CBS Denies Threatening WFAN's Francesa With Legal Action

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2014 –– “There has been no discussion of any kind in regards to a lawsuit,” said a spokesperson for CBS Radio. This was in regard to WFAN's Mike Francesa claim that he received a letter from his bosses threatening legal action if he continues to harp on the air about his uneven relationship with Fox. According to The New York Post, when told of the latest news during Tuesday’s broadcast, Francesa responded by saying: “Semantics. Tell the truth. I was given it and I can produce it. Cease with the nonsense.” Francesa said he received a letter from his bosses threatening legal action if he continues to harp on the air about his problems with Fox. Since signing with the network in March, Francesa’s show has often been pre-empted and he's often relayed these issues withhis radio audience. After returning to his show on WFAN for his 25th anniversary, he said "Sometimes you get a cake or a watch, sometimes you get a letter threatening to sue you. That's what I got. So that's why we can't talk about it right now. I'm frustrated, but there's not much we can do." Francesa’s show was previously simulcast on the YES Network.

Chicago's Loop On The Hunt For New Morning Show

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2014 –– Cumulus' The Loop/97.9 has a rare morning opportunity in a city with great history Of personality radio. Earlier this week (JL 9.15) they announced a revamp of its weekday line-up that features personalities Tim Virgin (R), Lyndsey Marie (R) and Pyke. Since the late ‘70’s, The Loop has provided the soundtrack to growing up in Chicago, with a long history of delivering rock music and legendary radio personalities to generations of Chicagoland listeners. The next chapter begins as former “Looper,” Tim Virgin returns to Chicago for WLUP Afternoon Drive. Lyndsey Marie to middays and Pyke at night. Right now they are looking for a truly entertaining personality whocan meet the high expectations of that cities audience. Send your materials to cumulusradio.jobs@cumulus.com and in the subject line note "Chicago"

SYNDICATION: Johnjay & Rich Add SL100/Hattiesburg To Lineup; Notorious 90's Welcome KLKK/Iowa

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMEBER 17TH, 2014 –– – Hattiesburg’s SL100 announced the addition of The Johnjay & Rich Show to the station’s weekday programming lineup. They're Joined by co-host Kyle (R) “Johnjay and I are so excited for our show to be heard in ‘The Hub City,’” stated Rich Berra of The Johnjay & Rich Show. “Having grown up in St. Louis and spending time in New Orleans with all my family, this part of the world really echoes what our show is about." ######## Envision Networks® Notorious 90’s is proud to welcome KLKK-FM/Mason City, IA as the latest affiliate of the new weekly 2-hour 90’s rock show. Hosted by LA Lloyd and produced by Joe Kelly (Producer of AV Deli and Sun City Café), Notorious 90’s also includes comedy flashbacks and pop culture mind-benders.The Fox Rocks the 90’s Notorious-ly “I was looking for a show, not just a syndicated version of voice tracking,” said James Shaman, Program Director at 103.7 The Fox. “I wanted a show that was entertaining, fun, and featured the music I grew up with. Notorious 90’s fit the bill perfectly!”

Casey Kasem's Former Nurse Now Suing His Wife Jean

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2014 –– The nurse who looked after the ailing Casey Kasem in the days prior to his death is suing his wife, Jean, claiming she wasn't paid for $10,000 in services. The Daily Mail cites court documents showing Susan Stromin cared for radio legend Casey between May 8 and May 11 this year, just a month before he died on June 15. Stromin claims she looked after Casey in May and was never paid for it. She is also suing for 'loss of sleep, stress, deceit and physical strain'. She claims she worked 42.5 hours of work at $75 an hour while caring for Casey at his Beverly Hills home. The work totaled $2,257.50 and she's also claiming $6,742.50 for 'balance of categories'. The lawsuit was filed at the Los Angeles Superior Court on August 29 and a trial has been set for November 10. The court documents state that the case was postponed because the court was unable to serve Jean with the legal papers, reporting she was out of state, and out of country. Jean arranged for her husband's body to be flown to Oslo, Norway after making bizarre claims that she has Norwegian heritage. She and Casey were married for 34 years. The Santa Monica police department is currently investigating claims of elder abuse against Casey in his final months.

MOTION: Steve & Vikki Return To Atlanta With Podcast; Raven Brinson Takes Middays At Hot 107.9 Ft. Wayne

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2014 –– Add longtime morning hosts Steve & Vikki to the growing list of former broadcast radio shows returning via podcast. According to The AJC's Rodney Ho, one of Atlanta's longest running shows in the 1990s through the mid-2000s, Steve McCoy and Vikki Locke have reunited in podcast form. After leaving Star 94 in 2007 after an extensive run, they returned to crosstown B98.5 in 2008 until McCoy left 2010. Locke continued for another three years but left the show last year. McCoy, who made the podcast available on YouTube and I Heart Radio, said reaction so far has been terrific and he already has had two advertisers approach him. So there could be money here for the taking.' ######### Raven Brinson (L) has been hired by Adams Radio of Fort Wayne to serve as Midday Host for Hot 107.9 in Fort Wayne. She arrives from Q92 WDJQ-FM (Canton, OH) where she served as PM Drive & Assisted PD. “I am thrilled to join the team at Adams Radio Fort Wayne, an innovative and opportunity-driven company focused on its stations and the local communities they serve. Likewise, I am eager to further the vision of Robbie Mack and Adams Radio Group for HOT 107.9!," said Raven.

105.1 JACK-FM/Kansas City Draws 9,500 For Throwback Event

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2014 –– This past weekend, 105.1 JACK-FM/Kansas City hosted JACK’S THROWBACK party at the KC Live! Block in the Kansas City Power and Light District, featuring KC and the Sunshine Band. Special guest DJ, JT Quick took the stage at 7pm and KC and the Sunshine Band had the party shakin’ for nearly two hours. This free event attracted over 9,500 revelers and over $1,000 in cash and prizes were awarded in the '70’s costume contest. Mark Sullivan, Market Manager for Cumulus Kansas City said: “For an inaugural event, we were more than thrilled with the turn out and crowd participation. Jack’s Throwback proved itself to be an event Kansas City is excited for and we’re excited to make this an annual event. Listeners and sponsors agree that it was a home run!” Ashley Coppock, Promotions Director for 105.1 JACK-FM said: “The creative wheels are already turning for 2015! This will be a hard one to top. The response and attendance totally exceeded my expectations and I can’t wait to do it again!”

Kurt Warner Makes Debut On WWO's Monday Night Football

Last night, two-time NFL MVP and Super Bowl XXXIV MVP Kurt Warner debuted as Westwood One’s Monday Night Football analyst alongside veteran play-by-play announcer Kevin Harlan. The game was played at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis. It was as successful a night for Warner in the booth as it was for the Eagles on the field, who rallied in the second half and flew past the Colts for a 30-27 win. Warner is alternating weeks with Boomer Esiason throughout the regular NFL season on Westwood One.

Jenny McCarthy Says She Was Kicked Of 'The View' Because They Wanted More Diversity

CNN's Nischelle Turner Headed To 'ET' As Correspondent - [THE WRAP]

'Million Dollar Listing New York's' Ryan Serhant Proposes To Girlfriend In Times Square - [E ONLINE]

Leonardo Di Caprio Named UN's Messenger Of Peace - [NYDN]

UH OH: Rihanna Tweets 'F*** You' To CBS After They Dropped Her Tune - [VARIETY]

Kristin Cavallari Slays 'Beauty Issue' Of 'Line' - [LINE-MAG]

Jenny McCarthy Says She Was Kicked Of 'The View' Because They Wanted More Diversity - [MEDIAITE]

Louis C.K., Bruce Springsteen To Headline 'Stand Up For Heroes' Event - [ROLLING STONE]

Condoleezza Rice Backed To Take Over NFL - [TELEGRAPH]

Matthew McConaughey's Goes Astronaut On Cover Of Empire - [COMIC BOOK MOVIE]

Clear Channel Rebrands As iHeart Media

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– Clear Channel announced today that it has become iHeartMedia. The newly named company includes a wide range of advertising-supported, consumer-focused media businesses, including 859 radio stations in over 150 markets, with more than 245 million listeners a month -- iHeartMedia Digital; Premiere Networks, Total Traffic and Weather Network, 20,000 live music events, its related companies, including Katz Media Group; as well as Clear Channel Outdoor. 'iHeartMedia reflects our commitment to being the media company that provides the most entertainment to the most engaged audiences wherever they go, with more content and more events in more places on more devices,' said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia, Inc.

Don Gosselin Named PD For KAJA and KRPT San Antonio ; Bree Wagner Rises To APD; Tim Lewis Takes PD/Afternoon Drive Post At WJBC/Bloomington

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– CCM+E San Antonio announced today that Don Gosselin (L) has been named Program Director of KAJA and KRPT. Gosselin will oversee operations for Clear Channel San Antonio’s country music property, KJ 97 as well as its classic country station, 92.5 K-BUC. Gosselin will join Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Antonio from Clear Channel in New Orleans, where he served as the Operations Manager for KVDU, WNOE, WODT, WQUE, WRNO, WRNO-HD, WYLD and WYLD-AM. “There are very rare times in our careers when the perfect opportunity becomes available at the perfect time,” said Gosselin. “KJ 97 is a legendary station, currently nominated for two CMA awards, in one of the strongest Country markets in the US. Between that and K-BUC’s legacy, I look forward to leading these two brands to even greater success.” Additionally, Bree Wagner has been promoted to Assistant Program Director for KAJA and KRPT, effective Monday, September 29. Wagner currently serves as Music Director for the station and will report to Gosselin in both roles. ######### Cumulus Bloomington announces that 30-year radio broadcasting professional Tim Lewis has been named Program Director and Afternoon Drive Host for News/Talk WJBC-AM 1230. Lewis comes to WJBC-AM from Riverbend Communications’ KBLY in Idaho Falls, where he was Program Director and Morning Drive Host.

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Justin Wittmayer Named VP/Market Manager For Cumulus San Francisco

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– Cumulus announces that Justin Wittmayer has been appointed Vice President/Market Manager for Cumulus San Francisco. Wittmayer was most recently Vice President/Sales for Clear Channel Miami. Prior to that, he was General Sales Manager for Clear Channel San Francisco, Market Manager for Clear Channel San Jose, and Director of Sales for Clear Channel San Jose. Gary Pizzati, Senior Vice President for Cumulus said: “Our business in San Francisco is very complex. The assortment of formats, which now include Nash FM, coupled with three major sports teams requires a leader who understands how to maximize revenue and cash flow from each. Justin not only understands what it takes to drive revenue, he knows how to run a business. His years of experience in the Bay Area will serve us well with the relationships he's established in the ad community and with recruiting top talent. We are thrilled to welcome Justin to the Cumulus family - now at the helm of our San Francisco operations.” Wittmayer said: “I am overcome with excitement to be joining the Cumulus team in San Francisco. Cumulus has afforded me a prodigious and challenging opportunity to partner with a brilliant organization and legendary brands in my hometown. I can't wait to get started.”

Former Syracuse Host Fighting For His Life In Arizona

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– Longtime Syracuse host, Ron Bee, one half of the popular Rick & Ron Show on WOLF and later, co-host with Becky Palmer on B104.7 is now fighting for his life in Arizona. According to syracuse.com, Bee's career was sidelined in 2007 after an auto accident on his way to work left him with damage to his spine and needed surgery. Bee lost his voice. and was left with five inches of titanium in his neck and a "voice like Mickey Mouse." It would be three years before it returned to normal. Bee was forced into retirement and moved to Phoenix, Ariz. with his family to escape the cold, which bothered his neck. This past February, Bee went to the doctor for what he thought was the flu, but it turned out he had leukemia. Now some seven months later, the cancer, which his doctor believes was from his time Vietman where he was sprayed with Agent Orange. A stem cell transplant is planned which could extend his life beyond the one year prognosis doctors have currently given him. Bee describes the procedure as brutal with only 'one in three patients' making it past hospital. Bee says he's spoken with a few survivors who have undergone the transplant. Without the surgery, however, doctors give him a 20 percent chance of surviving the next year. Bee's son created a GoFundMe campaign to help cover his family's expenses over the next few years. Visit his gofundme page HERE

Straight Men Marry Each Other Contest Draws Outrage

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMEBER 16TH, 2014 –– New Zealand legalized same-sex marriages over a year ago, but now many in the gay community is outraged over a same-sex marriage between lifelong friends Matt McCormick and Travis McIntosh this past weekend who are both hetero(s)exual They agreed to wed as part of a radio contest by The Edge in New Zealand where they won a free trip to the Rugby World Cup next year in the UK. According to care2.com, the men have been friends since they met playing rugby as young children. They have committed to staying together for at least two years. “It trivializes what we fought for,” said activist Neill Ballantyne. Fellow activist, Joseph Habgood, concurred. “The point of this competition is that men marrying each other is still something that they think is worth having a laugh at.” The married couple insist they mean no disrespect. “We are not here to insult anyone,” said McCormick. “We are here to do our own thing and travel our own path.” The humor, McIntosh argues, comes from “seeing how far two good mates would go to win a trip to the Rugby World Cup.” Of course, The Edge is no stranger to controversial contests having married complete strangers three times over the years and staging nude wedding and three elopements to Las Vegas. Plus, after losing the Edge competition 'Would You Rather,' morning co-host Dom Harvey marched in last year's Auckland Pride Parade dressed in a wig, G-string, and holding a sign which read "Queen for a Day." As a sidebar, Harvey is releasing another book next month titled: 'Dom Harvey: Childhood of an Idiot'

Fox Sports Debuts In New Orleans

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– CCM+E New Orleans announced the launch of FOX Sports 1280 AM, effective immediately. WODT-AM now features FOX Sports Radio’s lineup of leading sports entertainment programs, including Jay Mohr Sports (shown), Steve Gorman Sports!, FOX Sports Daybreak with Andy Furman & Mike North and JT “The Brick,” in addition to the network’s weekend programming. FOX Sports 1280 AM will provide New Orleans sports fans with relevant, credible coverage of sports news and games. FOX Sports 1280 AM Program Director Jim Fisher stated, “We're so happy to partner with the FOX Sports brand and provide the type of coverage New Orleans deserves. Hosts like Jay Mohr show that the medium is capable of so much more and we're proud to be part of that.”

PHOTO OPS: Envision's Laura Orkin Attends Oprah's 'The Life You Want' Event

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– Laura Orkin COO, Envision Networks (pictured left) compares notes with Oprah Winfrey on “THE LIFE YOU WANT” this past weekend in Auburn Hills, Michigan. At her website, Oprah describes the event saying "I want us all to fulfill our greatest potential. To find our calling and summon the courage to live it," Oprah Winfrey says. In this moving and intimate one-woman show, she brings her story and vision to life, creating a transformative journey for every person in the audience. Orkin tells Jockline Daily: ”Oprah is a broadcast pioneer and was so gracious to share her insights on the path we take to achieve our goals. Her message was inspirational.”

[LISTEN] KIIS LA & ReelWorld Celebrate 10th Anniversary With New Jingles

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– 102.7 KIIS-FM Los Angeles has updated their sound with the all-new KIIS 2015 jingle package from ReelWorld. The jingle package represents a complete makeover of the KIIS brand, melding the heritage "Kiss FM" three-note signature logo with a new, modern vocal sound reflecting the CHR playlist of today and the format trends of tomorrow. The new package was recorded in Seattle, WA near the ReelWorld U.S. headquarters and marks the ten-year anniversary of the partnership between KIIS LA and ReelWorld. KIIS Program Director John Ivey said: “Apparently, composing and producing these new KIIS jingles was the easy part. Analyzing, understanding, dissecting, digesting, and transforming exactly what I was hearing in my head, well, that was a little more challenging. I’ve been with ReelWorld for more than 14 years and the guys know what I want even before I do. Like always, they nailed it!” ReelWorld’s Creative Director Erik Huber expressed his excitement over the KIIS 2015 release: "As a station known for its brand awareness among young listeners, KIIS LA requires a sound that’s in sync with their playlist and anticipates where the format is headed .. This package is a perfect complement not just for the KIIS of today, but the KIIS to come.” LISTEN HERE

Savannah Host Runs Charity 5k In Full Military Gear

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2014 –– Alpha Media’s Tim Leary (Tim Leary & The Morning Showgram-Mornings BOB 106.9 WUBB Savannah, GA/Hilton Head, SC) put on full military battle gear to run the inaugural Run for the Brave 5k. The race attracted more than 220 runners to raise money for Operation Homefront. Leary was joined by Army Specialist Baker Reeves, and Army Sgt. 1st Cl. Philadelphia from Hunter Army Airfield to help him suit up and get through the race. “That’s a lot of extra weight,” stated Sgt. Philadelphia. “All said and done he got about 60-61 extra pounds on him.” “There’s definitely a sense of finality when you get strapped into the body armor and rucksack,” explained Leary. “When overseas, our troops have this weight on them for 10-14 hours at a time…I’m just attempting to go 3.2 miles.” Leary went on to explain something incredible that happened during the race: “Philly and Reeves stayed with me and I made it 1.6 miles running before I had to switch to a “range walk”. (A very fast paced hike) The weight was OK, but the thing that got me was the helmet…it doesn’t release any body heat. I felt my head pulsating. Minutes later two Marine sergeants crossed the finish line, grabbed water, and ran back against the incoming runners to come get me. Right after that, Marine Staff Sgt. Joshua Smith-Parris Island crossed the finish line with his wife and two kids, told them to wait there, and turned around to also come get me.” “They caught up with us just over the 3.0 mile marker and wouldn’t let me fall. They started chanting drill marching cadences to keep me going. I was able to pick it up to a slow jog and the escorted me across the finish line, not leaving a man behind. PHOTO/Sgt. Malina Shippen USMC, Specialist Baker Reeves Cavalry, Tim Leary, Sgt. 1st Cl. Philadelphia Aviation, Sgt. Malina Shippen USMC, Staff Sgt. Joshua Smith USMC

Jimmy Kimmel And Carson Daly Sell Radio-Themed Comedy Script To ABC

Robin Thicke Admits It Was Pharrell, Not Him, Who Deserves Credit For Writing 'Blurred Lines' - [THE WEEK]

Jimmy Kimmel And Carson Daly Sell Sitcom To ABC - [THR]

UH OH: Wendy Williams Eats Crow - [WENDY SHOW]

UH OH 2: Sharon Osbournes Says F*** You To U2 On Twitter - [GOSSIP COP]

UH OH 2: Miss Nebraska Shows More Than Talent During Pageant - [RUMORFIX]

REPORT: Lindsay Lohan 'Lied' About Handling Whitney Houston's Body Bag - [DAILY MAIL]

George Clooney To Be Honored With Cecil B. DeMille Award At Golden Globes - [USA TODAY]

Ariana Grande Covers 'Marie Claire' With Flair - [MARIE CLAIRE]

Luke Perry To Join 'CSI/Cyber' Cast - [TV LINE]

[WATCH] Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' With Jennifer Lawrence - [ONEPOPZ]

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