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August 20, 2008
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Broadband Access Is "A Social Obligation": That's what FCC Chairman Kevin Martin told USA Today in an interview with the national newspaper. "There's a social obligation in making sure everybody can participate in the next generation of broadband services because, increasingly, that's what people want," said Martin. Noting the growing number of people demanding access to broadband services Martin adds he believes that "it's important that the FCC try to find new ways to address those needs." Martin also said a federal subsidy could be used to lower broadband costs for low-income Americans. Read more HERE.
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Ingraham Officially Re-Ups With TRN: Although there seemed to be some cracks in their five-year relationship earlier this summer, it seems everybody's kissed and made up as conservative talker Laura Ingraham has signed a new multi-year deal with Oregon-based Talk Radio Network to continue syndication of her daily radio show. Heard on a reported 300-plus stations nationwide, Ingraham is also a regular contributor to FOX News Channel and the author of several bestselling books including her latest, Power To The People. "Laura's unique brand of conservative wit and wisdom, along with her searing analysis of pop culture resonates with a wide and diverse audience," said TRN CEO Mark Masters. "Given her proven track record in the industry, Laura's star will continue to rise for many years to come."
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Talk Media News Notes: Another contract extension as Dan Sileo re-ups as morning host for Clear Channel WFLF/Orlando and sister Sports/Talker WDAE/Tampa ... Judd Sirott joins WGN/Chicago as studio host for Chicago Blackhawks hockey next season, joining John Wiedeman and Troy Murray for game broadcasts ... WGFX/Nashville tacks two more years onto its current radio rights deal with the NHL Nashville Predators ... Air America host Rachel Maddow adds a nightly MSNBC TV gig, replacing Dan Abrams in the cable-newser's 9pm (ET) slot.
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Eight Minutes That Could Change Your Life: At the upcoming NAB Radio Show in Austin, American Women in Radio & Television will present what they're calling a "speed mentoring" session on September 17, from 9-10:30am. Members of AWRT and the Mentoring And Inspiring Women In Radio Group will offer 8-minute one-on-one's modeled on the popular "speed dating" concept. Participants will also have an opportunity to rub elbows onsite and meet with some of the top women in radio programming, sales, marketing and management. Learn more HERE.
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Not Exactly A Day At The Beach: That's CNNRadio reporter Amanda Moyer reporting from Ft. Myers, FL in the aftermath of the arrival of tropical storm Fay in the Sunshine State. Note the hearty beachgoers in the background refusing to let something like a hurricane kill their buzz for the day.
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