Shooting Victim Tells Todd Schnitt: He Wants To Talk To The Shooter" [AUDIO]
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Shortly after foot surgery on Monday, Aurora, CO shooting victim, Pierce O’Farrill (shown) told Compass syndicated radio host, Todd Schnitt, that he wants to talk to the shooter, James Holmes. In the well publicized interview with The Schnitt Show, O’Farrill, who was shot three times, recalls the in chilling detail the events of that night and told Schnitt, “I would like to talk to him. I do forgive him.” As for the death penalty, O’Farrill says, “I don’t think he should have the death penalty. Lif in prison would be a more suitable sentence.” In spite the shooting, he is still a staunch proponent of the Second Amendment. O’Farill was among the 58 victims who survived the shooting. LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE
Gabe Hobbs Teams With Don Anthony For 4th Annual Talk Show Boot Camp
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –- Talentmasters™, presenter of the highly acclaimed Morning Show Boot Camp™(MSBC), publisher of The Morning Mouth™ and Jockline Daily™, are pleased to announce that Gabe Hobbs of Gabe Hobbs Media, one of radio's fastest growing and most respected names in talent development and media innovation, will team with Don Anthony to co-present The 4th Annual Talk Show Boot Camp™ (TSBC), set for November 16-17, 2012 at the luxurious Westin Canal Place Hotel in New Orlean's French Quarter. "Gabe is a truly a talk guru," says event host Don Anthony. "I know of no one who is more respected or accomplished in the talk arena than Hobbs. His track record for discovering, developing and working with some of the biggest and most successful personalities in talk, makes him the perfect partner for Talk Show Boot Camp IV, Anthony added. "Don's 'Boot Camp's have long been known as one of the most uniquely focused events in radio ... The talk radio landscape is changing rapidly. With the incredible growth of sports radio plus the inevitable diversity of talk formats on the horizon, being part of a forum that caters specifically to both current and future stars of spoken-word made this an easy choice. REGISTRATION FOR TALK SHOW BOOT CAMP IV IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Jesse Lozano Joins Delana At Star 94.1 San Diego For Mornings; Continues At KIIS-FM
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Star 94.1 (KMYI-FM)/San Diego announced that Jesse Lozano (shown) will co-host with Star 94.1 personality Delana Bennettin the Morning on Star 94.1, airing weekdays from 6:00 to 10:00 a.m. starting Monday July 30, 2012. Jesse will also continue with his successful live afternoon drive show on KIIS-FM in Los Angeles. On adding Jesse Lozano to the Star 94.1 family, Program Director, Jimmy Steele said, "We couldn't be more excited about having Jesse join Star 94.1 in mornings, teaming up with Delana! Jesse is amazingly talented, works hard at his passion, and delivers a sincere love for our listeners and advertisers alike. I look forward to the entertainment that lies ahead! Known to San Diegans as Boy Toy Jesse, he began his radio career as an intern at Channel 933 (KHTS-FM) in 1999. Within a few years, his talent and enthusiasm landed him a position on Channel 933’s morning show and eventually his own midday show. In 2006 Jesse accepted a position with KIIS-FM in Los Angeles as their afternoon drive host. Jesse follows AJ Machado who exited the show last week.
BURNS STUDY: Girls Just Want To Have Fun
On-Air Fun By Morning Radio Shows Matter To Female Top 40 Listeners
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Apparently, Cyndi Lauper's (shown) '83 hit had it right after all. Girls do want to have fun, especially when it comes to their favorite morning radio shows. According to the latest data from Alan Burns study of women, the closer you get to the heart of Top 40's consumer base, the more important entertaining personalities become - especially in the morning. That conclusion is among the data to be presented this week from Alan Burns and Associates. 7 out of 10 women between 15 and 54 say that a significant reason for listening to the radio is that “some of the people on the radio are entertaining” and CEO Alan Burns says the closer to Top 40's core listener you look, the more important personalities become.“When you start narrowing your focus, from all women to Top 40 cumers, to its P1s, and finally to its Heavy/Deep listeners, every step along that path increases the degree to which women strongly agree with the ‘entertaining people’ statement” said Burns. Burns and Associates surveyed over 2,000 women for this year’s national study of women’s Radio, Music, and Digital Media attitudes and behavior. Results are being revealed in a series of free webinars presented by Triton Digital, with this week’s “Top 40 Deep Dive” scheduled for Thursday at 3:30pm Eastern. For more info, contact Alan Burns and Associates at (251) 980-7070.
Drew Carey Plays 'Price Is Right' With The Bone's Lamont & Tonelli [AUDIO]
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Before you conjure up images of a washer/dryer behind door number one, uhhh, you had best remember the antics of San Francisco's beloved Lamont & Tonelli Show heard on Cumulus' Bone.. Let's just say among the items Carey had to price comes with batteries. Nuff said. While there, the Cleveland native also weighed in on basketball's LeBron James who deserved his Cavaliers for Miami's heat. Lamont prodded him to share a stage show joke involving LeBron which he later had to offer an apology. LISTEN TO AUDIO - CAUTION: Adult Content
Duran Serves As Game Show Host For 'Today Show's' Kathie Lee & Hoda
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– It appears NBC’s Today is lovin on Premiere syndicated Elvis Duran as they hey had him on with a featured music segment. Appearing on NBC’s Kathie Lee and Hoda on Today live from New York City’s Rockefeller Plaza, he played game show host in “Elvis Duran’s Music Challenge.” The special segment featured Kathie Lee and Hoda fighting over the buzzer as they competed to answer Duran’s questions. Throughout the segment, Duran mocked them for not following the game rules. He playfully sparred with the women, saying to Kathie Lee after she belted a few bars of Michael Jackson’s Billy Jean, “When you sing, we all lose.” And when Hoda asked if she really had zero points, he pointedly said, “You’re not doing well.” [WATCH VIDEO HERE]
David Spade Makes Surprise Visit To The Dennis Miller Show
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Dial Global’s national talker Dennis Miller recently performed live to a packed house at the Wilbur Theater in Boston and had a surprise visitor. His friend David Spade snuck into the venue, making his way to Miller’s dressing room to say hi and catch up. The Dennis Miller Show, Syndicated by Dial Global, is heard on more than 300 radio stations, including 24 of the top 25 markets and airs live Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. -1 p.m. ET.
After Midnite's Blair Garner Launches 3rd Shift Awards
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– After MidNite and host Blair Garner have announced the first-annual Third Shift Awards. “In the spirit of After MidNite, we have created 10 fun categories for our listeners, many of whom work the third shift, to vote for their favorite artists,” said Garner. “It’s a twist on some of the more traditional categories. For example, we have the ‘Fantasy Duet’ category where you can vote for your ideal duet pairing of two living artists who have never recorded together. We also have the ‘Pop-A-Top’ category for the artist you’d most like to share a beer with.” The 2012 Third Shift Award categories include: Fanatical Fans (the artist with the most fanatical fans); 3rd Shift Pin Up – Female; 3rd Shift Pin Up – Male; Pop-A-Top Award; 3rd Shifter Artist of the Year; 3rd Shifter Song of the Year; Pedal to the Medal Award (the song most likely to get you a speeding ticket); Underdog Artist (the artist deserving of more respect); Top Twit (the artist who gives good Twitter); and Fantasy Duet (living artists only). The first round of voting is already underway and running through July 29. The top four nominees in each category will advance to round two, with voting taking place July 31 - August 12. The top two finalists will then go head to head August 14 - 22 in the final round. The Third Shift Award winners will be announced live on After MidNite the morning of August 29.
Nascar Champ Tony Stewart To Guest On 'Final Lap Weekly'
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– -- United Stations Radio Networks, Inc., (“USRN”), an independent leader in original network radio programming, is excited to announce that its recently-introduced talk show covering NASCAR racing, THE FINAL LAP WEEKLY, will feature the reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion, Tony Stewart on its edition of the program airing the weekend of July 28-29. This announcement comes jointly from the Producer and Co-host of The Final Lap Weekly, Kerry Murphey who is based in California, and USRN EVP/Programming Andy Denemark at the network’s headquarters in New York. Tony Stewart is the driver of the #14 Office Depot Mobil 1 Chevrolet at NASCAR's highest level, The Sprint Cup Series. He is also the co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing and one of only two drivers with 3 series wins in 2012. His career stats are amazing with 47 wins, 170 Top 5's, 275 Top 10's and three NASCAR Cup Series Championships including the most recent championship for the 2011 season. Stewart’s appearance on The Final Lap Weekly is scheduled during the same weekend as The Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
MOVERS/WAKERS: Mike Ondayko Returns To 98 Rock; Billy Greenwood Exits WSIX/ Griffiths To Host TV Ghost Hunting Show
THE MOUTH, JULY 24TH, 2012 –– Longtime former member of Kirk, Mark & Lopez morning show, Mike Ondayko, returns to WIYY/98 Rock Baltimore. ------ WSIX and Billy Greenwood (shown) has reportedly exited the morning show. He had succeeded the legendary Gerry House in 2011 and was teamed with Karla Lawson who left earlier this year.---------- According to DCRTV, Tommy Griffiths has left WBIG-GM Washington to host a new TV show about ghost hunting. He'll be followed on Big FM by Big Rig who shifts from afternoons. ----
Madonna Bares (Fake) Guns On Stage Less Than 48 Hours After Colorado Shooting
As Jockline Tipped You Yesterday, Mariah Carey WILL Judge On 'American Idol' [FOX NEWS]
Warner-Bros. To Make Huge Donation To Colorado Shooting Victims - [THR]
Robert Downey Tops 'Most Valuable Movie Stars List' - [VULTURE]
Joan Rivers To Host Comedy Shows In New Orleans To Benefit Charity - [ABC RADIO NEWS]
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Fred Willard Pans XXX Film He Watched - [THE WRAP]
HMMMM: CSI's Fishburne In Talks To Join 'Hannibal' - [TV LINE]
Anne Hathaway Interested In 'Cat Woman' Film With Christopher Nolan Catch - [HUFFPO]
Shooting Suspect Heads To Court; What To Expect
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– As radio and the rest of media continues to discuss last Friday's Colorado shooting, the suspect heads to court this morning. James Holmes, 24, will appear in court to face multiple charges of the shooting and killing of 12 people and injured dozens more. According ABC's Channel 7 TV, initial advisement hearing is set for 9:30 a.m. at the Arapahoe County Courthouse. It will mark the first time Holmes has been seen in public since early Friday morning following the shooting. His attorney, James O'Connor, is one of Araphahoe's top public defenders. District Attorney Carol Chambers must decide if her office will seek the death penalty in the case. If not, Holmes would get mandatory life in prison without parole. According to Sam Kamin, a law professor at the University of Denver, he told the Los Angeles Times "It is all but certain that prosecutors will file first-degree murder charges against Holmes in the Arapahoe County courthouse and that they'll seek the death penalty. For the record, Colorado has executed only one prisoner since the death penalty was reinstated in 1984: Gary Davis in 1997.
FOX Sports Radio's Peter Burns Remembers Former Intern Jessica Ghawi, Killed In Denver Shooting [AUDIO]
Had Escaped Death In Toronto Mall Last Month
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 - FOX Sports Radio and Mile High Sports host Peter Burns spent some time with Loose Cannons’ Steve Hartman and Vic “The Brick” Jacobs on last Friday's show sharing memories about his former intern, Jessica Ghawi, who was killed in the tragic shootings in Aurora, Colorado. Below is a portion of their conversation: Burns: “[Her] mom told me early this morning, ‘I want you to talk as much as you can. Celebrate everything that Jessica did, and celebrate everything that these victims did.’ And I'm glad that you guys are giving me the time to celebrate that and talk about how amazing of a person she is, rather than giving a minute or 30 seconds to this coward that did this. Hartman: “The story is even more unbelievable when you consider that she had cheated death at that Toronto mall shooting...Had she ever mentioned anything about that to you, Peter?” Burns: “Yeah. After it happened, it was like, ‘How lucky am I?’ I think it really hit her like, ‘Wow. I almost have a new lease on life. Let me make sure I do every single thing...’ About a week ago, we had dinner. PHOTO: Facebook LISTEN TO INTERVIEW HERE
HLN Features Bert Weiss Talking Denver Shooting With Two Sons; Is there any place I can feel my children are totally safe?"
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– Bert Weiss (shown) of the syndicated Bert Show, writes in an HLN piece: 'I'm feeling a deep sense of heaviness today after hearing about the shooting during the screening of “The Dark Knight Rises” in Colorado. There are reports that toddlers and a three-month-old baby were among the victims. Is there anything more innocent than a child eating popcorn and sipping Coke with the lights of a movie screen reflecting off his face?" Bert asked: How many fathers were in that Aurora theater, trying to connect with their sons, when they suddenly found themselves frantically hitting the floor and covering their children in an attempt to protect them at any cost? How many parents innocently dropped their children off at the movies that night and silently relaxed, assuming their kids would be safe for two hours in the confines of a movie theater? Is there any place I can feel my children are totally safe? READ ENTIRE PIECE HERE
Campaign Launched For 'Batman's' Christian Bale To Visit Children Injured In Shooting
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– If you spent much time on Facebook or Twitter over the weeken, you're likely aware of a campaign asking 'Dark Knight's' star, Christian Bale, to make the trip, complete in Batman costume, to visit children injured in the Denver shooting massacre. ABC News Radio quotes a Facebook post: “All those kids in the hospital recovering from gunshot wounds at the Batman massacre could use a visit from their real hero ... They need to know heroes can be real too, not just the bad guys.” Over at Twitter the drive picked up support at #BaleOutAurora. No word on whether Bale has gotten word, but on Sunday he wrote: “Words cannot express the horror that I feel. I cannot begin to truly understand the pain and grief of the victims and their loved ones, but my heart goes out to them,” Bale said. Twelve people were killed in the midnight massacre and 58 were injured. It is not known how many of the injured are children. PHOTO: Bale
WILD 95.5/West Palm's Kevin Rolston's Live Hair Transplant Draws Global Audience
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012/PRN –– As Jockline Daily first reported (See JD 7/3/12), WILD 95.5/West Palm's Kevn Rolston, of the Kevin, Virginia & Jason Show, did something on the air on July 11thth that no other jock had ever done before. He had a hair transplant during his show which was broadcast live, and also aired via a Livestream webcast. The event had been promoted heavily and Rolston also appeared on 'The Bald Truth." "It was great fun not just for me, but this was a first in the radio industry with the live video simulcast of a procedure of this kind, it was a tremendous success on many levels, and a great opportunity to educate our audience about the incredible breakthroughs in technology in performing this remarkable medical procedure,” said Rolston. Broadcast direct from from a web-enabled operating room and performed by Dr. Alan J. Baumanandin Boca Raton, Florida, cameras were set up, a live switcher and director were on hand and in place in the operatory (similar to a CNN broadcast), even a monitor was manned by a Social Media Moderator who was fielding questions from Twitter and chat room audience comprised of more than 23 countries who tuned into Dr. Bauman’s high-definition channel on http://www.livestream.com/hairtransplantnow. At noon, a second feed went to The Bald Truth, a Los Angeles based web-radio show hosted by best-selling author Spencer Kobren. “At one time,” says Dr. Bauman, “the show was being seen and streamed live by multiple entities to a global audience.
KFI Traffic Reporter Released From Hospital Following Plane Crash
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– Longtime KFI radio traffic reporter, Mike Nolan (shown) was released from the hospital this past Saturday after his plane crashed, also injuring an 18-year-old student pilot. According to vcstar.com, A spokesman for KFI-AM says Mike Nolan is "doing well" after his single-engine Cessna 182 crashed Friday night in Riverside County. According to the LA Times, Nolan suffered fractured ribs and a broken collar bone. The passenger was also expected to recover. Apparently, Nolan's plane lost engine power, struck power lines and crashed in a field near Corona Municipal Airport. Reportedly, the clipped lined caused power outages to more than 3,500 customers.
Dial Global Teams With SB NATION
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– Dial Global has announced a partnership and multi-year agreement with SB Nation a network of fan-centric online sports communities. The two companies will share content and cross-promote across multiple digital platforms, including their websites and radio broadcasts, providing fans with greater access to their unique talent and perspectives. 'This is a partnership that makes sense to us in every respect' said Scott Langerman, General Manager of SB Nation's Local Initiatives. 'The quality and credibility of the content and personalities within the Dial Global portfolio is unparalleled, and our vast audience of passionate and engaged sports fans will now have easier access to an even broader fan experience." Michael Schreck, Dial Global's SVP/Director, Corporate Sports, adds 'As Dial Global continues to expand its sports portfolio, we are thrilled to partner with SB Nation, the preeminent new media platform for sports fans. SBNation.com is essential reading for sports consumers. Our combined content and branding will reach an even wider audience, providing our advertisers with an even more powerful platform to connect with sports fans.'
REPORT: Mariah Carey 'This Close' To Becoming A Judge On Next Season's American Idol
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012 –– To be honest, Jockline Daily can't decide what we look more forward to, next season's final 10 on American Idol, or its final cast of judges. As radio hosts, coast to coast, gaze on each day's news of which celeb's are in consideration, it at least appears one part of the puzzle may be 'this close' to being solved. According to Deadline-Hollywood, writer Nellie Andreeva says she's learned that Mariah Carey is finalizing a deal to join the show for a salary said to exceed $17 million. This, of course, follows the recent departure of Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez. The move may serve to trump NBC’s 'The Voice' landing of Christina Aguilera and Fox’s 'X Factor' bringing in Britney Spears. And the BIG question now is who will join Carey at the table IF she is indeed hired. Our bets are on Adam Lambert, but bets are off Randy 'Yo Yo' Jackson who is said to be remaining with the show in a 'mentor' role. Stay tuned
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Cox Media Group Realigns Its Broadcast Media Portfolio
To focus on larger markets and cross-media collaboration, includes sales of select media properties
THE MOUTH, JULY 23RD, 2012/PRNewswire –– Cox Media Group (CMG) is realigning its broadcast portfolio to focus on larger markets, cross-media collaboration, and heightened impact in fewer markets. As part of this realignment, CMG will be adding four new TV stations in two markets – Jacksonville, Fla. and Tulsa, Okla. – to its broadcast group from Newport Television. Following receipt of regulatory approvals, the company will take ownership of three of the new stations and will provide operating services to the fourth. The transaction is expected to close during the fourth quarter. Simultaneously, CMG is realigning its leadership structure to fit its new portfolio. Former Group VP Kim Guthrie is CMG's new Senior Vice President responsible for radio markets and will report to Bill Hoffman, EVP over broadcast. Additional leadership changes effective immediately include: Former Group VP Rich Reis is now VP and GM of Digital Operations reporting to EVP Neil Johnston. Former Group VP Ben Reed is now VP and Market Manager of Atlanta radio reporting to Kim Guthrie. Ben succeeds Dan Kearney, who is now VP and Market Manager of Miami radio. Kearney succeeds Jerry Rushin, who is retiring from the company later this month.
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Ushers Step-Son Dies Following Boating Accident - [E!]
UH OH: Bieber & Perry Acne Ads Banned In England - [GOSSIP COP]
Mrs. Alec Baldwin Headed To 'Extra TV' - [POP CRUNCH]
Steven Spielberg Has His Eye On Chreis Hemsworth For 'Robopocalypse' - [REELZ]
