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EDISON STUDY: Listeners Switch 22 Times Per Commute

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– Even as in-car audio use continues to evolve, Americans remain “button punchers,” show a new study from Edison Research. Nearly 75% of those who consume audio in the car are likely to switch at least occasionally over the course of their commute. The average user of AM/FM radio switches the station 22 times per commute, while those using other platforms switch an average of 9.3 times per commute. That’s just one of the findings of Edison Research’s “Hacking the Commuter Code,” a first-of-its-kind national survey of those who commute 20 minutes or more daily, alone in a car or truck.

New methodology from Edison allowed them to capture the actual, second-by-second behavior of commuters across the country. “Hacking the Commuter Code” finds that there is a wide variance in behavior among in-car audio users, with results depending on age, the type of content being consumed (e.g., music vs. spoken-word), and access to streaming or satellite radio or integrated multi-media systems. Edison president Larry Rosin (shown) says, “This is an entirely new research design to help answer definitively what has only been speculated about until now. We’re confident that ‘Hacking the Commuter Code’ will take its place alongside Edison’s ‘Share of Ear’ and ‘Infinite Dial’ studies. For the full study, contact info@edisonresearch.com - READ MORE HERE

Kasper Takes Afternoons At CBS Radio's US99.5 Chicago

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– CBS Radio Chicago announced that Kasper has been named the afternoon drive personality at WUSN-FM / US99.5, beginning Wednesday, Apr. 20. “I have been a fan of Kasper’s for many years, and I’m very excited to have him join the air staff at US99.5,” said Jeff Kapugi, CBS Radio Vice President, Country Programming and Program Director. Kasper joins a lineup featuring Lisa and Ray in the morning, mid-day host Drew Walker and ‘Jax’ at night.

Kasper comes to US99.5 after hosting afternoons in Richmond, VA for the past three years. Prior to that, he worked at a number of stations in Cleveland, OH and Philadelphia, PA where he held several positions including Music Director, Night Show Host, amongst others. Kasper’s radio career began in Youngstown at the age of 17 when he got an internship with a local station.

Kelly Carls Announce Retirement From iHeart Louisville

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– iHeartMedia Louisville announced that after 18 years with NewsRadio 840 WHAS, Program Director Kelly Carls, will retire in August. Carls joined WHAS in April of 1998 as the Program Director. He then went on to serve iHeartMedia in various capacities, including Operations Manager of the Louisville cluster, Regional Senior Vice-President of Programming and National News/Talk Brand Manager.

“I have been working since the age of 16. Now, I’m ready to relax and have some fun,” said Carls. “I am very grateful to iHeartMedia for their support and thank all the wonderful people I have been privileged to work with over the years.” iHeartMedia Louisville will soon begin an active search for a Carls’ replacement. NewsRadio 840 WHAS continues to rank as one of the most listened-to news/talk radio brands in America.

WABC's Joan Hamburg To Receive 'Gracies' Lifetime Achievement Award

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– Author and acting great, Alan Alda , will present Joan Hamburg with the award which recognizes exemplary programming created by women, for women and about women in all facets of media. “It is a privilege for the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation to recognize the enormous contributions and impact of Joan Hamburg as our 2016 Lifetime Achievement recipient ,” stated Kristen Welch, AWMF Chair and SVP, Global Content Operations at Discove ry Communications. “ Her accomplishments and the personal impact she has made on countless women in radio and in all forms of media has laid the path for generations to come.” Hamburg is a familiar and award - winning voice in New York radio, best known for her years spent as host of “The Joan Hamburg Show.” Known as New York’s “First Lady of Radio,” Hamburg was inducted into the New York State Broadcasters’ Hall of Fame in 2012 and was named “New Yorker of the Year” by the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce due to her dedication in improving the quality of lives for those throughout the New York metropolitan area.

“The significance of a Lifetime Achievement award is unto its elf an amazing achievement,” said Mary Berner, CEO and President of Cumulus Media. “Joan Hamburg is the first lady of New York radio and we at Cumulus, Westwood One and WABC are privileged to work with her.

BUSINESS: Futuri Acquires Alberta-Based StreamOn

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– Futuri Media has acquired Edmonton, Alberta-based StreamOn, which specializes in serving the radio broadcasting industry with integrated streaming, podcasting and social media technologies. StreamOn’s co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Andrew Snook has assumed the new post of Vice President, Streaming Systems at Futuri. The firm’s HTTP live streaming (HLS) continues to play through internet slowdowns and offers consumers one-click tune-in with no app download required.

“To bring StreamOn’s innovations into the Futuri fold is a perfect match,” said Daniel Anstandig, CEO, Futuri Media. “We are like-minded in providing state-of-the-industry tools to broadcasters, and the StreamOn team has the vision to see where the puck is headed in terms of streaming and social.

Benztown Teams With Enco For New Radio Production Endeavor

--Benztown has partnered with top broadcasting automation technology company ENCO Systems, Inc. to launch the industry’s first radio automation system that is fully integrated with Benztown’s 13 production and imaging libraries. The new system enables seamless, intuitive and quick radio production and imaging that provides radio producers and air talent with immediate access to Benztown’s production library content, including automated customized content updates pushed out to stations per their specifications in real time.

Dave “Chachi” Denes, Benztown President, said: "This is the first time that production libraries have ever been integrated into an automation system for radio production. Producers save time and hassle with this new ENCO system pre-loaded with great Benztown content that is updated in real time and pushed out to producers per their content specifications, for a dashboard that is truly next-generation: customized, intuitive, quick and easy, with no separate downloading of content. It’s all there at the touch of a button.”

Top Podcaster Adam Carolla To Host Interactive Building Talk Show On Spike

He'll Take On Building Projects With Celebrity Friends

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– Long before radio, Adam Carolla was into building things. Now, the top rated podcaster is set to air 'Adam Carolla And Friends Build Stuff,' a live 10-episode series from Spike and Talking Dead producers Embassy Row, slated to premiere in 2017.

The Wrap reports Spike TV has officially shuttered Adam Carolla‘s “Catch a Contractor,” but the cable channel’s ordered a new series that combines his comedy and carpentry expertise. “Adam Carolla and Friends Build Stuff Live” will feature Carolla taking on building projects with celebrity friends in need of his carpentry expertise,

The Viacom network will team up with the producers of “Talking Dead” for the 10-episode 2017 series. Called the “Podcast King” by laying claim to the most downloaded podcast, Carolla (“The Adam Carolla Show”) is a master carpenter and spent much of his young adult life on construction sites.

[WATCH] Charlotte Co-Host Discovers She's Pregnant Live On The Radio

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– Morning radio is known as a place where top show members often reveal their most personal info. Now you can add pregnancy tests results to the list. This week on KISS95.1/Charlotte's The Maney, Roy and LauRen Show," LauRen found out she was pregnant live on the air!

LauRen mentioned she was feeling sick for the last month and had some other pregnancy symptoms so Roy and Maney asked her to take a test right then. She did, and a full celebration followed.

LauRen's road to becoming a mom has been a long one and was a major story line on our show, so this moment was and will continue to be amazing! "The outpouring of support and congratulations has been incredible! I'm happy so and can't wait for 9 week break from Maney and Roy haha!" - LauRen - WATCH HERE

PHOTO OP: USA Radio's Rusty Humphries Goes Blue Collar; WHO's Simon Conway Raises $75,000 For Puppy Jake Foundation

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– SVP of Programming for USA Radio and host of Trending Today USA, Rusty Humphries hosts Jeff Foxworthy and Larry The Cable Guy at their show in Phoenix, Az. Trending Today USA with Rusty Humphries, debuted Jan 9th and is quickly closing in on 50 affiliates.

--Simon Conway (upper right), afternoon host at WHO/DES MOINES went on the road yesterday and hosted his show from the annual Puppy Jake Foundation fundraiser. More than $75,000 was raised while he was on the air. He's pictured with one of the Service dogs in training - CHRIS KYLE - named for the American Sniper. Puppy Jake Foundation is dedicated to helping military veterans through the assistance of well bred, socialized and professionally trained service dogs and is Conway's chosen charity for his show.

NETWORKS: Country Classic's Rick Jackson Pays Tribute To Merle Haggard; Pulse To Provide Photos From RRHOF Induction

THE MOUTH, APRIL 8TH, 2016 –– The United Stations Radio Networks shifted its programming lineup in order to pay tribute to Merle Haggard on its weekly program “Rick Jackson’s Country Classics.” The music of Merle Haggard, the Country Music legend who passed away this week at the age of 79, is regularly spotlighted on Rick Jackson’s show, and the installment of the series airing the weekend of April 23 and 24 will be a special tribute to the late artist.. The episode will be titled "Sing Me Back Home: A Tribute to Merle Haggard," and the program will be comprised of Merle’s greatest hits along with some high-profile duets and some tribute songs.

Rick Jackson’s Country Classics is programmed, written and hosted by Rick Jackson who also serves its executive producer. His original “Country Hall of Fame” show began airing in 1987 on KYGO. A few stations picked the show up during the 90s and the program went into full national distribution in 2000.

Meanwhile, affiliates of the Pulse of Radio show prep can look forward to more behind-the-scenes coverage of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction than ever before. This year, stations will be able to download exclusive backstage images captured by a United Stations photographer. Additionally, producer Howie Edelson will be attending the event on behalf of Pulse to gather event audio and backstage interviews. The 31st Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at Barclays Center on Friday, April 8. This year’s inductees are Cheap Trick, Chicago, Deep Purple, N.W.A. and Steve Miller. For more info, contact Andy Denemark at 212.536.3603 or andyd@unitedstations.com

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Ryan Manno Joins The Ellen K Show As Senior Producer On KOST 103.5 L.A.

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– Looks like Ellen K will be joined by yet another Ryan. KOST 103.5, Los Angeles announced that Ryan Manno has been named the new Senior Producer for The Ellen K Morning Show. Manno will also serve as an on-air contributor for KOST 103.5. Manno previously served as a weekend on-air personality for Los Angeles sister station ALT 98.7 and as midday host for ALT 102.9 in Seattle. Born in Chicago, Manno began his career in the market as an on-air personality and producer. He also hosted NBC Chicago’s JBTV, during which time the show earned two Emmy Award nominations.

“Ryan's morning show experience and warm personality make a great addition to the morning family we are building at KOST 103.5,” said Ellen K, on-air host of The Ellen K Morning Show. “I'm thrilled that he's with us!” “ The Ellen K Morning Show debuted on October 19, 2015 on KOST 103.5.

MOTION: Ryan 'Ryno' Kliesch Takes Over Mornings At KKMJ-FM Austin; Ryan Cameron Extends With V-103 Atlanta

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– Entercom Austin and Majic 95.5 KKMJ-FM, Austin, TX announced that Ryan “Ryno” Kliesch has been named the new host of mornings on Majic, weekdays from 5:30am-10:00am CST, and will make his debut on Monday, April 11. Ryan heads to Austin from Denver where he hosted mornings on Country KYGO. Prior to that, Kliesch spent 10 years on Top 40 WRVW (107.5 The River) and Country WSIX (The Big 98) Nashville. “I couldn't be more thrilled to be joining Entercom Austin and to be a part of this heritage radio station,” said Kliesch. “It's great to finally get the opportunity to work with PD Nikki Nite and be close to family."

AJC's Rodney Ho reports that Ryan Cameron has inked an extension V-103. Cameron on-air presence in Atlanta dates back to the early 1990s on both V-103 and Hot. He was morning host at Hot from 1995 to 2003 and then moved to V-103 in 2004 to do afternoons from 2003 until 2012 when Frank Ski left. For the past three years, Cameron has led mornings at V-103. He's now joined by Wanda Smith as co-host.

PROGRAMMING: Anthony 'Twitch' Longo Appointed OM And Morning Host For Cumulus' Lexington, KY Cluster

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media had named Anthony “Twitch” Longo to the newly created position of Operations Manager for its five-station cluster in Lexington, KY. Longo has been with WXZZ for the past 12 years as Morning Drive Personality, and his show is heard nationwide each morning through Westwood One.

Longo was promoted to WXZZ Program Director in 2011, and has distinguished himself in the market through ratings success and a yearly food drive that he organizes that has raised $1 million for Lexington food banks.

Ace & TJ Celebrate 18 Years In Charlotte

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– On Wednesday, 4/6, The Ace & TJ Show celebrated 18 years on morning radio in Charlotte, NC. The show’s first broadcast in Charlotte was April 6th in 1998 and after 13 years at WNKS, they moved to their current radio home, iHeart Media’s Channel 96-1, in January 2012.

“It’s hard to believe that not only are we still employed after 18 years, but we still have great ratings.” – Ace: “I’m so thankful to have been in such a wonderful market long enough for the clothes I wore on the air the first day to have come back in style.” –

Now in its 18th year of syndication, The Ace & TJ Show syndicate to The “South” Eastern seaboard and Panther crazy fans in Charlotte, Columbia (SC), the Greenville’s (North & South Carolina), Winchester (VA), Birmingham (AL) and many more. Syndication information available by emailing Adam Goodman at AGoodman@AceTJ.com.

EXECUTIVE ACTIONS: Chris Kenney Rises To VP/MM Cumulus Wilkes-Barre Cluster; Hiram Lazar Joins Compass Media As CFO

Cumulus Media announces that it has promoted 15-year radio sales executive Chris Kenney to Vice President/Market Manager for Cumulus’ five-station cluster in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Kenney was previously General Sales Manager for Cumulus in Harrisburg PA, and was Sales Manager for Cumulus-Wilkes-Barre. He has also held media sales positions including: Regional Account Manager for Comcast Spotlight in Harrisburg, Senior Account Manager for Entercom in Wilkes-Barre, and Local Sales Manager for Nextar Broadcasting Group’s WBRE TV. Kenney holds a B.S. degree in Mass Communications from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.

--Hiram Lazar has joined Compass Media Networks as its Chief Financial Officer. Lazar past stint have included CFO of Dial Global from 2001-2011 and CFO and CAO at Westwood One from 2011-2014. Most recently, Lazar served as CFO for Monroe College. "There are many financial executives that can balance a checkbook but very few who appreciate the fundamentals of running a business," said Compass Media Networks CEO/Founder Peter Kosann.

Former Cleveland Host Facing Money Laundering Charges For Stealing Donations From Fundraiser

Released By 92.3 The Fan Earlier This Week Says Station Spox

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– A former Cleveland sports radio producer and on-air host is facing criminal charges after police say he stole more than $7,000 from a fundraiser he started for a woman suffering from cystic fibrosis.

cleveland.com reports that Joseph Gerard Spooner, known to listeners of 92.3 The Fan as "J.G. Spooner" funneled donations made last year to the GoFundMe campaign into his personal bank account, according to police reports. He now faces a charge of money laundering.

He was arrested Tuesday and released after he posted bond. Spooner was released by 92.3 The Fan earlier this week, according to a station spox. Police launched an investigation in February after they were tipped off by the family of 35-year-old Allyson Thadeus-Zappe. Thadeus-Zappe, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, died in July 2015. Investigators say on March 24 they obtained statements from Spooner's personal bank account and found 37 deposits that matched the dates and dollar amounts associated with GoFundMe donations. Police called Spooner on March 25 and asked him to come to the police department for an interview. He said he would call back, but they never heard from him. Detectives handed over their investigative materials to the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office, who recommended that Spooner face criminal charges. Police obtained a warrant for Spooner's arrest April 1. He turned himself in on Tuesday of this week. PHOTO/police

Nominees Revealed For American Country Countdown Awards

THE MOUTH, APRIL 7TH, 2016 –– Country Weekly reports the final list of nominees for the 2016 American Country Countdown Awards has been revealed, with Luke Bryan snagging seven nominations to lead an all-star field. Luke is nominated for Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, twice for Song of the Year (“Home Alone Tonight” with Karen Fairchild and “Strip It Down”), Album of the Year (Kill the Lights), Digital Song of the Year (“Kick the Dust Up”) and Touring Artist of the Year.

Following closely behind Luke are Sam Hunt with five nominations, Thomas Rhett and Zac Brown Band with four each and Florida Georgia Line with three. Carrie Underwood is featured in two categories (Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year for Storyteller), and has also been added as a performer on the show, joining Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett and more. Additional nominees include Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Garth Brooks, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert and Shania Twain, among others. Interestingly, Chris Stapleton is not nominated in the Male Vocalist of the Year category—and award he has already won twice in the past year—but he is named for Album of the Year.

The American Country Countdown Awards are based on the long-running radio countdown show American Country Countdown with Kix Brooks, and will air live from The Forum in Los Angeles on May 1st at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. The two-hour event will be the first country awards show to air from Los Angeles in more than 10 years, and this year’s host and additional performers will be announced soon.