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Stacey Kauffman: The Next Chapter

October 24, 2024 kevincarter Audacy

• After a distinguished career as a senior executive in the media industry, former Audacy Northern California Regional Vice President

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Remembering Ben Manilla

October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 kevincarter

• Ben Manilla, award-winning radio producer, audio entrepreneur, pioneering disc jockey and broadcast journalism educator, passed away on Monday, Sept.

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CRB Announces 2024-25 Board

August 27, 2024 kevincarter CRB, CRS 2025

• The Country Radio Broadcasters have completed their elections for the organization’s 2024-2025 Board of Directors. The Board features distinguished

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A Shockley Development At Paragon

August 1, 2024 kevincarter Paragon

• Paragon has added the talents of veteran public radio fundraising consultant and voice coach Christina Shockley to its consulting

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Steal Stepping Down At Hubbard Chicago

July 9, 2024July 10, 2024 kevincarter Hubbard Radio, WTMX

• Hubbard Chicago announced that after six years, veteran programmer Jimmy Steal has decided to step down as Vice President

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LABF Welcomes Seven New Giants

May 6, 2024 kevincarter LABF

• The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) will recognize seven distinguished industry leaders for lifetime achievements during the 2024

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Remembering Randy Kabrich

April 3, 2024April 7, 2024 kevincarter

• We are awaiting further details, but RAMP has confirmed via a family member that veteran programmer and consultant Randy

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Condolences: Buddy Scott

February 5, 2024February 6, 2024 kevincarter

• UPDATED: Yesterday we received the sad news of the passing of legendary programmer/consultant Buddy Scott, probably best known as

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Richards Climbs Aboard Portland’s Bull

January 12, 2024January 14, 2024 kevincarter Alpha Media, KUPL

• Alpha Media is pleased to announce the appointment of veteran programmer and consultant Tim Richards as the new Content

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MIW Introduces Four New Board Members

January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 kevincarter

• Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of female leadership

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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

• Warner Records announced a dynamic, digitally forward, future-focused revitalization of its marketing team under the leadership of General Manager

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Serious CMA Executive Action
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Serious CMA Executive Action

July 30, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Serious CMA Executive Action

• The Country Music Association (CMA) announced a bunch recent promotions and new additions. The action begins with Emily Evans

Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
Shamel Named Head Of TuneCore, U.S.
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Shamel Named Head Of TuneCore, U.S.

July 24, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Shamel Named Head Of TuneCore, U.S.
Kobalt Ups Cournoyer To SVP, Global Digital Biz
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Kobalt Ups Cournoyer To SVP, Global Digital Biz

July 24, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Kobalt Ups Cournoyer To SVP, Global Digital Biz
WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked
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WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked

July 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked

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Frank Wood, Jr. — “Serious About Fun”
ACTIVE ROCK CONDOLENCES FRONT PAGE Mainstream Rock 

Frank Wood, Jr. — “Serious About Fun”

July 30, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Frank Wood, Jr. — “Serious About Fun”

• Frank “Bo” Wood Jr., the founder of WEBN/Cincinnati, affectionately known as Cincinnati’s “Commissioner of Fun,” died July 29 at

Serious CMA Executive Action
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Serious CMA Executive Action

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Warner Records Pros On The Loose
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Warner Records Pros On The Loose

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Pros On The Loose

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Warner Records Pros On The Loose
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Warner Records Pros On The Loose

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Pros On The Loose
WMG Changes Extend To Nashville
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WMG Changes Extend To Nashville

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on WMG Changes Extend To Nashville
Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media
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Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media
Ray Mariner On The Loose
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Ray Mariner On The Loose

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ray Mariner On The Loose
TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent
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TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent

PROGRAMMING

Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix
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Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix
Ray Mariner On The Loose
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Ray Mariner On The Loose

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ray Mariner On The Loose
Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer
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Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer
APMG Facing Staff Layoffs
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APMG Facing Staff Layoffs

July 25, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on APMG Facing Staff Layoffs
Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk
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Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk

July 25, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk
J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose
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J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose

July 24, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose

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