Madd Hatta on His New Houston Radio Role
Legendary radio personality Madd Hatta discusses his new Houston radio position in an exclusive Radio Facts interview....
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DeDe McGuire: Syndicated Radio Host
DeDe McGuire discusses her journey from receptionist to syndicated radio host at Compass Media Networks, working with Doug Banks and breaking barriers in male-dominated morning...
Bobby Holidays Editorial: Presidential Election and Radio
Radio personality Bobby Holiday argues urban radio should actively support Obama's re-election, criticizing stations that banned political endorsements in 2008....
Steve Harvey Backlash Over Infertility Comments
Steve Harvey faces criticism for insensitive comments about infertility on his radio show, mocking a woman's struggle with PCOS and diabetes complications....
Tips for Aspiring Broadcasters to Follow Steve Harvey’s Path
Career advice for aspiring broadcasters looking to follow Steve Harvey's success path. Learn key strategies for transitioning from urban radio to mainstream media success....
Sister-in-law’s parenting strains marriage
A 50-year-old woman seeks advice from Steve Harvey about her sister-in-law dropping off children unannounced, straining her 14-year marriage....
Rickey Smiley Show: R. Kelly Prison Sentence
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show discussed R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, with the hosts analyzing his chances of release....
Rickey Smiley Show: Fathers Rights with Children
The Rickey Smiley Show discusses fathers' rights regarding their children during separation and divorce proceedings in this important conversation....
WTLC-FM 106.7 Wins NAB Leadership Community Award
WTLC-FM 106.7 Indianapolis won the prestigious 2022 NAB Leadership Foundation Service to Community Award for their Feeding Families initiative. The Radio One station provided 728,000...
Adrian Warren Named VP of Sales at iHeart/Jacksonville
Adrian Warren joins iHeartMedia Jacksonville as VP of Sales, overseeing revenue for WJBT-FM, WSOL-FM and digital platforms. He brings experience from RadioOne Indianapolis....
Rickey Smiley: How Long Should a Person
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show sparked debate about how long widows should wait before dating again. Rickey defended moving on quickly while Da Brat disagreed....
Shaila Scott Exits WBLS
Shaila Scott, New York's #1 midday radio personality, exits WBLS after 30+ years when Mediaco decided not to renew her contract, citing the station is...
10 Best Vintage DJs of All-time
Radio Facts reveals the top 10 vintage DJs of all-time based on industry polling. Features urban radio legends like Herb Kent, Gary Byrd, and Doug...
Rickey Smiley Supports Parents of Ungrateful Adult Children
Radio host Rickey Smiley offers support to parents dealing with ungrateful adult children, encouraging them to stop feeling guilty and focus on relationships with people...
Radio Facts 2022 Top National Broadcasters
Radio Facts reveals 2022's top national broadcasters highlighting Black radio pioneers like Steve Harvey and D.L. Hughley who shaped urban broadcasting....
Audacy Names Director of Programming at Power 96
Audacy names Will Calder as Director of Programming and Operations for Power 96 (WPOW-FM) in Miami. This marks Calder's return to the station where he...
Radio Vet and PD Bobby O’Jay has Died
Radio veteran Bobby O'Jay has died at age 68 while working at WDIA Memphis, where he spent 40 of his 42-year career. The Tennessee Radio...
Cumulus Media Appoints Operations Manager for Mobile, AL
Cumulus Media names Vincent 'Mojo' Wilson as Operations Manager for its Mobile, AL five-station group including urban and CHR formats....
AUDACY ANNOUNCES “FEELING FRZY” ON 100.7 STAR IN PITTSBURGH
Audacy launches 'Feeling FRZY' on 100.7 Star in Pittsburgh featuring Emmy-winning artist Frzy. The weeknight show airs 7-8 PM starting May 2nd....
Lorenzo “Ice-Tea” Thomas Joins STAR 94.5
Radio veteran Lorenzo 'Ice-Tea' Thomas joins STAR 94.5 Orlando as afternoon drive host. Former 99 JAMZ Miami host dominated 18-34 demo....
Radio Survives Amid Podcasts and Streaming
Commercial radio fights to survive as hip-hop listeners abandon traditional radio for streaming and podcasts. Urban radio faces challenges from outdated research methods and aging...
WAMO Acquired by Audacy
Audacy acquired Pittsburgh's WAMO radio station, the city's only urban hip-hop station serving the African American community with artists like Drake and SZA....
Man Calls Show, Ex Accuses Him of Brother’s Death
Shocking radio call on Young Joc's Atlanta show where caller's ex-girlfriend accuses him of her brother's murder after overhearing him confess....
Chris Harris returns to Radio One as Program Director
Radio veteran Chris Harris returns to Radio One as Program Director for Cincinnati and Columbus markets after 20-year career journey through various urban radio stations....
New Program Director at Radio Free 102.3 KJLH FM
Radio Free 102.3 KJLH FM announces Chris Malone as new Program Director after extensive national search. Malone brings programming experience from multiple markets to Stevie...