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Steve Smith Resigns From CMG

November 3, 2021November 4, 2021 kevincarter Cox Media Group, Steve Smith

• RAMP has confirmed that veteran programmer and consultant Steve Smith has resigned as VP of Programming for Cox Media

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BRANDING/MARKETING Consultants EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING 

Shomby + Paulus: Radio’s Fresh Eyes

October 4, 2021October 4, 2021 kevincarter Radio's Fresh Eyes

• Two veteran broadcasting pros — John Shomby and Dave Paulus, have smartly pooled their combined 70 years of industry

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC ROCK Consultants FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING 

Marty Bender: Worst Consultant Ever

August 23, 2021August 23, 2021 kevincarter Cumulus Media, Marty Bender, WOFX

• Veteran programmer Marty Bender announces the launch of his new company, sporting the best name ever — “Worst Consultant

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BRANDING/MARKETING Consultants DIGITAL EDUCATION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING 

All-Guy, All-The-Time Online

July 26, 2021 kevincarter Guy Zapoleon

• Legendary programmer, consultant and radio historian Guy Zapoleon just launched GuyZapoleon.com, which can best be described as a one-stop-online

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IBA & Berko Join Forces

December 14, 2020 kevincarter Berkowitz Broadcast Consulting, IBA

• Longtime AC programming consultant Gary Berkowitz of Berkowitz Broadcast Consulting and the Independent Broadcasters Association (IBA) have teamed up to

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Clear Media Improved After Hitting Wall

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 kevincarter Clear Media Network

• Dallas-based Clear Media Network has tapped into the talents of programming pro Ken Wall of Partnered Programming Group to

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Futuri Enhanced With Steele, Stanley, Kendall B.

October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 kevincarter Futuri Media

• Prep+, Futuri’s show prep and team collaboration system, has added the talents of three experienced radio pros to the

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Jim Kennedy Launches Consultancy

October 26, 2020 kevincarter Jim Kennedy Consulting

• Veteran programmer Jim Kennedy has officially nailed up the sign declaring the grand opening of Jim Kennedy Consulting, specializing

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Shomby Cuts Ribbon, Open For Business

October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 kevincarter John Shomby

• Programming veteran John Shomby has formally announced the launch of his Nashville-based Radio/Artist Talent and Program Director Mentoring consultant

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Morris Joins RadioAnimal Media Strategies

June 15, 2020 kevincarter

• RadioAnimal Media Strategies is pleased to announce the addition of veteran programmer Rob Morris to its consulting team! Morris

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BREAKING NEWS

Buchanan Era Ends At KLUC After 27 Years
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS FREE AGENT MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

Buchanan Era Ends At KLUC After 27 Years

February 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Buchanan Era Ends At KLUC After 27 Years

• For the first time in nearly three decades, the citizens of Las Vegas will wake up and start their

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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

• ASCAP announced another year of record-breaking revenue collections and royalty distributions in 2025. ASCAP delivered $1.945 billion in revenue

Harnack Signed To Advise MaxxKonnect
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Harnack Signed To Advise MaxxKonnect

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Harnack Signed To Advise MaxxKonnect
Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
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Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee
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Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee
Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
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Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

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Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus
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Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus

• On the heels of last week’s announcement of Scott Borchetta‘s departure as Chair & CEO of Big Machine Label

Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
BRANDING/MARKETING CONVENTIONS COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES 

Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
CMA Initiates New CEO Search
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CMA Initiates New CEO Search

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMA Initiates New CEO Search

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Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus
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Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Borchetta’s New Venture Comes Into Focus
Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
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Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine
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Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine
Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music
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Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music
Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
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Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer

PROGRAMMING

iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program
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iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program

February 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program
Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO
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Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO
We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HITS MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING TOP 40 

We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book
KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING 

KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup
Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
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Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE HOT AC MILESTONES PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC 

WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!

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