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From Radio Online: Salem Media Group is expanding its inspirational programming lineup with the addition of KeepTheFaith, a faith-based music and entertainment radio show, to 38 of its owned and operated broadcast signals across the country. The move, according to Salem, is "in direct response to More...

From Radio Online: iHeartPodcasts, in partnership with Thoroughbred Studios, has announced the launch of BUZZ, a scripted audio series starring actor John Lithgow as the voice of legendary astronaut Buzz Aldrin. The 11-episode podcast debuts May 6 and marks the first release from a four-series co-production agreement between More...

From Radio Online: KKBQ (93Q)/Houston's The Q Morning Show with Riggs, Katelyn andamp; Erica took part in a powerful tribute to local veterans this past weekend, joining Honor Flight Houston's 33rd mission for a journey to Washington, D.C. Morning host Riggs and producer Mason traveled alongside former Army Sgt. Jim Miller, a More...

From Radio Online: Podcast advertising saw a strong rebound in March, according to new data from Magellan AI. Spending among the top 15 podcast advertisers rose 17% compared to February, totaling $52.1 million for the month. T-Mobile surged to the top of the rankings, overtaking BetterHelp to become March's biggest podcast More...

From Radio Online: Lotus Communications is expanding its Classic Country HANK-FM brand with the launch of 93.3 HANK-FM on KLPX-HD3 in Tucson. The format, which features hits from the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s, is already on the air in Seattle, Reno, Boise, and Las Vegas. Core artists for the HANK-FM format include George More...

From Radio Online: The Anna andamp; Raven Show, a fast-rising syndicated morning program known for its humorous and relatable take on everyday life, has reached a new milestone, expanding to 75 affiliate stations across the country. The milestone comes as the show also celebrates strong Spring ratings, More...

From Radio Online: Four major organizations representing minority and local community interests have sent a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) urging swift action to modernize the nation's broadcast ownership regulations. The letter, signed by leaders from the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts, More...

From Radio Insight: Jeffery Huffman?s Jacobs Radio Programming has launched Classic Hip Hop “98.7 The Beat” on its pending acquisition KHKM Hamilton/Missoula MT. The 90s music centered station is carrying Compass Media Networks’ “Anna & Raven” in mornings and “Baka Boyz” in afternoons. Jacobs Radio Programming announced the acquisition of KHKM in mid-March from Legacy Broadcasting for $125,000. The station had been operating as AAA “98.7 The Hawk” until a previous sale to Mike Summers? Gerdes? Gerdes & Associates failed to close. more

From Radio Insight: Okay, there are actually four Country stations in America (or at least in Mediabase-monitored markets) where you conceivably could have heard both Zach Bryan?s ?Something in the Orange? and Chappell Roan?s ?The Giver? this week. But it was KYGO Denver where I heard them together yesterday in middays. Roan?s foray into Country ? the most-watched song at the format since ?Texas Hold ?Em? ? is now losing steam at both Country and CHR. But it was still on KYGO 41x in the last seven days. ?Something in the Orange? still spins about twice a day on the station that first played it nearly three years ago and remains unfazed by an artist that other Country stations struggled to acknowledge. In general, KYGO has been one of Country?s most streaming-responsive stations. Some major-market Country ratings have been uneven, despite the format?s recent success. KYGO has been one of Country?s most consistent performers. Being able to follow streaming to the acoustic/singer-songwriter end of the format has allowed the station to cast a wider net in a market where Triple-A KBCO also remains a ratings force. In the just released March PPMs, KYGO was third, up 5.4-5.8. First-days? ratings have also seen KPLX (The Wolf) Dallas up 3.6-6.0, for its best numbers since 2017, according to Country Aircheck. There were also good showings for WPOC Baltimore (5.3-7.5) and continued growth for WBWL (The Bull) Boston (1.8-2.2), recently profiled here for filtering in pop titles and also playing both Bryan and Roan. We took a Fresh Listen to KPLX and KYGO. Three years ago, KPLX filtered out its current titles, becoming a gold-based compliment to sister KSCS. Now, a handful of newer songs, mostly recurrents but as recent as Blake Shelton?s ?Texas? and Zach Top?s ?I Never Lie,? are playing somewhere in the 20-40 spin range. That?s an indicator of Country?s current strength, but it?s also perhaps an indicator of the retro feel of a lot of the new material. I?ve noted before that major Country stations do a better job of conveying that ?something is happening here? than their CHR counterparts, in part because of Country?s concert scene. The Wolf was both participating in a group flyaway contest for Post Malone and Morgan Wallen in Boston as well as heavily promoting the upcoming Lone Star Smokeout barbecue festival with Jon Pardi, Cody Jinks, and Midland. One sweeper declares, ?If you want to know what Texas is all about, listen ? ? Here?s The Wolf just before 11 a.m., April 23 with APD Smokey Rivers: The Chicks, ?Cowboy Take Me Away? George Birge, ?Mind on You? Kenny Chesney, ?She?s Got It All? Post Malone w/Blake Shelton, ?Pour Me a Drink? Toby Keith, ?Wish I Didn?t Know Now? Morgan Wallen, ?Sand in My Boots? George Strait, ?I?ve Come to Expect It From You? Tucker Wetmore, ?Wind Up Missin? You? Luke Bryan, ?Someone Else Calling You Baby? Bailey Zimmerman, ?Rock and a Hard Place? Tracy Lawrence, ?Stars Over Texas? Jelly Roll, ?Liar? Cole Swindell, ?She Had Me at Heads Carolina? LeAnn Rimes, ?How Do I Live? Morgan Wallen, ?Thinkin? Bout Me?* KYGO was giving away Dylan Scott tickets as part of a ?Staycation? promotion tied into his recent ?This Town?s Been Good to Us.? (The payoff was over a contest winner jingle bed, which I haven’t come across in a while.) The station is also giving away Jason Isbell tickets, as well as starting to promote its Birthday Bash 45 with Koe Wetzel, Kip Moore, and Corey Kent. Here?s KYGO just before 11 a.m., April 23, with middayer Sheena: Sam Barker f/Avery Anna, ?Indigo? ? like most currents on the station, including Roan, preceded by a new-music sweeper with artist audio Keith Urban, ?Somewhere in My Car? Morgan Wallen, ?Love Somebody? Brad Paisley, ?The World? Zach Bryan, ?Something in the Orange? Chappell Roan, ?The Giver? Thomas Rhett, ?Unforgettable? Cole Swindell, ?How Is She? ? another KYGO enterprise song that became a local hit Zach Top, ?I Never Lie? Scotty McCreery, ?See You Tonight? Post Malone f/Morgan Wallen, ?I Had Some Help? Jackson Dean, ?Heavens to Betsy? Billy Currington, ?Do I Make You Wanna? Jelly Roll, ?Liar? Jordan Davis, ?I Ain?t Sayin?? Old Dominion, ?Motel Key? Bailey Zimmerman, ?Rock and a Hard Place? more

From Radio Insight: Core Radio Group will cease programming Hip Hop “Streetz 95.1” W236CF Chicago fed by TelevisaUnivsion’s 105.1 WOJO-HD2 Evanston at the end of the month. The station carried the company’s “Young Joc and the Streetz Morning Take Over” distributed by Superadio Networks and a local afternoon show hosted by ‘Trey the Choklit Jok“. The translator is owned by Windy City Broadcasting. Core Radio Group President/CEO Steve Hegwood commented, “There were a number of factors in the decision to discontinue in Chicago. However I am very Grateful to the commitment from the entire staff and the opportunity to serve our listeners and clients over the past 4 years.” Core Radio Group continues to operate the Hip Hop “Streetz” brand in Atlanta and Albany GA, Charlotte, New Orleans, and Norfolk VA as well as R&B/Southern Soul “87.7 The Vibe” WTBS-LD Atlanta. more

From Radio Insight: Connoisseur Media and Compass Media Networks’ Anna & Raven have crossed the 75 affiliate threshold as it has added ten new affiliates since the start of 2025. The new affiliates include Ramar Communications Classic Hits ?93.7 The Eagle? KLBB Lubbock TX, The Mountain of Chico Inc. Hot AC “105.7 The Mountain” K289CH/KYIX-HD3 Chico CA, Seven Mountains Media Classic Hits “BG 100.7” WKLX Brownsville KY, Jacobs Radio Classic Hip Hop “98.7 The Beat” KHKM Missoula MT, Delta Radio Classic Hits 1450/95.7 WROX Clarksdale MS, and Southern Broadcasting’s five stations: AC “Easy 105.3” WTKI Huntsville AL, Rhythmic CHR “Wild 94.7” WIEZ Decatur AL, and CHRs “Hot 100” WYDL Middleton TN, “102.7 Kiss-FM” WWFA St. Florian AL, and “Wild 96.3” WXWX Marietta MS. KLBB OM/PD said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Anna & Raven to 93.7 The Eagle’s morning lineup. Their energy, chemistry, and relatable humor are the perfect way to start the day for our listeners. The show blends real-life relationship topics, trending stories, and listener call-ins with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments to keep mornings fresh and entertaining.” Co-host Anna Zap commented, “75 stations?! 75 partners! We?re just having fun being our goofy, relatable selves, talking about life, relationships, and whatever weird/messy thing happened that day. But behind every laugh, there?s a whole lot of hustle and we?re just getting started! Thank you to our affiliates for trusting us with your audience. We love you more than a friend.? more

From Radio Online: Longtime WKRZ (98.5 KRZ)/Wilkes Barre-Scranton air personality Rocky Rhodes announced Monday that he will step away from the microphone after a 45-year broadcasting career, with his final show scheduled for Thursday, May 1. "I hate the 'R' word. I'm not retiring...I'm just unplugging," Rhodes said. More...

From Radio Insight: HHawaii Media has added Joshua Fleming as its new Station Manager and General Sales Manager for its five station cluster on the island of Kauai. Fleming will also host mornings on Hawaiian “Island Radio 98.9” KITH Kapaa under the on-air name ‘Shwah’. The move marks a return to Hawaii for Fleming who attended high school in Pahoa and later worked on the island of Hawaii and as National Sales Manager and afternoon host at CHR “93.1 The Zone” KQMQ Honolulu from 2007-10. Fleming has also held roles as VP/Programming and Sales for Royce International Broadcasting, FM Operations Manager for Leighton Broadcasting Grand Forks ND, Director of New Business Development for Powell Broadcasting Panama City FL and Cumulus Media Myrtle Beach. He most recently was Regional Digital Sales Manager for Cumulus Reno, Eugene, Boise and Ventura CA. more

From Radio Online: Nueva Network launches Nueva.News, a new digital news platform designed to deliver culturally resonant and timely news to the growing U.S. Latino population. In unveiling the platform, Nueva Network emphasized the urgent need for reliable, culturally nuanced journalism aimed at Latinos, who now make up More...

From Radio Insight: Saga Communications Hot AC “Mix 95.9” WMXZ Isle of Palms/Charleston SC has announced the promotion of morning co-host Brooke Ryan to Program Director. Ryan will continue on the “Two Girls and a Guy” morning show. She originally joined the station in 2014 after being part of the morning and afternoon show at Hot AC “Mix 107.3” WRQX Washington DC to reunite with former “Two Girls and a Guy” co-hosts Mike Edwards and Tanya Brown where they worked in Charleston at Cumulus CHR “95SX” WSSX until she moved to Washington and they would eventually join KBFF Portland. Prior to her original stint in Charleston, Ryan worked in her native Bakersfield CA and Knoxville TN. She takes the programming reins that had been held by Edwards until his death last December. The station subsequently added Jay Shadix to join Ryan and Brown in mornings. Ryan said, “The ability to program in a company like Saga, who believes in live and local radio, is truly an honor, and I will carry on the legacy of Mike Edwards who built this station into a powerhouse.? Saga’s Charleston Media Solutions President Paul O?Malley said, ?Brooke has demonstrated a true passion for the business and, combined with her incredible ability to entertain audiences, she is the perfect fit to lead Mix 95.9.? more

From Radio Online: As the 2025 NFL Draft wraps up, marketers and media buyers are setting their sights on the new NFL season, which kicks off September 4. This week's Westwood One | Cumulus Media Audio Active Group blog outlines key reasons for why advertisers should include NFL audio in their media plans. Westwood One's More...

Former Station Manager To Acquire Silent Colorado FM by Lance Venta, Radio Insight April 25, 2025 One of Royal Gorge Broadcasting's stations in Canon City CO will be resurrected as the company has sold the former "Star Country 104.5" KSTY to "Meg Stanley" Medley's Frontier Frequencies for $30,000. KSTY and News/Talk 1400 KRLN Canon City went silent at the end of 2024. At the time of the shutdown, Stanley told the Colorado Springs Gazette that the Nebraska based owners were ready to retire. She also said the stations weren't adapting to listener and customer demands, "We weren't keeping up ... on the digital aspect of things, and it just came down to income versus expense. Not having the things we needed to accomplish digital demands this day and age, it just made it harder." The stations have been owned by Norton Warner and his children since 1965. The family previously owned stations across Colorado, Kansas and Nebraska. KRLN is not included in the deal as Royal Gorge retains its license, tower site, equipment and building. The seller also retains KSTY's employee contracts and intellectual property.

From Radio Online: Critical Mass Insights (CMI) released new findings Monday showing that radio advertising significantly increases consumer engagement with brands across social media and in-store environments. According to the study, 55 percent of radio listeners are more likely to More...

From Radio Online: Charleston Media Solutions appoints Brooke Ryan as the new Program Director of WMXZ-FM (Mix 95.9). Ryan, a familiar voice to Charleston, SC listeners and a longtime member of Lowcountry media, steps into the role following the unexpected death of former Program Director Mike Edwards in December, 2024. More...

From Radio Insight: Lotus AAA “94.9 The River” KRVB Boise has announced the debut of “River Mornings with Melissa and Kevin”. The move reunites current KRVB morning host ‘Melissa Dawn’ Liebenthal with her former “107.1 K-Hits” KTHI partner Kevin Murphy as the duo hosted mornings together from 2015 until 2022. Liebenthal said, “Kevin and I are back together. It’s like a reunion but with less drama and more caffeine. Sincerely, the best person I can think of to work with in tight quarters. He knows everything about me and likes me anyway.? KRVB Program Director Tim Johnstone said, “Having been a fan of Kevin’s work with Melissa as a morning show duo, I could not be more excited about him joining River Mornings here at the station. He is a consummate professional with a quick wit, intimate knowledge of our community, and The River’s commitment to making a positive impact here in the Treasure Valley.? General Manager Nick Coe added, “Reuniting Melissa and Kevin is a win for Boise radio. Their chemistry is undeniable, and bringing that energy to mornings on The River feels like the right move at the right time.” Murphy followed, “?I can’t believe I get to be on the station that’s been my #1 preset forever and to do so with one of my best friends in radio and real life. Melissa and I have been making each other laugh for more than twenty years, so we might as well let River listeners in on the fun too!? more

From Radio Online: Key Networks has partnered with news network NewsNation to syndicate a radio simulcast of NewsNation's primetime two-hour special, CUOMO Town Hall: The First 100 Days. The event, focusing on President Donald J. Trump's first 100 days in office, will air live on Wednesday, April 30, More...

From Radio Online: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today proposed new rules to codify foreign ownership requirements and streamline its review processes for broadcast and common carrier licensees. The move is aimed at providing greater clarity for companies navigating increasingly complex ownership structures and More...

From Radio Online: Educational Media Foundation (EMF) taps Christina James to join the K-Love on-air lineup, part of a broader move to expand DJ-hosted programming to 24 hours a day, seven days a week. James comes to the networkwith more than a decade of radio experience, having served audiences in Baltimore at WRBS, and More...

From Radio Online: The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) is partnering with Hallmark Media to introduce the Make Her Mark Student Scholarship, a new initiative aimed at supporting female students pursuing creative careers in entertainment. From the creators of Make Her Mark, an More...

From Radio Insight: Audacy Sports “670 The Score” WSCR Chicago has promoted Leila Rahimi to co-host alongside Marshall Harris for ?Rahimi and Harris” from 10am to 2pm weekdays. While Audacy says that this role marks Rahimi as the first female, full-time, primetime, lead sports radio host in Chicago, she previously co-hosted from 9am-12pm with Dan Bernstein from January 2021 to June 2022 when she took a full-time role at WMAQ-TV Chicago including serving as main sports anchor from 2022 until her exit last year. Rahimi first joined WSCR in 2017 as a contributor. She also spent five years at NBC Sports Chicago hosting Cubs and White Sox pre and post-game shows and has spent time at networks including MLB Network, Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia, CSN Houston, and Fox Sports San Diego. VP/Sports Programming Mitch Rosen said, “We?re committed to having top-tier hosts who are respected by local teams and can connect with our listeners through thoughtful and engaging opinions. Leila is one of the hardest-working teammates at The Score and her knowledge of Chicago sports has made her a beloved voice among the city?s fans. We?re thrilled to elevate her into this role and launch this new midday show alongside Marshall Harris.? Rahimi commented, ?I?ve been happy to be a part of The Score team on a regular basis since late 2020, and I?m very excited to add a new chapter hosting the midday show in this role. The support The Score listeners have shown over the years has meant the world to me, and I?m looking forward to spending more time with them every day from ten to two o?clock.? Rahimi takes the co-host spot alongside Harris that had been held by Bernstein until his firing last month after making threats to dox a user on social media. more

From Radio Insight: K-Love Inc. Christian AC “K-Love” is expanding and revising its lineup to feature live hosts 24/7. Carlos Aguiar and Amy Baumann will continue to host mornings from 6-11am Eastern. Scott Smith, who last week announced the end of his early evening show with Kelli Caldwell, will follow from 11am to 2pm. Lauree Austin moves back an hour from 1-5pm to 2-6pm Eastern. Joining the network in Christina James to host nights from 6-10pm. James most recently hosted middays at “95.1 Bright-FM” WRBS-FM Baltimore and has also worked at 90.9 KCBI-FM Dallas. Careth Beard returns to K-Love to host late nights from 10pm-2am. Beard had been co-hosting middays at sister “Air 1” and weekends on K-Love. She previously was morning co-host on iHeartMedia AC “B98” KRBB Wichita from 2014-19. Rounding out the new lineup is Kelli Caldwell, moving from co-hosting evenings. Departing the weekday lineup is former 11am-1pm host Randi Tyler. Chief Radio Officer Jim Houser said, “We?re relentlessly exploring ways to better serve our audiences. We?re adding an incredible, Jesus-following, storyteller to our team and these schedule moves increase our daily DJ-hosted broadcast hours. These adjustments grow our ability to share the Gospel and give us the opportunity to create even deeper connections with our listeners.? Vice President of Radio Mandy Young commented, “Christina is a powerful addition to our on-air team. She brings with her a wealth of radio experience, dedication and passion for spreading the love of Jesus with listeners all around the world, day in and day out.? more

From Radio Insight: Leslie Fram has announced the launch of consulting collective FEMco (Fram Entertainment & Music) offering services in Artist Development, Talent Booking & Production, and B2B Connection to Nashville?s entertainment community. Fram exited her primary position as Senior Vice President of Music Strategy at Paramount Global?s CMT after thirteen years last October as part of a round of layoffs. Fram held her role at CMT, where she was recruited by then CMT President and current Cumulus Chief Content Officer Brian Phillips, since 2011. After beginning her career at WABB Mobile AL, Fram joined WNNX Atlanta predecessor ?Power 99? WAPW as APD/morning co-host in 1990 and rose to Program Director in 1997, and was part of every incarnation of the station?s morning show from the “99X” brand?s original launch in October 1992 until its demise in January 2008. She would then serve as PD of Emmis AAA 101.9 WRXP New York before joining CMT. She joined the reconstituted ?99X? alongside her former co-host Steve Barnes in February 2023 and will continue in that role as well. The new company will focus on strategic career development for emerging and established artists, talent booking and producing, and connecting businesses and brands to Nashville’s entertainment community. FEMco is also launching a music-focused production division FEMco Presents to continue creating programs like CMT?s Next Women of Country. FEMcountry launched last month at Reynolds Lake Oconee in Georgia and at last week’s Live In The Vineyard Goes Country in Napa, with other activations to be announced. FEMco Presents will soon expand to other genres to include FEMpop and FEMrock. Fram commented, ?I’ve always wanted to start my own company, one that was intentionally designed as a purpose-driven business that aligns with my personal and professional aspirations. Through my time in radio and television I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge, skills and insights from various roles, industries and projects that are not just a collection of past events but a foundation for this very kind of endeavor. FEMco will allow me to focus on the parts of the business that have always brought me the most joy – advising and mentoring artists both male and female, booking and producing talent for a variety of entertainment platforms, creating connections between businesses and creatives, and championing women and underrepresented groups in country music. FEMco is the culmination of everything I?ve learned throughout my career and I?m honored and grateful to be able to give back and support a community that has given so much to me.? more

From Radio Online: Audacy names Leila Rahimi as the new midday co-host for WSCR-AM (670 The Score) in Chicago. She joins co-host Marshall Harris on "Rahimi and Harris," weekdays from 10am-2pm CT. This role marks Rahimi as the first female, full-time, primetime, lead sports radio host in Chicago. The show will also feature More...

From Radio Insight: Longtime morning host Rocky Rhodes will retire from mornings this week at Audacy CHR 98.5 WKRZ Freeland/Wilkes-Barre and 107.9 WKRF Tobyhanna PA. Rhodes originally joined WKRZ in March 1989 with former co-host and future wife Sue Barre. After a brief stint in 1998/99 at WSHE Orlando, the duo would return to WKRZ. Barre would depart the station in 2012 to focus on her real estate business with Producer Lissa Krahnke rising to co-host. Prior to WKRZ, Rhodes worked at station in Maine and South Carolina. Rhodes final day in mornings will be Thursday, May 1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 98.5 KRZ (@985wkrz) more