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Bubba's Back; Press Conference At 11:00 AM

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– The Bubba The Love Sponge Show was back on the air this morning on WBRN 98.7 Tampa after being sidelined during an investigation into alleged rating's tampering.

This followed yesterday's announcement by Beasley Media Group saying it determined that Todd Clem (AKA, ‘Bubba The Love Sponge’), who airs his syndicated show on WBRN 98.7 in the Tampa Bay radio market, was indeed contacted directly by a PPM (Portable People Meter) holder and subsequently attempted to influence the listening habits of the PPM holder.

Nielsen Audio confirmed that Mr. Clem’s conduct had no impact on the Tampa Bay radio market ratings because the improper activity was discovered in a timely manner and Nielsen moved quickly to remove the PPM holder’s results from the survey. However, due to Mr. Clem’s attempt to influence the listening of a PPM Panelist, Beasley’s station, WBRN-FM (98.7 MHz), will not be included in the September 2015 ratings report. Beasley Media Group President Bruce Beasley stated “Beasley strongly condemns the actions of Mr. Clem, who has provided syndicated programming to radio broadcasters for many years and is not a Company employee. We are taking appropriate steps to ensure that such conduct does not occur in the future.

Meanwhile, BTLS was back live this morning in Tampa and called it a "Joyous day." Among others, he thanked Beasley Media for its support and elected to not take phone calls, but did say he would be holding a press conference at 11:00 am et.

‘Serial’ Being Pitched As TV Series; Not Everyone Happy

“The fact that the audience wasn’t being fed visuals — forced you to pay attention in a way that television often does not.” - Soraya Nadia McDonald

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– Production of the next season of NPR's 'Serial,' is now being pitched as a television series. According to current.org, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, executive producers of The Last Man on Earth on Fox, want to capture behind-the-scenes action as producer Sarah Koenig (R) and her crew create Season 2 — which reportedly will focus on U.S. Army soldier Bowe Bergdahl, held captive for five years in Afghanistan.

Not everyone, however, was pleased with the announcement. The Washington Post’s Soraya Nadia McDonald wrote what made Serial’s first season so addictive “was the way it isolated you with your thoughts and left you free to visualize what Koenig was reporting and the conversations she had with the people in Adnan Syed’s life.” “The fact that the audience wasn’t being fed visuals — aside from the ones being provided if you went hunting for them on the Serial Web site forced you to pay attention in a way that television often does not.”

Alpha Media Launches Group Wide Donation Campaign For SC Flood Victims

THE MOUTH, OCTO BER 6TH, 2015 –– Alpha Media is running PSA's, promos and social media posts in all 35 Alpha markets asking for donations for those affected by the South Carolina flood. This past weekend, Columbia, South Carolina was devastated by torrent ial flooding leaving thousands trapped without running water, electricity or a way out affecting many fellow Alpha employees and their families. The American Red Cross is providing safe shelter and support across the Carolinas where unprecedented flooding has destroyed homes, Red Cross volunteers have opened 35 shelters in North and South Carolina – 30 in South Carolina alone – where more than 200 people spent Sunday night.

Alpha Media Executive VP of Programming Scott Mahalick (shown) commented on the announcement, “All of us here at Alpha Media are in shock and devastated by the loss our fellow Alpha family members are experiencing. Words cannot beg in to describe what they are going through, it’s unbelievable. We are appreciative of the Red Cross and what they are doing and want to continue to ask everyone to help out any way they can; by texting REDCROSS to 90999 or by helping run PSAs to support the efforts of the Red Cross.”

PROGRAMMING: Ryan Kramer Rises To PD At iHM Austin Combo

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– iHeartMedia Austin announced that Ryan Kramer has been named Program Director for Austin’s Hip Hop and Hit Music station KPEZ-FM 102.3 The Beat and Austin’s Sports Talk AM 1300 The Zone, effective immediately.

Kramer has been with iHeartMedia Austin since September of 2013 when he was brought in as the Assistant Program Director and to host the 102.3 The Beat Morning Show. Before coming to Austin, Kramer was the midday host and Program Director of CHR KSME in Fort Collins, Colorado for more than 8 years.

"I'm so thankful and humbled by the opportunity that Patrick Davis has given me with KPEZ and KVET-AM. Special thanks to Patrick, Jay Shannon, Brad Hardin & Pam McKay for the faith they have in me," said Kramer.

iHM Inks Extension With Charlamagne Tha God

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– iHeartMedia announced it has renewed its relationship with Charlamagne Tha God, host of New York's Power 105's nationally syndicated hit radio show "The Breakfast Club." Charlamagne Tha God will continue to host the nationally syndicated, award-winning hit radio show "The Breakfast Club" on weekdays from 6-10:00 a.m. ET, as well as "Weekends with The Breakfast Club," alongside Angela Yee and DJ Envy "The Breakfast Club" is also televised live Monday through Friday on REVOLT TV.

"God is great. The greatest radio company in the world, iHeartMedia, has committed to me and I have made a commitment to iHeartMedia," said Charlamagne Tha God . "This December, 'The Breakfast Club' will celebrate five years, and during that time, all my radio dreams have come true, including 'The Breakfast Club' becoming a nationally syndicated radio show. I can't wait to see what God has planned for the next five years. We are just getting started!"

L.A. Times Columnist Bill Plaschke To Co-Host Morning Show With Jeanne Zelasko; KXNT Vegas Launches New Two Shows

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times columnist, will team up with veteran sports personality Jeanne Zelasko to host an all-new morning show airing weekdays from 6 – 9am beginning today, October 6, on The Beast 980, L.A.’s all-sports radio Plaschke has written for the L.A. Times since 1987 and has been the Associated Press National Sports Columnist of the Year five times. He is a regular panelist on ESPN's “Around the Horn” talk show and has written five books. A popular sports journalist and insider, Zelasko has anchored The Beast 980 morning show since it launched in 2014. Before that, she spent several years as a host and sideline reporter for FOX Sports, both nationally and regionally, covering the NFL, MLB and NASCAR.

News Talk 840 AM KXNT announced the launch of their new local morning and afternoon shows effective immediately. Heidi Harris airs weekdays from 6:00 am – 9:00 am and Alan Stock airs from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Both shows can be heard weekdays on-air, online at www.kxnt.com and through the Radio.com mobile app. Heidi Harris is a Las Vegas native and 17 year talk radio and cable TV veteran and has appeared as a commentator on Cable News channels hundreds of times, including Fox News, CNN and MSNBC.

Alan Stock has worked in television and radio for over 30 years and is one of the most well known talk show hosts in Las Vegas. He’s received numerous awards for his work including three Electronic Media Awards, being named to Talkers Magazine 100 Most Influential Talk Radio Hosts in America for the past sixteen years, and was inducted into the Nevada Broadcaster Association’s Hall of Fame in 2003.

FORMATICS: Cumulus Passes The Torch To Hip Hop, 98.3 Des Moines

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– Cumulus Media announces KWQW-FM, formerly programmed as News/Talk station 98.3 The Torch, launched yesterday at 12:00 Noon CST as Des Moines’ all-new Classic Hip Hop station, 98.3 The Vibe. 98.3 The Vibe kicked off its totally unique take on Hip Hop with wall-to-wall music and will play an exciting mix of hit music from the biggest stars from the early days of Hip Hop. The new station features big old school Hip Hop hits, mixed with some R&B “throwbacks” from the ‘80’s, ‘90’s and early 2000’s.

Westwood One syndicates the Classic Hip Hop programming for 98.3 The Vibe. Davey Morris, Corporate Program Director for Cumulus said: “This is going be a fun and thrilling time for radio listeners in Des Moines. As a company, we get uber-excited when we launch such an energetic, upbeat and familiar station. I know Des Moines will love coming to our party in the speakers. 98.3 The Vibe is born!”

South Africa Grants Futuri Patent For LDR & Takeover Technologies

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– Futuri Media has received a patent from the Republic of South Africa for its Listener Driven Radio (LDR) and Takeover technologies, including Instant Alerts™, live interactive radio programming, and social playlist sharing. The patent, which names Futuri President/CEO Daniel Anstandig and CTO Brian Seeders as inventors, also pertains to LDR’s unique interface with radio automation systems. The patent supports Futuri radio station partners KFM/Cape Town and 947/Johannesburg (formerly 94.7 Highveld Stereo), owned by Primedia.

The stations use Futuri’s LDR1 services on their websites and mobile apps around the clock. Futuri’s LDR and Takeover exemplify our commitment to connecting everyone together in ways that demonstrate how radio continues to be a state-of-the-art business.” Futuri President/CEO Daniel Anstandig commented, “We are proud to be recognized by the government of South Africa for our groundbreaking work with our LDR and Takeover programming innovations. This patent is a wonderful accomplishment for our team and our partners. Our partnership with Primedia has shown how powerfully impactful real-time interaction with a live broadcast can be on audience growth. As our company has rapidly expanded to eleven countries, this is another illustration of how Futuri is changing the face of radio around the world.”

College Students Join For Gathering With Benztown & Dawson McAllister During Atlanta Radio Show

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 6TH, 2015 –– Dawson McAllister connected with college students one-on-one at a special beer and pizza party during last week's Radio Show in Atlanta. Joining McAllister was Jessica McVay, Dawson McAllister Live co-host, their production team, and the folks at Benztown.

Among the Student Scholars attending were students from: Emerson College, University of Florida, Cal State Long Beach, University of LaVerne, University of Alabama, and Tri-County Technical College. PHOTO ID (Left to Right): Dave "Chachi" Denes, Benztown President; Dawson McAllister; Samantha Hval, Student Scholar and Emerson College Sophomore; Nicole Simeone, Student Scholar and Emerson College Senior; Jessica McVay, co-host, Dawson McAllister Live; and Savannah Williams-Radecic, Student Scholar and Emerson College Junior.

Sneak Peek At Sam Smith's 'Bond' Video; Kardashians: American's First Family?

The Kardashian's: America's First Family - [LIFE & STYLE]

And People Are Pissed - [BUZZFEED]

[WATCH] Sam Smith Bond Video Released - [REUTERS]

NO SURPRISE: Taylor Swift's 'Wildest Dreams' Video Top 100 Million Views - [BILLBOARD]

Al Roker Issues Apology Following Selfie During South Carolina Disaster Coverage - [THE WRAP]

'The Soup' Invades Nascar - [E!]

[WATCH] First Peek At Martin Scorsese And Mick Jagger's HBO Series - [INDEPENDENT]

Grateful Dead, John Mayer Giving Away 10K Tickets To New York Show - [US NEWS]

And The Best Global Brands In The World Are... [CNBC]

Pepsi Gets Back To The Future With Pepsi Perfect Collector Item - [USA TODAY]

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Cumulus Chairman Quells Bankruptcy Rumors

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– Amid bankruptcy rumors which began to swirl following last week's blockbuster announcement of longtime CEO Lew Dickey being switched out at Cumulus for former Readers Digest executive, Mary Berner (R), Chairman Jeffrey Marcus tells 'industry influencers that isn't the case

The New York Post's Claire Atkinson reports there are private-equity folks who think there’s still some value to be extracted despite its $2.4 billion debt load. Atkinson adds: 'Dickey’s chief creation of the past 18 months has been to invest in content that builds out of a radio-station concept. He created the NASH FM/NASH ICON country music radio network and attempted to create a lifestyle portfolio around it. That included a music label with Taylor’s Swift’s Big Machine and released artists such as Reba McIntire. It also published Country Weekly magazine, and a retail clothing line was on the horizon.

MOTION: 102.0 KBLX Bay Area Adds Comedian Mark Curry To Mornings

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– 102.9 KBLX is bringing Bay Area comedian and entertainer Mark Curry to the air from 6 am to 9 am as of Monday, October 12. Curry will be joined by veteran broadcasters Victor “Big Daddy” Zaragoza and Kimmie Taylor, both of whom have collectively been with KBLX for over 15 years.

Curry, a prominent comedian who performs nationwide, is best known for his starring role on the ABC sitcom Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper. He has also served as a host of the syndicated series It’s Showtime at the Apollo. “I’m so ready to take to the Bay Area airwaves. I’m bubbling with excitement to serve the listeners of this legendary radio station in the market where I was born and raised. How great is that?” said Curry. “We’re about to change the face of Bay Area radio forever.

KBLX-FM is operated by Entercom Communications, which also operates San Francisco radio stations 96.5 KOIT Lite Rock Less Talk, 98.5/102.1 Classic Rock KFOX and 95.7 The GAME, the Bay Area’s only FM sports station.

ESPN Radio’s Russillo & Kanell To Simulcast In Full On ESPNEWS

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– Russillo & Kanell, co-hosted by Ryen Russillo and Danny Kanell and broadcast daily on ESPN Radio from 1 – 4 p.m. ET, will be simulcast in full on ESPNEWS beginning Monday, Oct. 5. The show, which debuted August 31, airs Monday – Friday, and is also available nationally on ESPN Radio, espnradio.com, the ESPN app, SiriusXM, Apple iTunes, Slacker Radio and TuneIn, as well as on WatchESPN.

Russillo was named co-host of ESPN Radio’s Scott Van Pelt Show in May 2009. From June – August 2015, he hosted The Russillo Show with a group of alternating co-hosts, including Kanell. Previously, Russillo hosted ESPN Radio’s College GameDay (noon-7 p.m. Saturdays throughout the football season). Russillo joined ESPN Radio in February 2006, and hosted NBA Sunday, The Baseball Show and the NFL Draft. Kanell joined ESPN in 2010 as a college football game and studio analyst. In addition to Russillo & Kanell, he hosts a variety of college football studio programming Thursdays-Saturdays during the season.

Prior to joining ESPN, Kanell was an NFL and college football analyst for WQAM Miami and CBS4 Miami. After playing quarterback at Florida State for four years, Kanell was drafted by the New York Giants in 1996. He also played for the Atlanta Falcons and the Denver Broncos until 2004. For more info, contact Tara Chozet tara.c.chozet@espn.com (860) 766-2206 @TaraESPN

Spencer Graves Announces Move To Major Market

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– Spencer Graves, a man often mistaken at Morning Show Boot Camp for singer Charles Kelley from Lady Antebellum (below), tells Jockline "I'm ecstatic to tell you that in November, I will be joining an amazing new company in a major market. With the new position brings the end of a eight year career with Delmarva Broadcasting Company's WSTW Wilmington, DE. During that time we helped raise over $1 million for a local children's hospital, made an impact with local students with an anti-bullying campaign and brought the morning show and station back to number one.

I must thank Chris Carl, Rick Jensen, Mike Reath, Bob Krasne and Nancy Johnson for their leadership, faith in me and friendship over my time with DBC. My last day on WSTW-FM is October 9th.

PodcastOne Adds Bruno, Cardone & Love Debate To Lineup

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– PodcastOne announced that three additional programs will now be available to listeners and advertisers via PodcastOne’s network. First up, New York Times Bestselling Author, Business Expert and Motivational Speaker Grant Cardone, also founder of Grant Cardone Sales University, the most popular online sales training University in the world, will bring his expertise and successful podcast to the PodcastOne platform.

Next up, The Great Love Debate, hosted by Great Love Debate creator, and author of How To Find Love in 60 Seconds, Brian Howie, along with The Debate Team - actress/writer Jill Bartlett and dating and social media expert Kate Edwards.

And beginning October 8th, The Tony Bruno Show. He's held posts at FOX Sports, Sporting News and Premiere Networks, and some of the biggest radio stations in the nation, in addition to being one of the original voices of ESPN when Mike & Mike began as Bruno & Golic. The show features advice and the female perspective from Executive Producer Robin Austin, as well as regular visits from fantasy sports enthusiast Luigi Curto, and Twitter correspondent Joe Corrado. For more information, please visit www.PodcastOne.com. To advertise, please contact PodcastOne at info@podcastone.com. About PodcastOne

Radio's Beloved Jeff' & Jer' Show Takes Stage One Last Time

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– Hard to believe that next week, one of radio's most beloved and revered radio teams will air their final show together on KyXy San Diego (Jeff and the remaining show members will continue with KyXy). As previously reported, Jerry Cesak and his wife Pam are building a pet hospital to be named Charlotte's Medical Center. This past weekend, the entire show took to the stage one final time for a fundraising celebration to raise money for the hospital. PHOTO/L-R Jerry, Jeff, Randy Hoag, Laura Cain, Emily & Little Tommy.

WHO's Simon Conway Raises More Money For Puppy Foundation

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 A year ago WHO Afternoon Driver, Simon Conway, adopted a charity and put on a BBQ in the iHeartMedia News Talker’s parking lot for two hours. $4,000.00 was raised. Everyone was impressed. And now a year on, Conway repeated the event and in the same two hours smashed last year’s figure with a $6,000 haul!

The Puppy Jake Foundation, which acquires, raises and professionally trains service dogs for physically and mentally wounded Veterans is the official charity of his show. “Once again my audience has stood up in a huge way to help Veterans in our community,” he said. Conway convinced a local supermarket to hand over 200 Pounds of meat, a baker to give 500 buns and a Grilling Champion to do the cooking. “We were non-stop with people driving through, picking up “free” sandwiches and throwing heaps of cash in the donation buckets,” said Simon. “Not only did loads of people come out to support us, we even had a Navy SEAL team turn up! Also on hand were dogs — lots of them — including the first dog to have been given to a veteran, the original Puppy Jake himself, my own Chocolate Lab, Reagan, and a couple of eight week old puppies.” Learn more about the charity HERE.

USRN Opens Up 'Donald Trump Insult Hotline'

THE MOUTH, OCTOBER 5TH, 2015 –– If you’ve ever dreamed of being insulted by The Donald, United Stations wants to make your wish come true. USRN’s Comedy On Demand service has created a “Donald Trump Insult Hotline” to provide stations with a free custom put-down from the presidential hopeful.

Those interested in getting their own personalized insult are invited to call 212-536-3685 during the week of October 5. Within 24 hours, free customized audio will be sent to any station that leaves their name, call letters, cell phone number, email and a personal detail. The hotline will be open until 3 p.m. Eastern on Friday, October 9.

To check out United Stations' Donald Trump in action, watch Forrest Trump (http://bit.ly/1N1Opv5) on the USRN comedy team’s YouTube Channel.

'The Martian' Blasts Off At Box Office; David Cassidy Charged After Hit & Run In Florida

David Cassidy Charged With Leaving Accident Scene - [PEOPLE]

Demi Lovato Explains Why She Bared All - [INQUISITR]

REPORT: Turmoil Behind The Scenes At 'Dr. Phil' - [THE WRAP]

'The Martian' Rockets To Success - [CNN]

[WATCH] Hill Faces Off With Val The Bartender On SNL - [RAW STORY]

Lenny Kravitz & James Franco Star In 'Guitar Hero' Ad - [EW]

'Family Feud' Catching Heat Over (S)exually Charged Answers - [NYDN]

CBS Planning Another Macyver Series - [CBS]

'Lethal Weapon' Reboot In The Works At Fox - [THR]

First Ever Latin Music Awards Picks Its Host - [BILLBOARD]

Laurence Fishburne Picked To Play Nelson Mandela In Mini-Series - [DEADLINE]

Man Claimed To Owned google.com Domain For 12 Secs. Paid $12 - [TELEGRAPH]

Glastonbury Tickets Sell Out In 32 Minutes - [SKY]

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