Mason, Joyner swap stations in Detroit
Two of the biggest names in Detroit radio - - Radio One/Reach Media's Tom Joyner and longtime Detroit Urban morning star John Mason - - will likely be swapping broadcast seats before the month is out. Radio One may be adding another Joyner affiliation "before the month is out," according to The Detroit Free Press. The move would be from Clear Channel's WMXD-FM to Radio One's WDMK-FM. Mason has reportedly been asked to shift to another time period on WDMK or mornings at sister Radio One Detroit station WDTJ, where he would unseat Radio One's Russ Parr. WMXD added ABC Radio Networks' syndicated afternoon talker Michael Baisden this week as well.
DC Talker Michael Graham protest outside Newsweek offices
Concerned listeners to the Michael Graham Show on WMAL-AM DC gathered outside the main entrance of the Washington Post/Newsweek offices DC yesterday from 5-6pm to demand accountability from the media giant for their handling of the bogus "Koran in the Toilet" story. Graham will join his listeners outside the Washington Post's corporate offices for a "Heads Must Roll" rally, demanding that the Washington Post/Newsweek hold themselves to the same standards they demand from those they cover. "Watching and reading the media log-rolling from Newsweek's so-called 'competitors,' it's obvious nobody else is going to hold Newsweek responsible for the damage they've done to America and our efforts to promote freedom and democracy abroad," Graham said." Graham's show airs weekdays 9am-11:45am.
Foundation golf tourney sold out
If you were thinking about competing in the 2005 Broadcasters' Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament, you've waited too long. Co-Chairs Stu Olds of Katz Media and Peter Smyth of Greater Media announced that it is completely sold out. The Celebrity Golf Tournament, celebrating its fifth year, will be played at the renowned Trump National Golf Club in Briarcliff Manor, NY on Monday, September 19th. Thirty-two foursomes, each paired with a celebrity from radio, television and the sports world will participate. But while all of the foursomes are filled, a limited number of places are available for individuals who would like to attend the reception and dinner only. Interested parties should contact Gordon Hastings at the foundation office. ( 203-862-8577)
Mercury Award finalists named
Finalists in the 14th annual Radio-Mercury Awards competition were announced by the Radio Creative Fund. Garnering the largest number of entries ever, the 2005 Radio-Mercury Awards competition saw entry increases in almost every category. This year also marked the debut of the 30-Second Category. Winners will be announced and over $160,000 in cash prizes will be awarded at a gala, invitation-only luncheon and awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 8th at the landmark Cipriani on 42nd Street in New York City. John Butler, of Butler, Shine, Stern, and Partners, serves as this year's Chief Judge. | Radio-Mercury Awards 2005 Finalists |
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