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Kasem's Elder Abuse Case Makes It To D.A.'s Desk

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– As iconic radio host Casey Kasem's body remains unburied and un embalmed in Norway nearly six months since he died, TMZ learned the LAPD has now submitted Casey's elder abuse investigation to the L.A. County D.A. and it targets Casey's widow Jean. This comes following an investigation that was launched after Casey's oldest children filed a police report claiming Jean caused Casey to get bed sores that became infected and contributed to his death. They claim Jean was more interested in keeping their dad from them than protecting him. Law enforcement sources told TMZ it's unlikely the D.A. will file charges against Jean because there's not enough available evidence. The kids have been fighting for a full autopsy but Jean has resisted. Reportedly, the D.A. says it does not have the case yet, but our LAPD sources say it has been submitted. Casey passed away on June 15th.

MOTION: WGCI Chicago's 'Morning Riot' Cancelled; Kenard Karter Exits Programming Post

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Big changes came down yesterday at iHeartRadio Chicago as crm.com reported cuts at both WGCI-FM/107.5WGCI and WKSC-FM/103.5 Kiss FM. Among those let go included Nina Chantele, Tony Sculfield, and Kenard Karter. Chantele has been working for Clear Channel/iHeartMedia since 2006, when she joined WKSC-FM as its midday DJ. Since April 2009, she has also been the co-host of the WGCI-FM morning show. She'll continue to contribute to WLS-TV/ABC 7 midday show "Windy City Live." Meanwhile, WGCI's "The Morning Riot" has also been canceled. That show made its debut on April 1, 2009. It teamed up a pair of local comedians: Tony Sculfield (aka Tony Sco) and Leon Rogers, as well as Nina Chantele (shown). Reportedly, no decision has yet been made on a new morning show. Tony Rogers, the sole remaining member of "The Morning Riot," will continue to fill in, along with weekend personalities. Also out is PD Kenard "K2" Karter. He began at WGCI-FM in 2004 as an overnight/weekend DJ and promotions assistant and eventually named Music Director for WGCI-FM in 2007 and adding those same duties for WKSC-FM in 2010. In the interim, Derrick Brown will handle programming. A representative for iHeartMedia Chicago told CRM hat the releases are part of the company's periodic review.

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Rob Morris Named VP/Programming For CBS Radio Miami; Cumulus Taps Dave Milner SVP/West Coast Markets; Axel Lowe Rises To PD WFTK/96 Rock Cincinnati

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Rob Morris has been named Vice President, Programming, for CBS Radio's cluster in Miami, including WPOW-FM, WKIS-FM and WQAM-AM. CBS recently acquired the Miami stations as part of a swap with Beasley Broadcasting Group. Morris most recently was VP/Programming for CBS' former stations in Tampa that included WHFS-FM/AM, WLLD-FM, WQYK-FM, WRBQ-FM, and WYUU-FM. He joined the cluster in July of this year. Prior to that, he was Operations Manager/Program Director for its Minneapolis stations KZJK-FM and KMNB-FM since 2012. During that time Morris oversaw audience share increases in key demographics of 85% and 31% for JACK FM and BUZ’N 102.9, respectively. For 17 years before he joined CBS, Morris was Music Director, Assistant Program Director, Program Director and later Operations Manager for iHeartMedia in Minneapolis. Commenting on Steve Carver who was running its operations in Tampa, CBS said Steve has been a valued member of the CBS RADIO family, having served as SVP/Market Manager for our operations in Tampa, Los Angeles, West Palm Beach and Cleveland. He has made a number of important contributions to our success over the years and it is with fondness and appreciation that we thank him for his many years of service. For the next several months Steve will be working on a number of special projects for CBS RADIO. #######Cumulus announces that it has named Dave Milner as Senior Vice President for West Coast markets. Milner joins Cumulus after two-and- a-half years as iHeartMedia’s Market President for its six-station cluster in Sacramento. Milner has over 20 years’ experience in the broadcast and media industry, holding Vice President of Sales positions at both Entercom San Francisco and Clear Channel Portland. He was also General Sales Manager of FM stations for Cumulus San Francisco. In his new role, Milner will report to Lew Dickey, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cumulus. The appointment is effective immediately. ######### Cumulus announces that it has promoted Axel Lowe to Program Director for WFTK (96 Rock) in Cincinnati. Lowe moves to his new post from Atlanta, where he most recently served Cumulus as Assistant Program Director and Afternoon Drive Personality for Rock 100.5 WNNX. Prior to that, he was Morning Show Host and Program Director of 99X in Atlanta.

BUSINESS: CBS Radio Completes Swap With Beasley

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– CBS Radio announced it has completed its deal with Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. to swap 13 mid-size market radio stations in Tampa and Charlotte as well as WIP-AM in Philadelphia for five large market stations in Philadelphia and Miami, moving forward in its strategy to grow the division’s major market presence. In the trade, CBS RADIO has acquired Philadelphia stations WRDW-FM and WXTU-FM, and Miami stations WKIS-FM, WPOW-FM and WQAM-AM. Beasley has obtained WIP-AM in Philadelphia; WHFS-AM, WHFS-FM, WLLD-FM, WQYK-FM, WRBQ-FM, and WYUU-FM in Tampa; and WBAV-FM, WBCN-AM, WFNZ-AM, WKQC-FM, WNKS-FM, WPEG-FM and WSOC-FM in Charlotte. This marks the first time CBS RADIO will operate stations in Miami, where CBS already owns two television stations. The Company operates duopolies in 15 markets nationwide, including 11 of the top 15 radio markets.

[LISTEN] Charles Barkley Rings Up 975 The Fanatic's Mikey Miss; Goes Off On Ferguson Looters

Says Without Cops, Ferguson Would Be ‘Wild, Wild West’

DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Never one to mince words, Charles Barkley rang into Mike Missanelli's show on Philadelphia’s 97.5 Fanatic and weighed in on a grand jury's decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Michael Brown. True to form, he said based on testimony, he believed the jury got it right, suggesting he believed Wilson's version of the shooting. “We have to be really careful with the cops man, because if it wasn’t for the cops we would be living in the Wild, Wild West in our neighborhoods ... Do you know how bad some of these neighborhoods would be if it wasn’t for the cops?” Barkley asked. As for the burning of businesses that following the verdict, Barkley called those who rioted after the decision was announced "scumbags," and said "There is no excuse for people to be out there burning down people's businesses, burning down police cars." Barkley said. “That serves no purpose whatsoever.” LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

Reba To Receive First-Ever NASH Icon Award During ACCA's

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Reba McEntire will receive the first-ever NASH Icon Award, which will be presented during the inaugural American Country Countdown Awards, airing Monday, Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. According to countryweekly.com, Reba holds title to 35 No. 1 singles, 56 million albums sold globally and the most tickets sold among female performers. During the awards ceremony, which will be hosted by Florida Georgia Line, Reba will be honored with tribute performances of some of her classic hits by Miranda Lambert and Kelly Clarkson. Additionally, Reba’s friend and American Country Countdown host Kix Brooks will present her with the honor. “Besides being one of the classiest people to ever grace Nashville, Tennessee, Reba has not just done it her way, but she’s gotten all of her recognition the old-fashioned way,” says Kix. “She’s earned it and I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to tour with her dragging 21 trucks and 19 buses around, and to hear her sing by the campfire," says Kix. "Besides being a talented actor and host, she is seriously one of the best singers I’ve ever heard. Reba recently signed a new recording contract with Nash Icon Music, a label partnership between Big Machine Label Group and Cumulus, which created the NASH Icon radio format. PHOTO/Facebook - Russ Harrington

Alpha Media Portland To Use Drones For Station Events

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Alpha Media Portland announced they have entered into an exclusive partnership with Aerial Technology International, local drone company. This partnership will include the use of drones for contesting, promotions and content. Vice President of Programming, Phil Becker said, “Alpha Media is the nation’s first broadcast group to use drone technology as a way to connect with our local audiences. From doing ticket drops to broadcasting concerts, we’ll continue to fly high above our competition.” "We are very excited to be working with Alpha Media and together, we intend to bring a whole new perspective to breaking news and live events. It is the perfect partnership between two, progressive and visionary companies,” added Stephen Burtt, Co-Founder/Co-Owner of Aerial Technology International. Alpha Media Executive VP of Programming, Scott Mahalick said, “Alpha continues to innovate by launching the world’s first radio drone. I’m proud to be working with such a visionary team of people leading the broadcast industry in America."

Boomer Esiason & Katharine McPhee To Host CBS' Super Bowl's Greatest Commercials 2015

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– Boomer Esiason, one half of the hugely popular Boomer & Carton Show CBS' The Fan/NYC along with 'Scorpion' star Katherine McPhee are set to host an interactive countdown special where viewers will be able to vote LIVE on their favorite Super Bowl Commercials. The show will air on Monday, Jan. 26 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. According to broadwayworld.com, this one-hour special, now in its 15th year, will originate from The University of Phoenix Stadium, home of "Super Bowl XLIX." Beginning today, viewers can vote for their favorite Super Bowl commercials, pitting "Old School" against "New School." Esaison selected his favorite "Old School" commercials which include Coke's "Mean Joe Greene" and Pepsi's "Cindy Crawford Classic," and McPhee will cheer on her "New School" picks such as the Doritos "Sling-Shot Baby" and VW's "The Force." These commercials go head-to-head on www.cbs.com/superbowl/commercials, where fans are able to vote to determine the top two SUPER BOWL commercials. One "Old School" and one "New School" commercial will advance to the live vote during the broadcast, when viewers will decide the outcome and the winner will be revealed at the end of the show. For the past 13 years, Esiason has called games for Westwood One Radio Sports "Monday Night Football" broadcasts, teaming with Marv Albert for eight of those years. Esiason debuted as host of WFAN's BOOMER AND CARTON IN THE MORNING on Sept. 4, 2007. The radio show began simulcasting and debuted on Jan. 6, 2014 on the CBS Sports Network.

Sweden Mulls FM Radio Switch Off Date

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– As some debate the future of AM, check it out: the FM signal should be turned off by 2022, according to a government-funded report looking at Sweden's digital switchover strategy. FM radio should be replaced by digital radio within the next eight years in order to make more channels available for commercial networks and the country's public service broadcaster Sveriges Radio, reports thelocal.se It's not clear how ministers will react to the findings, with Prime Minister Stefan Löfven's party having previously argued against the digital radio switchover, saying it would be too expensive. Hundreds of sites around Sweden would require new specially designed radio masts. Writing in the Dagens Nyheter newspaper, Associate Professor Nina Wormbs from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology who led the study said: "Radio is a form of media that should be given the best possible conditions in a democratic information society. It should have its own digital distribution platform that makes it possible for everyone to everywhere listen easily and without having to pay extra." Following the switchover, Sweden could host up to 60 digital radio stations, she argued. Opponents to the plan have raised concerns about adapting cars which are currently fitted with FM radios. They have argued that the move is unnecessary with increasing numbers of people already choosing to listen to radio stations via the internet, where there is no limit to the number of channels available to consumers. PHOTO/shutterstock - READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

EVENTS: UNLV Students Join With Dr. Daliah To Help Underserved Kids; WBZ's Jordan Rich Reaches Out For Help With Boston's Children's Hospital

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 2ND, 2014 –– The UNLV students of the Association of Pre-health Profressionals (pre med/dental/nursing) students are shown here giving a $400 check to Community Outreach Medical Center's free pediatric clinic to helptreat underserved kids. Dr. Daliah Wachs, MD, radio host on The GCN Network says, "If these kids are our future, its looking amazingly bright!!! ######### Meanwhile, WBZ's Jordan Rich, a staunch supporter of Boston Children’s Hospital says they rely on donations to continue the critical task of healing sick kids. He's asking for help. "In return for your kindness, I’ll send you a copy of “For the Children XV,” my latest booklet of inspiring stories, poetry, recipes, humor and photographs. Please send your donation of $20.00 (or whatever you can afford) payable to BOSTON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

Susan Boyle Lands First Boyfriend At 53; Madonna Goes Topless For 'Interview'

Chris Rock Talks Cosby, Ferguson And More With New York Magazine - [NYM]

HIDE THE CHILDREN - Madonna Drops Top In 'Interview' *NSFW* - [REFINERY]

UH OH: Magazine Accidentally Had Kirk Douglas Dead; Radio Host Saved Post - [MEDIAITE]

IT'S OFFICIALLY, OFFICIAL: Kathy Griffin To Host "Fashion Police' - [E ONLINE]

David Muir To Host Social Media Newscast On Facebook - [THE WRAP]

Scarlett Johansson Officially Off The Market - [PEOPLE]

Susan Boyle Lands First Boyfriend At 53 - [ACCESS HOLLYWOOD]

Bette Midler Wants Ariana Grande's Forgiveness For Birthday - [CELEBUZZ]

Cosby Steps Down From Temple U's Board - [TIME]

Victoria Secret's Angels Invade London - [NEW YORK POST]

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Star 94.5 Orlando Becomes Latest Station Flipping To Throwback Hip Hop and R&B

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Cox Media Group (CMG) Orlando’s STAR 94.5 is now “Orlando’s Throwback Hip Hop and R&B” radio station featuring artist like Notorious B.I.G, R. Kelly, Tupac, Mary J. Blige, Jay Z, Missy Elliot, LL Cool J and many more artist with big hits from the 90’s and the early 2000’s. “STAR has been a ratings and community leader in Central Florida. To continue to dominate in that leading position, we must evolve to the marketplace and our listeners needs”, says STAR 94.5 Program Director, Michael Saunders. Michael adds, “Today is such an exciting day for STAR 94.5 and our team. This evolution will help continue STAR’s dominance in Urban and the overall market staying true to who we are while updating the format." STAR 94.5 kicked off its throwback era just in time to celebrate the holidays with listeners.

Phil Hendrie Files Suit Against Impersonators On The Internet

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Longtime radio host/satirist and actor, Phil Hendrie, has filed a lawsuit in a California Superior Court claiming that impersonators used his name and other information to create accounts on social media sites to spread false information regarding the memberships. According to courthousenews.com, he suing 'as-yet unknown defendants' for allegedly impersonating him in an effort to torpedo his new, internet-only "Phil Hendrie Show." In his suit he says some posts falsely advised members to cancel their backstage pass memberships because his web site had been hacked which placed their financial information at risk.. The impersonators also made lewd and lascivious comments to third parties, Hendrie added. "These communications have been made in an effort to humiliate, threaten and intimidate Hendrie and with the specific intent of causing him emotional distress and damaging Hendrie's commercial endeavors including, but not limited to, the disruption of and dissemination of false information regarding the Backstage Pass memberships offered through the Website," the complaint says. Hendrie is seeking punitive and exemplary damages, and injunctive relief on claims the defendants misappropriated his name and likeness, internet impersonation in violation of California law, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Cumulus Toledo's Andy Stuart Banks Future Success On Proven Talent Hires

Grizzly Brown Crosses Over To WXXR 94.5 From WIOT-FM

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Half a year into his job as regional VP/market manager for Cumulus Media Toledo, Andy Stuart (L), sat down with The Toledo Blade and pointed to some of his top talent hires as leading the way for his cluster's future success. Among them includes Denny Schaffer (below L) coming back to the market from New Orleans as host of a morning talk show on Adult Top- 40 WWWM-FM 105.5 (Star 105). He also hired Johny D (below R) from WPFX-FM 107.7 (The Wolf) to handle afternoon driven Star 105, as well. He replaced longtime sports-talk personality Norm Wamer on WLQR-FM 106.5 (The Ticket) with Bob Frantz, who had a morning show on WSPD-AM from 2003-2005. And in what he describes as his final big personnel move for now is Grizzly Brown from WIOT-FM 104.7 to WXKR-FM 94.5, where he'll host afternoons beginning today, December 1st.. Stuart also made a format change to Cumulus’ Monroe station, as WMIM-FM My 98.3 went from adult contemporary to WMIM-FM 98.3 the Nash Icon format. With regard to the talent hires, he tells the Blade, "I’m just trying to find the best people I know. These are great announcers. These are great people. ... I built that team to begin with. I see them more as people I know real well, and nurtured and grew, and worked with and went through a lot of hard times with and a lot of good times with and know that they’re a proven talent. READ COMPLETE INTERVIEW HERE

MOTION: CMG Miami Taps Felisha Monet For Afternoon Drive On WEDR-FM 99 Jamz

MIAMI – Dec. 1, 2014 – Cox Media Group (CMG) Miami has named Felisha Monet as its new afternoon drive host for WEDR-FM 99 Jamz. Monet has been with Jamz for more than five years, most recently hosting the No. 1 night show in the city, The Take Over on 99 Jamz, for the past two years “Felisha is such a key player here at Cox Media Group Miami, she approaches each day with amazing energy and passion,” said CMG Miami VP and General Manager Rob Babin. “It is very exciting to see her take on this new role on 99 Jamz!” sMonet made her radio debut after moving to Tallahassee, Fla. in 2001. A local DJ noticed her working at a mall job and thought her charismatic personality was better served gracing the airwaves than selling sneakers. She became a regular voice on Tallahassee’s HOT 105.7. She later worked for WBWT 100.7 The Beat before joining the CMG Miami team on 99 Jamz. “I am humbled and excited to accept the new position of afternoons,” said Monet. “I would like to thank CMG’s radio leadership team Derrick Baker, Rob Babin Tony Kidd, Steve Smith and Kim Guthrie for this amazing opportunity!”

Hosts Facing Dismissal For Refusing To Play Christmas Music

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Christmas stunt? Maybe not as a couple of British hosts have apparently been threatened with being fired for refusing to play Christmas tunes on their show. As Jockline reported last week, Robin Banks and Neil Veglio, of Jack FM in Reading Berks have a list of banned songs including Slade’s Merry Xmas Everybody, Wham’s Last Christmas and the Pogues’ Fairytale of New York, reports the Daily Mirror. They have refused to play 'annoying' songs on their morning show until at least December 23. “It’s a point of difference,” Banks told the Mirror. 'Every other station in the area is playing those Christmas songs. If you really want to hear them, tune across to them.” Gavin Harris, who runs Jack FM, added said: “I’m determined to give listeners what they would expect to hear. “I think they would expect to hear Christmas songs throughout December. We’ll be following suitable disciplinary procedures if need be, but I’m confident we’ll be playing Christmas Rapping, All I Want for Christmas and Stop the Cavalry before too long.” WHAT DO YOU THINK? If you had a choice, when would you begin to play Christmas music? Tell us HERE

American Life's 'Serial' Raising The Bar On Podcast's Popularity

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Have you tuned into the podcast 'Serial.' If so, you're not alone. According to iowapublicradio.com, every week, a million and a half people are listening to this murder investigation unfold. It's from the creators of "This American Life." Also unfolding is proof that more and more Americans are consuming audio this way. According to dailydot.com, Serial’s producer Dana Chivvis says 'the podcast format was ideal for the show’s investigative, longform approach, and that “radio shows and podcasts are sort of rethinking the business side ..." The show, which debuted Oct. 3, is hosted and executive produced by This American Life producer Sarah Koenig (inset), with co-executive producer Julie Snyder and This American Life host Ira Glass as editorial advisor. Over the course of a season, they'll tell a story in serialized form, complete with cliffhangers, character development, and plot twists. It’s sort of like a TV show, but you can’t binge-watch this one." Mark McCreary is the CEO of the ad firm PodTrac. He says Advertisers know what the audience likes about the podcast is, in a big way, the host of the show. And so to hear what the host of the show thinks about their product or service makes a big impact. NPR's Jon Kalish adds, "Internet availability in automobiles is increasing. Drivers of newer models can pair their smart phones with their car's sound system via Bluetooth technology. This means more and more Americans may be listening to podcasts instead of the radio in their cars. READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

Radio's Beloved Breaking And Entering Christmas Approaches 20-Year Mark

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Considered by many as the grand poobah of all Christmas stuntery, Jeff & Jer's Breaking & Entering now approaches the 20 year mark. This holiday favorite involves a (legal) break-in of a family in need's home and filling it with gifts galore - jobs, a cars often included. The concept's creator, Tommy Sablan tells Jockline it all started when hetold Jeff and Jer prior to 1996 'let's do something with the name Breaking and Entering Christmas. Then, one day on the air a man who just lost his job called us right before Christmas and was asking if we could find him a job or get him a job interview. He was a single dad with two little daughters. We got him the job interview that morning during the show and when he was gone, I broke into his home LITERALLY and set up a tree and bought bikes and groceries and that was the birth of Jeff and Jer's Breaking and Entering Christmas." Among the first shows to perform B&E with Sablan's blessing included Ace and TJ, MOJO in Detroit and The Kidd Kraddick Show. Now, there's stations in DC and Tulsa and Oklahoma City and many other markets. So, how do they set up the break-in? "I get help from the person that usually tells us about the family. I get them out of the house by setting them up with breakfast at a nearby restaurant. When they leave, I go in. I go in several different ways, but what is cool about it is that I have the local police standing by helping out. So, it's like a reverse break in. The police department even guards the home when we leave and they patrol until the family comes home," says Sablan. 'Out of respect and to stay true to my role as the producer of Jeff and Jer, I always call it Jeff and Jer's Breaking and Entering Christmas, but Jeff and Jer out of respect to me, call it Little Tommy's Breaking and Entering Christmas. I believe it is one in the same now," he adds. Sablan jokes "Breaking and Entering Christmas will be on my headstone when I die. I am so proud of this. It is so big that I have taught my two children how to do it in case I die. It will go on even when I am long gone ... My goal is to have this happen in every state. If you do a morning show, my email is Tommy@KyXy.com … I'll show you how to do it." Jeff and Jer Showgram on KyXy 96.5. Photo by Martin Mann — with Laura Cain, Randy Hoag, Emily Griffiths and Martin Mann.

20,000 Bikes Later, JB And Sandy’s 'Bikes For Kids' Campaign Returns

THE MOUTH, DECEMBER 1ST, 2014 –– Longtime Austin morning hosts JB Hager and Sandy McIlree have helped give away almost 20,000 bicycles to needy children over the years, according to tvradio.blog. Having joined 105.3 Fringe FM last Sping after nearly 20 years at crosstown Mix, they said reviving their annual Bikes for Kids campaign was a top priority. Hager said listeners and area companies have donated approximately $2 million to the campaign — enough to buy about 20,000 bikes. According to the report, JB & Sandy kicked off the campaign right before Thanksgiving. “We’re trying to do a lot in a very short amount of time,” Hager said. “This is a reset of sorts for us. We’re hoping to grow it back to where it was before.” For the first time, this year JB & Hager said they hope to deliver many of the bikes themselves. In past years, volunteers handed out bikes and helmets. We never really got a chance to see where the bikes went before,” Hager said. “By the time we were off the air, everyone was gone.”

Bob Dylan Gives First Interview In Ten Years For 'Basement Tapes' Feature

Shia LaBeouf Says He Was Raped During Performance - [THE GUARDIAN]

Bob Dylan Gives First Audio Interview In Ten Years In 'Basement Tapes' - [MUSIC TIMES]

Mel B Admits To One-Time Relationship With A Woman - [HEAT WORLD]

Snooki And Jionni LaValle Get Hitched - [MTV]

[WATCH] Michael Douglas Sneaks Up On His Dad - [ET]

UH OH: Homeless Man Says He Was Paid To Throw Fight With Mickey Rourke - [DAILY MAIL]

Check Out Jake Gyllenhaal's Incredible Transformation For 'Southpaw' Film - [DEADLINE]