branding. Over in Waverly and Chillicothe OH similar flips take place. Hot AC “Q100” 100.1 WXZQ Piketon has also flipped to Conservative Talk “The Eagle“. Southern Gospel 660 WXIC/95.9 W240DZ Waverly has also gone to Sports “The Game” also using Fox Sports Radio programming. more

From Radio Insight: Crystal Media Networks has signed a deal with AdLarge to take over their advertising sales in 2025. Crystal Media Networks will also rebrand as Portfolio Media. Crystal Media Networks CEO Nick Krawczyk said, “?We are excited to work with AdLarge. In my discussions with Cathy, it became clear that AdLarge’s vision, work ethic, and approach to client relationships align closely with ours at Crystal. Their stellar reputation and talented team of sales experts position advertisers for a successful 2025.? AdLarge Founder/CEO Cathy Csukas commented, “We are thrilled to represent Crystal Media Networks. Nick and his talented team have built an extraordinary company. Their market strength has led the audio industry for years and will be an incredible complement to the power of the AdLarge portfolio. The AdLarge sales team, led by Robin Sloan, is poised to provide exceptional service starting with the 2025 upfront.? more

From Radio Online: AdLarge will take over all advertising sales for the Crystal Media Networks portfolio for the 2025 upfront and broadcast year, effective immediately. Additionally, Crystal Media Networks will rebrand as Portfolio Media in 2025. This partnership provides targeted reach at scale for client advertisers. More...

From Radio Online: Audacy Podcasts launches "Cement City," a limited-run documentary series hosted by journalist Jeanne Marie Laskas that goes inside a local election in the small Rust Belt town of Donora, PA. Over ten episodes, "Cement City" tells the story of a broken-down town at a precipice. Donora's population is 4,650. More...