Premiere Radio Networks Syndicates The Randi Rhodes Show

[Patsy Stone]

From Green 960 AM in San Francisco:

http://www.green960.com/pages/blog.html?feed=313154&article=5352545

Video announcement at the link above (although I'm having trouble getting it to play).

LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2009 – Premiere Radio Networks is proud to announce that beginning May 11, The Randi Rhodes Show will join its lineup of nationally syndicated radio programs. Airing weekdays from 3-6pm ET, Rhodes will enlighten and entertain listeners with her trademark candid, incisive opinions, as well as her biting sense of humor, as she discusses everything from news and current events, to politics and hot topics. The Randi Rhodes Show will broadcast live from Washington, D.C., and will be heard on more than 25 affiliates including KTLK-AM/Los Angeles, Green 960 Online and Radio/San Francisco and KPOJ-AM/Portland.

"Right now, America needs a voice that reflects its hopes and concerns. It will be my privilege and pleasure to provide vital information to the public about everything that is possible in the 21st century, and also have a few laughs along the way," commented Rhodes. "Premiere is an incredible family of radio pros, and is truly the most talented and experienced radio syndicator in the nation. I’m exited about this decision and Premiere’s enthusiasm for this partnership. It’s truly a dream come true."

Premiere Radio EVP of Affiliate Marketing Julie Talbott stated, "Randi has carved a niche in Talk radio with her straight-forward approach, intelligence, wit and fact-driven content - qualities that attract audiences. We can’t wait to deliver The Randi Rhodes Show to stations nationwide."

A Brooklyn native and former U.S. Air Force aircraft mechanic, Rhodes began her career in radio at a Country music station in Seminole, Texas. She enjoyed stints in Mobile, Alabama, as well as New York’s WAPP-FM, Milwaukee’s WQFM and West Palm Beach’s WJNO-AM. In 1992, she landed at Miami’s WIOD-AM, where she took over the station’s 8 -11 p.m. In 2004, Air America Radio began nationally syndicating her program, and she later joined Nova M Radio’s lineup in 2008. In addition, Rhodes starred in the HBO documentary Left of the Dial, and was named “Woman of the Year” by Talkers Magazine in 2007.

[tridim]

1. YES!

I can't wait to hear what she has to say about the past 6 months.

[No More Bushbots]

5. Exactly

That could be the only reason to tune in.

[Duer 157099]

2. OMFG!! Is this real?

(runs to 960 website... I knew their poll ended today....!! YAYYYYYYYY!!! I VOTED FOR RANDI!! YAYYYYYY my vote counted!!!

:woohoo:

[Patsy Stone]

3. I went to check out the poll, and saw this!

Wow. As he says at the link, it made a busy day a frantic day. :)

[SoFlaJet]

4. YEA!!!!!!!!!

I actually just wrote to Robert Wexler today asking him if he knows what is going on with Randi. I am overjoyed-I miss my teacher.

[Duer 157099]

6. This should be posted in LBN!

This is HUGE AWESOME news!!! I feel like ... like they just announced that the draught is over... that global warming has reversed.... that the US does not torture... (oh wait)

DAMN this is great news!

[valerief]

7. Great news. I wish she was on Sirius/XM. nt

[Gold Metal Flake]

8. Obligatory Randi hate post.

Just getting it over with.

[Duer 157099]

10. Expected outraged flame in defense of Randi n/t

[johnfunk]

18. Defiant defense of Randi combined with pejoratives and ad hominems

Had to get it off my chest.

[jazzjunkysue]

21. Customary accusation of Freeper association/mutant genetic influence.

Why not?

[Gold Metal Flake]

9. Actual celebratory post.

I've been missing my Randi. This is fantastic news!

[Duer 157099]

11. Multiply redundant high-five!! n/t

[Canuckistanian]

15. Irrational exuberance!

Good news! I miss her.

[SoFlaJet]

12. I emailed WJNO

and asked Brian Mudd if he was going to have her on locally here on WJNO. I'll let you know what he says-they are good like that at JNO in answering email questions.

[bullwinkle428]

13. Nancy Skinner...the clock is ticking.

[Duer 157099]

14. I bet, in light of all this torture stuff, she just said screw it, I'll work for free

I just know she's busting at the seams to tell us what she thinks about it all!

And frankly, I soooo miss hearing her opinions!

[Mist]

16. Thank the gods! I've missed Randi so much--I'm seldom this effusive, but here goes:

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:
:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

:applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause:

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:
:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[johnfunk]

17. Preparing to bounce my man-boobs on May 15th...

Glad to hear she's coming back!...

[jazzjunkysue]

22. Hey-If ya got it, flaunt it!!

Woo Hooo!

:bounce:

[azmouse]

19. Please someone post a reminder on May 11

so forgetful people like me will remember to tune in!!
I'll have to listen on-line. We still don't have progressive radio back here in Phoenix and I am missing it like crazy.

[jazzjunkysue]

20. YESSSSS!!! !!!!!! !!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!

You go, Randi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Washington D. effin' C!

Woo Hooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce:

[SoFlaJet]

25. Sue

she's going to be broadcasting FROM DC?

[jazzjunkysue]

27. That's what the post says. I love it. She'll be in D.C !

[SeeHopeWin]

23. Any idea where I can find their affiliates' list?

[Patsy Stone]

32. It says they're a part of Clear Channel

http://www.clearchannel.com/Radio/PressRelease.aspx?PressReleaseID=1599&p=hidden

The link mentions "5000 affiliates" but no list, sorry.

[Liberal_Stalwart71]

24. I'm so happy!!! While I love Mike, Stephanie, Ed, Ron, and Rachel...

My days are so empty without Randi!

This is great news indeed!!!!

[jazzjunkysue]

26. Here's their talk radio lineup: Lots of Right Wingers, including Rush and Sean and Glenn.

http://www.premiereradio.com/category/view/talk.html
Gary Sullivan

The BOB&TOM Show

Coast to Coast AM Weekend Edition with Ian Punnett

Coast to Coast AM with Art Bell / Somewhere In Time

Coast to Coast AM with George Noory

Costas on the Radio

The Dr. Dean Edell Program

The Dr. Laura Program

Fox News Radio Network

The Glenn Beck Program

Handel on the Law

The Jason Lewis Show

The Jesus Christ Show

Keep Hope Alive with Reverend Jesse Jackson

Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy

Live On Sunday Night, It's Bill Cunningham

The Rush Limbaugh Show

The Sean Hannity Show

The Weekend with Mike McConnell

[gmoney]

28. The Jesus Christ Show?

Is that the one they show on South Park from time to time?

Some scary crazy people on that list... maybe Randi's going to go Right Wing and cash in, like she often suggested she could have done.

[Connie_Corleone]

29. Jesus has a show? Jesus must be the resident liberal.

[hlthe2b]

30. Uggggh.... what company she will be forced to "keep"

Best wishes to her.... I'm not her greatest fan, but, still I'm quite glad she's coming back to radio... I just hate that she's going to be nearly the sole token among this RW slime line-up..

[Dervill Crow]

31. YESSS!!!!!! NT

[clbuck]

33. This is a huge step up for Randi

Premiere Radio is the biggest player in talk radio syndication, even bigger than Dial Global. I wouldn't be surprised if Randi starts to show up on right-wing talk stations in markets that don't have a progressive talk station right now.

Perhaps Clear Channel is not as evil as we thought...

[rocktivity]

34. Or perhaps Clear Channel is just being pre-emptive

After all, they are now dealing with a president who might get a hankering to investigate the world of media consolidation at any given time. Having Randi on Board gives them the opportunity to say, "Whatever do you mean? WE'RE fair and balanced!" But will she be back on the air in New York?

:headbang:
rocktivity