Legendary Houston Host Jim Pruett Passes Away At 72 - In Today's Jockline
16-Year Old Daughter Of Texas Host Found Safe; 29-Year Old Man Arrested For Unlawful Restraint
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– The 16-year old daughter of syndicated host Joe 'Pags' Pagliarulo was found safe, some 1,200 miles away near Mexican border three days after being reported missing. This followed Pag's public plea on Friday night f
or help in finding her. Gabrielle 'Gabby' Pagliarulo, of Spring Branch, Texas (a suburb of Houston) was found near San Diego, California on Saturday with Christopher Lee Fretwell (R), 29, who was arrested for unlawful restraint, according to The Daily Mail. Pags took to the airwaves over the weekend saying “I am still sleepy. It’s been a very long night, but my daughter Gabby has been found. She is safe.” He added that his family was arranging travel to pick her up
Fretwell was arrested for unlawful restraint because he took a child out of the state without her parent's permission. Gabby was reported missing last Wednesday and was last seen with Fretwell in a 2011 Toyota Camry on Arizona's Interstate 40, police said. On Friday, Joe, who is broadcast on WOAI in San Antonio and KPRC in Houston, shared his worries on air, asking for people to keep their eyes peeled. He also wrote a post on Facebook that read: 'WE NEED her home. Gabby, we love you and miss you so much baby. Come home now.' With the help of social media, friends, fans and international outlets such as The Daily Mail, Pags thanked 'Millions of you made phone calls and researched [Fretwell] on social media and called his friends, or former friends, or anyone who had ever known him. 'I think social media is a scary place sometimes, but I truly believe because of this resource, we will be able to have our daughter back.' PHOTOS/Facebook
Legendary Houston Host Jim Pruett Of Stevens & Pruett Show Passes Away At 72
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– Just weeks before the scheduled reunion of KLOL Programming, Promotions and Sales Staff on October 1st, we were saddened to learn of the death of Jim Pruett, the comic genius and half of the legendary 101 KLOL Stevens and Pruett morning team who died Friday, Sept 2, 2016 of heart failure. He was 72. Pruett, with his longtime broadcasting partner, Mark Stevens, helped define morning radio in their decades together. In interviews with Houston media blogger Mike McGuff, Pruett said, "In the early 70s, KLOL founding program director Pat Fant hired Pruett to work mornings on the newly signed on 101 
KLOL.
In the early 80s, as an intense radio war waged between ABC’s 97 Rock KSRR and KLOL, GM Patrick Fant made the move to bring Mark Stevens and Pruett back to Houston. KLOL Promotions and Marketing Director Doug Harris tells Jockline, “Jim Pruett made my promotions job a breeze. Playfully creative, quick with quip or a comeback, and great with listeners. A good man, a brilliant talent, a devoted husband/father/grandfather, a warrior, a patriot, and loyal friend to man and beast. He actually was the guy his dog thought he was. We should all be so lucky”.
A public memorial for Jim Pruett is planned for Saturday, October 1st in Houston. It will coincide with a previously scheduled KLOL Reunion for the station’s staff, personalities, management and sales force. A GoFundMe campaign, expected to be finalized this week, will allow those who wish to do so contribute to The Stevens and Pruett Humane Ranch which connects “damaged” kids with “damaged” animals for the benefit of both. Pruett is survived by his wife Joy, his three sons Sam, Zac and Eric, daughter in law Kristina, and grandchildren Samantha, Piper and Zane. Co-Host Mark Stevens passed away in 2010.
'You Can't Possibly, Correctly Predict What's Going To Be The Next Big Thing Two Years From Now,' Says iHeart's Darren Davis
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– iHeartMedia has found growth both inside and outside of terrestrial radio, reports Adweek, but Darren Davis, president of iHeartMedia Networks and iHeartRadio warns, "You can't possibly correctly predict what's going to be the next big thing two years from now." Davis says their strategy has been, "don't guess, just go everywhere. … It's all about ubiquity for our broadcast brands. We want to make it as easy as possible to take away all the possible friction for people who want to access those brands."
Although other radio companies are "putting their tentacles" into various platforms, none of them have expanded into new areas as significantly as iHeartMedia has, said Mark Ramsey, president of consultancy Mark Ramsey Media. "They see that the world is bigger than radio, even if the radio is the biggest part of the world of audio," Ramsey said. "They're putting the pieces in place to try to be where the audience is, wherever it is.
Davis emphasized that he doesn't foresee a significant change in the company's business model in the near future. iHeart will continue to focus primarily on broadcast radio because the "lion's share" (two-thirds to three-fourths, depending on the season) of iHeartRadio usage remains people listening to live radio. SEE FULL ADWEEK ARTICLE HERE
ON-AIR: Julie Guy Extends With 101.5 Lite FM Miami
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– Entercom/Miami's WLYF (101.5 Lite-FM announced they have extended their contract with longtime morning host Julie Guy. Guy spent over two decades on on top-ranked stations in Miami and Fort Lauderdale before joining Lite FM in 2013. Rob Sidney, Dir. of Programming said, “We’ve long admired Guy's ability to entertain and relate to her listeners.
Guy added, “I’m thrilled to continue my journey with Entercom and Lite FM. Helping to connect and converse with our listeners as they start their day is tremendous motivation for me and my co-host, Evelyn Curry. We’re looking forward to many mornings ahead!”
The 'New' America's Morning Show Kicks Off Today
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– Today marks the beginning of NASH-FM newly revamped 'America's Morning Show featuring Ty Bentli, Kelly Ford and Kelly Wicks. Cumulus Media announced in August that Bentli would replace Blair Garner who will host the new overnight show, 'The Blair Garner Show'. Garner will debut his new show sometime in fall.
With the announcement, they added that Kix Brooks will exit the overnight show, Kickin’ It With Kix, to focus fully on American Country Countdown, syndicated by Westwood One. In addition to being a celebrity judge for Cumulus’ NASH Next 2016 competition, Brooks is a regular contributor to NASHCountryDaily.com.
iHeart Launches The BIG Legend Nashville
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– iHeartMedia Nashville announced the debut of The BIG Legend at 98.3, Nashville’s All Time Country Favorites station. The BIG Legend at 98.3 kicked off Labor Day weekend. The BIG Legend at 98.3 is iHeartMedia Nashville’s second BIG Country brand and joins sister station The BIG 98. Both radio station brands are part of iHeartCountry, the largest Country broadcast radio group in America 
with more than 145 Country stations nationwide.
"We’re excited to announce the launch of a pure Classic Country radio station brand for the city where this music was born and lives on so strongly today,” stated Rod Phillips, Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Nashville and iHeartCountry’s Brand Manager.
NETWORKS: WWO Kicks Off 30th Consecutive Year As Exclusive Network Radio Partner For NFL
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– For the 30th consecutive season, Westwood One is the exclusive network radio partner for the National Football League and will provide play-by-play coverage of the NFL’s national regular season package of primetime games and all postseason games, including Super Bowl LI. In addition to those 70 contests, Westwood One will also broadcast 17 Sunday Afternoon Doubleheaders, resulting in a record-high 104 total NFL game broadcasts this season. Westwood One’s NFL broadcasts can be heard on nearly 500 radio terrestrial stations nationwide, as well as on SiriusXM radio, TuneIn, and through NFL Game Pass, which is available on NFL.com and the NFL Mobile from Verizon app.
The 2016-2017 NFL regular season kicks off when the Super Bowl Champion Denver Broncos host the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night, September 8, 2016 in a rematch of Super Bowl 50. This season’s primetime package consists of the following 70 nationally featured games: In addition to the three London games, Westwood One will also broadcast the fourth game in the NFL’s International Series this season, when the Oakland Raiders and Houston Texans play at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on Monday Night, November 21. For more information, visit www.westwoodonesports.com
Longtime Chicago Host Bobby Skafish Releases New Interview Book
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2016 –– Longtime Chicago host Bobby Skafish is releasing his first book this month entitled "We Have Company: Four Decades of Rock and Roll Encounters," reports crm.com Skafish's new book features transcripts of interviews he has done over his radio career with rock & roll superstars and cult icons. Nearly 100 interviews and behind-the scenes stories are included. Among those interviewed include David Bowie, John Lennon, Julian Lennon, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Rod Stewart and others. Plus groups, The Clash, Aerosmith, Styx, Van Halen, ZZ Top, and others.
The book promo states: "It's all here: Woodstock, Lennon's death, Band Aid, Live Aid, and even 9/11. Stories from first recordings to the Last Waltz, all carefully coaxed by a radio DJ who wants you to hear them told by insiders." "We Have Company: Four Decades of Rock and Roll Encounters" is being published by the Chicago-based firm Eckhartz Press.
Skafish had most recently worked on-air at WDRV-FM/97.1 Other previous stops included WXRT-FM/93XRT, WLUP-FM/The Loop, and WKQX-FM/Q101. To order CLICK HERE
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Millenials Shifting From Blogs To Podcasts
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2016 –– If you're still on the fence regarding podcasting, Molly Folse's article in this week's Ad Week may serve as yet another glimpse of the platform's growing viability. Folse explains how recent college grads are moving from blogs to podcast and says the timing couldn't be better for them to get in on the podcast craze. She points out that twenty-one percent of Americans age 12 or older say they have listened to a podcast in the past month. That's a 17% increase in the last year and a 75% increase since 2013.
"We've just seen phenomenal growth in podcasting," says Cristen Conger, host of the podcast Stuff Mom Never Told You. Conger and co-host Caroline Ervin have produced 800 episodes, and the show receives more than 1 million downloads per month. Conger says downloads have tripled since 2014. "Especially in the past year, we've recognized the mass potential of podcasts—there's high mobility, high engagement," Conger says. Podcasts pair well with shorter attention spans, allowing listeners to do other things while consuming content.
Podcasts also provide safe spaces for listeners to be alone with the content, says Folse, and points to Katie Roach (L), who started her Drunk (S)ex podcast a few years after graduating college. "As much as I deeply love writing, I felt like podcasting would bring out a certain charisma I could never achieve on paper," says Roach. Sam Solomon, host of the Designer News podcast DN FM, says "podcasts are a new distribution channel. It gives people a new way to discover who you are." Hosts Cristen Corgen of 
Stuff Mom Never Told You, predicts that once discovering and sharing becomes easier, the floodgates will be open for podcasts to truly take off. "Young people are realizing that podcasts are part of building a personal brand," she says. "We regularly hear from students asking how they can do this. We are role modeling a brand new profession for people who are in college now and that is really amazing to be part of." READ COMPLETE ARTICLE HERE
iHeart Nashville Names Gator Harrison SVP/Programming
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2016 –– iHeartMedia announced that Gator Harrison has been named Senior Vice President of Programming for the Nashville market, effective immediately. Harrison will oversee WSIX-FM, WUBT-FM, WNRQ-FM, WNRQ-HD, WRVW-FM and WLAC-AM. Gator previously worked as the Senior 
Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Chattanooga where he oversaw all aspects of on-air and online programming for the market’s five radio station brands. Gator has received 26 awards recognizing his excellence in broadcasting from national organizations including: Academy of Country Music Awards, Country Music Association Awards, CRB-Country Aircheck Awards and more
"The Tennessee community has been great to me throughout my career, and I can’t wait to make them proud in Nashville,” said Gator. Gator succeeds Michael Bryan (R).
Kelsie Loos Named Digital PD For iHeart San Francisco
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2016 –– iHeartMedia San Francisco announced that Kelsie Loos will be the new Digital Program Director beginning September 19, 2016. Previously Loos served as the Digital Program Director for iHeartMedia Portland where she led the department for four years.
“I’m honored for the opportunity to further grow with iHeartMedia and can’t wait to experience all that the Bay Area has to offer,” stated Loos. “Many thanks to Robert Dove, Dave Hill, Joseph Bond, and Shawn Garrett for their endless guidance and encouragement, and I’m so grateful for the support I’ve already received from Katie Wilcox, Don Parker, Mark Adams, Ricci Filiar, Val Klein, and the rest of the fantastic San Francisco team,” she added.
Loos will replace Michelle Lin who was promoted to the role of Digital Program Director for iHeartMedia Los Angeles. iHeartMedia Portland is currently accepting applications for their vacant Digital Program Director position: PDX-DPD Position About iHeartMedia San Francisco.
ON-AIR: Jeana Shepard Named Midday Host For Live 101.5 And Jared Goldberg Takes Middays And APD Post For KMLE 107.9 Phoenix
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2016 – Jeana Shepard has been appointed the midday host on LIVE 101.5. Beginning Monday, Sept. 19. ““I’m really excited to work with the LIVE 101.5 team,” said Shepard. “There is an intense momentum behind the brand that continues to get stronger every day. I’m so thankful for the opportunity to continue growing in my hometown!”
Shepard's most recent experience includes working as the midday host on The New KMLE @ 107.9. Shepard replaces Kimmie Caruba as the midday air personality following Caruba’s move to WUSN-FM in Chicago, IL.
In other moves at CBS Phoenix, Jared Goldberg (R) has been named Assistant Program Director and midday host of the New KMLE @ 107.9. “I would like to thank Tim Richards and Dave Pugh for inviting me to join the great team they have built at CBS RADIO Phoenix,” said Goldberg.
Goldberg’s most recent experience includes holding the Brand Manager and morning host positions on KKPL-FM in Fort Collins, Colorado. Goldberg’s previous stops include KIBT and KVUU in Colorado Springs, Colorado; KKDM and KDRB in Des Moines, Iowa; WKST in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. About The New KMLE Country @107.9
NETWORKS: Multimedia Star Clay Travis Joins Fox Sports Radio's Weekday Lineup
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2016 –– FOX Sports Radio (FSR) announced the addition of multimedia sports personality Clay Travis to its weekday morning lineup. Beginning September 6. Originating from Nashville, The FS1 college football analyst and founder of the wildly popular OutKickTheCoverage.com will continue to host his top-ranking Outkick The Show webcast, which is streamed li
ve on Facebook, Periscope, YouTube, FOX Sports GO and FOXSports.com.
More than two million unique video viewers watched/listened to Outkick the Show in June 2016, making it the most-watched daily sports show streamed live on Periscope and Facebook in the country. In addition, OutKickTheCoverage.com had another record year in 2015. The four-year-old site had nearly 12 million unique visitors last year alone, who spent nearly 21 million minutes reading Outkick articles.
“Even though my wife disagrees, I've always thought there is no better sound to wake up to in the morning than my voice. Now everyone can hear it!” shared Travis. “While I’m very excited to take the next step in the direction of Outkick dominating all forms of media, I’d like to apologize in advance for hating your favorite team and thinking they’re overrated - unless you're an Ohio State fan, in which case, I really do hate your team and they are overrated.”