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Intelligence Squared U.S. Is Becoming "Open to Debate"

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

NEW YORK, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, Intelligence Squared U.S., the leading nonpartisan platform for debate in the country, is relaunching under the name "Open to Debate."

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NEW YORK, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, Intelligence Squared U.S., the leading nonpartisan platform for debate in the country, is relaunching under the name "Open to Debate."
On average, 32% of the Intelligence Squared audience has changed their mind from one side to the other after a debate.
Guest Adam Grant said, "Intelligence Squared has done for debate what TED has done for speeches: Elevated it into an artform."
The company produced the first debate between artificial intelligence and a human debater in history in partnership with IBM's Project Debater and introduced an "Intelligence Squared Round" into New York City's mayoral debates.

How a Radio Producer from Brooklyn Ended up with Tom Hanks as a DJ and a Flagship Exclusive Station on TuneIn

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

But, then he sent me a typewritten fan letter to the radio station.

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But, then he sent me a typewritten fan letter to the radio station.
When Covid hit, Daughtry left WFMU and started her own digital radio station, and Ichiban became Boss Radio 66, an homage to the 1960s Boss Radio format.
“What Debbie created, and what resonated so deeply with Tom, is simply great radio,” said Richard Stern, CEO of TuneIn.
To listen to the latest DJ set by Tom Hanks on Boss Radio 66, head to tunein.com/bossradio66 or download the TuneIn app now.

KMFA Classical Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KMFA Classical (KMFA) appoints George Preston as Chief Executive Officer for the 56-year-old Austin radio station.

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KMFA Classical (KMFA) appoints George Preston as Chief Executive Officer for the 56-year-old Austin radio station.
Upon moving into his new role at KMFA, Preston will be responsible for the overall strategic, operational, financial, and managerial leadership.
"George comes to us with exceptional experience," said Soriya Estes, KMFA Board Chair.
The KMFA Board of Directors convened a search committee of five board members who collaborated with the KMFA staff, listeners, donors, and community members.

Lava for Good’s ‘Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng’ Podcast Returns for Season Two

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Monday, January 9, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lava for Good’s Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng podcast returns for its powerful second season.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lava for Good’s Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng podcast returns for its powerful second season.
Hosted by Pulitzer Prize winner, renowned podcast host and producer Maggie Freleng, the series features intimate conversations in Freleng’s unique and celebrated style with people who have spent years in prison for crimes they did not commit.
Freleng has spent decades reporting on our nation’s criminal legal system, exposing injustice and sparking serious conversations and a push for change.
“One thing we’ve both learned in our decades of working on wrongful conviction cases is that shining a bright light on these stories can have a profound impact.

Acclaimed Music Education Innovator Announces San Antonio Music School Opening

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Jason Sagebiel, the renowned founder of Sage Music, (https://www.sagemusic.co/) announced the planned opening of their new San Antonio music school and live music facility in midtown San Antonio.

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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Jason Sagebiel , the renowned founder of Sage Music , ( https://www.sagemusic.co/ ) announced the planned opening of their new San Antonio music school and live music facility in midtown San Antonio.
As Sagebiel points out, "we recently purchased the property at 209 W. Poplar St. in Tobin Hill and began construction to convert it into a music school, community space, and performance venue.
Sage Music has been described as a disruption to the music education industry as it continues to transform the face of music education.
Due to demand, students from 46 U.S. States and 15 countries have flocked to Sage Music.

Intelligence Squared U.S. Launches Weekly Debate Show on Public Radio

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligence Squared U.S., the nation's leader in provocative nonpartisan debates, has kicked off a weekly show on public radio stations across the country. The hour-long program is now airing on WNYC Radio every Saturday at 6:00 PM ET following All Things Considered, as the veteran media brand transitions to a weekly release schedule across its public radio, podcast, and video platforms.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligence Squared U.S., the nation's leader in provocative nonpartisan debates, has kicked off a weekly show on public radio stations across the country.
To mark the launch of the new weekly show for public radio, Intelligence Squared U.S. will take the stage live on August 31st at PRPD Public Radio Content Conference in New Orleans to debate a timely question: "Is public radio still relevant in a digital world?"
The program will continue to air on other public radio stations across the country and via the Intelligence Squared U.S. podcast and YouTube channel.
For more information on Intelligence Squared U.S., please contact Ray Padgett ( [email protected] ) or Mark Satlof ( [email protected] ) at Shore Fire Media.

ROCOCO PUNCH AND ROOM TONE COLLABORATE WITH STITCHER FOR NEW REALITY AUDIO SERIES "WELCOME TO PROVINCETOWN"

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Monday, May 23, 2022

NEW YORK, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stitcher, alongside co-creators Rococo Punch and Room Tone, today announced a new reality podcast series, Welcome to Provincetown, which premieres June 15. The series, co-produced by Stitcher's Witness Docs unit, documents the lives of several eclectic, vivacious residents of the idyllic, two-street beach town known for its community of actors, artists, drag queens, playwrights, and authors. A trailer is available by clicking here.

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"Room Tone develops projects that delight listeners and defy expectations of what can be achieved in sound.
Our first, Welcome to Provincetown, offers unconventional stories and a fresh approach to the medium," says Ben Riskin co-founder of Room Tone.
Executive producers are John Perotti and Jessica Alpert for Rococo Punch, and Ben Riskin and Bianca Grimshaw for Room Tone.
Room Tone is a podcast and audio advisory serving the industry through project development and packaging, talent management, and professional services.

‘Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng’ Launches Today

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Monday, May 2, 2022

NEW YORK, May 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lava for Good , founded by renowned media executive, author, and justice activist Jason Flom, debuts its powerful new series, Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng .

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NEW YORK, May 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lava for Good , founded by renowned media executive, author, and justice activist Jason Flom, debuts its powerful new series, Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng .
Hosted by celebrated journalist, producer, and podcast host Maggie Freleng, each week the podcast explores a different wrongful conviction case, featuring compelling and revealing conversations with men and women who have spent years in prison despite overwhelming evidence of their actual innocence.
Ive been lucky enough to have a career where I can do that amplify the voices of those who have suffered injustice or fallen through the cracks, said Freleng.
Long admirers of Freleng a celebrated journalist in the innocence space Flom asked her to join Lava for Good as a new host of the Wrongful Conviction series.

iHeartMedia Welcomes Sarah Van Mosel as Executive Vice President of the iHeart Audience Network

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Monday, May 2, 2022

iHeartMedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: IHRT), the leading audio company in America, today announced that it has named Sarah van Mosel as Executive Vice President of the iHeart Audience Network (iAN).

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iHeartMedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: IHRT), the leading audio company in America, today announced that it has named Sarah van Mosel as Executive Vice President of the iHeart Audience Network (iAN).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220502005100/en/
The iHeart Audience Network the next evolution of audience-based buying is a new service from iHeart that simplifies audio advertising.
Today, the iHeart Audience Network spans streaming and podcasting - with the added reach of broadcast radio available too.
As Executive Vice President for the iHeart Audience Network, van Mosel will additionally assist with iAN sales operations, publisher development and podcast slate partnerships for iHeartPodcasts, the No.

South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race to Mark 25 Years of Efforts to Create an Integrated, Equitable Community With Virtual Event & Panel Discussion

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

The Pursuit of Racial Equity & Integration: A 25-Year Journey in Maplewood and South Orange, New Jersey will be held Tuesday, March 29, from 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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The Pursuit of Racial Equity & Integration: A 25-Year Journey in Maplewood and South Orange, New Jersey will be held Tuesday, March 29, from 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Panelists include Coalition Founders Fred Profeta, Jr. and Carol Barry-Austin; Executive Director Nancy Gagnier; Trustees Abigail P. Cotler, Kelly Quirk and Erin R. Scherzer; and Committee Member Patricia Canning.
We also examined issues such as stereotype anxiety, teacher expectations and race, and the influence of family background and income.
The South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race is a nationally recognized non-profit focused on racial integration and inclusion in suburban communities for over 25 years.