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ESPN Executive Peter McConville Departs After More Than Three Decades at the Network

"To my talented colleagues, thank you. The relationships and experiences will stay with me long after this chapter closes."

Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

The Kid Mero, Kaz, Peter Rosenberg Blast HOT 97 Management

"MediaCo, the station's owners have not yet publicly addressed the remarks."

Kenny Smoov Shares What’s Next After 21 Years at 92Q Nashville

“I made an impact, and that’s what everyone in radio should be trying to do: impact your individual markets.”

iHeartRadio Festival 2026: Cardi B’s Radio Comments, Wilson’s Dolly Tribute

"I'm gonna tell these labels, I'm gonna tell these execs, don't ever count out radio. The radio will never lose its value."

WAMO’s KiKi B. Jones Talks Legacy, Mentors, and Radio’s Future

"It's a full circle moment for me," Jones said. "I was maybe 8 or 9 when my dad would bring me to the station with him."

Kenny Smoov Departs 92Q Nashville Cumulus Media

"I still have a lot of ideas, energy and great work ahead of me."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Yonni Rude, 97.9 The Box & Majic 102.1 in Houston

"There are people who helped me get to where I am. I have to pay that forward too."

Legendary Radio/TV Personality Barry “The Reazar” Richards Dead at 83

"Richards' career fundamentally influenced how the industry approached artist development and airplay strategy."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Andre Yancey: 94.7 The Block, NYC & 102 JAMS, San Francisco

"There's a time where, whether it was a hip hop, rock song, or even country, people would say that's my jam, and I want to bring the essence of that back,"

How Four Radio Stations Covered Jay-Z and Noah Kahan

Two cities, two overlapping weekends, seven sold-out shows. Four stations made sure their city didn't miss a beat.

From iHeartMedia Layoff to New Beginnings: Inside Ms EKlass’s Next Move

"Radio gave me an amazing platform, but entrepreneurship reminded me that I create value wherever I go."

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Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Ernie Johnson Explains The Timing Of His Inside the NBA Retirement Announcement

"I actually kind of got tired of people asking me if I was going to keep doing the show."