Radio

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Kurseong to be Nepali radio broadcasting hub in India from Apr 1 (Telegraph India)

The All India Radio (AIR) centre in the hill town will produce and broadcast all Nepali language programmes.

"Prasar Bharati has ordered AIR Kurseong to be upgraded to the hub of content generation and transmission of Nepali language broadcast in the country. It will be a blessing for everyone associated with Nepali language broadcast in our Darjeeling hills, Terai, Dooars and the rest of the northeastern region," Bista added. Kurseong town in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal is set to become the hub of Nepali radio broadcasting in the country.

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Cincinnati radio host Lincoln Ware celebrating 50 years on the ... (Cincinnati.com)

Lincoln Ware's significance can't be measured or overstated in terms of what he means to this community and to his listenership.

He got the song before the song became big." Ivey said Ware connects with his audience on a deeper level by sharing the "ups and downs of being human." They took the show out of the studio and into the community with broadcasts called "Taking It to the Streets with Lincoln Ware." "When my wife and daughter are out in public, people will say things to them that they've heard about on the show. "If I'm feeling great and the voice is in great shape, I can hold it for a long time," Ware said of his "Good Morning, Cincinnati" intro. "He's a call-to-action radio personality," Reece said. "I was running through the streets and felt the pellets from the bean bags (shot by police) like everybody else." Without a blueprint, Reece and Ware built a show that would become among the most popular in the Queen City, growing from a one-hour to a four-hour program. I can't recall the exact song, but I do know I was nervous as hell," Ware said. But with Lincoln, people can call in and talk and be heard," Ivey said. "I probably would have ended up working at the post office if I hadn't." When Ware was discharged from the Marines in 1973, there was a job opening for a disc jockey at WCIN-AM in Cincinnati, which was once the second-oldest Black radio station in the country.

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Xperi's DTS AutoStage Unleashes the Power of In-Car Audience ... (Business Wire)

DTS, Inc., a global leader in next-generation audio, imaging and sensing technology and a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi Inc. (NYSE: XPER), today an.

Xperi®, TiVo®, DTS®, HD Radio™, Perceive® and their respective logos are trademark(s) or registered trademark(s) of Xperi Inc. The DTS AutoStage Broadcaster Portal unlocks many new data points – geographic targeting on the road, reactions to in-car content, and ‘heat maps’ that overlay listening with shopping locations. These risks, as well as other risks associated with the business, are more fully discussed in Xperi’s filings with the U.S. “This new DTS AutoStage data provides the missing link for how radio plays a starring role in cars,” said Fred Jacobs, president, Jacobs Media. All other trademarks and content are the property of their respective owners. “Radio is still the number one source of in-car entertainment and to keep this prominence our in-car user experience will make stations more discoverable and engaging to extend listening sessions. That last part is key for radio sales, always in need of more data to provide ‘windshield advertisers’ with meaningful data. Since 1993, DTS has been dedicated to making the world sound better. (NYSE: XPER), today announced the global launch of DTS AutoStage™ Broadcaster Portal — giving radio broadcasters access to data on listener engagement. The DTS AutoStage system’s support of radio is unique in scale and capability and allows radio broadcasters to retain editorial control of content while offering a rich and consistent user experience, with the added benefit of valuable listener insights and analytics. “Through smart TVs and set-top boxes, TV broadcasters have enjoyed the ability to measure audience engagement. The DTS AutoStage system, the only global automotive independent media delivery platform, is delivering next-generation, AI-powered connected radio, audio and video content for more than 52 connected car models worldwide, seamlessly combining linear broadcast with IP-delivered content that enables a powerfully personalized, in-vehicle infotainment solution.

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'It's been frustrating': Reverend Richard Coles expresses sadness at ... (The Independent)

Both Coles and his co-host Nikki Bedi were given the option to relocate with the show; Coles declined the offer, while Bedi will continue in the role.

I’m sorry to go; I’ve loved the programme, I’ve loved the people I’ve worked with, and it’s been a big part of my life. “I’ve loved my stint on the programme, my wonderful colleagues, guests and listeners, and most of all hearing people’s stories – catnip for a nosey man. We look forward to working with him on future projects.” The news of Coles’s departure was announced on Tuesday (21 March) night as part of a press release about this weekend’s programming. As the news of his departure hadn’t been publicly announced, the 60-year-old said he hadn’t received a single message from his fans. [BBC](/topic/bbc)’s decision to move the weekly programme from London to Cardiff.

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BBC radio host forced to quit after 12 years in 'frustrating' exit (Scottish Daily Record)

The Reverend Richard Coles says he has been forced to leave his show after 12 years and he's not happy with the way his exit was handled by the BBC.

In Richard's original statement, shared by the BBC, he said: "After more than a decade on Saturday Live the time has come to do something different, spend some time on other projects and get my weekends back. However, I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio, it's time for a change." I shall miss it," he added to The Guardian. It’s been frustrating for me having to wait for an announcement, and now it’s my last programme on Saturday. Ken announced he was leaving the show, telling listeners it was "time for a change". "It just feels a little bit rushed. [New BBC role for Paul O'Grady after he lands job at rival station less than a year after Radio 2 exit](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/new-bbc-role-paul-ogrady-29515761) [Sally Nugent's outfit distracts BBC Breakfast viewers as fans demand change to show](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/tv/sally-nugents-outfit-distracts-bbc-29521266) [Thousands sign petition in bid to have BBC Grenfell Tower drama scrapped](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/thousands-sign-petition-bid-bbc-29527052) [Paul O'Grady](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/paul-ogrady-opens-up-horror-29247201) has landed [a new role at Boom Radio](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/new-bbc-role-paul-ogrady-29515761), just months after his departure from [BBC Radio 2.](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/all-about/bbc-radio-2) I look forward to reappearing on the network in the future and wish the best to Nikki as Saturday Live continues." [Strictly](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/all-about/bbc) star told fans it was not his decision to move the programme and he's not happy with the way BBC bosses handled his exit, as writes [The Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/bbc-radio-host-forced-quit-29529258). [BBC Radio 4 ](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/tv-radio/)programme following the announcement that the channel will relocate the show to Cardiff. [radio star](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/new-bbc-role-paul-ogrady-29515761) is leaving the BBC as the Reverend Richard Coles tells fans he's moving on from his show Saturday Live after 12 years.

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Reverend Richard Coles listeners 'gutted' to learn about presenter's ... (Yahoo News)

The TV personality will present his last show as the host of Saturday Live this weekend (25 March), as the show is relocated to Cardiff. Despite Coles having co ...

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CBC, Radio-Canada step up Paralympics coverage (SportBusiness)

Public broadcaster CBC/Radio-Canada will be the Canadian broadcaster for the Paris 2024 and Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games. As the rights-holder…

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BBC radio host is forced to quit show after 12 years in 'rushed' and ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The BBC is losing another star name on its radio platforms as the Reverend Richard Coles has been forced to leave his show after 12 years.

[BBC](https://www.express.co.uk/latest/bbc), he said: "After more than a decade on Saturday Live the time has come to do something different, spend some time on other projects and get my weekends back. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining [on my contract], it seems a shame." I shall miss it," he added to The Guardian. [BBC](https://www.express.co.uk/latest/bbc) Radio 4's Today programme: "It's entirely within the [BBC](https://www.express.co.uk/latest/bbc) 's right to ask me to step away a little early. It’s been frustrating for me having to wait for an announcement, and now it’s my last programme on Saturday. "It just feels a little bit rushed.

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BBC Radio 4: Richard Cole forced to quit popular show (Hackney Gazette)

'The Reverend' Richard Cole of the Communards has been forced to quit his BBC Radio 4 show after 12 years in a 'rushed' and 'frustrating' exit.

In a statement by Cole, he said: "After more than a decade on Saturday Live the time has come to do something different, spend some time on other projects and get my weekends back. I’m sorry to go; I’ve loved the programme, I’ve loved the people I’ve worked with, and it’s been a big part of my life. We look forward to working with him on future projects.” A BBC spokesperson said of the decision: “Richard has been brilliant on Saturday mornings and very much continues to be part of the Radio 4 family. “It just feels a bit sad. 'The Reverend' Richard Cole has said he will be saying goodbye to his BBC Radio 4 show Saturday Live following a decision by the broadcaster to relocate the programme to Cardiff.

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BBC radio star Rev Richard Coles quits in 'rushed' and 'frustrating' exit (Birmingham Live)

The Rev Richard Coles is leaving his weekend Radio 4 programme Saturday Live after 12 years.

I look forward to reappearing on the network in the future and wish the best to Nikki as Saturday Live continues." He added: “It just feels a bit sad. We look forward to working with him on future projects.” “If you leave a programme after 12 years, a gentler process would have been nice. I think the programme was doing really well, actually." “Moving it to Cardiff, I don’t really see how that works, but that’s not my decision – that’s other people’s decision.

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Radio presenters join Umhlobo Wenene FM (News24)

These presenters are Sisa Maxhakana, from Ingwane FM in Mthatha, and Okuhle Krezile, from Engcobo Community Radio in Ngcobo. Both are former presenters of ...

He confirmed that he was also doing the sport bulletin on the breakfast show and also in the afternoon from 18:00 to 19:00 in the sports show. I was doing the sports show from 15:00 to 18:00 on Saturdays, then on Wednesdays my show started at 17:00 to 18:00. He joined Ingwane FM on January 20, 2023, where he was hosting the Masivukeni mawethu programme from 03:00 until 06:00 on Fridays.

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Global Marketing Director On Why Radio Ought To Be In Everyone's ... (insideradio.com)

Radio should be in everyone's mix of how they want to activate their brands. And if it's not, it's something they should think about.

While he sees a number of reasons why radio can be an effective marketing vehicle, Christenson emphasized that its use depends on what the brand is trying to accomplish. Radio, for example, specifically can continue to add reach, and can also be a surround-sound to amplify the messages that are coming in from other vehicles,” Christenson said. “There's got to be a right balance and an ecosystem that you develop across a campaign. “You've got a big audience and you've got a captive audience as well,” Christenson said. Compared to other media, radio delivers “great cost efficiencies,” Christenson told Farber. If you think about snacking, somebody hears an ad, they go to a grocery store, they remember the ad and they buy stuff, whether it's confection whether it's soda, etc.”

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Missing San Fransisco Radio Host Jeffrey Vandergrift Found Dead (Variety)

The body of WiLD 94.9 radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift, who was missing for a month, was discovered in Pier 39 on March 22. He was 55.

On “The JV Show,” Vandergrift was joined by his Yi, co-host Selena and producer Graham. Natasha Yi, his wife and co-host, additionally addressed her husband’s disappearance the following week. “We are devastated to know now that JV is gone.

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Coming up in the week ahead on TV and on Radio (Church Times)

Thursday 9pm (BBC4) Jesus Christ Superstar The film version of the rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. RADIO: Sunday 8.10am (R4) Sunday Worship ...

The Bishop of London, the Rt Revd Sarah Mullally, officiates and preaches. Gill visits a farm in the county run by a Christian charity that helps children, young people, and families in need. TELEVISION: Sunday 11.30am (BBC1) Songs of Praise The Revd Kate Bottley visits Haddon Hall, in Derbyshire, with its 12th-century chapel, and talks to tour guides about how their faith influences their work.

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Missing radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift found dead in San Francisco (Yahoo News)

Vandergrift was last seen leaving his home at 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23.

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San Francisco Radio Host Jeffrey Vandergrift Found Dead a Month ... (PEOPLE.com)

The body of the WiLD 94.9 on-air personality was discovered in the water near San Francisco's Pier 39 on Wednesday. He was 55.

"Our thoughts continue to be with JV and his whole family," the station captioned its post, which included a trio of photos from co-hosts Selena and Graham. "You are the love of my life. "The amount of compassion for the physical torture J has been going through for the past 2 years has been overwhelming," she said. Keep shinin'," he wrote. I will love you for eternity." What it's doing to my brain I could never describe to you," Vandergrift continued, adding that he was told options were experimental treatment or a "risky and experimental" surgery. "I have been in so much pain and fear and I know all of you have been so scared and concerned for JV as well." Please keep his wife Natasha, his family, and close friends in your thoughts and prayers." On Thursday, Vandergrift's radio station addressed the loss of their colleague in a Twitter post. 24, noting the radio host, who went missing the previous night, was considered "at-risk." San Francisco Police officers responded to Pier 39 regarding a person in the water. Officers arrived on scene and located a person in the water," Public Information Officer Niccole Pacchetti said.

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Missing Wild 94.9 Radio Host 'JV' Found Dead in San Francisco Bay (NBC Bay Area)

Wild 94.9 radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift, widely known as "JV," has been found dead.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. "The entire Bay Area, we’re all hurting on this one," another listener said. "Now I have the hard task of letting you know that it's true." A memorial outside the Wild 94.9 studio was also filling up with flowers, candles, photos and heartfelt messages. 23, according to the radio station and police. "This just breaks my heart," one listener said.

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Missing San Francisco radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift found dead (New York Post)

The tattooed on-air personality, 54, was reported missing on Feb. 23.

“We are incredibly appreciative for the SFPD’s ongoing efforts in locating JV and they have asked us to keep the details to immediate family only. What it’s doing to my brain I could never describe to you.” [wrote on March 1](https://nypost.com/2023/03/02/jeffrey-vandergrifts-wife-says-he-will-not-be-coming-back/) that “personal information has recently been discovered that leads us to believe JV will not be coming back.”

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JV remembered by radio co-hosts as Bay Area icon (KRON4)

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — WiLD 94.9 radio hosts of “The JV Show” read news on Thursday that they hoped would never come. Hosts Selena and Graham were hosting ...

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