MSBC 25 IS JUST WEEKS AWAY: This year's anniversary event will be highlighted with a special star-studded panel of top women hosts who thrived over the last 25 years. Led by RAB President/CEO, Erica Farber, they'll take a look at how the role of women broadcasters has evolved and what challenges lie ahead. It's set for Thursday, Aug. 8th.

HE'S BACK: Peter Boyles Returns To Denver's Airwaves

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– Following what some had assumed to be a contract-related matter, Peter Boyles arrived, as promised, on today's morning show on KNUS 710/Denver. As Jockline Daily reported this week. the longtime KHOW Denver host hit an apparent snag on Monday as his return was delayed. He told 9News reporter, Jace Larson, that he would be back on the air Wednesday, but couldn't comment on what happened. On the KNUS Facebook page, they posted: "Due to circumstances beyond our control - we are unable to debut our new program this morning at 6AM - We will air our regular programming today and are working diligently to add a new program to our daily lineup at the earliest possible date. Stay tuned for breaking news and intelligent talk. Good things are coming." Boyles was let go by Clear Channel last May after getting into a scuffle with his producer.

KISW Seattle's Men's Room Tops $300,000 In Donations To Fisher House

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– As of this week, 99.9 KISW's afternoon show, The Men's Room (below), in partnership with Elysian Brewing, has donated $300,000 to Puget Sound Fisher House and Joint Base Lewis-McChord to honor and assist our veterans and active military personnel. Thanks to the support of its listeners, known as Rockaholics, donations have now topped $300,000 since 2009. "We consider it an honor to give back to the men and women who have given so much for this country. The fact that we could do that through beer is an added bonus," says Miles Montgomery, host of The Mens Room. "It's obvious, it's necessary, and it's our privilege. The Fisher House is an unsung hero," adds Mens Room host, Steve "The Thrill" Hill. In 2009, the show partnered with Elysian Brewing to create "Men's Room Original Red." The beer was an instant hit. Since opening in 2008, the VA Puget Sound Fisher House has served over 3,600 families of veterans and active-duty military personnel. Among other services, The Fisher House provides temporary housing to families of veterans and active service personnel while service members are being treated at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System.

MOTION: Cochran Covers First Show For Brandmeier; Joe Walsh Moves To Earlier Shift At WIND; Todd and Erin Exit B98.7 Salt Lake City

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– WIND-AM Chicago has adjusted its lineup following Steve Cochran's failed contract renewal. Former Congressman, Joe Walsh, now moves up from evenings to early evening. Lineup now has John Howell and Amy Jacobson in mornings, Glenn Beck and Dennis Miller in middays, Michael Medved in late afternoons and Joe Walsh in early evening. According to crn.com Cochran began doing fill-in on WGN yesterday, but says while he is not yet a Tribune Broadcasting employee, "he will spend much of this summer doing freelance fill-in work at the station, not just for the morning show, but other shifts, as well. Those fill-ins could very well lead to a much larger, full-time role at WGN-AM by the end of this summer."–––––––––––––11 yr. morning hosts Todd (Collard) & Erin (Collard) aired their last show this week on B98.7 Salt Lake City. Todd & Erin began mornings in 1994 as part of The Fisher & Todd Morning Show on KISN 97.1. They later married and in 2002 joined B98.7. On their Facebook Page, T&E told listeners "We look forward to talking with you again soon at a new station. We love you. No, this isn't a "wacky radio stunt," but The Todd & Erin Show's been in place for 18 years and we WILL be back on the air." ––––––––

Summit Brings Mountain Radio To FM Band In Birmingham

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– Looks like Birmingham Al. has a new station in the dashboard, an extension of Birmingham Mountain Radio which has been online for years. According to myfox.com, a syndication deal with Summit Media Group launched terrestrial broadcasting Tuesday at noon on 107.3. Featuring shows such as The Morning Blend and Reg's Coffee House with host Scott Register (shown), they'll play alternative and indie rock music. Register says he is excited listeners will have a new way to enjoy their music. "I just want to thank the listeners. Today is not about us, it's about them. We're just doing what we always do, but now they're going to have a chance to listen to us in places they haven't been able to listen to us before and to get that much more out of what we do," said Register.

Planet Radio Returns To Jacksonville

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– Clear Channel/Jacksonville has announced the return of "Planet Radio on 106.9 W295AZ and WNWW-HD2. This marks Planet Radio's return after three year absence and will air commercial free through Labor Day. "We are THRILLED to bring back Planet Radio and a brand that has been missed by rock music fans in Jacksonville," said Market Manager Marv Nyren.

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Xfm To Host Intimate Gig With Mumford & Sons

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– Global Radio" Global Radio’s Xfm has secured Mumford & Sons for an exclusive and intimate gig in aid of Xfm’s fund for War Child. The “Xfm presents with Ford SYNC” series of events brings big bands to small venues, giving Xfm listeners the chance to get up-close-and-personal with artists.
Mumford & Sons will be treating the specially-invited audience to a special gig. Mumford & Sons headlined at Glastonbury on Sunday and will performed at the Olympic Park in London next month.

Real Radio gives away £50,000 ($76,000) To One Listener On Fifty Grand Friday - One listener from the North West of England has won £50k on Real Radio’s networked competition Fifty Grand Friday. Across the month of June, each Real Radio Breakfast team on the Real Radio network played a daily ‘Fact or Fiction’ competition to find their region’s finalist. The five finalists competed against each other on Darren Parks’ mid-morning show, with Gillian Tetlow from St Helens winning £50,000.

Solent splits for new Dorset breakfast show - BBC Radio Solent will have two breakfast shows soon. As well as the current show broadcast from Southampton, a new local breakfast show for the county of Dorset will be broadcasts on their 103.8FM transmitter from July 8th. It will be hosted by Alina Jenkins. The new show will cover areas including Weymouth, Portland, Dorchester, Wareham, Blandford Forum, Wool and many of the villages in between. From 6:30am each weekday, the BBC says they’ll put decision-makers, bosses and politicians in the spotlight to get answers to the important questions audiences want answered. Local travel news and weather information will also feature. Alina has been with BBC Radio Solent for 12 years working on early breakfast, afternoons, news and also presenting for the regional and national weather teams.

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Entertainment Weekly Serves Up Pop Culture On The Radio

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– If you listen to satellite radio, you likely are aware of Entertainment Weekly's 24/7 new pop culture channel featuring writers Dalton Ross (right), Owen Gleiberman and Lynette Rice. They recently added Jenna Morasca (left), whom you might know know as a former "Survivor" champion and TV host. According to The Pittsburgh's Post Gazette, Henry Goldblatt, deputy managing editor and director of brand development at Entertainment Weekly said "The jump to radio was more than a year in the making, he said. The channel debuted May 28. "There were all sorts of fits and starts to get this going ... EW considered programming via traditional, terrestrial radio but was won over by satellite." Morasca and Ross first met when CBS paired them to host an online show about its reality juggernaut. "It was funny because he actually wrote one of the meanest articles about me when I was on 'Survivor,' she said. "When we were finally going to do the job together, he said, 'Are you OK with it?' and I said, 'It's fine. I wasn't a fan of some of my behavior, either.' When EW asked Mr. Ross to host the live morning show, he suggested Morasca. The shows emanate from SiriusXM's midtown Manhattan studios. PHOTO/SiriusXM

Megyn Kelly Moves To Primetime On FOX News Channel

THE MOUTH, JULY 3RD, 2013 –– Just back from maternity leave, Roger Ailes, Chairman and CEO, FOX News, has moved Megyn Kelly into primetime. He's also announced long-term deals with Bret Baier, Shepard Smith, Bill O’Reilly, Sean Hannity and Greta Van Susteren. Ailes said, “Megyn is an exceptional talent who has successfully filled and surpassed each role we have given her at the network. Her ability to command the screen, delve into the facts and lead a debate is what makes her one of the most sought-after anchors in the business.” Kelly added, “Roger Ailes hired me nine years ago when I was new to this business and he had little other than instinct to suggest it might work out. I was grateful to him then, remain so today, and am excited for this next opportunity.” Before joining FNC in 2004, Kelly served as a general assignment reporter for ABC News affiliate WJLA-TV in Washington. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Syracuse University and a J.D. from Albany Law School, where she graduated with honors and served as editor of the Albany Law Review. Kelly then practiced law as a corporate litigator at Jones Day before transitioning into TV.

Robert Pattinson Dating Elvis' Grandaughter? - [X17]

Dr. Oz Hires Hollywood Reporter Projects Editor For New Magazine - [THR]

Pierce Brosnan's Daughter Succumbs To Ovarian Cancer At 41 - [E]

Jewel Added As Judge To NBC's 'Sing Off' - [TV GUIDE]

Rihanna Does Karaoke In Germany - [JUICE FM]

Hallmark Cancels Marie Osmond Show; She Now Eyes Syndication - [VARIETY]

Yup, (P)orn Site Makes Paula Deen An Offer - [ACCESS ATLANTA]

Check Out Cardinal's Gill On 25mph Treadmill - [ZAP 2 IT]

Woman Creates Prosthetic Leg Out Of Legos - [THE INQUISITR]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: Vince Vaugh In 'First Delivery' - [CINEMA BLEND]

Have a safe and enjoyable July 4th holiday. We'll see you back after the break!

Dan Vallie Expands Radio Talent System To Colleges Campus' Nationally

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– Longtime consultant, Dan Vallie, has expanded his popular Radio Talent System to college campus' nationally. Formerly known as The Kellar Radio Talent Institute at Appalachian State University which was funded by former broadcaster Art Kellar and is co-sponsored by the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters is now headed to its second campus in Kentucky. Along with the Kentucky Broadcasters Association WKU, The Radio Talent Institute debuts on the campus of Western Kentucky University as the second Institute in the System. Since its inception 6 years ago, Vallie says 70% of the students that have completed the Institute have gotten their first job in radio or a related field. They are now working for CBS, Clear Channel, Beasley Broadcast Group, Entercom, Greater Media, Dick Broadcasting, Curtis Media, Centennial Broadcasting, CNN and others. The National Radio Talent System® recruits the radio professionals to teach the sessions, and students must be accepted into the Institutes through an application process. For more information, contact DanVallie@NationalRadioTalentSystem.com or call 828-262-1502.

SCOTT SHANNON | TOM GRISWOLD | JEFF DETROW | JERRY CESAK | GUY PHILLIPS | BROTHER WEASE

Among the many highlights of this year's 25th Annual Morning Show Boot In Chicago is a special panel made up of top hosts who have not only crossed the 25 year mark on the air, but have continued to thrive, year after year. Among those joining moderator Mike McVay (far right) will be from left to right, WPLJ/New York's Scott Shannon, Tom Griswold of The Bob & Tom Show, KyXy/San Diego's Jeff & Jer', Y98/St. Louis' Guy Phillips, 95.1/Rochester's Brother Wease. Others to be announced. MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP is set for Aug. 8th & 9th At The Renaissance Hotel/Chicago. SPONSORED BY REELWORLD

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Peter Boyle's Return To Denver Airwaves Met With Delay

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– Longtime Denver host Peter Boyle's (shown) debut as the new morning host on 710 KNUS hit an apparent snag on Monday as his return was delayed. He told 9News reporter, Jace Larson, that he will be back on the air Wednesday, but couldn't comment on what happened. On the KNUS Facebook page, they posted: "Due to circumstances beyond our control - we are unable to debut our new program this morning at 6AM - We will air our regular programming today and are working diligently to add a new program to our daily lineup at the earliest possible date. Stay tuned for breaking news and intelligent talk. Good things are coming." Boyles was let go by Clear Channel last May after getting into a scuffle with his producer. And while speculation is that his delay may be tied to a possible non-compete clause with Clear Channel, no comments have been reported. As they say, stay tuned.

KIIS/LA Host, Internet Star Skee To Host Live Weekly Show On AXS TV

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– Make note of the name Skee. If you're not familiar with him by now, you will be soon. Mark Cuban's AXS TV has just signed him tup to star in a live, weekly show where he'll interact with the likes of Snoop Dogg, T.I., Lil Wayne and Justin Timberlake. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show will feature live guests but will also include taped segments that provide an insider’s look at Skee’s life. He hopes to use the show to expose up-and-coming talent as well as established artists. In addition to KIIS, Skee also airs on Sirius XM Satellite Radio and Clear Channel’s iHeart Radio. For the past six years, he has run a lifestyle channel on YouTube named Skee TV. "DJ Skee is the voice of pop culture,” AXS TV founder/chairman Mark Cuban told Billboard via email. “He has access to everyone and anyone and more importantly he can get anyone to sit down and talk to him. He is about to become this generation's Oprah." Cuban network partners on AXX are AEG, Ryan Seacrest Media, CAA and CBS. “After meeting Mark Cuban,” Skee joked, “my dream is to one day buy the Timberwolves.”

Pitbull To Guest Host On American Top 40

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– International music sensation Pitbull will guest host American Top 40 this weekend, July 6 and 7. In addition to counting down the Top 40 songs, the Miami native will answer questions directly from fans and talk about what it was like to work with superstar artists like Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez and Enrique Iglesias on his critically-acclaimed, seventh studio album, Global Warming. More than five million weekly listeners will tune in to hear Mr. Worldwide as he discusses his appearance in the 20th Century Fox animated movie “Epic,” in addition to sharing behind-the-scenes stories from his current world tour.
American Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest, the number one countdown show in the U.S., is syndicated by Premiere Networks on nearly 500 stations worldwide.

WJBQ/Portland's Jeff Parsons Competes In National Pinball Tournament

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– This past weekend, pinball enthusiasts from all over the world met in, where else, John Reuter's basement in Gorham, Maine. According to USA Today, among the cram-packed attendance was none other that Cumulus' WJBQ morning host Jeff Parson, one third of the popular Jeff, Lori & Meredith Show. There for the seventh annual New England Pinball Championship, Parsons joined with pinball wizards from nearly everywhere. He says he loves the adrenaline rush of competitive pinball. "When you're in a groove, it's such a feeling to know, 'Oh man I'm killing this machine" Parsons said. "One of the players here is ranked 54th in the world, which pretty much means, I don't have a shot," joke Parsons. Of note, Reuter's basement houses 95 pinball machines.

Carmichael Dave Returns As KHTK/Sacramento Launches New Lineup

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– On Monday, July 8th Sacramento’s only local sports talk radio station will launch a new Sports Talk morning show with longtime radio host Keith Brooks and the return of Carmichael Dave inside the KHTK studios. The new sports morning show will launch at 5:30 AM Monday morning and be part of a new (but familiar) lineup for the local sports leader. Following the new show will be three live hours of the Jim Rome Show, followed by The Don Geronimo Show’s return to mid-days on Sports 1140 from noon-3PM. Grant Napear, the face of the Sacramento Kings and longtime show host on KHTK, will remain in his current day part from 3-7PM Monday through Friday. Jason Ross will rejoin the afternoon sports desk in the KHTK Sports 1140 update studios and continue to fill in for Grant Napear. Dave “Deuce” Mason will continue to be an important part of Sports 1140 and local sports programming for KHTK.

REPORT: Steve Cochran Headed To WGN?

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– No sooner had word gotten out that Steve Cochran's deal with WIND expired over the weekend (JD 7/1) before speculation begin that he was poised to return to his former radio home. According to crm.com, word leaked online that Steve Cochran was going to return to WGN-AM to fill-in for Jonathon Brandmeier, who will be off for two weeks vacation. Apparently a "snag" occurred on Sunday; thus, the station decided to have regular Brandmeier fill-in Bill Leff do the show. Steve Cochran began in Chicago 1993 and later worked for WGN-AM. He was suppose to take over the morning show following the retirement of Spike O'Dell at the end of 2008, but failed to come to terms on a contract with station management. In addition to WIND, he had continued to work the 10:00am-Noon shift for KTRS-AM/St. Louis.

MOTION: Yonni Rude On The Rise At WSSX/Charleston; TJ Lubinsky Joins WJRZ/Monmouth-Ocean City Lineup; Kimba Heads To 101.5 Lite Miami

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2013 –– WSSX/Charleston promotes Yonni Rude to PD of WSSX/Charleston SC. Rude replacing Mike Edwards who departed last month. Rude moves to the position from the APD post on sister station WWWZ/Charleston. Yonni Rude began his career at Radio Antilles in the Caribbean when he was only 12 as a part of the pre-teen show Children’s Hour.  During undergrad, he volunteered at NPR station WFSS-FM before he joined Urban mainstream WZFX in Fayetteville, NC and quickly moved up the ranks to MD/Afternoons.  On his new position, Rude added “I am excited about this opportunity to lead the heritage brand of WSSX into the future and I look forward to working with Corporate PD Davey Morris and the rest of the Cumulus team.  We are ready to make history and set new records.” –––––– TJ Lubinsky, best known for his frequent appearances on PBS music specials, returns to the "Sunday Night Request Show" on WJRZ-FM/Monmouth-Ocean City, NJ. featuring hits from the 60's, 70's and 80's. Lubinsky had formerly hosted the show from 2005-2009. –––––––––– Veteran South Florida air personality Kimba joins WLYF-FM/101.5 Lite FM Miami as APD and PMD. She arrives from crosstown 97-3 The Coast.

Hong Kong Produces First Snowden Film - [CNN]

Ruben Studdard (Remember?) To Compete On 'Biggest Loser' - [PEOPLE]

J-Lo Apologizes For Singing To Dictator And Making $1.5 Million - [US]

'Masterchef Contestant Draws Fire Over Racist Tweets - [THE HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP]

New O.J. Film To Play Up Innocence - [BUZZFEED]

UH OH: Kyra Dedgwick Cuts Off Fingertip While Cutting Kale - [TODAY]

UH OH 2: Celebrity Apprentice's Claudia Jordan Claims Omarosa's Mom Punched Her BET Awards - [TMZ]

Demi Lovato Covers August Cosmo - [COSMOPOLITAN]

Elle Macpherson, Still Fabulous At 50 - [THE AUSTRALIAN]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: 'Ride Along' With Ice Cube And Kevin Hart - [COMING SOON]

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