The Fading Voice of Local Radio
The era of the larger-than-life local radio personality is quietly ending, leaving a cultural silence in communities once defined by their unique voices.
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Radio 1 Listeners Become Traitors in Halloween Game Twist
BBC Radio 1 presenters played a special Halloween edition of The Traitors, unaware that the audience was secretly acting as the Traitors, causing chaos and confusion.
#BBC Radio 1#The Traitors#Halloween
Philadelphia Radio Legend Pierre Robert Dies After 40 Years at WMMR
Pierre Robert, the iconic and beloved radio DJ for Philadelphia's 93.3 WMMR for over 40 years, has died. He was found deceased in his home on Wednesday.
#Pierre Robert#WMMR#Philadelphia
Augusta Radio Legend Harley Drew Dies at 82
Harley Drew, a celebrated Augusta radio personality and station manager known as "Handsome Harley," has passed away at the age of 82 after a remarkable career.
#Harley Drew#Augusta#Radio
KCRW Introduces New DJ Lineup and Streaming Options
KCRW introduces new DJs LUXXURY, John Tejada, and Peanut Butter Wolf, revamping its weekend lineup and launching two 24/7 music streams and a live YouTube broadcast for Morning Becomes Eclectic.
#KCRW#Radio#Music
Wisconsin Sports Radio Sees Major Shakeup After Format Flip
iHeartMedia's decision to flip Milwaukee's "97.3 The Game" to a music station has caused a major realignment in Wisconsin's sports radio market.
#Radio#Sports Broadcasting#iHeartMedia
John Boy & Billy Radio Show to End Production in 2025
Premiere Networks' "The Big Show with John Boy & Billy" will cease production by late 2025, ending a partnership that began in 1981 and peaked at over 100 stations.
#Radio#Syndicated Show#John Boy & Billy
Milwaukee Sports Radio 97.3 The Game Switches to Music
Milwaukee's sports radio station 97.3 The Game has abruptly switched formats to adult contemporary music, rebranding as B97.3 FM under iHeartMedia.
#Milwaukee#Radio#iHeartMedia
Dr. Demento Ends 55-Year Career in Radio
After 55 years on the air, legendary radio personality Dr. Demento has hosted his final broadcast, concluding a career dedicated to comedy and novelty music.
#Dr. Demento#Radio#Music History
Dayton's Z-93 Radio Station Returns to Airwaves
Dayton's iconic Z-93 radio station has returned to local airwaves after a nearly two-decade absence, playing music from the 1980s, 90s, and early 2000s.
#Radio#Dayton#WGTZ
Howard Stern Discusses SiriusXM Contract, Future Plans
Howard Stern is in contract talks with SiriusXM, seeking potential ownership as his 2025 deal ends. He reflects on his role in the company's growth and addresses retirement rumors.
#Howard Stern#SiriusXM#Radio
Radio Listeners to Choose Between Nickelback, Limp Bizkit
A Houston radio station is allowing listeners to vote between three iconic rock tracks from Nickelback, Limp Bizkit, and Good Charlotte for its Throwback Thursday segment.
#Radio#Nickelback#Limp Bizkit