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Licata Named CEO of iHeart Multiplatform Group

Ann Marie Licata

iHeartMedia has named Ann Marie Licata as CEO of its Multiplatform Group, the company's largest operating segment. The Multiplatform Group encompasses the company's Markets Group, which includes more than 860 local broadcast radio stations, as well as its live events and sponsorships division, radio More

Report: Audio Use Surges Among MLB Fans

Audacy Insights

Audacy reports a growing shift in how fans follow Major League Baseball, with audio emerging as a key companion to live game viewing. In a new Insights report, the company says today's mobile, multitasking audience is increasingly turning to audio for a more flexible and personalized experience. More

WWNC News/Talk Expands to 92.9 FM in Asheville

WWNC-AM & FM/Asheville NC

iHeartMedia Asheville has expanded the reach of News Radio 570 WWNC by launching a simulcast on 92.9 FM, effective immediately. The move places the station's News/Talk programming on both AM and FM, broadening accessibility for listeners across Western North Carolina. More

BFOA Earns Top Ratings for Transparency, Impact

Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA)

The Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) has received top ratings from leading nonprofit evaluators, underscoring its commitment to transparency and effectiveness. The organization earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, along with a 100% "Give With Confidence" score More

Westwood One Sets NCAA Final Four Coverage

Westwood One Sports

Westwood One will deliver live audio coverage of the 2026 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and national championship games, airing across terrestrial radio, streaming platforms, and digital apps. Coverage of the men's tournament begins Saturday, April 4 at 3pm ET with "The Final Four Show," followed by More

Open-Source Radio Group Launches Programming Firm

Open Source Radio Group

Open-Source Radio Group (OSRG) has officially launched a new radio programming and consulting service aimed at helping stations grow audience and revenue through improved on-air strategy. The company, founded by Justin Walters, positions itself as a boutique firm that blends elements More

''Win the Day Replay'' Expands to 11 Affiliates

''Win the Day Replay''

A new syndicated radio program spotlighting retro Contemporary Christian Music is expanding its reach, picking up affiliates across multiple U.S. markets. "Win the Day Replay," a two-hour weekly show, features music from the Jesus Movement era of the 1970s through the early 2000s. The program is produced More

Skyview Networks Completes Ownership Transition

Steve Jones

Skyview Networks has completed an ownership transition, with President and CEO Steve Jones assuming full leadership of the company, effective immediately. In a companywide message, Jones said the move strengthens Skyview's long-term direction while maintaining continuity in its operations and strategic More

Radio's Reach, ROI Challenge "Dead" Narrative

Spotset Media Network

A new commentary from media executives Howard Robertson and Ryan Robertson argues that reports of radio's demise are overstated, citing strong audience reach and return on investment despite lingering perception challenges among marketers. According to data from Nielsen, radio More

Wirthlin Named Market Manager for Cumulus SLC

Joyce Wirthlin

Cumulus Media has appointed Joyce Wirthlin as Vice President/Market Manager for its Salt Lake City operations. In the role, Wirthlin will oversee a portfolio of five stations and associated digital assets, including KBEE-FM (B98.7), KBER-FM, KENZ-FM-KHTB-FM (Power 94.9/101.9), KKAT-AM, and KUBL-FM (93.3 The More

Andrew Festo Promoted to VP of Events at iHeart NY

Andrew Festo

iHeartMedia New York has promoted Andrew Festo to Vice President of Events and Experiences, effective immediately, as the company continues to expand its focus on live and experiential programming. In his new role, Festo will lead the strategy, development and execution of franchise events across the More

Triton Digital Powers NBC Sports Podcast Infrastructure

Triton Digital

Triton Digital has been selected by NBC Sports to provide key technology supporting its podcast and digital audio operations, the companies announced. Under the agreement, NBC Sports will use Triton's suite of tools for podcast hosting, monetization, audience measurement and More

MediaCo Revenue Jumps 18% in Fourth Quarter

MediaCo

MediaCo Holding Inc. reported a 17.9% increase in fourth quarter revenue, driven by continued digital growth and contributions from its Estrella Media acquisition, while posting a wider net loss for the period. For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, revenue rose to $38.7 More

Candace Dold Joins WPOC Baltimore Morning Show

Candace Dold

iHeartMedia Baltimore's 93.1 WPOC has named Candace Dold co-host of its new weekday morning program, "Michael J & Candace In The Morning," effective immediately. Dold will be heard weekdays from 6-10am alongside Michael J, who is set to be inducted into the Country Radio Hall of Fame in 2026. She will report More

JB & Sandy Return to Mornings on KVET Austin

JB and Sandy

iHeartMedia Austin's 98.1 KVET has launched "The JB and Sandy Morning Show," marking the return of longtime hosts JB Hager and Sandy McIlree to the station's weekday morning lineup. The program dÐµbuts immediately and will air from 6-10am CT. The duo returns to mornings after more than a decade away, More

SiriusXM Sets Masters Week Coverage Plans

SiriusXM

SiriusXM has unveiled its programming lineup for Masters week, set for April 6-12 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, GA, featuring expanded coverage, new broadcast voices and exclusive content throughout the tournament. Among the additions, four-time PGA Tour winner Kevin More

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