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iHM/Las Vegas Names MoJoe Roberts SVP of Programming
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 10:35am CT |
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iHeartMedia elevates MoJoe Roberts to Senior Vice President of Programming for its cluster in Las Vegas, effective immediately. In his new role, Roberts will oversee programming and operations for KWNR (95.5 The Bull), KSNE (Sunny 106.5), KYMT (93.1 The Mountain), and REAL 103.9. Prior to joining iHeartMedia, Roberts served as Country Format Captain for Alpha Media, overseeing 38 Classic Country brands.
Roberts, who joined iHeartMedia in 2020 as Program Director for 95.5 The Bull, brings nearly three decades of multi-format programming experience to the role. In addition to his new responsibilities, he will continue as on-air midday host, Format Center talent heard in markets including Minneapolis, Austin, Phoenix, and Denver, and as Country Format Team Lead for iHeartMedia.
"MoJoe has played a pivotal role in driving 95.5 The Bull's ratings success and overall market growth," said Glynn Alan, Market President for iHeartMedia Las Vegas. "His promotion to Senior Vice President of Programming is a testament to his exceptional leadership."
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to grow with the company in a city I love," said Roberts. "A big thank you to iHeart for their trust and belief in me to lead the Las Vegas team."
ESPN Los Angeles Ups Tommy Lam to Market Manager
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 1:57pm CT |
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Good Karma Brands promotes Tommy Lam to Market Manager of KSPN (ESPN Los Angeles), effective immediately. He brings more than 20 years of experience in media, brand strategy, and integrated marketing. Lam most recently served as General Sales Manager and Senior Director of Marketing for ESPN Los Angeles, where he drove revenue growth, forged strategic partnerships, and lead multi-platform marketing efforts.
"Tommy's deep roots in the Los Angeles media landscape, combined with his passion for building brands and connecting with the community, make him the ideal leader for ESPN LA," said Sam Pines, Senior Vice President of Good Karma Brands and former market manager of ESPN LA. "He has excelled at leading teammates across sales, marketing, and support, serving as a strong conduit between those areas and the content team. His proven track record of innovation and results will continue to elevate the brand's reach and impact with fans and partners."
"I am honored to take on this role and continue building on ESPN LA's momentum," Lam added. "Los Angeles is one of the most dynamic sports markets in the world, and I'm excited to work with our talent team to deliver outstanding experiences for our fans, partners, and teammates."
Triton Digital Launches Enhanced Podcast Ranker
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 9:53am CT |
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Triton Digital has unveiled a major update to its U.S. Podcast Ranker, introducing a new suite of audience intelligence tools designed to help advertisers and agencies better target their ideal podcast audiences. The enhancements include a Top 200 Podcasts list ranked by unique listeners aged 18 plus.
It also includes rankings of top podcasts for reaching specific high-value segments, such as income level, behaviors, and purchase intent along with detailed genre-level audience profiles.
These tools are available now with the Q2 2025 update at tritonrankers.com and will be refreshed quarterly. Triton will continue to publish its traditional monthly download ranker to provide volume-based insights.
The new data comes from Triton's Demos+ survey, developed in collaboration with Signal Hill Insights, combining self-reported reach data with demographic and consumer behavior profiling. This approach delivers a more complete view of podcast audiences by going beyond raw download metrics.
"We built Demos+ to surface the types of insights advertisers need, but haven't had consistent access to in audio," said Daryl Battaglia, SVP, Measurement Products & Strategy at Triton Digital. "It's about who listeners are, what motivates them, and why they tune in."
Top 10 Podcasts by Reach (Demos+ Survey):
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- The Daily - The New York Times
- Crime Junkie - audiochuck
- Call Her Daddy - SiriusXM Podcasts
- SmartLess - SiriusXM Podcasts
- This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
- Dateline NBC - NBC News
- Stuff You Should Know - iHeart Audience Network
- This American Life - NPR
- The Breakfast Club - iHeart Audience Network
- Comedy: 42.1%
- News: 27.3%
- Society & Culture: 23.4%
- NPR News Now - NPR
- Up First from NPR - NPR
- Stuff You Should Know - iHeart Audience Network
- iHeart Audience Network
- NPR
- Audacy Podcast Network
According to Triton, focusing solely on the Top 50 podcasts limits reach to just 49% of monthly podcast consumers. However, 84% report listening to podcasts beyond the Top 50, meaning broader investment is key to unlocking the full market potential. The Demos+ ranker helps identify these shows and the diverse audiences they attract.
Each podcast in the Top 200 is ranked by the number of survey respondents who reported listening to it in the past 30 days, offering what Triton calls the "largest available full-market view" of true podcast reach. Triton's updated ranker aims to empower marketers with better targeting tools and support publishers in showcasing their full value to advertisers.
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Bustos Media to Acquire KXXO/Olympia from 3 Cities
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 3:51pm CT |
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Bustos Media Holdings has signed an agreement to acquire AC KXXO-FM (Mixx 96.1) in Olympia, WA from 3 Cities Inc. An application has been filed with the FCC, and 3 Cities will continue to operate the station until the transaction receives regulatory approval. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
3 Cities, Inc., led by David Rauh and Toni C. Holm, launched KXXO in 1990 and has operated it as a locally owned station for 35 years. The company highlighted its long-running partnership with the Little Red Schoolhouse Project, which has provided school supplies to local families through annual radiothons.
Bustos Media Holdings, headed by Amador Bustos, owns 12 other stations in Washington and 14 more across Oregon, California, and Arizona. KXXO operates with 37 kW and puts a distant signal into Seattle.
Kalil & Co., Inc. served as the exclusive broker.
Salem Media Group Appoints New Board Chairman
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 2:09pm CT |
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Salem Media Group has named Richard A. von Gnechten as Chairman of the Board, with responsibilities that include overseeing board and annual stockholder meetings. He succeeds Edward G. Atsinger III, who will retain the title of Executive Chairman and continue to oversee company operations through December 31, 2025.
Von Gnechten joined Salem's Board of Directors in January and brings nearly three decades of senior financial leadership in both the public and private sectors. He currently serves as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Gift Strategist at WaterStone, a Christian donor-advised fund provider.
His career includes ten years as CFO/COO of a registered investment advisor, where he helped grow assets under management from $400 million to $1.2 billion. He also previously ran an executive consulting firm, served as CFO for multiple companies, and held senior roles in corporate finance, capital-raising, strategic planning, and transaction support.
Von Gnechten holds an MBA from Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business, completed Stanford's Financial Management Program, and earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Denver.
BMI, RMLC Reach Settlement with Historic Rate Increase
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 2:21pm CT |
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Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) and the Radio Music License Committee (RMLC) have reached a settlement in their long-running rate court proceeding, the two organizations announced today. The new agreement, which is retroactive to January 1, 2022, delivers what BMI described as the largest rate increase it has ever secured from the radio industry.
The deal reflects BMI's market-leading share of music performed on U.S. radio stations and ensures higher royalty payments for songwriters.
"BMI sought a rate that reflected our market-leading share of the music performed on radio stations across the country, and I'm pleased to say we achieved our largest rate increase ever for the radio industry," said Mike O'Neill, President & CEO of BMI. "This new deal ensures BMI's songwriters will be more fairly compensated for the performance of their music on this incredibly important platform. Negotiation is always better than litigation, and we're pleased to have worked together with the RMLC to achieve this outcome."
On behalf of radio broadcasters, RMLC Chairman Ed Atsinger emphasized that the agreement provides stability while avoiding prolonged litigation. "We are pleased to have reached an amicable agreement with BMI, which is indicative of how strongly the radio industry values its partnerships with songwriters. Furthermore, we feel that this agreement provides the radio industry with the ability to plan for the long-term while avoiding substantial litigation costs and uncertainties associated with the rate court process."
The settlement marks the resolution of a contentious negotiation process, establishing new royalty terms for U.S. radio broadcasters and BMI-affiliated songwriters and publishers.
SiriusXM to Air 97 Live Games in College Football Week One
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 10:43am CT |
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SiriusXM is kicking off the 2025 college football season with wall-to-wall coverage, announcing it will broadcast 97 live games between August 23 and September 1. The schedule includes matchups featuring every team ranked in the Associated Press Top 25, as well as many others across major conferences.
Among the marquee Week One games are three top-10 clashes: No. 1 Texas visits No. 3 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium on August 30 at noon ET; No. 4 Clemson hosts No. 9 LSU in a primetime showdown at 7:30pm ET the same day; and No. 6 Notre Dame heads to No. 10 Miami on August 31 at 7:30pm ET. Another notable storyline will be Bill Belichick's debut as head coach of North Carolina, as the Tar Heels face TCU on September 1 at 8pm ET.
Throughout the season, SiriusXM will continue to offer college football coverage with dozens of weekly live broadcasts from the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, ACC, and other conferences, along with games involving Notre Dame, Army, Navy, and HBCU programs.
In addition to live game action, fans can follow daily coverage on SiriusXM College Sports Radio (channel 84), which features news, analysis, and interviews from a lineup of former players, coaches, and award-winning hosts.
Former Florida State and Texas A&M head coach Jimbo Fisher returns for weekly appearances, joining "Off Campus" every Tuesday at 3pm ET alongside Manuel and Hester, both of whom played under Fisher during their college careers.
SiriusXM's analyst team also features Jake Butt, Bobby Carpenter, Chris Doering, Anthony Herron, Damian Harris, Aaron Murray, Geoff Schwartz, Alyssa Lang, Gino Torretta, Fozzy Whittaker, Holly Rowe, and others.
AnalyticOwl Launches AI-Powered Advertising Platform
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 2:27pm CT |
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AnalyticOwl has introduced Owl.Media, a new platform designed to transform the way broadcast and digital media are bought, sold, managed and measured. The company said the system, developed over the past year, streamlines outdated processes and integrates artificial intelligence across every stage of advertising transactions.
Owl.Media combines on-air broadcast and digital inventory into a single ecosystem, supported by AnalyticOwl's existing demand-side platform, OwlDSP. The platform allows advertisers and agencies to manage campaigns directly, placing media from broadcaster inventory alongside digital offerings that include streaming TV, online video, display, digital out-of-home and digital audio. The system eliminates traditional paperwork and manual entries, automating reporting, attribution and payment processing.
The platform incorporates AI features that guide media placement, assist in commercial creation, and provide unified campaign analytics with actionable recommendations. It also includes an AI-powered help system that supports both sales representatives and advertisers in real time. AnalyticOwl said the design requires no prior digital or AI experience, with campaign placement and measurement handled through a simplified interface.
While the system gives advertisers self-service access, it also functions as a tool for broadcaster sales teams to develop proposals and strategies with clients. This dual use, the company said, strengthens the consultative sales process while improving efficiency.
"We believe Owl.Media is the future of advertising," said David Ballinger, founder of AnalyticOwl. "It replaces decades-old, manual workflows with a single, intelligent, and easy-to-use AI-based system. The efficiency gains for broadcasters are immense, and for advertisers, it delivers a level of control, convenience and transparency they've never had before."
Ballinger added that the platform represents a major step in uniting digital and broadcast advertising. "For the first time, a broadcaster's entire digital and over-the-air product suite can be sold and measured in one place," he said. "It's about making it easier for advertisers to do business with broadcasters, and in doing so, unlocking new revenue streams and opportunities for the entire industry."
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FCC Chairman Carr Announces New Special Assistant
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 2:30pm CT |
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr appoints Courtney Cowper as a Special Assistant in his office, where she will oversee administrative operations, scheduling, and travel arrangements.
"I am very pleased that Courtney has agreed to join the FCC as a Special Assistant in my office," Carr said. "Courtney brings a breadth of experience in project and organizational management, including in the tech space, which will serve her well in this role. She will be an instrumental part of our team, working to support the FCC's work and deliver great results for the American people."
Cowper joins Carr's office with nearly a decade of experience in the technology and telecommunications policy sector. Most recently, she managed Honeywell's Technology Experience Center in Washington, DC. She previously served as a Director at Glen Echo Group, where she oversaw creative deliverables, client relations, and major policy gatherings for government, industry, and advocacy partners.
''Stolen Voices of Dole Valley'' Podcast Premieres
RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 2:16pm CT |
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A new true crime series, "Stolen Voices of Dole Valley," debuts August 19, exploring the story of a serial killer who preyed on young women in the Pacific Northwest during the 1970s. The nine-part podcast is produced by Pie In the Sky Media, KSL Podcasts, and Lemonada Media, and hosted by journalist Carolyn Ossorio.
The series recounts how hitchhiking, once common among teens, became a deadly risk as a predator abducted, tortured, and murdered his victims. While some survivors escaped, many crimes went under reported and remain unresolved. The podcast centers on survivors and grieving families who continue to seek justice, giving voice to those who were long overlooked.
Ossorio, who previously hosted "The Shadow Girls," brings a personal connection to the project. A child survivor of a violent assault herself, she says her motivation is rooted in giving victims the recognition they were denied. "These victims were dismissed as 'bad girls,' but they were victims of a serial killer. They, too, were silenced by a system that didn't prioritize their voices," she said.
Tanya Vea, President and COO of Bonneville International, called the podcast an important effort to raise awareness. "By sharing these stories, we are helping to raise awareness of the victims' experiences and the ongoing fight for justice," Vea said. Lemonada Media CEO Jessica Cordova Kramer added that the series is "more than a true crime story, as it gives a voice to the victims who were silenced and shines a light on their lives and the injustices they endured."
The series is available now at kslpodcasts.com and on all major podcast platforms.
98 Rock Elevates Justin Johnson to Program Director
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 9:43am CT |
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WIYY-FM (98 Rock) in Baltimore appoints Justin Johnson as Program Director, effective September 1. Johnson, who joined the station in 2023 as Assistant Program Director, succeeds longtime PD Rick Strauss, who is retiring. He previously served as Program Director at iHeartMedia's WEBN in Cincinnati from 2019 to 2023, where he also coordinated branding for iHeart's national Rock platform.
In his new role, Johnson will oversee all programming for the heritage Rock outlet, including weekday shows such as Justin, Scott and Spiegel in mornings, Amelia in middays with the "40-minute rock block," and afternoons with Kirk and Marianne. He will also manage broadcast content tied to the station's exclusive partnerships with the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles.
"Justin is the ideal successor to Rick Strauss," said 98 Rock President & General Manager Dan Joerres. "His extensive multi-market experience, combined with his deep understanding of our brand and audience, positions him perfectly to build on 98 Rock's legacy of entertaining Baltimore for years to come."
Calling the opportunity "an incredible honor and a dream come true," Johnson said he looks forward to guiding the station's next chapter. "With its remarkable legacy, alongside exclusive partnerships with the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles, I am thrilled to lead this exceptionally talented team as we further elevate 98 Rock's iconic brand."
Eastlan Ratings Expands Into Five New Markets
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 4:39pm CT |
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Eastlan Ratings announced it will expand into five additional markets this fall, marking a period of record growth for the company. The new markets include Bryan-College Station, TX; Burlington, VT; Montpelier-Barre, VT; Myrtle Beach, SC; and Savannah, GA.
The latest expansion comes after Eastlan added 10 new markets over the past year. Among the broadcasters making the switch to Eastlan are Dick Broadcasting, Hall Communications, Morgan Murphy Media, and Vox AM/FM/Digital.
"There is unquestionable momentum to adopt an audience measurement tool that mirrors the dynamics of today's radio industry," said Eastlan President Mike Gould. "Radio deserves a currency that gives full credit for the real size of their audience, buyers deserve to see a full picture of the market and the price of the research has to match where radio is today. Large company or small, public or private, PPM market or not-it doesn't matter anymore, radio broadcasters are telling us the old way no longer works. We are honored that broadcasters are asking us to be a part of their future."
Gould added that Eastlan takes seriously its responsibility to serve as an unbiased advocate for the vitality of radio broadcasting.
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Podcasts Account for One-Fifth of Ad-Supported Audio
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 3:30pm CT |
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Nielsen has released its latest Podcasting Today report, highlighting continued growth in podcast listening and advertising effectiveness. According to the report, podcasts represent 19% of daily ad-supported audio time among U.S. adults, second only to radio at 64%.
Among younger audiences, the share is even higher-listeners aged 18-34 spend 32% of their daily ad-supported audio time with podcasts. Hispanic listeners also over-index, with 24% of their audio time going to podcasts, compared to 12% among Black listeners.
The report also features Edison Research's Top 50 U.S. podcast rankings for Q2 2025. The top 10 shows based on weekly reach (P13 plus) were:
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- Crime Junkie
- The Daily
- Call Her Daddy
- This Past Weekend with Theo Von
- SmartLess
- Dateline NBC
- Stuff You Should Know
- This American Life
- New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce
On the advertising front, Nielsen's Podcast Brand Impact Database-built on nearly 2,000 case studies-shows that podcasts consistently deliver strong brand lift. Average campaign results include a 10-point lift in awareness, 8 points in information-seeking, and 6 points in purchase intent. Host-read ads remain particularly effective, with 62% of podcast listeners describing hosts as likeable and 37% calling podcast ads "interesting."
The findings underscore podcasts' growing role in the media landscape, both as a favored platform for younger and diverse audiences and as a reliable driver of advertising impact.
Media Monitors Expands Radio Ad Coverage Nationwide
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 2:26pm CT |
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Media Monitors, the commercial ad occurrence measurement firm, has announced two major enhancements designed to strengthen the role of AM/FM radio in media mix modeling and attribution analysis. This week's Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active Group blog features a piece from John Fix, formerly of P&G. It examines why this expansion is a breakthrough for AM/FM radio's performance in Media Mix Modeling.
The company expanded its radio ad monitoring market coverage from 106 to 250 markets, boosting national representation of as-run radio advertising. The move represents a 20% increase in average quarter-hour audience and a 22% lift in reach, with Media Monitors' footprint now covering 86% of U.S. AM/FM radio listeners.
In addition, Media Monitors will now retain audio files of all radio advertising indefinitely. This allows modelers to verify creative content and ensure accurate brand attribution, resolving longstanding data gaps caused by missing or blank ISCI codes.
Media mix modeling, a statistical tool used by advertisers to measure return on investment across media channels, has historically struggled to capture radio's impact due to reliance on planned rather than actual ad deliveries. By supplying as-run data with greater weekly variation, Media Monitors' updates are expected to improve accuracy and strengthen radio's performance in these models.
According to Nielsen benchmarks, AM/FM radio ranks second in return on investment among media channels, despite being widely perceived as lower performing. Industry analysts say the improved data inputs will help bridge the gap between perception and reality, supporting stronger advertiser confidence in radio.
Read the entire blog post here.
MediaCo Ups Brian Fisher to Chief Revenue Officer
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 10:09am CT |
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MediaCo promotes Brian Fisher to Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), effective immediately. In his new role, Fisher will oversee revenue strategy across the company's portfolio, including national and local sales for linear, audio, events, and digital platforms.
"Brian has been at the center of our growth story," said Albert Rodriguez, CEO of MediaCo. "In recent quarters, we've achieved record revenue, strengthened key partnerships, and entered new markets. We expect continued digital revenue momentum in the upcoming quarter, building on record results from Q2. Brian's leadership positions us well as we pursue our next phase of expansion."
Fisher previously served as Senior Vice President of Video Sales, where he led innovation across digital, linear, and advanced TV platforms. Under his leadership, MediaCo saw digital revenue climb 345% in the first half of 2025, with digital now representing 33% of total advertising income.
Before joining MediaCo, Fisher held senior leadership positions at Disney, Tribune, and McCann-Erickson, where he developed and scaled advertising solutions. A graduate of the University of Arizona, he is also recognized for his expertise in multicultural marketing.
"I'm honored to take on this role at such an exciting time for MediaCo," said Fisher. "We have an incredible opportunity to build on our momentum, expand our offerings, and deliver even greater value to our partners and audiences."
MediaCo owns the Don Cheto Radio Network along with 16 radio stations, including flagship New York outlets WBLS and WQHT (Hot 97). The portfolio also includes two digital Hispanic signals in New York and 12 stations acquired from Estrella Media in an all-stock deal completed earlier this year.
Most Local Radio Ads Miss Effectiveness Mark, Study Says
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 9:57am CT |
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A new study from yaman.AI reveals that 61% of locally produced radio commercials fail to meet effectiveness standards, with automotive and legal spots performing worst. The six-month review analyzed 5,693 commercials across 108 U.S. markets, including the top ten, and found that only 39% scored 8 or above on a 10-point scale measuring emotional resonance, brand recall, and clarity of call-to-action.
Automotive ads averaged just 5.0 on the scale, while legal spots fared worse at 4.0. Home improvement scored 6.0, healthcare 7.0, and retail 5.0. The analysis used AI tools to assess both creative execution and production quality.
Yaman Coskun, founder of yaman.AI and a former radio creative director, said the results highlight a troubling trend: "As radio stations nationwide grapple with AI adoption in creative departments, we're seeing a troubling decline in commercial quality. Radio's emotional power is built by humans for humans. AI should enhance creative talent, not replace it".
The report points to an increasing practice of radio leadership assigning creative AI tools directly to sales staff, bypassing professional creative teams, as a primary factor behind the decline.
To help improve ad quality, yaman.AI is offering its Local Spot Analyzer free to radio professionals. The tool allows users to upload a commercial and receive real-time effectiveness scoring. "The stakes are too high for ineffective advertising, especially when the industry is already struggling with spot revenue," Coskun said.
USF, Beasley Media Launch New Flagship Radio Partnership
RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 10:48am CT |
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The University of South Florida Athletics and Beasley Media Group have announced a multi-year radio partnership that will debut with the 2025-26 USF Athletics season. Under the agreement, Tampa Bay's WRBQ-FM (Q105) will become the flagship home of Bulls Football, delivering region-wide coverage.
The partnership also sets the stage for a Spanish-language broadcast of Bulls Football on W295CF (Playa 106.9 FM), beginning in 2026 with the possibility of selected games airing as early as the 2025 season. Additional USF Athletics programming will be carried on 1010 AM Alumni Radio, with promotional support from other Beasley stations in the market, including 92.5 Maxima, WiLD 94.1, 98.7 The Shark, and 99.5 QYK.
"As we enter a new era of college athletics, the University of South Florida is committed to expanding our reach and deepening our connection with Bulls fans," said USF Interim Vice President of Athletics Jay Stroman. "This exciting partnership with Beasley Media Group achieves both -- introducing a groundbreaking Spanish-language broadcast and leveraging one of the Bay area's most powerful, legacy FM signals to bring Bulls football to fans across the region."
Beasley Tampa Vice President and Market Manager Ron deCastro said, "This partnership is about more than just game coverage -- it's about connecting with fans, celebrating school pride, and expanding USF's reach across our diverse community, including through the historic launch of Spanish-language broadcasts on Playa 106.9."
Veteran broadcaster Jim Louk will return for his 29th season as the "Voice of the Bulls," joined by analyst and former USF/Green Bay Packers linebacker Sam Barrington, USF Athletics Senior Writer Joey Johnston on the sidelines, and engineer Brett Holcomb. Jim Lighthall and Darek Sharp will continue as primary basketball voices, with Sharp also hosting "BullsEye: The USF Coaches Show" alongside Johnston and Caylee Cottrell.
Football coverage will again feature a two-hour pregame show, with the first hour streaming on Bulls Unlimited and GoUSFBulls.com before the second hour and postgame show air on Q105 and Bulls Unlimited. Basketball broadcasts will remain available globally on Bulls Unlimited via the USF Bulls app and TuneIn Radio.
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