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  • Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
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  • Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS
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Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC
BRANDING/MARKETING CHARITY CONVENTIONS EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS OPPORTUNITIES PUBLIC SERVICE 

Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

• Hubbard | Media That Connects and the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) are joining forces to host the Morning

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes
CLASSIC HITS DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING TOP 40 

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

• RAMP has learned that major market pro Clarence Barnes has exited evenings on iHeartMedia Classic Hits KOSF (Classic Hits

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION Video 

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

• The Elvis Duran Group, Looking4Larry and MCM Studios announced the launch of Podrophenia, colorfully described as “a next-generation podcast,

Condolences: Bloomington’s Joe Smith
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Condolences: Bloomington’s Joe Smith

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Condolences: Bloomington’s Joe Smith

• Sad news for thousands of sports fans in the Bloomington, IN area, as ST Radio announced the passing of

Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS
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Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS

• Connoisseur Media has appointed Chris Flatley as Director of Sales for its Long Island operations, leading revenue strategy and

NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
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NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media

• The sale of News-Talk KOIL-AM/Omaha, NE; Rhythmic KOPW-FM/Plattsmouth, NE; Sports-Talk KOZN-AM & Yacht Rock KZOT-AM/Bellevue, NE; and Hot AC

River House Debuts The House Management
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River House Debuts The House Management

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on River House Debuts The House Management

• Continuing a year-long celebration of its 10th anniversary, River House Artists formally announces the launch of its new management

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
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Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

• The Second Circuit blocked radio ratings provider Nielsen on Monday from implementing a policy change that would require its

Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
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Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria

• Midwest Communications, Inc., Peoria, IL welcomes Chad Taylor as Operations Manager of the cluster and PD of Country WXCL

Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered
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Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Ciliberto Has Both Your Commutes Covered

• Bold Gold Media Group announced the brand expansion of the popular Ciliberto & Friends, hosted by veteran broadcaster Paul

EXECUTIVE ACTION

Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC
BRANDING/MARKETING CHARITY CONVENTIONS EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS OPPORTUNITIES PUBLIC SERVICE 

Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

• Hubbard | Media That Connects and the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) are joining forces to host the Morning

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION Video 

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

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Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS
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Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Flatley Joins Connoisseur LI As DOS
NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC MILESTONES NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
River House Debuts The House Management
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River House Debuts The House Management

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PROGRAMMING

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes
CLASSIC HITS DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING TOP 40 

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

• RAMP has learned that major market pro Clarence Barnes has exited evenings on iHeartMedia Classic Hits KOSF (Classic Hits

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION Video 

Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC MILESTONES NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content
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Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content
Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LEGAL PROGRAMMING RATINGS 

Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

PROS IN MOTION

Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON
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Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Scotty Kay Drives San Diego Home On KSON

• RAMP has confirmed that Audacy air personality Scotty Kay is making his West Coast debut as he assumes command

Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Shawn Tempesta Wakes Up At KLUC/Las Vegas
98.5 The Bull Palm Springs Hires Mary Lockrem
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98.5 The Bull Palm Springs Hires Mary Lockrem

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on 98.5 The Bull Palm Springs Hires Mary Lockrem
Elliott Circles Back To Abilene’s Wolf
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Elliott Circles Back To Abilene’s Wolf

July 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Elliott Circles Back To Abilene’s Wolf
Scordo Awarded Middays At WXTU/Philly
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Scordo Awarded Middays At WXTU/Philly

July 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Scordo Awarded Middays At WXTU/Philly

FREE AGENT

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes
CLASSIC HITS DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING TOP 40 

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

• RAMP has learned that major market pro Clarence Barnes has exited evenings on iHeartMedia Classic Hits KOSF (Classic Hits

Spyder Harrison Signs Off
FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION Satellite Radio STREAMING 

Spyder Harrison Signs Off

July 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Spyder Harrison Signs Off
Pros On The Loose: KS95’s Staci & Hutch
DOWNSIZING EXECUTIVE ACTION FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE HOT AC PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Pros On The Loose: KS95’s Staci & Hutch

June 23, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Pros On The Loose: KS95’s Staci & Hutch
HaZe On The Loose
DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

HaZe On The Loose

June 23, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on HaZe On The Loose

JOBS

Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC
BRANDING/MARKETING CHARITY CONVENTIONS EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS OPPORTUNITIES PUBLIC SERVICE 

Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

• Hubbard | Media That Connects and the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) are joining forces to host the Morning

Wanted: Country PD/Morning Host
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Wanted: Country PD/Morning Host

June 8, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Wanted: Country PD/Morning Host
Opportunity: Country PD/Morning Host
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Opportunity: Country PD/Morning Host

June 7, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Opportunity: Country PD/Morning Host
Calhoun Earns iHeart Upgrade
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Calhoun Earns iHeart Upgrade

June 5, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Calhoun Earns iHeart Upgrade

BREAKING NEWS

Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content
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Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content

• Cox Media Group (CMG) announced that Phil Becker will join CMG Radio as Vice President, Audience & Content Growth,

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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

• The Elvis Duran Group, Looking4Larry and MCM Studios announced the launch of Podrophenia, colorfully described as “a next-generation podcast,

Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role
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Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role

July 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Binnie Media Welcomes Gallant In EVP Role
PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content
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PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content

July 9, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on PMG & Bonneville Agree To Share Content
CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role
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CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role

June 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMG Adds Danny Bortnick In VP Role
Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise
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Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise

June 24, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Fabian Named VP/MM, Cumulus Boise

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Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC
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Hubbard & BFOA Meet Up At MSBC

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• Hubbard | Media That Connects and the Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) are joining forces to host the Morning

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes
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Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

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River House Debuts The House Management
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River House Debuts The House Management

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iHeart & FCC Agree On Consent Decree
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iHeart & FCC Agree On Consent Decree

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Braun Named Co-President, Triple Tigers
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Braun Named Co-President, Triple Tigers

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Tedesco Joins Morris Higham As VP/Marketing
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Tedesco Joins Morris Higham As VP/Marketing

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Herring Dialing Back At Triple Tigers
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Herring Dialing Back At Triple Tigers

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Virgin Reveals New Global Leadership Team
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Virgin Reveals New Global Leadership Team

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PROGRAMMING

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes
CLASSIC HITS DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING TOP 40 

Pros On The Loose: Clarence Barnes

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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’
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Elvis Duran & Partners Launch ‘Podrophenia’

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NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC MILESTONES NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media

July 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NRG’s Omaha Group Sold To Usher Media
Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content
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Becker Joins CMG As VP/Audience & Content

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Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen
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Second Circuit Sides With Cumulus v. Nielsen

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Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria
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Chad Taylor Named OM, MWC Peoria

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