Talk Show Boot Camp 7 Headed To The Beach Next March

Hosts Suspended After Suggesting Journalists Slayings Were A Hoax

Online Donation Page For Alison & Adam Memorial Fund Set By NAB

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– The manager of three Missouri stations issued an on-air apology last week and has suspended a pair of Sunday morning talk hosts, after they suggested the on-camera shooting deaths of two Virginia journalists was a hoax. According to nydn.com, the comments came during a Sunday morning call-in show, “Cracker Barrel,” which airs on KTTS FM, KSGF FM and KSGF AM. This followed shortly after the tragic deaths of WDBJ7/Roanoke TV reporters Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward (shown) were shot by a former co-worker on live television.

Stations manager Rex Hansen issued an on-air apology saying the “hoax” comments made on Aug. 30 were “not factual, disrespectful and downright wrong.” He added "Well, unfortunately two people died. The camera man and his anchor partner. That was a fact," Hansen said. PHOTO/WDBJ-TV

Online contributions are now being accepted for a memorial fund supporting the families of two broadcast journalists slain last month during the Roanoke TV shooting. Those wishing to contribute to the ‘Alison & Adam Memorial Fund’ can do so at http://www.nab.org/donate. Those wishing to make an offline contribution to the Alison & Adam Memorial Fund can still do so by sending a check made out to: NAB Alison and Adam Memorial Fund C/O NAB 1771 N Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20036

CMA 2015 Broadcast Awards Finalists Announced

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– CMA and Kelsea Ballerini joined forces with ABC Radio to announce the 2015 CMA Broadcast Awards finalists for Radio Personality and Station of the Year today during a media tour in New York City. The finalists were surprised by the two-time CMA Awards finalist when she called under the pretense of talking about the nominations and then turned the tables.

“Radio has played such an important part in this amazing year that I jumped at the opportunity to call the stations to tell them they were nominated for a CMA Broadcast Award,” said Ballerini. “It has been an amazing day and I was really happy to share it with people who have contributed so much to my career.” The CMA Broadcast Award winners will be notified in mid-October and will be acknowledged at “The 49th Annual CMA Awards,” to be held Wednesday, Nov. 4 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) and broadcast live by the ABC Television Network from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return to host “Country Music’s Biggest Night™” for the eighth time. “Country radio stations and personalities reinforce what makes our format so powerful,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE LIST OF FINALISTS

[WATCH] Mike Francesa Parting Ways With Fox Sports Network This Friday

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– One of the first radio host to simulcast his daily show on TV announced on his show yesterday that he's parting ways with Fox Sports Network as of this Friday.

In what he called an “amicable” split with no hard feelings. Francesa said that he has reached an agreement to terminate the Fox Sports television simulcast of his long-running and ratings-leading afternoon sports talk radio show on New York City’s WFAN, which is heard on both AM and FM from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. He acknowledged that negotiations are underway with another unnamed cable outlet, but added that his show could be radio-only for several months in the meantime before a new simulcast deal is struck.

According to inquisitr.com, The radio show has been on Fox Sports for almost two years, after simulcasting on the YES Network (the New York Yankees cable outlet) for 12 years. YES currently simulcasts the Michael Kay Show from ESPN radio in Francesa’s former time slot. In announcing his departure from Fox Sports this afternoon, Francesa said, “First, let me say that the blame is mine. I tried to do something that was a little different. I knew I was trying to put a square peg in a round hole when I did this…" READ MORE HERE

MOTION: S. Cory Willis Named Production Director For Cumulus Florida Cluster

Cumulus Media announces that S. Cory Willis has been named Production Director for the five-station Cumulus Pensacola cluster. An 18-year radio veteran, Willis’ radio career has included stops in: Wilmington, NC; St. Thomas-Virgin Islands; the Grand Cayman Island; and Charleston, WV. Gary Nolan, Operations Director for Cumulus Pensacola said: “We are excited that the very creative S. Cory Willis has joined Cumulus Pensacola and will further enhance the production branding of our cluster as we continue growing our Gulf Coast team. We’re looking forward to getting to know and work with him.” Willis said: “After my latest stint in the Caribbean, I knew that the United States was where I wanted to be for good. The opportunity to come to Pensacola and join the Cumulus team has been a dream come true. I have a great crew, great facilities and the chance to crank out some amazing production.”

Lara Logan To Headline During Radio Show Luncheon

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– Award-winning CBS news correspondent Lara Logan will be the featured speaker at the Radio Luncheon, held September 30 during the Radio Show and sponsored by NextRadio.

Logan began contributing to CBS News’ “60 Minutes” in 2005. She was named CBS News chief foreign correspondent in February 2006 and chief foreign affairs correspondent in 2008. Logan was named a full-time "60 Minutes" correspondent in May 2012.

The 2015 Radio Show, produced by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB), is held September 30 – October 2 in Atlanta.

SYNDICATION: V100.7 Milwaukee Adds The Breakfast Club

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– V100.7 WKKV welcomes The Breakfast Club to Milwaukee this Friday, September 11. DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamagne Tha God, will broadcast live from Port of Call Bistro (106 W Wells St., Milwaukee) from 5-9 a.m. The broadcast is free and open to the public.

Launched in December 2010, The Breakfast Club was named the #1 radio program in the nation by “The Source” magazine. “WKKV was the first station in the country to broadcast The Breakfast Club as a syndicated morning show, and we’re proud to welcome them back to Milwaukee,” said WKKV Program Director Bailey Coleman. “Since their debut on WKKV in August of 2013, the ‘BC’ has changed the landscape of morning radio. With consistent, top ratings, they have infused a new excitement into the Milwaukee Racine market and, of course, with WKKV listeners!”

NETWORKS: United Stations Introduces Total Sports Prep; Westwood One Announces 2015 NFL Broadcast Season Package

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– United Stations Radio Networks, Inc. (USRN), announced that the company will begin producing and distributing a radio “Prep Service” covering the world of Sports.. The service will be known as TOTAL SPORTS PREP, and is intended for use by air personalities in Sports/Talk Radio as well as by any radio show that regularly uses Sports topics among its content. TOTAL SPORTS PREP will contain an extensive aggregation of news and information about the leading stories in Sports and the service will also provide a useful and extensive audio feed accompanying the text portion of the service. This service will be gathered and produced by a team of radio professionals led by David Brody and Dustin Rhoades. FOR MORE INFO, Contact Contact: Andy Denemark, andyd@unitedstations.com - (212) 536-3603

Westwood One, the exclusive network radio partner for the National Football League, is proud to announce its 2015 NFL broadcast season package featuring 100 games. The 2015 NFL regular season schedule kicks off on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 7:45 pm ET when the Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots host the Pittsburgh Steelers. The season concludes with historic Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, home of the San Francisco 49ers, on Sunday, February 7, 2016.

Westwood One’s NFL broadcasts can be heard on nearly 500 radio stations nationwide, as well as on SiriusXM radio and through NFL Game Pass (NFL.com/gamepass), which is available on NFL.com and the NFL Mobile from Verizon app. the complete schedule of games, visit www.westwoodonesports.com.

HOT 89.9 Ottawa Offers $40k Towards Gender Reassignment

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2015 –– From the same folks who brought you Win A Baby and numerous other world attention grabbing promotions, now comes The New Normal where one "lucky person" can win $40.000 (slightly more than $30k, US) towards gender reassignment - (Huffpo has already grabbed the story)

HOT 89.9 says on their contest page: Everyone should be able to live the life they want to live, and with possibly thousands of transgender people in our community, we want to help someone do just that. We at The New HOT 89.9 want to give this "one percent" a voice. One person will be given $40,000 so they can better live the life they want to live - If you are wanting to transition or are in the process of it and would like to share your story with us, please click here!

They announced the competition during yesterday's "Morning Hot Tub" featuring Mauler, Rush, Jenni & Josie (LISTEN HERE, OR CLICK ON ABOVE GRAPHIC). Entrants have until September 30th to submit their application. They're asked to expalin in 100 words how they would use the money to make their transition process easier, and how it would impact their life. READ MORE HERE

Trump Rings Up 'The View' Today; Ellen Says American Idol Stint Worst Decision Ever

Bruno Mars Asked To 'Curate' Super Bowl 50 Halftime - [BILLBOARD]

TRUMP ALERT: To Phone Into 'The View' Today - [DEADLINE]

Survivor Group P'O'd Over Kim Davis Playing 'Eye Of The Tiger' After Jail Release - [ET]

HIDE THE CHILDREN: Selena Gomez Drops Clothes For New Album Cover [INSTAGRAM]

[WATCH] Not To Be Outdone, Kaley Cuoco Drops Top For Cover Of 'Shape' - [NYDN]

Hail To Queen Elizabeth! Becomes Longest Reigning Monarch of All Time - [E ONLINE]

Ellen DeGeneres Calls American Idol Stint Worst Decision Ever - [PINK NEWS]

Serena Reigns In Sister Duel At US Open - [CNN]

LOOK: First Photos Of Penny & Leonard's Wedding On 'Big Bang' Theory - [THR]

Super Bowl Great, Tyler Sash, Dead At 27 - [US]

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SHOCKER: Jerry To Exit Jeff & Jer Show Next Month

Jeff, Tommy And Other Cast Members Extend Deal With KYXY San Diego As Showgram Continues

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– One of San Diego's most beloved shows, The Jeff & Jer' Showgram, will be minus one special member beginning October 15th. In an emotional announcement on this morning's show on CBS' KYXY-FM, Jerry Cesak (top center) explained to listeners why he was leaving, "The reason I’m leaving radio really can be told in 2 simple words. “It’s time.” I think life comes in chapters, and in my life, the radio chapter is over. And that’s it. It’s just time. But do not worry – The Showgram will continue (Jeff Detrow and Tommy Sablan shown below inking new deal with interim GM Tina Rifkin). You can still spend every morning listening to the Showgram. Of course, it’s going to awfully lame without me – but The Showgram will still be on. More about that later,. I am genuinely excited about what’s next in my life. At the same time, I gotta tell you this is very weird. I’ve been on the radio for 45 years. It’s all I’ve ever done. And to stop – just quit – seems strange and it seems scary. But it’s good scary so that’s OK.

The show which first aired in San Diego in May of 1988, will likely end outdoors. Jerry said "Our last show together, October 14, we’re going to do outside the studio somewhere so we and you can be together. .. Tomorrow Jerry will reportedly, he and his wife Pam plan to focus on their love for animals and build a pet hospital in San Diego.

Executive Producer Tommy Sablan tells Jockline: "Jerry probably has one of the most successful morning radio careers in the history of radio. It should serve as inspiration to a young up and coming talent to know that they can last long, like we did, AND that their show can make a huge difference to their listeners. Now, it's time to end the Beatles and start WINGS.

Cumulus To Bring New Classic Hip Hop Station To SLC

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– Cumulus Media announces it moved its Alternative station in Salt Lake City, formerly known as Alt 94.9/KHTB, to 101.9 on the FM dial and will rebrand the station as Alt 101.9. In its place, Cumulus today launched the all-new Classic Hip Hop station, 94.9 The Vibe on KHTB.

Concurrently, the two stations launched new websites at www.949thevibe.com and at www.alt1019.com. 94.9 Westwood One, the leading provider of 24-hour radio formats, syndicates the Classic Hip Hop programming for 94.9 The Vibe. Rick Vaughn, Program Director for Cumulus Salt Lake City said: “94.9 The Vibe is the beat of the Salt Lake Valley. There is so much great Hip Hop and Rhythmic music that just wasn’t getting played here. The Vibe is mass appeal and FUN! Look out!”

REAL 92.3 L.A.'s Big Boy Announces First Major Concert Event 'The Real Show'

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– Big Boy, morning host at the all new REAL 92.3, LA’s Hip Hop and R&B, announced the station’s very first major concert event, “THE REAL SHOW” at The Forum in Inglewood on Sunday, November 8TH.

"The Real Show" will feature performances by the biggest Hip Hop and R&B stars of the day: Kendrick Lamar, Future, Fetty Wap, Rae Sremmurd, Jeremih, Rich Homie Quan, Ty Dolla $ign and Jidenna. “THE REAL SHOW” will be hosted by Big Boy, and the entire Real 92.3 on air team.

MOTION: Jessica Poxson Takes Middays On NASH-FM 93.1 Detroit; KLBJ Austin Adjust Lineup; Ryan & Rico Expand On Sports 105.1 Detroit

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– Cumulus Detroit announces that Jessica Poxson will host the "Jess Show" weekdays on NASH FM 93.1 Detroit, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The new show debuted today, in the time slot previously held by Lauren Crocker, who moves to the cast of The Blaine Fowler Morning Show on sister station, Hot AC 96.3 WDVD.

Previously, Poxson was heard locally as a part of America's Morning Show with Blair Garner. She has also been on-air at WJR and WDVD in Detroit.

NewsRadio KLBJ Austin is adjusting its lineup on 590 AM and 99.7 FM. According to an Austin blog, The biggest change involves Todd Jeffries and Don Pryor are taking over morning drive. Mark Caesar join Ed Clements from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. alongside Charlie Hodge. Hodge was previously on sister station 93.7 KLBJ-FM. Clements, meanwhile, will team up with longtime NewsRadio KLBJ aafternoon host Jeff Ward from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. A new show from 93.7 KLBJ-FM’s Dale Dudley is being added weekdays at 2 p.m., while another newcomer, the nationally syndicated “Dana Show” featuring conservative talker Dana Loesch, will run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dudley will continue to co-host the 93.7 KLBJ-FM morning show, as well.

Greater Media's Detroit Sports 105.1 (WMGC-FM) is proud to announce the expansion of the Ryan & Rico show from weekdays 10am - 12pm to 8am-12pm in the Motor City. Beginning on Thursday September 10th, the show will be expanded by two additional hours. In addition, ESPN’s Mike & Mike will continue to air from 6am-8am on the station. WMGC-FM is owned by Greater Media Detroit, a subsidiary of Greater Media, Inc.

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Hubbard Appoints Rick Freitag GM Over Minnesota Cluster

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– Hubbard Broadcasting VP/Regional Manager of Minnesota Dan Seeman announced that Rick Freitag was named General Manager for the HBI Radio stations in Wadena, MN. Hubbard Broadcasting operates three radio stations in Wadena, MN: KWAD-AM, KNSP- AM and KKWS-FM. Hubbard Broadcasting recently acquired 16 radio stations in northern Minnesota from Omni Broadcasting.

In addition to owning and operating radio stations, Rick has owned small businesses in Wadena and surrounding communities.” Freitag comes to Hubbard from Paradise Broadcasting in Alexandria, MN where he was a sales representative. Additional media experience includes Pioneer Public TV and ownership of two radio stations in Sauk Centre, MN. Rick will begin his new position on September 23. 2015. CORRECTION: In yesterday's above headline, we inadvertantly printed Minneapolis instead of Minnesota. Our apologies for the the oversight.

BLOG: Trump Pushes The Art Of Being A Shock Jock To A New Level

Great talent Is Bigger Than Ideas (Or A Format)

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– In the latest blog from Paragon Media titled Talent Trumps All, they write in explaining Donald Trump's unexpected rise in popularity, 'He pushs the art of being a shock jock to new heights. Politics aside, Trump has turned political logic upside down and has taught old politicians that everything they thought was true is no longer true. It’s not because of what he stands for. It’s what he says and how he says it.

How does he do it? He talks about his own popularity. He attacks his opponents. He says what others think, but don’t say. He’s a dirty, scrappy, competitive winner who wants you to know how much money he makes. He speaks plain English. He’s against the man, against the system, even though he’s a huge part of it all. It’s you and me against the world, baby. In our (radio) business, we can relate to the lessons Trump is showing the political world.

Great talent is bigger than ideas (or a format). Better talent beats lesser talent. Entire organizations can be built and succeed around one great talent. In our business, we haven’t seen this display of talent since Rush Limbaugh and Howard Stern wrote the book on shock jocks. It’s probably wishful thinking, but maybe Trump is reminding radio owners that an investment in great talent will always pay them back. Because of his unpredictability and button-popping bravado, the cameras can’t stop filming and the people can’t stop watching. This guy is showing what happens when talent trumps everything else.

NETWORKS: Billy Madison Now Heard In Corpus Christi; Envision Follows Record Month With 20 More Affiliates

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2015 –– Starting this week, the syndicated Billy Madison Show will be heard in morning drive on recently flipped KKBA-FM (Rock 92-7) in Corpus Christi, TX. The Billy Madison Show is syndicated mornings Monday through Friday on Rock stations by Nineball Radio Networks. For more information about the show reach out to Stefan Jones at 651-793-8400 or stefan@nineballradio.com

As a follow up to Envision Networks record of 42 new radio station affiliations last month, the radio network announced 20 new affiliates for the month of August including KKMG-FM/Colorado Springs, CO (Imaging Chop Shop) KRLA-AM/Los Angeles; KNTH-AM/Houston, TX; KLFE-AM/Seattle, WA; KCBQ-AM/San Diego, CA; KTKZ-AM/Sacramento, CA; WGTK-FM/Greenville, SC and WLSS-AM/Sarasota, FL (The John & Leah Show) among others. For more information visit goenvisionnetworks.com or contact Amber Wade at 216-831-3761 or amberw@envisionradio.com.

Walters Mulling Return To 'The View?'; Vanessa Williams Back To Miss American

[WATCH] Barbara Walters Considering Return To 'The View' Says Report - [TMZ]

32 Years Later, Vanessa Williams Returning To Miss America As Head Judge - [VARIETY]

Mark Zuckerberg Is Vanity Fair's 'New Establishment' Leader - [VANITY FAIR]

Taylor Swift Tops Vanity Fair's 'Powersl That Be' List - [VANITY FAIR]

CHECK IT OUT: Forbes' List Of Highest Paid TV Actresses - [FORBES]

'Millionaire Matchmaker's' Patti Stanger Returning To TV - [THE WRAP]

Kanye West Become's First Rapper To Cover 'New Yorker' - [IDOLATOR]

Bob Harper Steps Up As Host On 'Biggest Loser' Season 17 - [TV LINE]

[WATCH] Sandra Bullock In 'Our Brand Is Crisis' [WIRED]

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