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WCBS 880 Hosts Farewell Special as Current and Former Hosts Say Goodbye to Audacy Station

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WCBS 880 Hosts Farewell Special as Current and Former Hosts Say Goodbye to Audacy Station

WCBS 880 hosted a three-hour news special Thursday morning and afternoon detailing its history as the Audacy station prepares to shutter early next week.

From 10 AM-1 PM, the station aired WCBS 880 News: The People, the Moments, and the Events That Shaped Our Lives, which featured a detailed history of some of the biggest moments heard on the New York all-news station since it completely flipped to the all-news format in 1967.

Anchors Wayne Cabot, Paul Murnane, and Brigitte Quinn helmed the news special, with dozens of current and former hosts, reporters, analysts, and contributors appearing in the special.

During the live program, a raucous party atmosphere could be heard in the background at times as staffers both celebrated and eulogized the demise of the venerable news brand.

Despite the shuttering of WCBS Newsradio 880, Audacy will continue to operate sister station 1010 WINS, which, like WCBS, features the all-news format.

The special airing today hosted by Cabot, Murnane, and Quinn will receive encore presentations later this weekend as the station prepares to make way for Good Karma Brands’ ESPN New York, which is set to debut on the signal at 12:01 AM Monday, August 26th.

BetQL Network Host Chelsa Messinger Signs Extension to Remain on The Daily Tip

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BetQL Network Host Chelsa Messinger Signs Extension to Remain on The Daily Tip

The Daily Tip host Chelsa Messinger has announced she’s signed a new contract to remain with the BetQL Network morning show.

Messinger hosts the show alongside Michael Jenkins from 6-9 AM ET on the sports betting radio network.

In a post to social media, Messinger said “Proud of my growth from the last 3 years … My favorite chapter so far. Excited to go into football season on a new contract, too.”

Messinger was the first woman hired by BetQL Network when it launched in early 2021.

Joe ‘JDub On The Radio’ Dobbins Is Out At Star 102.1 Knoxville

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Joe ‘JDub On The Radio’ Dobbins Is Out At Star 102.1 Knoxville

Joe “JDub On The Radio” Dobbins has been let go from SummitMedia’s Top 40 WWST (Star 102.1)/Knoxville. Dobbins was the PD and afternoon host.

Announcing the news on his Facebook page, Dobbins wrote, “After an incredible night, it’s sad to let everyone know I was let go from Star 102.1 today. I am very bummed out. I want to thank my former colleagues for the incredible time in Knoxville. I am officially on the beach; if any radio company is looking for a program director/on-air talent, please reach out. Knoxville it’s been an experience.”

Dobbins joined the station in March 2023. He previously served as a Program Director for Alpha Media in Lincoln, NE, and Louisville and for Cumulus Media in Youngstown, OH.

The Hill Sees Best Month Since January 2021 During July

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The Hill Sees Best Month Since January 2021 During July

July 2024 will be remembered for decades to come for its plethora of newsworthy events. Those major news stories led The Hill to its best performance since January 2021 in a variety of metrics.

According to Comscore, 47.4 million visitors utilized the digital platform across desktop, mobile, and social media. That figure represents a 32% year-over-year increase.

The digital outlet also saw a 60% increase in total monthly visits compared to July 2023.

Additionally, The Hill saw growth of 40% in its video metrics and also saw subscribers to its breaking news alerts up 360% compared to the same timeframe last year.

“As we wrap up a truly historic summer of news and a tremendous week of coverage from the DNC, we wanted to thank everyone for their exceptional work and share some of our big wins,” said Editor-in-Chief Bob Cusack and Senior Vice President/General Manager Joe Fuffolo said in a joint statement. “We should all be extremely proud of the excellent storytelling being delivered across the organization – from print to the site, to video, to live events, and new product experiences.

As we go into the fall, there is a lot of big work ahead around our election coverage, events, video, and our upcoming move later this month. But we wanted to take a moment to thank each of you for your time, hard work, ideas, and continued contributions. ‘We win as a team’ and our growth is only possible because of your talent and efforts.”

Mike Felger: ‘I Feel Horrible’ About Andy Gresh and Christian Fauria Losing Their Jobs at WEEI

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Mike Felger: ‘I Feel Horrible’ About Andy Gresh and Christian Fauria Losing Their Jobs at WEEI

The sports radio battle in Boston took a turn this week when Audacy’s WEEI made significant changes in its weekday lineup to find a way to get back in the race against Beasley Media Group’s 98.5 The Sports Hub. While The Greg Hill Show stayed as is in mornings, WEEI’s other two daytime shows have been completely revamped. Afternoon host Adam Jones is moving to middays with Rich Keefe and the new afternoon show will feature Andy Hart and Christian Arcand. Megan Ottolini, who had been with Jones in afternoons will stay with the station in a new role while Andy Gresh and Christian Fauria, who had been in middays, are out. During the Off Air Show Mike Felger does on Facebook live, he and Jim Murray talked about their competitor, or at least tried to.

The two did a few minutes on the topic, however, there was no audio coming through. By the time Felger realized there was no sound, they had just finished saying what they wanted to say about WEEI and the hosts whose lives had been disrupted with the changes.

As the audio came in you heard Felger replying to a comment seemingly about people who hope their competitors lose their jobs.

“You really go after someone’s job, their livelihood?” Felger asked. “They got families and f*** off. I hate that.”

It was at this point Felger went to look at the comments section to see if anyone had a specific question for him to answer on the topic and he realized most of what he had just said had not been heard. Reluctantly, he tried to recap what he had said.

“I feel bad,” he continued. “I feel horrible that anyone has lost jobs. I feel bad for Christian [Fauria] and [Andy] Gresh. They’ve been doing this a long time in this town. They both have been here a long, long time doing this thing, doing the thing that we do. And so, I don’t celebrate anyone losing a job.

“Never mind those guys. Never mind anyone. I think it sucks. And I feel bad for them and their families and all of that. And I wish Andy [Hart] and Christian [Arcand] luck and Jones and Keefe in the middays, that’s interesting. I’m still listening to [Zolak & Bertrand], but those two worked at night. That feels like an interesting pairing. I hope they make it.”

As Felger continued, he reiterated a stance he takes often, which is that what is good for radio is good for 98.5 The Sports Hub. “I hope everyone makes it,” he said. “I hope we’re number one and that we smoke it. But I hope that they make it, too, and that…they’re a viable, profitable radio station and that they have success and that there is successful sports radio in Boston. That’s what I’m rooting for. I’m definitely not rooting for someone to lose their job. it’s not my dog in the fight. But you know what I mean? I take no joy in it. I think it’s horrible and a s*** industry.”

1130 WISN Host Jay Weber Apologizes For Criticizing Son of Tim Walz

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1130 WISN Host Jay Weber Apologizes For Criticizing Son of Tim Walz

On Wednesday evening, video of Gus Walz, son of Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), went viral as he fought back tears during his father’s speech at the Democratic National Convention. 1130 WISN host Jay Weber criticized the teenager, leading to pushback from listeners and an apology from the Milwaukee host.

The 17-year-old suffers from a non-verbal learning disorder, anxiety disorder, and ADHD. The teenager cried as his father took the stage, and in a moment that went viral, shouted “That’s my dad!” when his father mentioned how much he loved his family.

In a post to social media, which has since been deleted, Jay Weber called the Walz’s son a “blubbering bitch boy.”

“Sorry, but this is embarrassing for both father and son. If the Walzs represent today’s American man, this country is screwed: ‘Meet my son, Gus. He’s a blubbering bitch boy. His mother and I are very proud’,” Weber wrote.

When listeners began to criticize the news/talk radio host, he recanted his statement.

“I didn’t realize the kid was disabled, and have taken the post down,” Weber wrote.

When another user said it was “generally just a good idea to leave candidates’ family members alone,” Weber concurred.

“I agree. In an X fever, I broke one of my own long-standing rules when I saw the video. I’ve said ‘the kids are off limits’ for decades, then fell into myself,” he admitted. “No excuses. Good reminder.”

During his defense, Weber argued that he’s “been challenging Walz on substance and character” since being named the Vice Presidential running mate atop the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris. “He’s a congenital liar who’s destroyed Minnesota in a number of ways.”

MRN Announcer Jeff Striegle to Retire After 2024 NASCAR Season

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MRN Announcer Jeff Striegle to Retire After 2024 NASCAR Season

MRN announcer Jeff Striegle has announced the 2024 NASCAR season will be his final one with the longtime racing broadcaster.

In a post to X, Striegle made the announcement, noting it was his decision to step away.

“I have made the decision that after 27 years with (MRN), this will be my last,” he wrote. “This journey has taken me to places and provided opportunities that I could have never imagined. I have memories that will last a lifetime and friends that I will miss dearly,” before adding that he’ll be in Daytona for the upcoming race this weekend.

Striegele works as the booth announcer for MRN broadcasts of the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series. He originally debuted in 1998.

In addition to his work with the radio network, Jeff Striegle is also the General Manager of Berlin Raceway near his home in Grand Rapids.

Lainey Wilson Is Audacy’s First ‘On The Record’ Country Artist

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Lainey Wilson Is Audacy’s First ‘On The Record’ Country Artist

Audacy is celebrating acclaimed Country superstar Lainey Wilson with “Lainey Wilson: On The Record.” This event marks the first time a Country artist has participated in Audacy’s new national album release franchise, which promotes the latest work from major music stars.

Listeners can tune in Sunday (8/25) to Audacy’s Country stations or the free Audacy app at 7:00 p.m. local time to hear Lainey play songs from her new album and share the stories behind them.

The “On The Record” series deepens the connection between artists and their fans, offering listeners up-close access to their favorite musicians. Past specials have featured Billie Eilish, Twenty One Pilots, and Camila Cabello.

Scott Roddy, VP/Country Programming and 103.7 KSON/San Diego Brand Manager, Audacy, said, “Lainey has been blowing Country fans away with the immense passion she pours into her artistry and relentless growth. We’re thrilled for her to expand the ‘On The Record’ franchise and cheer her on as she continues to pump out powerful projects like Whirlwind.” 

“On The Record” culminates in a “Whirlwind Weekend” celebrating Lainey for the release of her third studio album, Whirlwind, which will be available tomorrow. (8/23)

Chris Long Partners with BetMGM for ‘Green Light’ Podcast in Multiyear Deal

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Chris Long and his Green Light podcast are partnering with BetMGM in a multiyear deal that will render the platform as the presenting sponsor and exclusive sports betting partner of the show. Long and friends host the show, and it ranks among the most popular sports series in the marketplace with over 100 million monthly views across digital and social media platforms. The deal includes BetMGM-branded segments within the podcast, along with custom social media content and on-site activations during seminal moments on the sports calendar. Yote House Media, the media and production company founded by Long last year, houses the podcast and additional content.

The deal also results in Long being named the newest ambassador for BetMGM, taking on a role that also includes Kevin Garnett, Wayne Gretzky and Barry Sanders. The collaboration will include several fan and consumer engagement opportunities, leveraging the strengths of both Green Light and BetMGM. Over the years, the Green Light podcast has included in-depth interviews with key sports figures such as Jason Kelce, Shaquille O’Neal and Aaron Donald among others.

“I am beyond excited to announce ‘Green Light’s’ partnership with BetMGM as we near NFL kickoff,” Long said in a statement. “As the show has grown over the past couple of years, so has our ambition to elevate when it comes to building out new content and fan activations throughout the sports calendar year – and this partnership will allow us to do both and continue to engage more with our loyal listeners.”

Long is a former NFL player who took the field for 11 seasons and attained two Super Bowl championships with the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles. For his charity endeavors and social justice work, he was honored as the recipient of the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 2018. In addition to his podcast and media company, he founded the Chris Long Foundation, a global nonprofit organization that aims to provide clean water and education to underserved communities both in the United States and abroad.

Earlier in the year, the Green Light podcast partnered with Toyota at Super Bowl LVIII to air programs from the Toyota Tacoma Content Studio during the week. As part of that deal, Toyota worked with the podcast to create a charity challenge prompting NFL personalities and players to score in a trivia game during the week. In working with BetMGM, which currently operates in 29 markets across North America with mobile and retail offerings, the show will continue to utilize activations, along with other branded elements and content.

“Chris Long was a champion on the field and now he is a powerful and authentic voice in sports and culture,” Matt Prevost, chief revenue officer of BetMGM, said in a statement. “His style resonates with fans and we are excited to team up with Chris and his fantastic podcast.”

Barrett Media Convention Coverage: Democratic National Convention Day 3 Recap

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Barrett Media Convention Coverage: Democratic National Convention Day 3 Recap

The third night of the Democratic National Convention took place Wednesday from Chicago, with a bevy of speakers touching on a variety of topics from the main stage.

On the list of Wednesday’s speakers included former President Bill Clinton. Clinton, it appeared to a wide swath of attendees, went off script for a large portion of his speech.

The former President argued that the 2024 election is a choice between “For the People”, meaning Kamala Harris, and “me, myself, and I,” alluding to former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump.

“I know which one I like better for our country,” said Clinton.

He later encouraged voters to truly listen to the remarks Donald Trump makes during his campaign rallies.

“The next time you hear him, don’t count the lies, count the ‘I’s’,” he said. “His vendettas, his vengeance, his complaints, his conspiracies.”

Oprah Winfrey made a surprise appearance at the convention in her home city Wednesday evening. During her speech, she pushed back against the comments made by Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) who said the United States is being run by “a bunch of childless cat ladies.”

Winfrey said the comments show Vance is out of touch with average citizens, noting that there is a much more cohesive unity than people perceive.

“We are not so different from our neighbors,” said Oprah. “When a house is on fire, we do not ask about the homeowners’ race or religion. We don’t wonder who their partner is or how they voted. No. We just try to do the best we can to save them. And if the place happens to belong to a childless cat lady — well, we try to get that cat out, too … We wish our brothers and sisters well. And we pray for peace.”

Much of the reaction to Oprah’s speech was jokes about her past television history, while others weren’t as approving of the message.

The biggest speech of the evening at the Democratic National Convention was by Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), who has been tabbed as the Vice Presidential running mate for Kamala Harris.

The reaction of Gus Walz, the governor’s son, stepping onto the main stage went viral Wednesday evening, as the 17-year-old fought back tears as his father entered the convention.

During his speech, Walz argued that the Democratic Party is the party of freedom, stating that ““In Minnesota, we respect our neighbors and the choices that they make. And even if we wouldn’t make the same choices ourselves, we’ve got a golden rule: Mind your own damn business.”

He added “When we Democrats talk about freedom, we mean the freedom to make a better life for yourself and the people you love. Freedom to make your own health care decisions. And yeah, your kids’ freedom to go to school without worrying about being shot dead in the hall.

“That’s what this is all about: The responsibility that we have to our kids, to each other, and to the future we’re building together in which everyone is free to build the kind of life that they want.”

Before Walz took the stage, some of his former football players at Mankato West High School took the stage to offer their support of the Minnesota governor.

Reaction to Walz’s speech was, naturally, mostly divided along party lines.

Other main stage speakers at the Democratic National Convention included Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, the parents of Israel-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), and Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD), among others.

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