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February 27, 2024

ABC Audio and ‘Good Morning America’ Announce New ‘Pop Culture Moms’ Podcast, Launching Tuesday, Feb. 27

ABC News announced today a new podcast series titled “Pop Culture Moms,” a production of ABC Audio in partnership with “Good Morning America.” The new series, hosted by best friends of more than two decades, bestselling author Andie Mitchell and Emmy Award-winning “Good Morning America” producer Sabrina Kohlberg, brings a fresh perspective to parenting by delving into the lessons and insights offered by fellow pop culture “scholars” on the fictional moms we love (or love to hate) the most. Each week, Andie and Sabrina sit down with celebrity moms in thoughtful, hilarious and candid conversations around parenting themes, ranging from the “Cool Mom” trope popularized by the 2004 film “Mean Girls” and perfectionism and parenting to the tricky aspects of mother/daughter relationships, all while exploring the comedy of what parenthood is like in real life. “Pop Culture Moms” debuts TUESDAY, FEB. 27, with new episodes released weekly. “We’re excited to expand our podcast programming at ABC

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September 6, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Multiyear Deal With Linkup Communications Corporation To Serve As Exclusive Radio Distribution Partner

ABC Audio announced today it is partnering with LinkUp Communications Corporation to distribute news and entertainment content and advertising inventory to its network of more than 1,500 AM and FM affiliate radio stations, reaching more than 82 million listeners nationwide. “We’re thrilled to team up with LinkUp to deliver our top-quality content to our valued affiliates,” said Liz Alesse, vice president of ABC Audio. “LinkUp’s technical expertise, professionalism and commitment to service make them an ideal fit for ABC Audio, and we are excited to start this new chapter with them and our radio sales partners at Compass Media Networks.” ABC Audio is home to ABC News Radio, the nation’s largest commercial radio news network and the winner of the 2023 Edward R. Murrow Award for Overall Excellence in Radio. In addition to hourly newscasts, ABC News Radio provides its affiliates best-in-class live breaking news and special events coverage, long and short-form features, sportscasts, and ar

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September 6, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Exclusive Multiyear Podcast Advertising Partnership With Libsyn’s Advertisecast

ABC Audio announced today an exclusive, multiyear podcast advertising deal with Libsyn’s AdvertiseCast, the industry’s premier podcast advertising marketplace connecting ad buyers and content creators. This strategic partnership will position ABC Audio’s award-winning podcast portfolio for continued growth. “ABC Audio’s podcast business is flourishing, and we’re poised to make several exciting content announcements this fall,” said Liz Alesse, vice president of ABC Audio. “We’re thrilled to have AdvertiseCast in our corner as we expand our podcasting footprint even further and take this business to new heights.” ABC Audio’s diverse library of podcasts features ABC News’ flagship daily news podcast “Start Here,” winner of the Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Sound in 2022 and 2023, as well as “Reclaimed: The Story of Mamie-Till Mobley,” which won the 2023 Edward R. Murrow Award for Podcasting. ABC Audio also offers listeners a robust true-crime collection that includes “The Kin

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August 31, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Special Labor Day Holiday Programming

Today, ABC Audio announced three different specials for the Labor Day holiday. Programming includes two music specials — a rock music special focused on rock stars’ pre-fame jobs and a country music special celebrating back-to-school events — as well as a special highlighting the impact of artificial intelligence and new technological advancements. “ABC Audio’s Work Hard, Rock Harder,” hosted by Scott Goldberg, is a special spotlighting the various jobs that legendary rockers Mick Jagger, Ozzy Osbourne, Sting, KISS’ Gene Simmons and others had before their music careers skyrocketed and how artists such as Bryan Adams, Queen’s Bryan May and The Who’s Pete Townshend parlayed their fame into new careers. “Back to School Labor Day Weekend,” hosted by chart-topping country music artist Lainey Wilson, focuses on the school days of country superstars, including Thomas Rhett, Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan. Artists such as Darius Rucker, Luke Combs and Kelsea Ballerini also share how their music

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July 12, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Steven Portnoy As National Correspondent

Vice President of ABC Audio Liz Alesse sent the following note to the news division announcing Steven Portnoy as national correspondent for ABC News Radio: Dear colleagues, I am thrilled to announce that Steven Portnoy is returning to ABC News as national correspondent for ABC News Radio. He will join the ranks of our powerhouse political team based in Washington, D.C. Steven has earned his reputation as an insightful, straightforward journalist with over two decades of reporting on politics and breaking news. His work has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Bayliss Horizon Award and multiple Edward R. Murrow, National Headliner and New York Festivals Awards. He also served as president of the White House Correspondents’ Association from 2021 to 2022. This chapter in Steven’s career marks a homecoming. He first joined ABC News in 2002 as an intern for the White House unit of “World News Tonight with Peter Jennings.” In 2006, he was named Washington correspo

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July 12, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Compass Media Networks As Exclusive Radio Advertising Sales Representative

ABC Audio, America’s premier source for radio news, entertainment content, and podcasts, has selected Compass Media Networks to serve as the exclusive advertising representative for commercial radio inventory and sponsorships broadcast to more than 1,500 radio affiliates and digital distributors, reaching more than 110 million monthly listeners. “We are thrilled to usher in a new phase of growth for ABC Audio with the announcement of our strategic partnership with Compass Media Networks,” said Liz Alesse, vice president of ABC Audio. “ABC News Radio remains steadfast in its mission to provide our news affiliates incisive, up-to-the-minute headlines, and we’re equally committed to creating top-tier entertainment content. By maintaining our high standards in these areas, we do more than just serve our stations ― we also create exceptional opportunities for our advertisers.” ABC Audio is home to ABC News Radio, the nation’s largest commercial radio news network, producing award-winning h

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June 27, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Special Fourth of July Holiday Programming

Today, ABC Audio announced three different specials for the Fourth of July holiday. Programming includes two music specials – a country music special on the CMA Festival and a rock music special celebrating albums turning 40 this year – as well as a special highlighting different activities and events that Americans are enjoying this summer. Chart-topping country music artist Chris Janson hosts “CMA Music Fest Celebration,” a special spotlighting country music stars and their favorite CMA Festival memories and iconic fan moments. Listeners will hear from country music superstars like Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Gabby Barrett and more. Plus, Janson shares songs from his new album, “The Outlaw Side of Me.” “Forty on the Fourth,” hosted by ABC Audio’s Matt Wolfe, highlights top albums and songs that debuted in 1983 – 40 years ago – including those from Stevie Nicks, Journey and Def Leppard. ABC News Radio’s “Press Play” hosted by entertainment correspondent Jason Nathanson features the di

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May 24, 2023

ABC Audio Announces Memorial Day Weekend Programming

Today, ABC Audio announced four different specials available to affiliates for Memorial Day weekend. Programming includes two music specials ― a summer country music tour hosted by singer and musician Matt Thomas and a rock music special celebrating albums turning 50 this year — as well as in-depth coverage on the one-year mark of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School with “Uvalde 365” and “America Remembers,” highlighting war heroes and veterans. Matt Thomas of chart-topping country group Parmalee hosts “Summer Road Trip,” highlighting the year’s hottest summer country tours. Listeners will hear from country music superstars like Luke Combs, Dierks Bentley, Thomas Rhett, Carrie Underwood and more. “Memorial Day 50,” hosted by ABC Audio’s Matt Wolfe, highlights top rock albums and songs that debuted in 1973 — 50 years ago. Artists featured include Pink Floyd, The Who, Led Zeppelin and more. “Uvalde 365” chronicles the series of events that took place on May 24, 2022, in Uv

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May 23, 2023

ABC Audio Releases Second Pre-Launch Episode of New Narrative Podcast ‘The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery’

ABC Audio has released “The Arraignment,” a second pre-launch episode of “The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery,” ahead of the podcast series debut on Wednesday, June 7. Bryan Kohberger, who was indicted for the murders of four Idaho college students, appeared in a Moscow, Idaho, courtroom this morning for his arraignment. Series host ABC News correspondent Kayna Whitworth reports from the courthouse where Kohberger and his lawyer chose to stand silent after acknowledging the charges, and the judge entered a plea of not guilty. “The Arraignment” gives a detailed account, putting the events of the day into the larger context of the crimes, including pool tape from the courtroom, reactions before and after the arraignment, and on-the-ground reporting from the courthouse. The first two “The King Road Killings” episodes — “The Arraignment” (released 5/22) and “Idaho College Murders Suspect Indicted by Grand Jury” (released 5/17) — and trailer are now available for free on al

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May 18, 2023

ABC Audio Releases Pre-Launch Episode of New Narrative Podcast ‘The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery’

ABC Audio has released a pre-launch episode of, “The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery,” ahead of the podcast series debut on Wednesday, June 7. Series host ABC News correspondent Kayna Whitworth updates listeners on the major development in the case following the breaking news that the suspect in custody was indicted by a grand jury on May 16. “The King Road Killings” pre-launch episode and trailer is now available for free on all major listening platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Stitcher, TuneIn, Audacy and the ABC News app. “The Idaho Murders” is produced by ABC Audio. Laura Mayer is executive producer. About ABC Audio ABC Audio is America’s premier source for radio news, entertainment content and podcasts. ABC News Radio reaches more Americans than any other commercial broadcaster through its network of more than 1,600 radio stations and digital distributors. ABC Audio offers affiliates on-demand access to original audi

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ABC Audio – Releases

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ABC Audio and ‘Good Morning America’ Announce New ‘Pop Culture Moms’ Podcast, Launching Tuesday, Feb. 27

ABC Audio Announces Multiyear Deal With Linkup Communications Corporation To Serve As Exclusive Radio Distribution Partner

ABC Audio Announces Exclusive Multiyear Podcast Advertising Partnership With Libsyn’s Advertisecast

ABC Audio Announces Special Labor Day Holiday Programming

ABC Audio Announces Steven Portnoy As National Correspondent

ABC Audio Announces Compass Media Networks As Exclusive Radio Advertising Sales Representative

ABC Audio Announces Special Fourth of July Holiday Programming

ABC Audio Announces Memorial Day Weekend Programming

ABC Audio Releases Second Pre-Launch Episode of New Narrative Podcast ‘The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery’

ABC Audio Releases Pre-Launch Episode of New Narrative Podcast ‘The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery’

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