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Former LA Host Pleads Not Guilty In Body Shaming Case

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Former Playboy playmate, turned radio host, Dani Mathers, pleaded not guilty in court on Monday to body shaming a 70-yr old woman. Prosecutors say Mathers secretly photographed the woman in the nude while she was in the shower area of a Los Angeles fitness center. Richard Winton, an attorney for Mathers, pleaded not guilty on her behalf Monday to charges. According to The LA Times, Mathers faces a misdemeanor count of invasion of privacy, having been accused of posting an image of the woman on her Snapchat social media account in early July.

LA City Atty. Mike Feuer said he hoped the case sent a message to others about such behavior, but legal experts said this marks a rare instance in which authorities have brought charges against someone over photos making fun of someone’s weight. Outside of court Monday, defense lawyer Thomas Mesereau said Mathers regrets the events and apologizes for her behavior and he expects the matter to be resolved in a fair manner. Shortly after she posted the image and comments, Mathers issued a statement saying it was absolutely wrong and not what she meant to do. “I know that body-shaming is wrong. That is not the type of person I am,” she wrote. Mathers said the photo was meant to be sent as a private message, but was posted publicly. Mesereau has said his client did nothing illegal. Last month, Feuer condemned Mathers’ actions saying, "While body-shaming, in itself, is not a crime, there are circumstances in which invading one's privacy to accomplish it can be. And we shouldn’t tolerate that.

Shortly after accusation took place last July, Mathers, and independent contractor, was let go from The Heidi & Frank Show on KLOS/LA. Among her scheduled on-air segments and appearances included segments such as 'Put Your Man Where Your Mouth Is' and 'Under the Covers.' PHOTO/CBS

CMG's Bill Hoffman To Be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Bill Hoffman, President of Cox Media Group (CMG), has been announced as the recipient of the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Broadcasters Foundation of America. The prestigious award will be bestowed on Hoffman during the Golden Mike Award dinner on Monday, February 27, 2017, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The gala is a major fundraiser for the mission of the Broadcasters Foundation of America to help broadcasters in need.

“I am honored to be recognized by the Broadcasters Foundation of America,” stated Hoffman. “I have always been proud of our industry for the generous donations from individual broadcasters, stations, and groups across the country. It is only with that kind of support that the Broadcasters Foundation can continue to help those in our business who need it most.” “Bill is a respected leader in broadcasting, and we are proud to recognize his accomplishments at Cox and his contributions to our industry,” said Dan Mason, Chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation of America. “As a member of our Board for several years, Bill has helped us advance our mission of helping every broadcaster who qualifies for help.” Hoffman began his career at Cox in 1979 as an account executive with TeleRep in Detroit, now a division of CoxReps, moved into local radio and TV station and sales management in various markets across the country, and then was promoted to Executive Vice President of Broadcast before ascending to the Presidency of the entire media group. -- For more information, please visit www.broadcastersfoundation.org, call 212-373-8250, or email info@thebfoa.org.

New NRHOF Inductees Draw Feature In Forbes

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Titled, 'World's Best Radio Hosts Enshrined In National Radio Hall Of Fame Ceremony , Forbes Contributor Michael Patrick Shiels penned a lengthy spread in Forbes writing "In some respects radio, the most intimate of mediums, has lived by that admonition for decades. There was often peril for that “voice in the night, all alone in the studio,” as Larry King, who first became famous via radio, put it, because when the man behind the microphone, and behind the glass, emerged, the result of a visible voice either destroyed the personal image the listener had created and disappointed them – or – as in the Clint Eastwood film “Play Misty For Me,” detailed, gave birth to a stalker!"

Shiels, in attendance at the Radio Hall of Fame annual induction ceremony On November 17, inducted Michael Savage, Delilah, Bob Kingsley, and Steve Harvey, along with “Jeff and Jer” (Jeff Detrow and Jerry Cesak), Chicago’s own “Eric and Kathy” (Eric Ferguson and Kathy Hart), Tony Roberts, and, producer “Little” Tommy Sablan; plus, posthumously, Kidd Kraddick, Neil Rogers and executive George Beasley. Shiels gave special notice to Delilah and Jeff and Jer who he says both laughed it up and had the attendees at the gala dabbing their eyes." Props were also given to Scott Shannon who emceed the evening in collaboration with the amiable Jim Bohannon. The NRHOF is chaired by Kraig Kitchin. PHOTOS/Courtesy of Michael Patrick Shiels - READ ENTIRE PIECE HERE

PROGRAMMING: Dayton Kane Named PD For Green Bay Combo

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media has appointed Dayton Kane as Program Director for Green Bay, WI, radio stations WOGB-FM Classic Hits and Triple-A/Alternative WKRU-FM. Kane returns to northeast Wisconsin after a stint in Milwaukee, where he was Program Director for E.W. Scripps’ WKTI-FM. Kane was previously Program Director and Morning Host of WKSZ and WKZG for Woodward Communications in Green Bay. He has held Program Director and on-air talent positions for stations including: WIFC-FM in Wausau, WI; KYRX-FM in Marble Hill, MO; KBXB-FM in Sikeston, MO; and WYZM-FM in Madison, WI.

Kane said: “I'm looking forward to getting back to the Green Bay market! I can't wait to take WOGB and WKRU into an exciting future with the help of Jimmy Clark, Mike Thompson, Mark Sullivan and all of the resources Cumulus has to offer.”

ON-AIR: Super Bowl Great Chris Canty Joins ESPN; Shelley Duffy Out At KDKA; J. Anthony Brown Departs Joyner Show

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Super Bowl champion and former New York Giant Chris Canty has joined ESPN New York 98.7FM’s Hahn & Humpty (noon – 3 p.m. ET), hosted by Alan Hahn and Rick DiPietro, as the newest member of the weekday program. He will also remain as a host for NY’s Game Day on Sundays (8 – 11:30 a.m.). Canty has been a guest contributor on various 98.7FM shows since ending his playing career last year. Canty was a member of the 2011 Super Bowl XLVI-winning Giants and most recently played for the Baltimore Ravens from 2013 – 2015. twice earning second-team All-ACC team honors. About ESPN New York 98

-- Longtime CBS Radio Pittsburgh personality Shelley Duffy has left CBS' KDKA/Pittsburgh. Duffy had been co-host of “The Bubba Show” on CBS sister station Star 100.7, when she was paired with Robert Mangino on the 3-7 p.m. KDKA-AM beginning in April 2015. “We thank her very much for her service,” said Michael Young, senior vice president and Pittsburgh market manager for CBS Radio Pittsburgh. According to Pittsburgh's Post Gazette, Duffy says 'As for getting behind the mic again, she said she is optimistic something will come along."

-- Surprising news on the syndication front this week as J. Anthony Brown was reported to have left the Tom Joyner Morning Show. He along with Joyner and Sybil Wilkes (shown right) had been part of the show for more than 20 years. Amid some rumbling regarding his exit, Reach Media provided a statement to Jockline stating: "J. Anthony Brown has been a great contributor and a part of the Joyner Morning Show (TJMS) family for many years. J.’s current contract was set to expire at the end of 2016. J. requested to be released from his contract a month early, and we agreed to his request. We appreciate all that J. has done for the TJMS and wish him the best in the future. To continue the excellence in entertainment that the TJMS is known for, the show will feature top, live comedic and celebrity talent to serve as co-hosts on a rotating basis until a permanent decision is made."

PODCAST: Southern Cross Austereo Teams With PodcastOne To Form PodcastOne Australia

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– PodcastOne programming will now be distributed to Australians markets via a new localized platform and Southern Cross Austereo programming will distributed by PodcastOne in the U.S. The companies will jointly develop new content. Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) and PodcastOne announced they have signed a long-term partnership to create PodcastOne Australia. SCA will operate PodcastOne Australia as the exclusive partner in Australia and New Zealand with select SCA podcasts made available in the U.S. on the PodcastOne platform.

As one of Australia’s leading media companies, SCA reaches 95% of the country with assets in television, radio and digital. PodcastOne is the largest advertiser-supported podcast network in the United States, delivering more than 200 programs, with over 350 hours of original weekly episodes, which were downloaded 1.5 billion times last year. The joint venture represents the first international partnership of this magnitude in the commercial podcast industry with the companies together developing and producing content for both the U.S. and Australia. PodcastOne Australia will be available early in 2017 via mobile app and website, providing listeners with a single, curated destination to easily get the best existing PodcastOne programs, along with the jointly-created lineup. Further announcements about new Australian podcasts and the launch of the platform will be made in the coming months. PHOTO/L-R John Kelly (COO, SCA), Jim Berk (CEO, PodcastOne), Grant Blackley (CEO, SCA), Norm Pattiz (Founder and Executive Chairman, PodcastOne), Grant Tothill (Head of Strategic Partnerships/Head of Podcasting, SCA)

SYNDICATION: Delilah Launches On American Forces Network

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– Premiere Networks announced that Delilah has joined the American Forces Network (AFN). Effective immediately, Delilah now airs weeknights at 7 p.m. in Japan, Korea and Central Europe on AFN RADIO's Today's Best Hits Adult Contemporary channel.

The announcement comes on the heels of Delilah’s induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame on November 17. Her show is now available to 400,000 American service men and women, Department of Defense civilians and their families stationed at bases and American Embassies and Consulates in 175 countries and 200 U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command ships at sea.

KFI To Hold Sixth Annual 17-Hour Pastathon; Star Cleveland Presents 8th Annual Rainbow Radiothon

THE MOUTH, NOVEM ER 29TH, 2016 –– KFI AM 640 LA & San Diego, and Caterina’s Club, a charitable organization that helps feed, house and educate the children of Orange County, announced the sixth annual KFI PastaThon, an on-air fundraising event to help feed local children in need. KFI PastaThon will take place on Thursday, December 1 from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Bruno Serato’s White House Restaurant in Anaheim. Money raised from the event will benefit Caterina’s Club, which provides a balanced meal every night to more than 1,800 low-income children in over 15 cities in Los Angeles and Orange County.

All KFI AM 640 on-air personalities including Bill Handel, Aron Bender, Jennifer Jones Lee, Gary Hoffman, Shannon Farren, John Kobylt, Ken Chiampou and Tim Conway Jr. will be on site encouraging listeners to donate packaged pasta, jars of pasta sauce and money to help feed underprivileged children that live in motels without access to a kitchen to cook healthy meals. "In the past five years, KFI PastaThon has raised over $1 million and more than 151,000 pounds of food," said Robin Bertolucci, Program Director for KFI AM 640. “This year, KFI AM 640 aims to raise $325,000 in one day.

-- Star 102 Cleveland's 8th Annual University Hospitals Rainbow Radiothon will be held on Friday, December 2, 2016. The Radiothon will be hosted by the station’s morning show hosts Jen & Tim as they broadcast live from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm from UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. Over the past five years, the Star 102 UH Rainbow Radiothon has raised over $1,500,000.

NETWORKS: Jay Mohr To Host Las Vegas NASCAR Awards Event

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– For the sixth time, Jay Mohr will host the annual NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards at the Wynn Las Vegas this Friday night. It’s a record sixth time hosting the Vegas event for Mohr, host of FOX Sports Radio’s “Jay Mohr Sports,” a daily sports radio show syndicated to more than 150 markets.

Mohr is a great fit for the gig, as he’s an avid NASCAR enthusiast. A former “Saturday Night Live” cast member, Mohr has also appeared on numerous shows including CBS’ “Ghost Whisperer” and “Gary Unmarried,” and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award as the host and executive producer of “Last Comic Standing.”“I am proud to be asked again to host the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards,” said Mohr. “Everyone associated with this organization – the owners, the staff, the racing teams, and the drivers – are of the highest caliber, and it is truly an honor to perform for all of them again. It is by far my favorite thing to do.”

94 WIP & Philadelphia Phillies Extend Broadcast Agreement

THE MOUTH, NOVEMB ER 29TH, 2016 –– CBS Radio's SportsRadio 94WIP announced an extension of their broadcast partnership for exclusive live play-by-play coverage of The Philadelphia Phillies pre-season, regular season and post-season games. As part of the extension, live coverage will begin with the team’s first spring training game against the New York Yankees on Friday, February 24, 2017 from Tampa, Florida.

Since 2004 the Phillies radio broadcast play-by-play has aired on CBS RADIO Philadelphia stations, with the last five seasons airing on SportsRadio 94WIP. Phillies hometown radio announcers Scott Franzke, Larry Andersen and Jim Jackson will continue to provide commentary of the games on SportsRadio 94WIP. The Phillies are among nearly 30 professional sports teams featured on CBS RADIO stations across the country.

ABC News Radio On The Ground In Cuba For Fidel Castro Passing

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016 –– There along with ABC TV's David Muir, who reported on last night's telecast after boarding his plane back to New York that he would be among the first riding the first commercial flight from Havana to Miami in decades.”

Muir showed off his American/Cuban flag pin. He even pointed out the Cuban flag displayed outside a window near the plane's door.

Show right is ABC News Radio correspondent Jim Ryan reporting from Havana following the death of Fidel Castro.

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iHeart Wins Dismissal In Gamco Lawsuit

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– A Delaware judge has ruled that that iHeart media executives didn't violate legal duties to shareholders by selling assets and moving funds from its Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings business to repay the parent company’s debts. According to The San Antonio Express News, Gamco couldn’t make the case that iHeart media executives “extracted a unique benefit' by paying down debt with the advertising unit’s funds that “came at the expense” of other Clear Channel investors, Delaware Chancery Court Judge Joseph Slights concluded in Wednesday’s ruling.

In its lawsuit, Gamco, which owns almost 10 percent of Clear Channel’s shares, targeted an agreement that automatically routes some of Clear Channel’s business revenues to iHeart, saying it hampers opportunities and operations. It also focused on Clear Channel asset sales that allegedly provided iHeart with benefits denied to other investors. The judge also ruled that iHeart directors’ decisions to use Clear Channel funds to repay the parent company’s debts fell within the realm of their business judgment and weren’t a violation of legal duties they owed to investors. PHOTO/Larry Marano-Getty Images for iHeartMedia

'Most Of The Original Motivations For Having An FCC Have Gone Away' Says Trump Advisor

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– A top adviser to Donald Trump on tech policy matters proposed all but abolishing the nation's telecom regulator last month reports The Washington Post; thus, hinting at possible moves by the president-elect to sharply reduce the FCC's role as a consumer protection watchdog. In an Oct. blog post, Mark Jamison, who was recently named one of two members of Trump's tech policy transition team, concluded there is little need for the agency to exist. "Most of the original motivations for having an FCC have gone away," Jamison wrote. "Telecommunications network providers and ISPs are rarely, if ever, monopolies."

Wapo adds that some critics of the FCC have accused Wheeler of political favoritism, passing rules that appear to disproportionately benefit newer Internet companies and disadvantage big incumbent industries such as cable and telecoms. Jamison said Wheeler has allowed politics to "infiltrate the FCC a lot more than is necessary." "I teach regulation all over the world," said Jamison, who directs the Public Utility Research Center at the University of Florida. "The biggest fight is always to keep politics out of what's supposed to be an independent agency."

In yet another blog post last week, Jamison acknowledged that dissolving an entire federal agency would likely take "strong leadership" to overcome bureaucratic inertia and political opposition to the plan. With the looming prospect of a 3-2 majority in favor of Republicans at the FCC, and in light of Republicans' many objections to Wheeler's tenure, it isn't hard to imagine the GOP moving swiftly to limit the FCC's authority in 2017, tweeted Berin Szoka, president of the right-leaning think tank TechFreedom.

REPORT: Herman Cain To End Syndication In 2017, Staying On WSB Atlanta And Other Cox Stations

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– Herman Cain announced last Tuesday that he will no longer be syndicated on about 120 stations nationwide starting January 1, 2017 reports the AJC's Rodney Ho. He will remain on five Cox Media Group news/talk radio stations including News 95.5 and AM 750 WSB, WDBO-FM 96.5 in Orlando; KRMG-AM/FM (102.3/740) in Tulsa, Okl.; WHIO AM/FM (95.7/1290) in Dayton, Ohio; and WOKV-AM/FM (690/104.5) in Jacksonville, Fl.

Cain has been syndicated since January of 2013, taking over for Neal Boortz (shown left with Cain below), who retired from full-time radio work but continues to provide daily commentaries for WSB and runs his own subscription-only podcast. WSB PD Pete Spriggs said this was purely an economic decision.”Syndication isn’t as lucrative as it used to be,” he said. The five Cox stations represent 80 percent of Cain’s listeners and a bulk of the revenue he generates, Spriggs said: “I’d rather see it as the glass as 80 percent as opposed to 20 percent empty.” Spriggs added: “Herman is one of the most amazing talents I have ever worked with. It’s not easy to let go of national syndication. PHOTOS/WSB

ON-AIR: Jeremy Powell Joins Kicks 101.5 Atlanta As Executive Producer For Cadillac Jack & Dallas Show

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media announces that it has appointed Jeremy Powell to the newly created position of Executive Producer for the Kicks 101.5 (WKHX-FM) morning show, “Cadillac Jack and Dallas, Mornings on Kicks 101.5.” Powell joins Kicks 101.5 from B98.5 (WSB-FM) in Atlanta, where he produced the station’s morning show for the past three years. Powell was formerly Associate Producer of the morning show at 99X (WNNX-FM) and Producer of the morning show at 92.9 dave-fm (WZGC-FM), both in Atlanta. He was also an on-air personality for radio stations in Mankato, MN, and Chattanooga, TN. Scott Lindy, Kicks 101.5 Program Director said: “Jeremy’s knowledge of the Atlanta market, untapped skills and creative approach when it comes to content development and presentation are a great match for our morning show as well as the entire station. I couldn’t be happier to share the news of Jeremy putting on a Cumulus jersey and joining our team in Atlanta.” Powell said: “I am excited about the opportunity Sean Shannon and Scott Lindy have given me to create great radio with such high caliber personalities, Caddy and Dallas.”

Social Media, The 'Perfect Storm' For Fake News

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– In Dick Taylor's latest blog 'The Post Fact Society, ' he opines that it mattered little that most of that coverage during the presidential campaign was negative. What mattered was they spelled “Trump” correctly. Taylor adds, "Once upon a time, news came from journalists who worked for newspapers, radio and television stations. Then along came the iPhone and social media. Now the same device that could receive text, voice, pictures and video could produce it too. Social media platforms provided mass distribution without a filter (aka an editor). This provided the perfect storm for the production of fake news."

"American citizens soon learned that producing internet stories that would get lots of clicks could be profitable," adds Taylor. Even syndicated radio host Sean Hannity got snared in the volume of fake news being generated and had to apologize for using fake news stories to attack Obama." Taylor points out that things changed when things started being published digitally. "In this world, advertising paid based on clicks. Quantity beat quality. Sensational beat facts. Going viral meant big money to these new media folks. Plus the concept of “native advertising” means that advertising copy is presented to look like editorial. All of these little changes contributed to consumers becoming less and less able to tell real news from what was fake news. SEE BLOG HERE

Spencer’s Neighborhood Supports 'A Hero in Blue' For Thanksgiving; Steve Harvey Show Delivers 8,000 Turkeys In Los Angeles

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– On November 20th, a 46 year old St. Louis Police sergeant was shot in the face. The sergeant survived. The officer’s shooter was killed in a shootout with police later Sunday night. As a way to show support for this injured police officer, as well as for all men and women who serve and protect our community, the "Spencer’s Neighborhood" team members from 106.5 The Arch presented the St. Louis Metropolitan Police officer’s precinct with a Thanksgiving feast, courtesy of Honey Baked Ham. And knowing the last thing on the injured police sergeant and his family’s minds would be making a huge holiday meal, "Spencer's Neighborhood" team members also visited the injured officer and his family in their home to deliver a complete Thanksgiving dinner. The generosity provided by "Spencer's Neighborhood" was all inspired by a simple letter from a 106.5 The Arch listener with two great kids (inset).

-- The Steve Harvey Morning Show and Premiere Networks announced that 8,000 turkeys were given away as part of the Steve Harvey Morning Show Annual Turkey Give. More than 80 affiliates of the top-rated syndicated morning show gave the turkeys away to help those less fortunate celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Since the Turkey Give was launched in 2009, more than 50,000 turkeys have been provided to those in need. Harvey's show is co-hosted by Shirley Strawberry, Nephew Tommy, Carla Ferrell and Junior.

CONDOLENCES: Broadcast Legends Bob Chase & Richard “Onion” Horton Pass Away

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– Bob Chase, who started his radio career at WOWO in 1953 and was calling Komets Hockey starting in 1954 all the way up until last season, has passed away at the age of 90. Second only to Vin Scully in longevity with the same team. Chase was inducted into the Indiana Broadcasters Association Pioneers Hall of Fame in 2000, was given the Sagamore of the Wabash Award by Indiana Governor Frank O’Bannon in 2001, was a member of the Baer Field Speedway Hall of Fame (2002), was named distinguished Hoosier by governor O’Bannon in 2003, inducted into the Indiana Sportswriters and Sports Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2004, inducted into the Indiana High School Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006, was a member of the Upper Peninsula Sports Hall of Fame (2009). Chase is survived by his wife Muriel, children Michael, Kurt, Karin and David and many grandchildren. WOWO PD Ryan Wrecker produced a Bob Chase tribute which you can WATCH HERE

--Legendary St. Louis radio personality Richard “Onion” Horton has passed away after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Horton’s son Allen Horton announced his father’s passing via Facebook. According stltoday.com, His career spanned three decades at several stations – including KMOX 1160 AM, KKSS, KATZ and WESL. He’s perhaps best known for his decade-long run at WGNU 920 AM, where he hosted a daily morning drive time show starting in the mid-1980s. Horton started out writing about sports for the St. Louis American newspaper and transitioned to radio, "e didn’t last long as a sports commentator with KMOX, said Bernie Hayes, 81, who created the first African-American talk radio show in St. Louis in 1979. Hayes said Horton became a regular caller to the “Bernie Hayes Show” on KATZ 1600 AM and went on to other programs.

NETWORKS: Envision's The Chop Shop Presents 13th Annual TSO Special Free Two-Hour Show

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2016 –– For the 13th year in a row, Envision Networks® The Chop Shop Guitar Show presents an all new Trans-Siberian Orchestra Holiday Special! This FREE two-hour program is one of radio’s favorite holiday traditions and the perfect supplement for any TSO concert with music and behind the scenes details from the largest seasonal tour in the world! In 1996, a man named Paul O’Neill created the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Now, 20 years into their unparalleled career Steve Black and The Chop Shop look back at how it all started; how TSO has evolved and become one of the most dynamic and successful touring bands in the world.

Host Steve Black will dig into the archives for interviews spanning the entire 20 years, including conversations with Creator/Producer Paul O’Neill, Musical Director/Guitarist Al Pitrelli, TSO West Guitarist Angus Clark, and TSO East Guitarist and founding member Chris Caffery. Black will also include interviews with TSO East Guitarist Joel Hoekstra, and former guitar player Alex Skolnick as well as Greg Lake of E.L.P. and Lizzy Hale of Halestorm who both have made guest appearances on TSO albums. The 13th Annual Trans-Siberian Orchestra Holiday Special is available for download Nov. 23. Interested stations should contact Amber Wade at 216-831-3761 or amberw@envisionradio.com for broadcast details.

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