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BLOG: 'At Long Last' FCC Announces Its Plan To Modernize Broadcast Ownership

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 – In a blog penned by Jerianne Timmerman, SVP/Senior Deputy General Counsel at National Association of Broadcasters titled: Modernizing the Mother of All Media Regulations she points to The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) at long last announcing its intention to reform its woefully outdated broadcast ownership rules. At its open meeting in November, the FCC plans to vote on an order eliminating the ban on owning a print newspaper and any radio or TV station in the same market; removing the restrictions on owning radio stations along with a TV station in the same market; revising the rule that very strictly limits the ownership of TV stations in local markets; and reversing its previous decision effectively banning the joint sale of even modest amounts of advertising time by two same-market TV stations.

Clearly, not every long-standing FCC rule should be eliminated or modified just because of its age. But the broadcast ownership rules fail to reflect today’s digital media marketplace, and the FCC’s past failures to update its rules flew in the face of Congress’ directive that the Commission must every four years determine whether its rules remain “necessary in the public interest as the result of competition” and “repeal or modify” those that are not. Most importantly, these rules for years have caused real harm to daily newspapers and their readers, the public’s free, over-the-air broadcast services and local TV stations’ ability to compete against consolidated pay-TV and broadband providers and huge social media and technology companies. - PHOTO / B Christopher / Alamy READ ENTIRE BLOG HERE

NETWORKS: CBS News Radio Unveils New Shows During Upfront Event

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– CBS News Radio is getting a new slate of programming for its more than 600 affiliates nationwide reports Adweek. Last week's upfront event, co-hosted with Skyview Networks, was joined by Jane Pauley, Jim Axelrod,Erin Moriarty, Lara Logan and Jill Schlesinger. Starting Jan. 1, the new additions to the CBS News Radio lineup will include: Daily, one-minute, self-contained news, lifestyle & entertainment and information updates from the CBS Television distribution shows including Entertainment Tonight, Inside Edition, The Doctors, Dr. Phil and Rachel Ray and Jill On Money, hosted by business analyst Jill Schlesinger will a two-hour weekend program along with daily, one-minute updates on breaking financial news and money tips. The lineup will also feature Eye On Veterans/Daily one-minute features and a two-hour weekend program is produced by veterans for veterans and their families and Dave Ross who will offer his perspective on current events in a 90-second commentary.

“We’re excited to share these new and exclusive program offerings, as well as our continuing lineup of original reporting with our colleagues in the advertising community and our affiliate stations,” said Charles Pavlounis (L), CFO of CBS News. “These programs allow our affiliated stations to deliver original, engaging content to their dedicated listeners, while our clients are able to gain maximum exposure for their messages on News, Talk and Music formats around the country.”

John DePetro Announces New Radio Home On WNRI A/M After Exit From WADK-AM Newport

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– Longtime New England host John DePetro said on Friday that he has left WADK-AM in Newport and would be making a “major announcement” (today) about where he was headed next, reports The Providence Journal. “I’ll be on the radio Monday,” DePetro said, “just not there.” As promised, DePetro announced this morning that his show, which has aired for the past few months in syndicated form in afternoons and weeknights on WNRI/Rhode Island & Massachusetts will now be heard "Live and Local" weekdays from 11:AM to 2:PM on AM/FM combo.

DePetro, a former host on WPRO-AM/Providence for 10 years, had been on the air at the Newport station since January. DePetro said he would make the announcement on his website, depetro.com, and on social media at about 8 a.m (today). At WPRO, he was twice cited as talk show of the year by the Associated Press. But in 2013 an organization called 'For Our Daughters,' backed by organized labor, organized a boycott against him after he referred to protesters as “union hags.” He was off the air during that controversy for five weeks.

Emmis' Jeff Smulyan Named Mike Carroll Award Recipient Indianapolis

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– Jeff Smulyan, Chairman, CEO and Founder of Emmis Communications Corporation, has been named the recipient of this year’s Mike Carroll Award, given in memory of former deputy mayor and civic leader Mike Carroll. The annual award, selected by the Indianapolis Business Journal, honors a community member who has demonstrated Mike's qualities of determination, humility and devotion to the central Indiana community.

“Jeff Smulyan’s contributions to central Indiana extend far beyond what he has achieved at Emmis Communications,” said Greg Morris, publisher and president of Indianapolis Business Journal. “He cares deeply about the community and as a result is always happy to help out organizations large and small.” “I’m humbled to be given the Mike Carroll Award,” Smulyan said. “Mike was a visionary leader in our community, and I’m incredibly honored to be added to the remarkable group of previous leaders who have won this award.” Smulyan is the 24th recipient of the award. Smulyan will be presented the award at the IBJ’s upcoming Engage Indiana event on Friday, December 8. READ MORE HERE

BUSINESS: Gen Media Partner And The Tacher Company Form GMPT Media

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH,, 2017 –– Gen Media Partners and The Tacher Company announced the formation of GMPT Media, a joint venture that brings together the sales and management resources of both companies. Cherry Creek Media, a 53-station group, is the first radio partner to sign on for the collaborative ad sales representation. Jonathan Brewster, Chief Executive Officer of Cherry Creek Media, states, “Gen Media Partners and The Tacher Company have delivered national revenue for Cherry Creek for more than ten years. With GMPT, we get the best of both companies and exponentially increase opportunities for hitting our revenues goals.”

“I have often said that Independent broadcasters need a new voice in representation and an ad sales partner that drives revenue by focusing on their localism and assets,” says Kevin Garrity, Chief Executive Officer of Gen Media Partners. “Greg Tacher and his team share that vision, and we are excited to partner with them and welcome Cherry Creek as the first radio group represented by GMPT.”

Little Tommy's Breaking & Entering Christmas Moves To Sunny 98.1

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– Radio's beloved 'Little Tommy's Breaking and Entering Christmas, now in it's 21st year, has a new home in San Diego courtesy of Entercom's Sunny 98.1. Following Little Tommy Sablan's recent move to Entercom from his former home at CBS' KyXy, efforts are now underway for this year's latest edition. Sablan tells Jockline, "At Entercom, we don't break in anymore like the first year. I get permission from an older family member and sometimes they are part of my crew or they simply leave me the key when they vacate the home for us to come in. It is a surprise to the children of the family and all but one adult. The beautiful thing is that my crew also takes care of many other families off the air. We do ONE on the air and many more off the air. My friend Steve Finley who played Major League baseball takes care of about 5 families himself. My family takes care of a few. I've been getting a car every year for ALL but the first one

B&EC is trademarked by Sablan, so stations/shows get his permission to run the actual event. Sablan adds, "I am proud that it started with me on The Jeff and Jer Show, but it's also a tradition with BIG AL in Dallas. ACE AND TJ in Charlotte. MOJO in Detroit. This year will be the first year in Atlanta with Jeff and Jenn on Star 94.1. B&EC will air on Sunny 98.1 with Dave Mason in the Morning.

WPFM/Panama City Turns Pink As It Bowls for Breast Cancer

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– Awesome night with a sold out house and LOTS of pink! The event raised more than $2250 for the American Cancer Society and over 120 bowlers had a great night! “This was the 3rd year for the event, and by far, the most successful one ever and we were lucky enough to spend some time with some real heroes, our group of breast cancer survivors who came out,” says Operations Manager Chris Alan.

Shown above is the crew from Simply You, a local mastectomy boutique in Panama City, who won cool Pink Yeti Ramblers (also pictured lower center, Chris Alan OM/PD for WPFM and Powell Broadcasting Panama City). Love the opportunity to share our success story and we hope you do! Thanks for the ink and love! All the best, Chris Chris Alan Operations Manager WKNK – Program Director WPFM – Program Director Powell Broadcasting Panama City

Country 102.5/Boston Rebrands As KENNY 102.5 In Honor Of Station Visit

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017 –– Beasley's Country 102.5/Boston had Kenny Chesney live in its studio on Friday for a very special album release party. For one day only, Country 102.5 was renamed KENNY 102.5! In addition, some lucky listeners watched live as Kenny took over the station for an hour with Carolyn Kruse, answering listener questions, talking his love for Boston and playing songs from his new live album Kenny Chesney: Live In No Shoes Nation.

The country legend also announced that he is adding a second date to his stop at Gillette Stadium! Photo Caption: (L to R): Kenny Chesney live on KENNY 102.5 with mid-day host Carolyn Kruse.

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FCC To Vote Against 'Outdated Rule' To Keep Media Diversity In Local Markets

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 27TH, 2017 –– In FCC Chairman Ajit Pai's (TR) ongoing efforts to update media regulations, he announced this week that the commission will vote next month to eliminate a decades-old rule designed to preserve media diversity in local markets. The Washington Post says the move is aimed at supporting economically struggling media outlets in an age of digital consumption. But critics argue it will lead to greater media consolidation and the loss of independent voices.

“The marketplace is nothing like it was in 1975,” Pai told lawmakers on Wednesday, arguing that the restriction on newspaper/broadcast cross-ownership was outdated. Pointing to the massive online media industry — and the enormous advertising revenue of companies such as Facebook and Google — Pai described the FCC's media ownership rules as a form of government intervention into a major civic institution.

FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn (TL) responded saying, “The already consolidated broadcast media market will become even more so, offering little to no discernible benefits to consumers,” Pai's announcement came a day after the FCC voted to eliminate a 77-year-old rule requiring that TV and radio stations operate a physical studio in the areas where they're licensed. Republicans at the agency said the deregulation would save the stations money, while Democrats said it would allow large media titans to better control the airwaves. PHOTO/alamy

SiriusXM Defeats Turtles In Florida Court

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 27TH, 2017 –– The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday ruled against Flo & Eddie Inc., a company created by the singers, finding Florida common law does not recognize an exclusive right of public performance in pre-1972 sound recordings, reports Daily Business Review. “Flo & Eddie asks this court to recognize an unworkable common law right in pre-1972 sound recordings that is broader than any right ever previously recognized in any sound recording,” Justice Charles Canady wrote in a unanimous opinion. “Doing so would require this court to, among other things, ignore the lengthy and well-documented history of this topic — something we decline to do.”

SiriusXM previously settled with Flo & Eddie, which filed class actions in Florida, New York and California on behalf of owners of pre-1972 sound recordings. The settlement, approved by a California federal judge in May, cost Sirius XM at least $25 million in payments to the class as well as a 10-year license. But the value of the settlement would have been higher if the Florida Supreme Court had ruled in favor of Flo & Eddie. READ STORY HERE

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Gregory Simonson Named GSM For Beasley North Carolina Cluster

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 27TH, 2017 –– Beasley Media Group has named Gregory Simonson as the General Sales Manager at Beasley Media Group in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Simonson has held multiple sales executive roles within the broadcast and digital industry throughout the past 20 years, most recently serving as the Southeast Regional Vice President of Advertising Partnerships at Inc.’s iAd division. He began his career in the broadcasting industry in New York at the Katz Media Group in 1995 and spent the next 15 years in various management roles in Detroit, Los Angeles and ultimately Atlanta, Georgia, where Simonson rose to Vice President of Sales, overseeing all unwired network sales and marketing efforts for the Southeast region. The broadcasting veteran has also held similar management roles at Cumulus Media and Pandora Radio.

“We are thrilled to welcome Gregory to the Beasley Media Group family,” said Vice President and Market Manager Erika Beasley. “His experience and leadership in both traditional and digital media will make him a huge asset to our amazing Fayetteville team.” Simonson received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida, as well as served in the Florida and New York Army National Guard for six years.