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iHeart, Premiere Expand Deal with Clay Travis

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 1:31pm CT

Clay Travis

iHeartMedia and Premiere Networks have renewed and expanded their long-term relationship with multimedia personality Clay Travis, keeping him behind the microphone as co-host of the nationally syndicated "The Clay & Buck Show" while adding a new partnership with his recently launched Sport & State media company.

Under the agreement, Travis will continue co-hosting "The Clay & Buck Show" with Buck Sexton. The Premiere Networks program, which marked its fifth anniversary in June, airs weekdays from noon-3pm ET and is carried by more than 550 stations nationwide.

The expanded deal also brings iHeartMedia into Travis' newest sports venture. SportandState.com launched August 19 with live digital programming weekdays from 8am-6pm ET, along with original sports content. iHeart will partner with Sport & State to develop a podcast network and handle advertising sales across its digital and web content.

"Clay Travis has built one of the most influential brands in news, talk and sports across every platform, and we're excited to continue and expand our partnership with him," said iHeartMedia President and COO Rich Bressler. "From the continued success of 'The Clay & Buck Show' to the growth of his podcast network and the launch of the Sport & State Podcast Network, this partnership reflects our shared commitment to delivering compelling content at scale and reaching audiences wherever they are."

Travis is also the founder of OutKick Media and a best-selling author.

"The Clay & Buck Show" will continue to be distributed through The Clay & Buck Podcast Network, which launched in 2023 and is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Its lineup includes podcasts hosted by Sexton, David Rutherford, Tudor Dixon, Lisa Boothe, Karol Markowicz, Ryan Girdusky, Mary Katharine Ham and Yates.

MARC Media to Acquire Three Brevard Stations

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 1:21pm CT

MARC Media

MARC Media Group is expanding its Florida radio holdings with an agreement to acquire three Brevard County stations from Cumulus Media. The deal includes CHR WAOA-FM (107.1 A1A), Country WHKR-FM (102.7 The HitKicker) and Classic Rock WROK-FM (95.9 The Rocket). MARC will begin operating the stations under a local marketing agreement (LMA), with the purchase pending FCC approval.

The acquisition will increase MARC Media Group's portfolio to 22 radio stations and further expand its coverage across central Florida.

In February, MARC acquired nine stations serving markets along Florida's Atlantic I-95 corridor and the Lakeland-Winter Haven area. With the addition of the three Brevard County signals, Chief Operating Officer Scott Miller said the company is achieving its goal of building broad coverage across the region.

"As planned, our signals now pretty much cover a majority of the central Florida peninsula," said Miller. "We've remained true to our objective to bring community-focused, meaningful on-air programming to our growing listener and advertising bases. And we're just getting started."

Miller said WAOA, WHKR and WROK have each developed loyal audiences and that MARC plans to invest in growing those listener bases.

"MARC intends to provide each station with the tools needed to grow those audiences even further," he said. "We are very selective when it comes to bringing stations into the MARC fold, applying a formula we've fine-tuned for growth and profitability."

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

NAB Backs Voluntary Software-Based EAS Model

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 2:00pm CT

National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is urging the FCC to move forward with a voluntary software-based approach to the Emergency Alert System, arguing that it could improve reliability, flexibility and cybersecurity while reducing broadcasters' dependence on dedicated EAS hardware.

In comments filed August 29, NAB supported the Commission's consideration of rule changes allowing EAS participants to process alerts through software rather than the physical hardware devices required under current rules. The proceeding stems from an NAB petition filed in March 2025 seeking modernization of the system.

NAB said software-based EAS could better integrate emergency alerting into modern IP-based broadcast air chains, support remote monitoring and maintenance and allow redundant EAS operations at multiple locations. Software updates could also add new capabilities or address security vulnerabilities without requiring engineers to visit individual EAS units.

The association stressed that the software option should remain voluntary, allowing stations that prefer traditional EAS hardware to continue using it. NAB also supports flexibility permitting software to operate on a station server or computer or be integrated into other broadcast systems.

However, NAB drew a line at moving EAS entirely into the cloud. It said software-based EAS should operate locally at a station or transmitter and remain functional if internet service is lost. The group argued that dependence on cloud connectivity could create additional risks during emergencies when telecommunications networks may be disrupted.

NAB also supported FCC testing and certification of EAS software before it can be marketed and used. The association said the process could be modeled on certification procedures already used for EAS hardware, with software developers responsible for having their products tested and certified.

On cybersecurity, NAB said certified EAS software should come from trusted sources and operate on trusted hardware or within secure broadcast equipment. It opposed extraordinary monitoring or periodic recertification requirements that would treat software-based EAS differently from other IP-connected components in a modern broadcast air chain.

NAB opposed one significant FCC proposal: reducing the time allowed to repair or replace defective software-based EAS equipment from the current 60 days to 72 hours. The association called the shorter deadline premature and potentially impractical, noting that stations generally test EAS functionality and review test logs weekly, meaning some problems might not even be discovered within 72 hours.

Instead, NAB asked the FCC to retain the 60-day period until broadcasters and regulators gain real-world experience with software-based systems.

The association generally supported other proposed EAS improvements, including stronger authentication of alerts, better geotargeting and a universal alert identifier intended to reduce duplicate warnings, provided the changes don't force broadcasters to replace existing equipment or make EAS operations more complicated.

NAB also supported allowing broadcasters to add standardized visual symbols identifying types of emergencies, but said their use should be voluntary. The group noted that implementing symbols could be particularly challenging for radio, where their display would depend on receivers such as HD Radio-equipped vehicle dashboards.

CMA Reveals 2026 Broadcast Awards Finalists

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 10:48am CT

CMA Broadcast Awards

The Country Music Association has announced the finalists for its 2026 CMA Broadcast Awards, recognizing radio personalities and stations for their contributions to Country music and their local communities.

Broadcast Personality of the Year finalists are divided among Weekly National, Daily National, Major, Large, Medium and Small Market categories, while Radio Station of the Year finalists compete in four market-size divisions.

In the Weekly National personality category, finalists are Ryan Fox for "American Country Countdown with Ryan Fox," Cory "Fitz" Fitzner for "The Country Top 40 with Fitz," Lorianne Crook and Charlie Chase for "Crook & Chase Countdown," Buzz Brainard for SiriusXM's "The Highway Hot 30 Countdown" and Steve Harmon for the "Steve Harmon Show."

Daily National finalists are "The Angie Ward Show," "Backstage Country with Elaina Smith," "Big D & Bubba," "The Bobby Bones Show" and Audacy's "Katie & Company."

Major Market Personality finalists include "The Andie Summers Show" on WXTU/Philadelphia, "Hawkeye and Michelle" on KSCS/Dallas-Fort Worth, "The Lo Show" on KKBQ/Houston, "Michael J & Candace in the Morning" on WPOC/Baltimore and "The Scotty Kay Show" on WUSN/Chicago.

The Large Market category features "Deb & Matt in the Morning" on WFMS/Indianapolis, "Eagle Mornings with Steve & Karen" on WGH/Norfolk, Heather Froglear on KFRG/Riverside-San Bernardino, "The Jesse & Anna Show" on WUBE/Cincinnati and "Scott and Shannen" on WMIL/Milwaukee.

Medium Market finalists are "Clay and Company" on WYRK/Buffalo, "The Doc Show with Chewy" on WGGY/Wilkes Barre-Scranton, "Joey & Nancy" on WIVK/Knoxville, "Julie and DJ in the Morning" on WPCV/Lakeland-Winter Haven and "Steve & Gina in the Morning" on KXKT/Omaha.

Small Market Personality finalists are "The Cat Pak Morning Show with Brent and Friends" on WYCT/Pensacola, "Hilley & Hart" on KATI/Columbia, MO, "Kicks Wake Up Krew" on WKXC/Augusta, "Liz & Scotty in the Morning" on KCLR/Columbia, MO, and "Officer Don and DeAnn" on WBUL/Lexington.

For CMA Radio Station of the Year, Major Market finalists are KSCS/Dallas-Fort Worth, KSON/San Diego, KYGO/Denver, WMZQ/Washington and WPOC/Baltimore.

Large Market finalists are KFRG/Riverside-San Bernardino, WCTK/Providence, WDSY/Pittsburgh, WMIL/Milwaukee and WQDR/Raleigh-Durham. Medium Market finalists are KXKT/Omaha, WHKO/Dayton, WLFP/Memphis, WQMX/Akron and WUSY/Chattanooga.

The Small Market Station of the Year field consists of KCLR/Columbia, MO, WCOW/La Crosse, WKML/Fayetteville, WKXC/Augusta and WYCT/Pensacola.

CMA determines its market categories based on population rankings from Nielsen. Broadcast Personality entries are judged on airchecks, ratings, community involvement and biographical and impact information. Station entries are evaluated on airchecks, ratings, community involvement, leadership and impact.

Winners will be announced in the coming weeks and recognized during the CMA Awards Pre-Telecast Ceremony. The 60th Annual CMA Awards will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Wednesday, November 18, at 8pm ET on ABC and Disney+, with next-day availability on Hulu.

WVMX/Columbus Adds XYZ with Erik Zachary

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 3:06pm CT

Eric Zachary

WVMX-FM (Mix 107.9) in Columbus, OH has added the syndicated "XYZ with Erik Zachary" to its weekday lineup, expanding the show's affiliate footprint through syndication partner Skyview Networks. The Saga outlet is airing the program weeknights from 7pm-midnight. The show features host Erik Zachary, co-host Jordan Foster, producer Audrey Dehler and correspondent Virginia Zachary.

"XYZ with Erik Zachary is a perfect fit for Mix 107.9," said WVMX Director of Content Tony Bristol. "The show's content aligns seamlessly with the culture, interests and music of the listener and the Columbus market. Their blend of sharp commentary and engaged conversation gives the Columbus community an exciting destination each weeknight from 7 to midnight."

"We're so thrilled to bring XYZ to Columbus," said Zachary. "Mix 107.9 has the audience and reputation we want in a market like this, and that combination is what makes this one feel especially right."

"XYZ with Erik Zachary" is available to affiliates for five hours each weekday as well as on weekends.

SiriusXM Sets NFL Coverage, Adds New Voices

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 3:13pm CT

SiriusXM

SiriusXM has unveiled its coverage plans for the 2026 NFL season, offering live broadcasts of every game while adding several current and former players to its SiriusXM NFL Radio lineup.

The season begins September 9 when the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots in a rematch of last February's championship game. On September 10, the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers will meet at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in the first NFL game played in Australia.

SiriusXM will carry every game from the regular season through the Super Bowl. App subscribers will have access to both home and visiting team broadcasts for each matchup, while subscribers with sports play-by-play can also receive both feeds on equipped in-vehicle radios.

The company is also expanding the roster on SiriusXM NFL Radio (channel 88), its 24-hour NFL channel.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Drew Brees is joining "Let's Go!," the weekly program featuring Rams quarterback and 2025 NFL MVP Matthew Stafford, sportswriter Peter King and broadcaster Jim Gray. The new season premieres September 7 at 6pm ET, with Stafford previewing the Rams-49ers matchup in Australia.

"I'm excited to join Jim Gray and our great list of guests on 'Let's Go' as we break down the biggest moments in the NFL every week, giving fans tons of insight and entertainment," said Brees.

New York Giants defensive tackle Shelby Harris, New York Jets linebacker Demario Davis and free agent wide receiver Brandin Cooks are also joining SiriusXM as rotating hosts of "The Players' Point." They join Carolina Panthers long snapper J.J. Jansen, while Los Angeles Chargers fullback Alec Ingold returns as a co-host. The program, hosted entirely by active NFL players, airs Tuesdays at 6pm ET.

Recently retired wide receiver Adam Thielen is also joining the channel. The two-time Pro Bowler will co-host "Airing It Out" with Bob Papa Tuesdays from 10am-noon ET. Thielen retired earlier this year following a 13-year NFL career that included 10 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.

SiriusXM NFL Radio's existing roster includes Hall of Famers Tim Brown and Bill Polian, former NFL executives Pat Kirwan, Tom Telesco and Ran Carthon and numerous former players and coaches.

During the season, "NFL Sunday Drive" will continue Sundays from noon-8pm ET with Steve Torre and Bill Lekas providing scores and highlights, moving listeners among live game broadcasts and conducting postgame interviews.

Riverfront Closes on Six South Dakota Stations

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 4:38pm CT

Riverfront Broadcasting

Riverfront Broadcasting has closed on its acquisition of six South Dakota radio stations from Connoisseur Media, expanding the company's portfolio of locally focused stations in the region.

The transaction includes KDLO-FM, KIXX-FM, KSDR-AM, KSDR-FM and KWAT-AM in Watertown, along with KKSD-FM in Milbank.

Riverfront Broadcasting is headed by Doyle and Carolyn Becker and operates radio and digital media properties serving smaller communities across South Dakota and Minnesota.

Seller Connoisseur Media, headed by Jeffrey Warshaw, operates more than 160 stations across dozens of U.S. markets.

The Watertown stations include KDLO-FM at 96.9, KIXX-FM at 96.1, KSDR-AM at 1480, KSDR-FM at 92.9 and KWAT-AM at 950. KKSD-FM in Milbank operates at 104.3.

Kalil & Co. served as the exclusive broker for the transaction. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Tommy Castor Named iHeart Salt Lake City President

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 1:51pm CT

Tommy Castor

iHeartMedia has named Tommy Castor Market President for its Salt Lake City cluster, effective immediately. Castor will oversee KAAZ-FM, KJMY-FM, KNRS-FM, KNRS-AM, KODJ-FM and KZHT-FM. In the role, he will lead the market's business strategy, revenue growth and client partnerships while overseeing the company's local organization. He will report to Glynn Alan, Area President for iHeartMedia Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.

"We are thrilled to have Tommy join the Salt Lake City team," said Alan. "His winning track record, industry expertise, and commitment to excellence make him a tremendous addition to iHeartMedia."

Castor moves to Salt Lake City from Audacy Wichita, where he most recently served as Senior Vice President/Market Manager. He previously served as Vice President of Sales for the cluster.

The appointment marks a return to iHeartMedia for Castor, who spent 10 years with the company's Wichita operations from 2008 to 2018. He began his career at Entercom and is a graduate of Southwestern College in Winfield, KS.

"I'm honored to join the iHeartMedia team in Salt Lake City and lead such a talented group of professionals," Castor said. "This market has an incredible media landscape and strong community connections."

Castor added that he plans to build on the Salt Lake City cluster's existing success while positioning iHeartMedia as a leading media partner for advertisers in the market.

Nueva Network Expands Leadership, Sales Team

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 10:41am CT

Jeffery Liberman

Nueva Network has promoted Jeffery Liberman to CEO and COO as the Spanish-language media company expands its leadership, digital capabilities and regional sales operations. In his expanded role, Liberman will help guide Nueva Network's strategic direction and operations, including its national Spanish-language audio network, owned-and-operated radio stations, digital business and presence in key U.S. markets.

The company also announced several additions to its sales organization. Karl Alonso Meyer joins as Executive Vice President of Sales & Strategic Partnerships, charged with strengthening agency relationships and driving network revenue. Meyer has more than 35 years of media experience, including senior executive positions with Entravision Communications and Univision.

Ben Alexander will become Executive Vice President, Digital Sales, effective September 14. He will oversee Nueva Network's digital sales and multiplatform initiatives. Alexander's background includes national and local digital sales, programmatic advertising and multicultural media strategy at Univision, Time Inc./People en Espanol and Zeta Global.

Nueva Network is also expanding its regional sales presence. Ilsy Bu joins as Account Executive in Washington, DC, focusing on local direct business and brand partnerships. Her more than 15 years of experience includes positions with El Tiempo Latino-The Washington Post and Entravision's Univision affiliate in Washington.

Diego Roessler joins the company's Northeast regional team as Account Executive in Boston. He brings more than 20 years of sales experience, including consultative sales, new business development and client relationship management.

"We are thrilled to expand our team with such exceptional talent as we continue to scale our network footprint, our owned and operated radio stations, and digital capabilities," Liberman said.

Salem Media Elevates Marcus, Montijo to SVP Roles

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 2:08pm CT

Salem Media

Salem Media has promoted company veterans Autumn Marcus and Monica Montijo to expanded senior leadership roles overseeing its finance and accounting operations.

Marcus has been named Senior Vice President, Finance and Strategic Planning, while Montijo has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Controller and Accounting. Both will report directly to CEO David Santrella.

"Salem is entering an important new chapter, and Autumn and Monica will be key members of the leadership team helping us shape it," Santrella said. "They know Salem and our businesses extremely well, and I have tremendous confidence in both of them and the teams they lead."

Marcus previously served as Senior Vice President of Finance and has played an increasing role in Salem's financial planning and analysis. In her expanded position, she will oversee financial planning and work with the company's leadership to align financial performance with strategic and operational priorities.

Montijo, previously Salem's Controller, has overseen the company's accounting and financial reporting functions. Her new position expands her leadership responsibilities across Salem's accounting organization.

Together, Marcus and Montijo will lead Salem's finance and accounting teams, with an increased emphasis on providing analysis and financial insight to support the company's operating businesses and strategic initiatives.

"We want our finance and accounting teams to be strong partners with our operating leaders and help us make better decisions across the business," Santrella said. "Autumn and Monica have the experience and knowledge of Salem to do exactly that."

Skyview Networks Names Liz Stillman VP of Sales

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 10:35am CT

Liz Stillman

Skyview Networks has named Liz Stillman Vice President, Sales, with responsibility for network audio sales and new client development across agencies and advertisers. Stillman brings more than 25 years of media and advertising experience to the company, including expertise in network audio sales and agency sales for national media brands.

In her new role, Stillman will work to expand Skyview's network audio sales portfolio, strengthen relationships with agencies and audio investment teams and develop integrated programs combining the company's network and affiliate reach with customized brand initiatives.

"She knows the audio business, how agencies plan and how to open a door that has never been opened before," said Skyview Networks President, CEO and Chairman Steve Jones. "Bringing Liz to Skyview is an investment not only in revenue growth, but also in the long-term strength of the relationships that will continue to drive our business forward."

Stillman said network audio continues to offer advertisers the ability to reach national audiences at scale in a trusted environment.

"Skyview has the reach, station partnerships and technology to deliver that, and I am looking forward to opening those conversations and building programs that deliver measurable results," she said.

MIW Opens 2026-27 Behind The Mic Mentorship

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 0:01am CT

Behind The Mic Mentorship

Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW) has opened applications for the fourth annual "Behind The Mic Mentorship," a year-long program designed to help advance the careers of emerging female on-air talent.

The program is open to female personalities with at least three to five years of experience in a local or national on-air role. One personality working in a U.S.-based music format will be selected for the 2026-27 mentorship.

The selected mentee will receive individualized mentoring and direct access to accomplished industry professionals for one-on-one conversations, career guidance and professional development. The program also includes an opportunity to attend Radio Show 2027 in Las Vegas in April.

"One of MIW's greatest strengths is the incredible bench of female leadership across our organization and the willingness of those women to invest in the next generation," said MIW Board President Sheila Kirby.

Kirby said Behind The Mic puts that experience to work by connecting rising talent with women who have built successful careers in radio and can provide guidance on advancing in the industry.

"MIW is all about creating meaningful opportunities, opening doors and ensuring talented women have the support and relationships they need to keep moving forward," she added.

Applications are being accepted through Wednesday, September 30.

Radio Dubuque GM Perry Mason to Retire

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 2:46pm CT

Perry Mason

Longtime Radio Dubuque General Manager Perry Mason is retiring after more than four decades with the Iowa radio group. Mason began his career with the company in October 1985 at Hot AC KATF (92.9 KAT FM) and eventually rose to General Manager of Radio Dubuque, which also operates KDTH-AM (1370), WVRE (101.1 The River) and KGRR (97.3 The Rock).

A Dubuque native and graduate of Hempstead High School, Mason has spent more than 40 years in local broadcasting while also becoming closely involved with community initiatives honoring military members and veterans.

Mason was a driving force behind Dubuque's annual Fireworks & Airshow Spectacular and Honor Flight of Dubuque and the Tri-States. His work on behalf of veterans and the community earned him the Telegraph Herald's 2025 First Citizen Award.

Radio Dubuque co-owner Marty Schibbelhut will take over leadership of the radio group following Mason's retirement.

Mike Couchman Named Pillar Media Programming Chief

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 31, 2026 | 2:40pm CT

Mike Couchman

Pillar Media has named Mike Couchman Chief Programming Officer, overseeing programming for the company's five-station group, effective November 16. Couchman will oversee WAWZ (Star 99.1), WAKW (Star 93.3), KSRC (Star 101.5), KFCO (The New Flo 107.1) and KPOF (AM 910). He will be based at Pillar Media's Aurora office.

Couchman joins Pillar Media after serving as Operations Manager for Gateway Creative Communications in St. Louis, overseeing the BOOST Radio Network, KLJY (99.1 JOY FM) and KLJT (88.1 WorshipOne).

During his tenure at Gateway, Couchman helped create BOOST Radio and expand it from a single St. Louis signal into a national network heard on 25 signals across the U.S. He also played a role in the growth of KLJY, which became one of St. Louis' highest-rated stations.

Couchman brings more than 30 years of broadcasting experience across multiple formats, including 26 years in Christian radio programming.

"Serving with the team at BOOST Radio/JOY FM/WorshipOne has been an incredible privilege," Couchman said. "I'll always be grateful for what God allowed me to be part of. I'm also excited to see what He's doing at Pillar Media and honored to be part of what He has in store next."

Pillar Media Executive Director Art Garza said Couchman's "experience, programming expertise, heart and vision align with our mission," adding that the company believes he is equipped to lead its programming team forward.

Couchman succeeds Matt Stockman, who recently announced plans to pursue radio and nonprofit consulting full-time. Stockman will remain with Pillar Media during the transition.

"I am incredibly proud of the programming team at Pillar Media," Stockman said. "Entrusting their next chapter to another leader isn't easy, but I am so excited for the future of our stations with Mike Couchman at the helm."

Howard Stern Expands SiriusXM Show to HBO Max

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 31, 2026 | 10:58am CT

Howard Stern

Howard Stern will return to SiriusXM for a new season of "The Howard Stern Show" on September 14, while expanding the program's reach through a new partnership with HBO Max. New episodes will air live Mondays on SiriusXM, with adapted video versions debuting Thursdays on HBO Max beginning September 17. The agreement will expand distribution of Stern's show worldwide through the streaming platform.

Under the new arrangement, Stern will continue producing his live radio show from SiriusXM, while 40 cameras capture the program for an edited, streamable version on HBO Max. The streaming edition will also feature periodic additional content.

The partnership follows Stern's 2022 interview with Bruce Springsteen, which was presented as an HBO television special. Stern has been with SiriusXM for more than 20 years and has agreed to continue producing his exclusive live show for the satellite radio company through 2028.

"There's simply no one like Howard, and the start of his new season is another exciting chapter in an extraordinary run," said SiriusXM President and Chief Content Officer Scott Greenstein. "For more than two decades at SiriusXM, he's continued to evolve, surprise audiences and deliver the kind of conversations and moments that only Howard can."

Greenstein said SiriusXM was pleased Stern chose to continue with the company through 2028 and called the HBO Max collaboration "a compelling new video version of his show."

Stern's return September 14 will also bring changes to his longtime SiriusXM Howard 100 channel. The new lineup will include "Wrap Up Wednesday," an expanded version of "Howard's Wrap Up Show" hosted by Gary Dell'Abate and Jon Hein, along with additional opportunities to hear programs from Stern's extensive archives.

SiriusXM is also expanding the Howard Stern section of its app with "Howard Stern Decades," providing access to Stern content from or about the 1980s, '90s, 2000s and 2010s.

Stern's regular on-air team includes Robin Quivers, Fred Norris and Dell'Abate. Recent guests have included Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, Eric Andre, Nikki Glaser, Kate Hudson, David Spade, Sting and Shaggy, Eddie Vedder and others.

Hunter Deeley Named FCC Enforcement Bureau Chief

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 31, 2026 | 2:22pm CT

Hunter Deeley

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has appointed Hunter Deeley as Chief of the agency's Enforcement Bureau, elevating the bureau's Chief of Staff and Deputy Bureau Chief to its top post. Deeley succeeds Patrick Webre, who will remain with the FCC in a senior role in the Office of Managing Director.

"I am pleased that Hunter has agreed to step up and lead the exceptional and dedicated Enforcement Bureau team," Carr said. "I'm confident that under his leadership the team will continue to deliver great wins for the American people from robocall enforcement to rooting out fraud to national security administration."

Carr also thanked Webre for his service leading the bureau.

During his tenure with the Enforcement Bureau, Deeley has supervised enforcement matters involving national security risks and coordinated with law enforcement agencies and U.S. Intelligence Community partners.

Before joining the FCC, Deeley served with the U.S. Department of Justice's National Security Division in its Foreign Investment Review Section. His work included matters before the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States and Team Telecom. He received multiple Assistant Attorney General Awards for Excellence during his tenure.

Deeley also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia, working in its General Crimes and National Security sections.

He is a graduate of the University of Virginia and American University Washington College of Law.

Zoellner's KRMG, Mix 96.5 Swap Frequencies in Tulsa

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 31, 2026 | 11:07am CT

Zoellner Media Group

Zoellner Media Group has completed a frequency swap involving two of its Tulsa radio stations, moving News/Talk KRMG to 96.5 FM and Hot AC KRAV (Mix 96.5) to 102.3 FM. The changes took effect at 5am Monday, August 31. Programming, personalities and other content on both stations remain unchanged despite their new dial positions.

Zoellner Media Group said the realignment places each brand on a signal footprint that more closely matches the audience it serves while creating additional opportunities for advertisers throughout the Tulsa market and surrounding communities.

"This is a very positive move for our listeners and our advertising partners," said Zoellner Media Group President and General Manager Steve Hunter. "The new frequency positions give both stations an opportunity to reach more of the audiences they are built to serve, while also giving our advertisers increased reach and stronger opportunities to connect with consumers across the market."

Hunter said the move is intended to make the stations "better, more accessible and more valuable" to listeners and businesses.

Zoellner Media Group owner Dr. Robert Zoellner said the frequency changes are part of the company's broader investment in local radio and its Tulsa brands.

"Local radio has always had a unique ability to bring people together, and that is something we are deeply committed to preserving and growing," Zoellner said. "We believe strongly in the future of local radio, and we're excited about what these new signals mean for our listeners, our advertisers and our community."