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Audacy Promotes Kieran Geffert to Senior Vice President and Market Manager in San Francisco

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Audacy Promotes Kieran Geffert to Senior Vice President and Market Manager in San Francisco

Audacy has announced the elevation of Kieran Geffert to the role of Senior Vice President and Market Manager in San Francisco.

Geffert joined CBS Radio in 1991 as a sales assistant at KCBS All News. She rose through the sales leadership ranks all the way to Vice President of Sales for the San Francisco and Sacramento markets.

Kieran Geffert replaces Stacey Kauffman, who departed Audacy San Francisco last month after serving in the role since July 2018.

“I am honored to step into this role. Having been part of this exceptional team for over three decades, I have witnessed firsthand the dedication, creativity and resilience that fuel our success,” said Geffert. “I am eager to lead our iconic brands and passionate team into this new chapter.”

“Kieran’s experience, leadership and deep engagement in the San Francisco market and with our team make her the perfect candidate to lead the team forward,” added Audacy Chief Operating Officer Susan Larkin. “We look forward to the continuing momentum and success she will bring to our team, listeners and advertisers across the Bay Area.”

In her new role, Geffert will oversee stations like KCBS All News, 95.7 The Game, Alice @ 97.3, 102 Jams, Live 105, and Channel Q.

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Locked On Podcast Network Launches NBA FAST Channel

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Locked On Podcast Network Launches NBA FAST Channel

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The Locked On Podcast Network has announced they are launching a new NBA FAST channel. The company says the new outlet will feature, “nonstop hoops coverage from the local experts of the Locked On Podcast Network.” The network is launching on YouTube, Local Now and Zeam. Programming will soon be available on Amazon Fire TV Channels as well.

The channel is now the sixth channel in the Locked On FAST lineup which also includes Locked On NFL, Locked On College Sports, Locked On Sports Today, Locked On Sports Atlanta, Locked On Sports Los Angeles.

The programming on the NBA FAST channel will include coverage from each team featuring local experts, daily episodes of Locked On Fantasy Basketball, Locked on NBA, Locked on NBA Big Board and more shows which will be added. There is also a new show, The Big 3 in 30 NBA which will cover the biggest stories from around the league each day. The network will also offer coverage specials for things like the NBA Draft.

The Locked On Podcast Network hit a major milestone recently. In October, the network did 37.5 million listens and views. This was over 3 million more than their previous record, which was set in September. 

Locked On is a network with more than 150 commercial sports podcasts and was started in 2016 by David Locke, the radio voice of the Utah Jazz.

Dennis Prager to Miss Time from Salem Radio Network Show After Medical Issue

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Dennis Prager to Miss Time from Salem Radio Network Show After Medical Issue

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Salem Radio Network host Dennis Prager has revealed he will miss time away from his nationally syndicated radio show after suffering from a medical issue.

On Wednesday, Prager revealed he was in the hospital after a Tuesday incident.

“On Tuesday morning, PragerU founder and our dear friend, Dennis Prager, suffered a serious back injury following a fall,” PragerU shared on social media, which was subsequently shared by the longtime radio host.

“He’s resting in a local Los Angeles hospital as doctors assess treatment options. We will keep you informed of his condition. In the meantime, Dennis welcomes the healing power of your prayers.”

Jennifer Horn filled in during The Dennis Prager Show — which airs from noon to 2 PM ET — on Tuesday. 660 AM The Answer host Mark Davis hosted the nationally syndicated show on Wednesday. Davis revealed that Bob Frantz and Carl Jackson would host the show for the remainder of the week.

Salem Radio Network Sets Coverage Plans for Inauguration of Donald Trump

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Salem Radio Network Sets Coverage Plans for Inauguration of Donald Trump

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Now that election day has come and passed, Salem Radio Network is moving on to Inauguration Day. It has set its plans for when Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.

White House correspondent Greg Clugston will lead the network’s coverage beginning at 11:30 AM ET on Monday, January 20th. Joining him will be Congressional correspondents Bob Agnew and Bernie Bennett.

The network will carry the swearing-in of Vice President-elect JD Vance. It will also air the oath of office being administered to President-elect Donald Trump and his inaugural address.

Salem Radio Network will continue coverage throughout the day leading up the inauguration with analysis and perspective from its list of hosts. Contributors like former Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA), Col. Robert Maginnis, and Townhall.com columnist Kurt Schlichter will all appear.

SRN VP of News & Talk Programming Tom Tradup believes it is another step in the network’s mission.

“Donald Trump’s election on November 5th represents the greatest political comeback in the history of the United States,” Tradup said. “Salem Radio Network’s live Inauguration Day coverage is part of SRN’s ongoing commitment to provide affiliates with Breaking News coverage 24/7.”

NewsNation, The Hill Names Former Fox News Exec Bill Sammon Senior Vice President of Washington DC Editorial Content

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NewsNation, The Hill Names Former Fox News Exec Bill Sammon Senior Vice President of Washington DC Editorial Content

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Nexstar Media Group has announced that Bill Sammon has been tabbed to serve as the Senior Vice President of Washington DC Editorial Content for The Hill and NewsNation.

Sammon joins the company after previously working as the Managing editor and Senior Vice President of News at Fox News where he was based in the nation’s capital. During his tenure at Fox News, Sammon oversaw the network’s productions of presidential debates and its decision desk.

He has more than 40 years of broadcast and journalism experience, working both in print journalism and television during his long tenure. Bill Sammon is also the author of six books on the office of the presidency, four of which were New York Times bestsellers

“I’m grateful for the chance to work with Nexstar’s incredible team of outstanding journalists,” said Sammon. “Last week they accurately informed the world who would win the presidency, and this week did the same with the House of Representatives—before any other news outlet—demonstrating yet again, Nexstar’s unwavering commitment to accurate, quality journalism.”

“We are excited to have Bill on board,” said NewsNation President of News and Politics Cherie Grzech. “Bill’s impeccable credentials as a  journalist are renowned, and he is the perfect leader to oversee the combined newsgathering operations of The Hill and NewsNation in Washington, D.C. Bill will be a tremendous addition to our team.” 

Sammon’s first day on the job will be on Monday, November 18th.

Joe Rogan Explains Why He Does Long Interviews: ‘I’m Gonna See the Pattern of the Way You Think’

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Joe Rogan Explains Why He Does Long Interviews: ‘I’m Gonna See the Pattern of the Way You Think’

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The Joe Rogan Experience was the center of the political universe in the final weeks of the 2024 election. After hosting Republicans Donald Trump and JD Vance, an interview with Democratic candidate Kamala Harris never materialized, for a variety of reasons. The comedian and podcaster shared some details about why it never came to fruition during a recent episode.

While speaking with fellow comedian and podcaster Theo Von, Rogan shared that the Harris campaign didn’t want the host to discuss marijuana legalization with the Vice President. He said he didn’t care, but did have an issue with the idea that she could only sit down for an hour.

In his opinion, Rogan says that one hour isn’t enough time to really get a good feel for who someone truly is.

“I feel like if you give someone a couple of hours when you start talking about anything, I’m gonna see the pattern of the way you think,” he said. “I’m gonna see the way you process ideas. I’m gonna see whether or not you’re calculated or whether you’re just free. Or are you comfortable with you? Or are you projecting things?”

Joe Rogan continued by noting that he believes the podcast environment is the best in humanizing people, especially high-profile political candidates.

“I always feel like the environment of debates, the environment of interviews on television, the environment of anything you’re doing in front of an audience, it’s so fake,” said Rogan. “It’s such a weird way to talk that you don’t get a sense of who the person is.”

Von, like Rogan, featured a sit-down interview with Donald Trump in the lead-up to the election. Joe Rogan commended the comedian for his conversation with the candidate, saying that it was both entertaining and informative.

WFAN Host Chris McMonigle Gets Surprise Call In from Jerry Seinfeld

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WFAN Host Chris McMonigle Gets Surprise Call In from Jerry Seinfeld

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As WFAN host Chris McMonigle and producer Paul Rosenberg discussed the NBA and the courts they are using for the NBA Cup, McMonigle brought up that it reminds him of the Seinfeld episode with the bright-red Kenny Rogers Roasters sign. After Rosenberg commented that the episode was “one of the few good Seinfeld episodes,” the two talked about their all-time favorite sitcoms.

Well, as it turns out, Jerry Seinfeld was listening, and he called in to weigh in on the subject at hand and talk a little sports. McMonigle was unsure if the person on the line was actually Seinfeld as he welcomed him on the air. It was only moments later you realize it is actually Jerry Seinfeld calling into the show.

“I love the show, I am not arrogant enough to think that everybody should like what I do, I just wanted you to know it doesn’t bother me, I’m ok with it,” Seinfeld said referencing what Rosenberg had said. “One out of two is fine for me and that’s all I wanted to say.”

Seinfeld would later add, “Look, we made 180 Seinfeld episodes. So, we made three good ones. We’re like the Giants. We’re 3–177.”

Seinfeld is known as a die-hard Mets fan, so McMonigle asked him about his thoughts on the season.

“You could make a pretty good argument that this season was the most magical Mets season, not counting the two World Series wins,” Seinfeld said. “It was a chemistry, and it was an energy, and it was an emotional thing of guys that weren’t supposed to be that good.”

Seinfeld would go on to ask McMonigle about the pain Yankees fans felt in the 5th inning of Game 5 the World Series when things began to unravel for the Yankees.

“Tell me about that. I wanna know, what did that feel like as a fan? …Your pain is my pleasure.”

In addition, as McMonigle and Seinfeld wrapped up the conversation, Seinfeld said, “Thank you for taking my call. Thank you for sticking up for me. I just want you to know my feelings were not hurt.”

99.1 PLR New Haven Turns Annoying Music Into Charity Dollars

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99.1 PLR New Haven Turns Annoying Music Into Charity Dollars

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Rocker 99.1 PLR New Haven, CT, successfully wrapped up its “Battle of the Box” fundraiser, raising nearly $52,000. This event, part of the “Chaz and AJ,” McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven Toy Drive, took place on November 7th and 8th.

Local celebrities participated by being confined in a plexiglass box while enduring a loop of repetitive music.

Hosted by morning show hosts Chaz and AJ, the event saw a strong turnout from various Connecticut media figures. Prominent personalities, including Caitlin Francis and Marcy Jones from WFSB, Dennis House of WTNH, and Matt Scott from FOX 61, participated by enduring two hours of tough audio challenges for a worthy cause.

Also joining were local YouTube creators Paulie & Bri, accompanied by their dog Koda and John Pierson of WTNH, who provided live reporting. East Haven Mayor Joseph Carfora was present, showing his support for the charitable initiative.

“We are beyond thrilled by the overwhelming support we received from our amazing listeners and partners,” said Chaz. “It’s a great way to kick off the toy drive and help families in need. Thanks to everyone who participated and donated; we’re one step closer to making this holiday season a little brighter for children in need in our community.”

Funds raised over two days of uplifting spirits and lively music will support the upcoming “Chaz and AJ,” McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven Toy Drive.

These contributions are designated to provide gifts and assistance to children in need, benefiting several local organizations, including BH Care, The Center for Family Justice, and the Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.

2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts Award Recipients Honored

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2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts Award Recipients Honored

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The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) honored renowned industry leaders for their lifetime achievements at the 2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony. The event was held on Tuesday, November 12th, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Gotham Hall in New York City.

During the annual ceremony, Hearst Television received the 2024 LABF Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award, recognizing the company’s ongoing dedication to preservation through its digitalization initiative.

The 2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts honorees include:

AL ROKER

Weather and Feature Anchor, TODAY and Co-Host, 3rd Hour of TODAY  

CHRISTINE BARANSKI

Two-time Tony and Emmy Award Winning Actress

MIKE MCVAY

President 

McVay Media Consulting   

PATRICIA C. (PATSY) SMULLIN

President and Owner

California Oregon Broadcasting, Inc.  

STEPHEN A. SMITH

Star of ESPN

NY Times Best Selling Author

Creator and Host of The Stephen A. Smith Show

STEVE JONES

President and Chief Executive Officer Skyview Networks   

WENDY MCMAHON 

CBS News and Stations & CBS Media Ventures (CMV). 

The event was sponsored by CBS News and Stations & CBS Media Ventures (CMV).

The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation, a non-profit organization, is committed to preserving broadcasting history while also reflecting current trends and shaping the industry’s future. The awards presentation honored the outstanding contributions of creators, innovators, leaders, performers, and journalists who have significantly influenced the radio and television broadcasting landscape.

The organization has honored nearly 300 leaders in broadcasting since the event’s 2003 inception.

Kenzie Lalonde Makes History as First Female NHL Play-by-Play Voice on TSN

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Kenzie Lalonde Makes History as First Female NHL Play-by-Play Voice on TSN

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Kenzie Lalonde, who has been part of TSN in Canada since 2021, is making history this season as the first woman to be a regular play-by-play voice for a Canadian hockey team and last night, she became the first female to do hockey play-by-play on TSN. Lalonde, who grew up in Ottawa, made her debut Tuesday as the Ottawa Senators played in Toronto against the Maple Leafs and she will handle several other broadcasts throughout the season.

Lalonde posted a picture of her family on the ice with the Ottawa Senators mascot when she was three years old. “If Sparty had whispered to this three-year-old girl that one day she would wake up on a Tuesday morning and call play-by-play for the Ottawa Senators, she wouldn’t have believed him,” she wrote on her X account. “I am incredibly excited to be in the booth tonight for my first Senators game on TSN.”

Lalonde will split the play-by-play for the team this season with Gord Miller and Matt Cullen. Former NHL goalie Jamie McLennan served as the analyst for Lalonde’s first game this season.

Lalonde is not the first woman to call hockey play-by-play for a national network, that distinction belongs to Leah Hextall, who became the first woman in Canada to call a national NHL game with Sportsnet in 2020. She later became the first female play-by-play broadcaster to be a regular part of a national NHL television package when she was hired by ESPN in 2021.

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