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EXECUTIVE ACTION: Mary G. Berner Appointed CEO For Cumulus Media

Mike McVay Assumes SVP Content & Programming ON Interim Basis

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2015 –– The board of directors of Cumulus Media announced that Mary G. Berner has been named Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective October 13, 2015. She will succeed Lew Dickey, the company's founder and CEO, who has decided to serve as Vice Chairman and continue as a director of the company.

Ms. Berner most recently served as President and Chief Executive Officer of MPA – The Association of Magazine Media ("MPA"), the industry association for magazine media companies. From 2007-2011, she was CEO of Reader's Digest Association and, before that, Chief Executive Officer of Fairchild Publications.

Lew Dickey, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cumulus said, "When I founded Cumulus in 1997, my goal was to create the nationwide platform we have today, with 460 stations in 90 cities, the industry's most important network, and unique original content, such as NASH. After serving the company day-to-day for almost 19 years, and the last 16 as CEO, now is right time for me to transition from CEO to Vice Chairman.

Along with Ms. Berner's appointment, it was confirmed that John Dickey has left his post Cumulus EVP of Content & Programming and in the interim will be assumed SVP of Content & Programming Mike McVay.

WPOC Celebrates Laurie DeYoung Day In Baltimore

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2015 –– On Tuesday, (9.29) 93.1 WPOC celebrated Morning Show Host Laurie DeYoung’s 30th Anniversary.In honor of Laurie’s anniversary Mayor Rawlings-Blake declared it Laurie DeYoung Day in Baltimore.

During her tenure at WPOC Laurie DeYoung has earned many honors including being nominated eleven times for the Country Music Association’s Personality of the Year award. She took the award home twice, most recently in 2014. DeYoung was a 2010 inductee into the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame and a 2014 Maryland D.C. Delaware Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame inductee.

MOTION: Jasmine Sadry Joins KSCS' 'Hawkeye In The Morning As Co-Host; B98.5 Atlanta Taps Tripp West For Middays

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 3015 –– Cumulus Media Dallas/Fort Worth announced that Jasmine Sadry will join New Country 96.3 KSCS in Dallas as co-host for the “Hawkeye In The Morning” show with Mark “Hawkeye” Louis and Katelyn “Connected K” Maida. Jasmine comes to KSCS with over a decade in Dallas morning radio as part of “The Jagger Show” at 102.1 The Edge, Live 105.3 and 105.3 The Fan.

CMG Atlanta's Tripp West Named Weekday On-Air Personality, Music Director on B98.5 ATLANTA – Sept. 30, 2015 – Cox Media Atlanta’s (CMG) B98.5 has named Tripp West as its weekday on-air personality and music director, effective immediately. In this role, West will take over the top-rated 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tripp is a native of Savannah, Ga. and has been in Atlanta since 1997 with stops at WRDA, WYAY, 94.9 The Bull and most notably middays at Star 94 from 2002-2009.

Easy 106.5 Debuts In Jacksonville

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2015 –– Yesterday at noon, Cox Media Group (CMG) Jacksonville launched the new Easy 106.5 (WEZI ). Easy 106.5 will entertain listeners with an Adult Contemporary format featuring core artists like: Lionel Richie - Elton John - Billy Joel - Air Supply - Hall & Oats

“We couldn’t be more excited to bring this incredible music back to the listeners of Jacksonville ,” said CMG Jacksonville Operations Manager Todd Shannon.

iHeartRadio Music Fest Spurs 6.5 Billion Social Impressions

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 20125 –– iHeartMedia shared the latest social media engagement data resulting from its iHeartRadio Music Festival, which took place in Las Vegas on September 18 and 19. This year's festival generated a record 6.5 billion social media impressions, putting the iconic music event's social activity ahead of the Big Game Half Time Show for the third consecutive year and neck and neck with the Academy Awards.

Twitter was the most popular platform for fans and viewers of this year's event, comprising almost half the social activity surrounding the festival, resulting in #iHeartRadio trending worldwide, nationally and locally across more than 80 cities. After Twitter, Facebook and Instagram were the next platforms of choice for those joining the conversation around the event, comprising 30 percent and 20 percent (respectively) of the festival's social activity, followed by Tumblr, Flickr and YouTube.

ON TAP TODAY: The RAB Releases White Paper On Programmatic At Radio Show

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2015 –– The Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) announced "A White Paper on Programmatic for The Radio Industry" to be released in conjunction with the General Session being presented at the 2015 Radio Show entitled "Unlocking Programmatic's Potential" taking place today, September 30th, 4-5:30PM in Atlanta.

The White Paper prepared by Prohaska Consulting and commissioned by the RAB is available for download to RAB Members at www.RAB.com. Matt Prohaska, Principal at Prohaska Consulting will be presenting findings from the White Paper and facilitating the General Session on programmatic at the Radio Show. To register for the Radio Show: www.RadioShowWeb.com The RAB is offering a free webinar to RAB Members only on October 6 and 8 where findings of the White Paper will be covered as well. To register for the webinar: http://www.rab.com/webcasts/webinars.cfm

Jim Carrey's Girlfriend Found Dead; NBA To Stream First Live Event On Facebook

Jim Carey's Girlfriend Found Dead From Apparent Suicide - [PEOPLE]

Frank Sinatra's Radio Broadcasts Uncovered For Reissue - [ROLLING STONE]

Lady Gaga Honored As Woman Of The Year By Billboard - [BILLBOARD]

Madonna Calendars Now Ready To Order - [MADONNA]

NBA To Stream Its First Live Event On Facebook With Lebron James - [VARIETY]

Nicki Minaj Comedy Series Coming To ABC - [DEADLINE]

ACT SURPRISED: Trump Admits He's Been A Little Childish - [CNN]

Why Kim Zolciak Really Got Booted From DWTS - [PAGE SIX]

HIDE THE CHILDREN: Demi Lovato, The Latest To Drop Top For Mag' Cover - It's Complex - [MTV]

Paul Walker's Death Wasn't His Porsche's Fault Says Company - [THE WRAP]

FORBES: Facts & Stats On America's Richest - [AOL]

'The Simpsons Could Come To An End Next Season Says Executive Producer - [EXPRESS]

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Bubba The Love Sponge Remains In 'Best Of' Mode Amid Probe

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– For the second day in a row, Bubba The Love Sponge aired in 'best of' mode following an investigation for alleged ratings tampering. This follows Nielsen announcing yesterday it will reschedule the release of ratings data for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater market. The company said it was delaying the release to allow for completion of additional 'quality assurance steps'.

Nielsen and Beasley Media both said last Friday they are investigating the matter as well. Bubba, whose show airs from Beasley Media's 98.7 Tampa, told Tampa's FOX 13 "He was unaware of the ratings tampering allegations and was off the air Friday because he was being treated for injury after a fall. He denied he had been fired from the station and said he would have more to say once he had more information on the allegations against him.

Talk Host Seeks FBI’s Help After Altered Video Shows Her Death

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– Fresh off this week's news of Chicago host Julie DiCaro taking a day off last Friday following threats aimed at her on Twitter, comes yet another disturbing threat aimed at a radio host. Popular syndicated host, Dana Loesch (L), a ardent gun rights activist who recently starred in a television advertisement for the National Rifle Association, has contacted the FBI following a disturbing threat made on the internet. According to mediaite.com, Loesch found herself targeted by an anonymous troll on social media who apparently disagreed with her gun advocacy stance and created a violent video depicting her death.”

The doctored version was posted to Twitter sometime on Sunday night. It was subsequently taken down, but not before Loesch got access to a copy, which she then reposted to her own Twitter page in an effort to re-troll the person who initially posted it. In an edited clip taken from the original video, an off-screen hand positioned to look like Loesch’s own raise a handgun to her head and pulls the trigger. Loesch then tweeted: I’ve contacted the FBI. I will keep you updated. I am going to pursue this to the fullest extent.

PROGRAMMING; Andy Holt Named PD At KOSI/Cozy 101 Denver

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– KOSI-FM/Cozy 101 Denver has named Andy Holt as its new Program Director. Most recently, he programmed Entercom's KOIT-FM/San Francisco. Andy Holt commented, "This is a truly unique opportunity. Bonneville is a company I've long admired, and KOSI is one of America's legendary AC brands. It's a privilege to join Bob Call and the great team in Denver. KOSI 101 is poised for an exciting new era of success. I can't wait to get started."

Holt's past stints have included the post of Operations Manager for Entercom co-owned Magic 101.9/New Orleans, and Bayou 95.7 where he spent 11 years. He also programmed stations in Miami, San Antonio and Raleigh.

San Diego's Alternative 102.1 KPRI Announces Sale To Christian Broadcaster EMF

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– San Diego's KPRi 102.1 announced on Monday that the station would be under new ownership. “This is a step we take with very mixed emotions,” Compass Radio president and station co-owner Jonathan Schwartz said in a news release. "We have loved the opportunity to serve San Diego for the last two decades, and we are grateful to our staff, listeners, advertisers and the San Diego community.” CEO, co-owner and radio host Robert Hughes added, “KPRI has been a true labor of love. All I can say is: I thank each and every one who has helped us create and sustain a truly amazing radio station.” According to the release, Educational Media Foundation (EMF), which purchased KPRi’s assets, specializes in adult contemporary Christian music.

According to NBC TV San Diego, while EMF is taking control of programming beginning this week, the transaction requires approval from the FCC and is expected to close in January. Schwartz and Hughes sent a personal note via email to the KPRi staff Monday morning, both explaining and lamenting the sale.

CW & iHM Announce Multi-Year Event's Broadcast Agreement

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 – The CW and iHeartMedia announced a new multi-year agreement for The CW to remain the exclusive television broadcaster of the star-studded two-day iHeartRadio Music Festival. The CW will also exclusively telecast the annual holiday iHeartRadio Jingle Ball concert. The announcement was made today by Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW, and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises, iHeartMedia.

"The CW's young musically engaged audience is a perfect match for the artists we are discovering on iHeartRadio." said John Sykes. "These shows serve as perfect promotional showcases for artists and their music on an important platform, and delivers on our mission of connecting the music to the fans."

This year's iHeartRadio Music Festival at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas included performances from some of the biggest names in music, including Coldplay, The Killers, Kanye West, Kenny Chesney, Puff Daddy, Jennifer Lopez (shown), Blake Shelton, The Weeknd, Nick Jonas, and more. The CW will telecast a two-night special Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September 30 8:00-10:00 pm ET/PT.

INC Magazine Names iHeart NY Headquarters Among 'Coolest'

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– How cool is this? Inc. Magazine recently named iHeartMedia's New York headquarters 'One of the World's Coolest Offices,' and listed iHeartMedia No. 5. Other companies recognized by Inc. were Airbnb ­ the digital economy's leading site for people to list, find and rent places to stay; digital marketing and e-commerce solutions company Bluecore; Paris-based Ekimetrics ­ a digital statistics, modeling and Big Data analytics company; and Kickstarter, the world's largest global crowdfunding platform.

Inc calls the above entrance corridor (shown) looking like something straight out of 'Blade Runner.' SEE COMPLETE ARTICLE AND PHOTOS HERE

PRODUCTS: AdLarge/KMG Team With Harris' Control Room Pro

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– AdLarge Media and KMG Networks, a division of Krantz Media Group, have joined in a partnership with Harris Media, the producer of Control Room Pro. AdLarge Media will lead the national advertising sales effort, while KMG Networks will spearhead radio station distribution. The two firms share a similar relationship on behalf of several radio and digital products and services.

“Most of the new digital and mobile programs for broadcast radio are consumer-facing,” observed Lee Harris (L), Founder, Harris Media. “We focused on the development of cutting edge newsroom and radio station field tools that expedite the gathering of news-related material for anchors and streamlined the field reporting process.” “Control Room Pro tools already are proven winners in the News/Talk marketplace, including top stations like WINS-AM, New York, WCBS-AM, New York, and KYW-AM, Philadelphia,” said Gary Krantz, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Krantz Media Group. He added, "We see a big opportunity for sports and music stations as well”

Stars Turnout For NY Premiere Of 'Stretch & Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives'

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2015 –– Some of New York's biggest radio stars and more turned out over the weekend for the New York premiere of 'Stretch & Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives."

BET and HBO presented the 19th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival at the AMC Empire 25 theater in NYC for a five-day event. On the second day, radio duo Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Garcia presented their film, Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives. The movie highlighted the impact that WKCR’s “The Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show” had on hip-hop.

During the show’s run from 1990 to 1998, a long list of undiscovered and unsigned rappers were given the platform to jump on the mic and freestyle for the show’s audience or even have their demo played. Joining the premiere included Power 105's Angie Martinez, Hot 97's Laura Stylez, and actor Dean Winters (R) known as the 'Mayhem' character in Allstate commercials. Check out more here at Rolling Out

Keith Urban 'Strums For Scratch' During Denver 'Idol Taping; Trevor Noah Debuts

[WATCH] Trevor Noah Delivers First 'Daily Show' Without A Hitch - [CNN]

Said He's Not Trying To Be Jon Stewart - [FOX2]

Keith Urban 'Makes Some Scratch' On Street Corner In Denver During Idol Auditions - [THE DENVER CHANNEL]

iPhone 6 Breaks Apple's Sales Record - [ENGADGET]

Sam Smith's Bond Theme On Course To Become Bone's First No. 1 Record - [NME]

Martina McBride & Cassadee Pope Top Pandora's Women In Country - [ROLLING STONE]

Holly Madison Dishes More Dirt About Hef' - [PAGE SIX]

Vin Diesel Confirms Final 'Furious' Trilogy - [DIGITAL TRENDS]

UH OH: Kim Zolciak Rips Wendy Williams Over Stroke Comments - [PEOPLE]

[WATCH] David Beckham & Kevin Hart's HM Comedy - [GQ]

[WATCH] John Stamos Reunites With The Beach Boys - [TMZ]

Samantha Harris Returns To 'ET' - [ET]

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