House Democrats Fight for Gomez Renomination
A group of 21 House Democrats is appealing to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation chair Ted Cruz to only advance the confirmation of Republican FCC nominee Danielle Thumann Severs alongside the renomination of the agency’s lone Democrat, Anna M. Gomez. The congressmen write: “The 
Communications Act limits how many commissioners may belong to one political party, ensuring that decisions on broadband, media ownership, and network security are tested by more than one point of view. Preserving that balance is central to how the Commission is meant to function. Commissioner Gomez has brought independent judgment and a clear command of the FCC’s statutory responsibilities to her work and has consistently engaged with members on both sides of the aisle on the merits of an issue rather than its politics. She has remained focused on many of the core responsibilities that Congress has entrusted to the FCC: closing the digital divide, protecting consumers, promoting competition and innovation, strengthening the security of our communications networks, and advancing U.S. technological leadership.” The group also says, “The Commission functions as intended only when both parties have a seat at the table. Confirming an additional Republican nominee without also securing continued Democratic representation would upset that balance. Commissioner Gomez has shown the experience and judgment to continue that work. We therefore ask that the Senate pair any new Republican nominee with her renomination to a full term, consistent with the bipartisan design Congress built into this agency.”
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resounding success. The power-packed one day event (11/24) drew several hundred parents and concerned citizens to Braid Mill in Germantown to meet, mingle, and see an array of speakers including educators, pasters, and policy experts to discuss the state and future of education. Fellow WPHT talk show host, education advocate and podcaster Dom Giordano was one of the featured panelists (see photo). 
on the program was the notion that Ukraine has been persecuting Christians. Zelenskyy said on the program, “Tucker Carlson and other such guys, they I think they’ve never been. I mean, I think these men never been in Ukraine, how he can discuss what’s going on in Ukraine and to speak about the what’s going on with the with religious people in Ukraine, we are very free.” “This Week on Capitol Hill” with Tony Perkins is produced by Salem in cooperation with the Family Research Council. It airs live at 10:00 am on Saturdays on the Salem Radio Network and Salem News Channel and is streamed four times each weekend on the Newsmax 2 platform.
Group managing member Scott Calka says, “‘The No Snooze Podcast’ is a compelling, engaging and inspirational program hosted by a personality who’s equally compelling, engaging and inspirational. With his special blend of motivational leadership insights, uplifting personal-growth stories and practical health and fitness advice, Dave is poised to break out in the podcast universe. Our new partnership underscores our confidence in his potential and is emblematic of an evolving model for our podcast business.” Reggina’s diagnosis as a teen with Crohn’s disease sparked his dedication to health, fitness and resilience. He is the author of the book, 30 Lessons to Lead: From Breakdowns to Breakthroughs, and co-founded A.C.E. (Action Cultivates Excellence), a transformative personal and professional growth movement and community.
around the Veterans Day holiday. O’Connor tells TALKERS the program features extraordinary stories from wounded veterans, military families, and the people who help them through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. “These are compelling, deeply personal conversations about service, sacrifice, recovery, and the remarkable work Fisher House does for our military families. This is professionally produced, ready-to-air Veterans Day programming that you can offer your listeners at absolutely no cost.” 
guests. Recent interviews have included Stephen A. Smith, Kathie Lee Gifford, Vanilla Ice, Franklin Graham, Rahm Emanuel, Cornel West, and Adam Carolla.
actively pursued involving the community in the station in creative ways. The station is presenting a Halloween radio drama as well as an airstaff music video to create community engagement. Scooby-Doo’s “A Night of Fright Is No Delight” will air on Saturday (10/31) at 7:00 pm featuring voices from the airstaff, clients and community, with a soundtrack performed by local band Cold Flavor Repair in a production that will raise awareness for the Dutchess County SPCA. Gladding says, “Local radio needs to reestablish its position as the community megaphone. At a time when AI-generated content, opinion and voices are saturating the market, the live, local DJ must be reestablished and elevated as the centerpiece of trusted messaging. Giving our staff more creative freedom and control ultimately leads to a stronger team and higher-quality output.” He adds, “There’s a lot of talent walking through this building. Give people room to use it. That’s how you make radio people care about.” 
13+ population as well as those whose primary vehicle they ride in or drive is an EV, but at dramatically different rates. The total population spends 53% of their in-car audio time with AM/FM radio, while EV drivers and riders spend 42% of their in-car audio time with the platform. Streaming music time remains second behind AM/FM radio, but gains significant ground among EV drivers/riders, increasing from 17% of time to 22%. The EV audience’s share of in-car time with podcasts is twice that of the total population. Time spent with SiriusXM also increases among EV drivers/riders, rising from 16% of time to 20%. All other platforms remain relevantly consistent across the two groups.”
“I’m very excited to dive right in to help build the network with great people, original voices, and strong brand partners. Huge thanks to John Goforth for this incredible opportunity to lead Ad Sales for our growing podcast network within Hubbard | Media That Connects. Excited for my next adventure collaborating with all of the talented people in the audio and advertising industry!” Pilewski most recently served Realm as head of sales.
talent. In addition to the original $10,000 scholarship for a qualifying student from a broadcast family, the BFOA will award six new scholarships of $2,500 each annually, bringing the total to seven scholarships and $25,000 in annual awards. BFoA president Tim McCarthy says, “The future of broadcasting depends on attracting talented, creative people with fresh ideas and a passion for our industry. We want to make sure that financial circumstances or family background don’t stand in the way of a promising student pursuing a career in radio or television. By broadening our scholarship program, we’re opening the door to more members of the next generation of broadcasters and investing in the future of our industry.”
the timing is right to close this chapter. During my time at Townsquare, I’ve had the opportunity to wear a lot of hats… For now, I’m going to take some time away and think about what I want the next chapter to look like. Whatever comes next, I know I’ll continue to be drawn to the things I’ve always loved most: building businesses, developing people, solving problems and helping teams accomplish things they didn’t think were possible.” Quinn has served as VP of sales, chief revenue officer for the company’s Ignite business, and as chief growth officer. Townsquare has not stated its plans for replacing Quinn.
Robinson says, “From cutting my teeth in radio at 12 years old to building a decade of community with “Scoop B Radio,” this network is the culmination of a lifelong commitment to narrative sovereignty and authentic storytelling.” He adds that the network will launch a first-of-its-kind women’s basketball channel led by a veteran storyteller, focusing on strategic execution and cultural momentum in women’s hoops. Crossover Media Group co-founder and managing partner Scott Calka says, “What ‘Scoop B’ has organically built is a masterclass in audience loyalty and cultural relevance. In today’s fragmented media ecosystem, audiences are looking to be authentically connected with trusted, deeply engaged communities. By pairing our cross-platform monetization strategies, brand integration expertise and network infrastructure with Brandon’s unmatched access and eye for content, we are establishing a blueprint for modern sports and lifestyle entertainment.”
historian Carl Amari and co-host Lisa Wolf. The five-hour weekly program features meticulously restored classic radio dramas, mysteries, westerns, and comedies starring Hollywood icons including Humphrey Bogart, Lucille Ball, Cary Grant, Bette Davis, Jack Benny, Henry Fonda, and Elizabeth Taylor. Originally launched in 2009, “Hollywood 360” has grown to more than 100 affiliates nationwide. Amari has been digitally restoring these programs and has created a library of more than 100,000 half-hour classic radio shows, including: “Suspense,” “Sherlock Holmes,” “Gunsmoke,” “The Jack Benny Program,” “The Whistler,” “Escape,” “Sam Spade,” “Yours Truly,” “Johnny Dollar,” and “Fibber McGee & Molly,” among many others.
John McConnell suffered a severe cycling accident in November of 2005 that left him briefly paralyzed with C1 and C2 spinal fractures. Exactly one year to the day after his injury, he joined Team Reeve, the peer-to-peer endurance fundraising program of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and completed the New York City Marathon. That sparked a 20-year commitment to run marathons for Team Reeve and has provided him with compelling insights on how to drive philanthropic impact. McConnell has since joined the Foundation’s board of trustees and currently serves as vice chair. He’s helped raise millions of dollars for spinal cord injury research and the National Paralysis Resource Center.