Actor John Cusak Planning Rush Biopic

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– Looks like actor John Cusack will be spending a lot of time in makeup as word from Hollywood is he's developing a movie about Rush Limbaugh and will be cast in the lead role. According to MSN, director Betty Thomas (Hill Street Blues) has been named to work on the film with production set for next year. Considering that Cusack is a well known and outspoken liberal who attended President Obama's 2008 inauguration, one might assume this film may not paint Limbaugh in a complimentary light. We'll reserve judgment until more details are released. In the meantime we look forward to seeing Cusak's transition into a Limbaugh like character. We'll also look forward to hearing what Rush has to say on today's show. Outside of Cusack’s political leanings, he's a highly respected actor whose credits include “Sixteen Candles" and “Being John Malkovich.” Of note, among Betty Thomas' credits include direction of Howard Stern’s “Private Parts” and “The Brady Bunch Movie.”

Cumulus Media Networks Announces Major Election Coverage From ABC News Radio

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– Cumulus Media Networks has announced it will provide wall to wall election coverage with ABC Radio News throughout Tuesday and Wednesday. Programming options will include status reports all day on Tuesday, November 6 and Wednesday, November 7, live anchored coverage on Tuesday, November 6, live unanchored audio of all major speeches, two-ways with correspondents and analysts for stations currently receiving the service and news audio. Special reports on significant developments will also be fed to ABC 50. On Election Night, live coverage will be provided without interruption from 7:00 pm ET to at least 12:58 am ET Wednesday. Live anchored coverage will be available on ABC Fifty-One (51). Live unanchored audio will be provided of all speeches, including the President-Elect's victory speech and opponent's concession speech and as many of the Senate & Gubernatorial race speeches as possible. These feeds will be on ABC 53, 98 & 99. A clean feed will be provided from Obama Headquarters on ABC 96 and a clean feed from Romney Headquarters on ABC 97. Among anchors, correspondents and analyst covering the elections will include: Aaron Katersky, Ann Compton, Alex Stone, Vic Ratner, Steven Portnoy, Jim Ryan, Matt Gutman, Cheri Preston, Steve Roberts, Sam Donaldson and George Stephanopoulos.

AD AGE: In Wake Of Hurricane Sandy, Radio The Only Medium That Matters

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– Nice to read in print, what we've known all along, that when it comes to natural disaters, radio is still the go-to guy. Calling radio, the first electronic mass media, Ad Age's Michael Learmonth wrote: It's an incongruous feeling, in an era of status updates and hashtags, how quickly and how easily the tools that revolutionized communications -- indeed, even fomented revolution -- simply go poof! And what remains is a version of 1932: families gathered around the radio, waiting for a bit of information on where to go or what to do next." "It's almost comical, said Radio Ink's Eric Rhoads. "I was watching some media and they were telling people to go to Facebook, and I thought, 'Wait a minute, when the power goes out, within 8 hours your charge is gone, your internet is out, your phone is probably out. What do you have to rely on? A battery-powered radio." ABC Radio VP Steve Jones (shown) added: "We are the original wireless communication ... We are there in the house for most people and we became a critical lifeline of information during this storm." READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

WWL Host Bobby Hebert Booted From LSU Press Box For Too Much Cheering

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– WWL New Orlean's host and former Saint's Quarterback, Bobby Hebert (A-bear) was ejected from the LSU press box Saturday night during the LSU/Alabama for creating a disturbance during the game. That disturbance was in the form of cheering too loudly for his beloved LSU Tigers after being repeatedly warned not to do so or disturb the approximate 947 media members who were there to cover the game. As a rule, The Football Writers Association of America post signs throughout the the press box area reminding the media to behave professionally. Herbert broadcast his radio show outside Tiger Stadium before each game and has a seat in the press box during games. Beyond the ejection, he probably felt some dejection later as the Crimson Tide scored a TD in the final minute of the game to take the win, 21-17. PHOTO: WWL

DICK BUTKUS: “Maybe Ditka Wore Out His Welcome” [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker Dick Butkus stopped by FOX Sports Radio’s Petros & Money last week and reacted to the recent comments made by former Chicago Bears defensive player Richard Dent, in which Dent blamed head coach Mike Ditka for the Chicago Bears not winning more than one Super Bowl Championship in the 1980's. Mat Smith asked: Did you see Richard Dent and what he said about Ditka, and how he felt like his head coach cost them a repeat and, maybe, wasted the prime of that dominating team in ’85?...He went after Ditka - said it was his fault, that they should have won more than one Super Bowl, and he puts it square on the shoulders of his head coach.” Butkus: "I was doing radio for the Bears during that time – the Super Bowl in ‘85 and everything else. I don’t know if it was really all Ditka’s fault. They let Wilbur Marshall go; they let a couple guys leave that team…It was a joke when they played different teams…The quarterbacks were ducking and throwing the ball out before they got the snap, for crying out loud. I mean, it was unbelievable ... I think that was the downfall more so than, maybe, Ditka. Maybe Ditka wore out his welcome too, but who knows? LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

MOVERS/WAKERS: KLUC J.B. King Renews With Multi-Year Deal; Derrick Corbett To Program WDAS/WUSL Philadelphia

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– Longtime host/APD of 98.5 KLUC/Las Vegas, J.B. King (shown) looks like he's not going anywhere soon, as he renews another multi-year contract with CBS Radio. J.B. debuted in afternoon drive on KLUC, April 22nd, 1998 and quickly added APD/MD stripes in 1999. "98.5 KLUC and Las Vegas has been home for over 14 years and I am glad to be continuing my career with CBS Radio here in the greatest, most active city in America,” said J.B. “There’s nowhere that I’d rather be and no other station that I’d rather work for than KLUC…and no other Program Director I’d rather work for than Cat Thomas.”“J.B. has been a staple to the Las Vegas community and to KLUC for so long," says Thomas. " I thought he just came with the building!” –––––––– Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Philadelphia announced that Derrick "DC" Corbett has been named Program Director for WDAS-AM/FM and WUSL-FM Power 99 FM, effective December 3, 2012.

AJ'S Kid's Crane Returns To New Energy 103.7 San Diego

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2012 –– AJ’s Kids Crane – the annual toy drive created by ENERGY 103.7 personalities AJ Machado and Hula Ramos - returns to kick off the holiday season Wednesday, November 14 - 21 in the IKEA parking lot located at 2149 Fenton Parkway in Mission Valley. AJ will live high atop a 30-foot structure until the goal of 100,000+ toys is reached. San Diegans will be encouraged to donate a toy in exchange for various prizes and/or activities each day at the 11th Annual AJ’s Kids Crane. The goal of AJ’s Kids Crane is to collect toys for AJ’s Kids Fund to benefit Rady Children’s Hospital. The toys are donated to the hospital to help the young patients feel more at ease while undergoing procedures or a stay at Rady Children’s Hospital. The toys from the previous year have just about run out, making donations this year’s event even more crucial. “Despite our difficult economy, San Diegans have always shown their generosity and we’re confident this year will be no exception.” says AJ. “Something as simple as a toy can make the fear and pain of a child’s illness or injury easier to bare. The toys we collect now will brighten the lives of thousands of children receiving treatment at Rady Children’s Hospital over the next 12 months.”

Britney Spears Close To Signing A Book Deal - [THR]

UH OH: No Doubt Pulls Video Following Complaints - [TORONTO SUN]

Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert Raises $23 Million - [THE INQUISITR]

Are We Ready For A 'Casablanca' Sequel? [NY POST]

Kristen Stewart Eyeing Flick With Ben Affleck - [DEADLINE]

Mark Cuban Wants Trump To Shave It Off -- Shave It All Off - [MY FOX DFW]

UH OH: More Trademark Jacking Charges Against The Kardashians - [TMZ]

Cameron Diaz Gets All Pink For Elle - [COCO'S TEA PARTY]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: "Side Effects" With Channing Tatum & Jude Law - [VULTURE]

Swift To Usher In New Year From New York's Times Square

That's Just The Beginning

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– It's fair to say, there's not a bigger star right now than singer Taylor Swift. Last night it was the CMA Awards. Earlier this week she made U.S. chart history after her new album Red moved more than 1.2 million copies in its first week of release. A bit later we learned Taylor will be co-host of the Grammy nominations concert live with LL COOL J in Nashville on December 5. As if this weren't enough, Mr. Media, Ryan Seacrest, then made a huge announcement this week revealing the svelte mega star will be performing in New York City’s Times Square just before the stroke of midnight on New Year's eve. Did we fail to mention she headlined at this year's iHeart Music Festival? And if you still need more, scroll down to Popline Daily. She caught Cosmo's attention, too. Kanye who?

KROQ's Bean To Donate Kidney To Fellow Staffer

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– As we approach Thanksgiving, here's a story that brings new meaning to the occasion. Yesterday, Gene 'Bean' Baxter, one half of the KROQ/LA's Kevin and Bean Show shocked fellow workers and listeners by announcing that on November 13 he will become a kidney donor to help longtime CBS Radio and KROQ staffer, Scott Mason, Director of Engineering, who has been with the company in a variety of capacities since 1979. Bean, who lives in Seattle, will make the trip to Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles to donate his kidney to Scott. "I have decided to help a friend out by donating a kidney," said Bean. This is the second kidney transplant for Scott, who has had kidney problems for most of his adult life and underwent a previous transplant from a cadaver in 1999. The last kidney he received lasted about 10 years and Scott, who suffered a silent heart attack in the past year, and currently undergoes daily dialysis, calls Bean's decision a 'game changer. For Bean, it was an educational process and a decision based on math, not emotions: Scott has zero (kidneys), I have two." LISTEN TO ANNOUNCEMENT HERE

HOT 97's Hip Hop Has Heart Foundation Delivers Aid To NYC

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 -- The Hip Hop Has Heart Foundation will deliver aid to New York City this weekend providing relief to our listeners and the community in wake of the devastation left by Hurricane Sandy. HOT 97 will be donating shirts contributed by Trukfit, clothing given by Rocawear, HD Radios provided by Ibiquity, sweatshirts, blankets and more to shelters in Staten Island, Coney Island, Queens, Manhattan, Long Island, Newark in New Jersey and more on Friday November 2 and Saturday November 3, 2012. HOT 97 has deep roots in not only the hip hop community, but also with the people of New York and New Jersey; when they hurt, we hurt. This is the beginning of our efforts to assist with rebuilding the New York tri-state area. HOT 97 aims to bring hope and encouragement to all those affected by this overwhelming disaster.

Ryan Seacrest Takes Over Reigns Of Time's Square New Year's Special

First Time In 40 Years, To Air Without Dick Clark

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– Admit it, seeing the ball drop in Times Square this New Years will be bitter-sweet as it will mark the first time in four decades that entertainment's first, true media mogul won't be there to help us celebrate. On last night's Jimmy Fallon Show, Ryan Seacrest announced that he will be officially taking over the reigns of the annual tradition from his beloved friend and mentor, Dick Clark who passed away in April. “This one is gonna be emotional. This is the first time in 40 plus years that we’ll be in Times Square without Dick Clark as he passed away. And he’s such a hero of mine and was a dear friend. So it will be special, celebratory, reflective, but certainly emotional.” Fallon then prodded Seacrest on who would headline and hinted “...there’s a female artist out there that’s setting records in terms of what she’s selling, recently ... And she loves a good break-up anthem.” It was then learned that Swift will join a long list of other celebrities.

WIND Chicago's Line-Up Takes To The Stage To Talk Radio

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– Looks like 560 WIND Chicago is doing their own brand of Talk Show Boot Camp as, for the first time ever, the entire AM 560 WIND line-up of stars will take to the stage to entertain a live audience. Just days before the presidential election, this event will offer its fans and local residents the opportunity to see Glenn Beck, Dennis Miller, Michael Medved, John Howell, Amy Jacobson, Steve Cochran, Hugh Hewitt, Dennis Prager, and Mike Gallagher all on the same stage and on the same night. This event will also highlight some of the legends of WIND, including Clark Weber. It will be a celebration of the power and passion of radio, and the history and heritage of AM 560 WIND. It all takes place on Saturday, November 3, 2012, at the Akoo Theatre (formerly the Rosemont Theatre). Want to attend? CLICK HERE

Joe Kelly Passes Torch To Dan Potter; Keven Cohen Exits WVOC

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– Looks like the search for Joe Kelley's replacement at KRMG took all of a walk down the hall as it was announced that afternoon host Dan Potter (shown) will move to mornings to fill the seat vacated by Kelly who's headed to Cox Media's WDBO in Orlando, Florida. ––– Shocker out of Columbia, SC as longtime afternoon host, Keven Cohen, of WVOC-FM 100.1, was let go on Thursday afternoon before he went on the air. Cohen had hosted afternoons since 1999. Cohen told The State: “I had a great run at WVOC ... It will always have a special place in my heart.” Cohen also anchored the station’s pre- and post-game coverage of USC Gamecock football.

George Noory To Host Election Night Special

To Feature Nostradamus Expert And Numerologist

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– On Tuesday, November 6, Coast to Coast AM host George Noory will provide listeners with full election night coverage. Special guests, including prophecy scholar and Nostradamus expert John Hogue, numerologist Glynis McCants and financial analyst Mike “Mish” Shedlock, will join Noory live to discuss the presidential election, share their predictions and take questions from callers. Noory will also provide updates from key battleground states throughout the evening. Noory stated, “Every election is important and this one is no exception. I look forward to the final tally and dialogue with our guests and callers as we decide the path of our country for the next four years.”

Dan Aykroyd Talkin' The Blues With Bob Rivers Show [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– Comedian/Actor Dan Aykroyd not only plays the blues as a beloved member of the Blues Brothers, he plays them on the radio, too, via Dial-Global's syndicated "The Blues Mobile with Elwood Blues" which airs on nearly 200 stations. Out makin the rounds to promote his Crystal Head Vodka he chatted with fellow blues lover, Bob Rivers on 95.7 KJR/Seattle. Dan told Bob, the biggest problem facing blues music isn't in the clubs or casinos, but the real challenge is getting blues on the radio. Dan also spoke about the upcoming "Ghostbusters 3" film, his own experiences with the paranormal and how best to talk to my 3¸-year-old son, AJ, about how not to be afraid of ghosts. CLICK HERE TO CATCH THE INTERVIEW - Shown right are super producer, Arik Korm,an, Aykroyd and Spike O'Neill. Not surprisingly, at this event for liquor distributors, Spike was just as popular with visitors as Mr. Aykroyd. Imagine that? While you're at it, check out Aykroyd's 'Blues Mobile" website HERE

Talk's Howard, Boortz, Cain & Dupree Descend On Tulsa

THE MOUTH, NOVEMBER 2ND, 2012 –– Big week for KRMG/Tulsa, with Joe Kelly headed to Orlando and longtime host Dan Potter getting the nod for mornings. Adding to the occasion was was a Dial Global bonanza of talent with (pictured left to right) Clark Howard, Neal Boortz, Herman Cain and Jamie Dupree all sharing the stage at a recent KRMG event in Tulsa. Not sure what they discussed, but something tell us politics may have come up.

Taylor Swift Devours The Cover of Cosmo - [EW]

Complete List of Winners From Last Night's CMA Awards - [EW]

SPEAKING UBIQUITOUS: Michael Lohan Joins Judge Alex - [POP CRUNCH]

Khloe Kardashian Perks Up For X-Factor Debut - [EXAMINER]

X-Factor's Ratings Up, Not Just Khloe - [REUTERS]

Pepsi To Add Sizzle To X-Factor - [YAHOO]

Jamie Foxx May Play Amazing Spider Man - [THE INQUISITR]

UH OH: J-Lo Makes Boy Toy Sign Confidentiality Agreement - [RADAR ONLINE]

Jodie Foster Earns Lifetime Achievement Award - [HUFFPO]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: 'Despicable Me' With Steve Carell - [GEEKS OF DOOM]