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General Music Radio Industry News
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Hunnicutt Exits iHeartMedia to Head New Record Label. A shocker in the radio biz as longtime iHeartMedia exec Clay Hunnicutt leaves his EVP and general manager of national programming platforms position to become president of the new record label Big Loud Records. The move was announced to iHeartMedia staffers via a memo from national programming platforms president Tom Poleman. He writes, "After more than 15 years here with us, Clay Hunnicutt has decided to leave iHeartMedia to become president of Big Loud Records, a record label startup. Clay has not only been a great partner to me in the day-to-day operations of national programming, he's also become a great friend; I know you all feel the same. He's been a pioneer and leader in shaping the great company that we are today, and for that I'll always be thankful."
Cumulus Media Los Angeles Courts Courtemanche as VP/Sales. Former iHeartMedia Chicago vice president of sales Jason Courtemanche relocates to Los Angeles for a similar position with Cumulus Media talker KABC-AM and classic rocker KLOS. Cumulus Media senior vice president of operations Tom Schurr comments, "I am thrilled to be working with Jason again. He is a smart, competitive, experienced broadcast executive who attracts top talent and produces results for partners and stations. We are excited to have a leader of his caliber joining the team." Courtemanche remarks, "I am looking forward to this exciting opportunity on the west coast with these two legendary radio stations and the highly respected sales team. I am committed to getting in the trenches and helping make Cumulus the place to be in Los Angeles media." Prior to his stint at iHeartMedia Chicago, Courtemanche was sales manager for CBS Radio Chicago all-news operation WBBM-AM; general sales manager for iHeartMedia San Diego; and director of sales for San Diego-based MVS International Communications. In pro hockey for six years (1993 – 1999), Courtemache played for various teams in the ECHL, IHL, AHL, WCHL, and CHL.
Sue Tabb Joins WMJX, Boston's 'Morning Magic.' Boston radio personality Sue Tabb is partnered up with current morning jock David O'Leary as co-host of the "Morning Magic" show on Greater Media's adult contemporary WMJX, Boston "MAGIC 106.7." Tabb has been with the station since March 2013 as a regular fill-in on the morning show and as co-host of the public affairs program, "Exceptional Women" (a role she'll continue). Program director Cadillac Jack says, "We're thrilled to have Sue join David O'Leary in anchoring 'Morning Magic.' Her personality and perspective are just what our listeners are looking for as they start their day." Tabb started her radio career as the traffic reporter and sidekick on crosstown CHR WXKS-FM's "Matty in the Morning." She's also had a successful career in the PR industry as a senior director at Thomson Communications. She has also worked as a television news writer, magazine editor and lifestyle columnist, currently writing for the Newburyport Daily News and has earned a first place award as a humor columnist from the New England Press Association.
'Otis' Okayed as WDJX Louisville PD. Nine-year WNKS "Kiss 95.1," Charlotte on-air talent "Otis" departs the Beasley Broadcast Group CHR to become program director of Alpha Media Louisville's similarly-formatted WDJX "99.7 DJX." Alpha Media vice president of programming Phil Becker jokes that "Otis" is, "more than just the name of a Jay Z & Kanye [West] song. He is proof that Alpha Media continues to recruit the most talented players from within our industry. I am confident that he, along with operations manager Ben Davis, will continue to keep WDJX on top for a long time to come." Senior vice president and Louisville market manager Dale Schaefer comments that "Otis" – who will do an afternoon drive air-shift in addition to his programming duties – will be, "a great addition to our on-air line up and will provide a lot of leadership for the WDJX team. He will be a tremendous help and support to Ben Davis because he is a high-caliber, proven programmer who will build on the heritage of WDJX." One-name "Otis" notes, "It is an amazing feeling to have finally reached a goal I set when I started in radio. It is even more exciting that I get to program at a legendary station like WDJX, with a great team of people, including Ben Davis. I look forward to reaching new heights with Alpha Media and taking my addiction to this crazy business to another level." His past on-air credits include WZEE "Z-104," Madison and WNDV "U-93," South Bend (Indiana).
More RadioInfo Career Moves. Sales pro Jeff Schmidt joins the RAB as SVP of professional development, a post in which he'll oversee the organization's training services. He most recently was EVP at sales training firm Sparque…..The new morning personality at iHeartMedia's CHR KPTT, Denver "95.7 The Party" comes from within the company as JJ Kincaid moves from his afternoons gig at WHTZ, New York "Z100" later this summer. Current KPTT morning host Chino will shift to afternoons…..Saga Communications moves forward in morning drive without longtime personality Carole Caine, whose contract is not renewed at classic rock WKLH, Milwaukee "Hometown Rock." Legendary market morning host Dave Luczak continues to anchor the wake-up show without Caine…..D.J. Lopez exits the American General Media cluster in Albuquerque to become a stay-at-home dad. He was responsible for programming at the company's hip hop KAGM, CHR KDLW, and alternative simulcast KARS-AM/K275AO.
Cox Launches 'Your Georgia Country' Duo. The company calls it "the largest country signal in the Southeast with 200,000 watts of power on 106.1 and 107.1 FM." Current country WNGC, Athens (106.1) and now former alternative WTSH, Atlanta (107.1) are simulcast as the new "Your Georgia Country." Cox Media Group says the stations will "serve listeners from Atlanta, Athens, Rome, and all areas north across the entire state." CMG Atlanta Radio VP/GM Donna Hall comments, "Country is the hottest format right now and was our greatest opportunity in our number one market. We're now thrilled to bring another exciting choice for country in Atlanta and north Georgia that complements the other great CMG radio brands in the Greater Atlanta area."
Voltair and PPM Controversy Getting Play in Consumer Press. The digital publication FiveThirtyEight.com (published by ESPN) just posted a story by Carl Bialik that brings the industry's concern about the reliability of the PPM technology used by Nielsen Audio to light with more of the public. The piece uses the demise of the smooth jazz format as the primary case against the ratings technology – though it does point out that the talk and classical formats are likely adversely affected by alleged inadequacies in the PPM, as well. Though the piece doesn't go into detail about how Voltair works, it offers a summary of the processor's recent history, including the moratorium on it in Canada. The piece also poses the question: If this controversy turns the radio ratings on its head, isn't that a potential death knell for the entire industry? One anonymous industry executive replies, "When you're buying on a flawed system, nobody's winning." Read the entire article here.
Bridging the Generational Divide – 17 Year Old Talk Radio Rising Star, Pavlina, Meets Michael Harrison on "Up Close and Far Out" Podcast. It starts out light and chatty but quickly develops into an insightful dialogue that spans the generational divide. Seventeen-year-old, multi-platform talk radio host Pavlina Osta is interviewed by RadioInfo publisher Michael Harrison on this week's installment of the international hit Podcast One production "Up Close and Far Out." "Pavlina" has been remarkably active as a self-motivated "celebrity journalist" since the tender age of 11 — racking up archives of more than 450 interviews with famous figures in show business, music, sports and public policy. She hosts a weekly radio show called "Pavlina's Kidz Place" heard on Florida stations WAPN, Holly Hill; WAPB, Madison; and WELE, Ormond Beach plus a number more across the Sunshine State and scattered around the country — as well as maintaining a very active website and YouTube presence. She is already a two-time Gracie Award winner and holds the Guinness world record for the most radio interviews conducted in 24 hours. She conducted 347 interviews, each being a unique set of at least five questions. The entire 24-hour period was broadcast live on Ustream.tv and via Live365. Pavlina, a published author and tireless charity volunteer, has attended a number of industry conferences including the last two TALKERS events in New York City where her irrepressible personality, charisma and unique flair for fashion caught the attention of industry leaders – many of whom have begun championing her career. She served a summer internship with Premiere Networks star Sean Hannity in 2014 and is working this summer with Salem stations (WNYM and WMCA) in New York City under the direction of Phil Boyce. She has also received vigorous talent coaching by David Bernstein. Pavlina recently made an appearance on Newsmax TV as a guest of Steve Malzberg further fueling her rocketing profile as a media figure to be reckoned with. Upon interviewing Pavlina for "Up Close and Far Out," Michael Harrison states, "What this remarkable young woman lacks in polish and sophistication, she more than makes up for in sheer likability. She oozes positive energy, remarkable charisma, unmistakable style and indelible authenticity. Plus, and most important, just under the surface of her 'contemporary teenage girlishness' lies an uncommon intelligence and wisdom that are clearly fueling this young woman's self-motivated juggernaut to stardom. I didn't treat her like a kid – but, rather, the amazing young woman into which she is clearly developing. I gave her the respect of asking her tough questions. We talked about kids today – sex, drugs, peer-pressure, education, even tattoos and body piercing, plus more." On being interviewed by Michael Harrison, Pavlina states, "We actually covered more than I've ever done in an interview. This was a lot of fun. I appreciate it." To hear the entire conversation between Michael Harrison and Pavlina, please click here or click on the "Up Close and Far Out" player located in the right hand column of every page on RadioInfo.com. (Pictured here are Michael Harrison and Pavlina in a selfie taken at Talkers New York 2015 on June 12.)
Mason Elected BFA Co-Vice Chair, Treasurer. Recently retired CBS Radio president and chief executive officer Dan Mason is elected co-vice chair and treasurer of the Broadcasters Foundation of America. Broadcasters Foundation chair Phil Lombardo declares that, "Dan is one of the Foundation's most ardent ambassadors and he gives tirelessly of his time. The entire board is grateful that he is taking on these additional responsibilities to advance our charitable mission of helping broadcasters in need." As CBS Radio's president/CEO, Mason oversaw more than 125 stations in 27 markets. The National Association of Broadcasters' executive committee honored him as its 2012 "National Radio Award" winner for his outstanding leadership in the industry.
Wilkes-Barre Radio Legend Jay Daniels Dies at 61. Radio personality Jay Daniels, a.k.a. Jeffrey Longaven, came to the Wilkes-Barre market in 1980 as news anchor on WKRZ-AM and evening jock on CHR WKRZ-FM, but he's best known in the market for his years as part of the Daniels & Webster morning show (with John Webster [Gasper]) on rock WEZX "Rock 107." The Times-Tribune reports that Daniels died in a Wilkes-Barre nursing home on June 28 after a long illness that began in 2011 with a cancer diagnosis. He also suffered a stroke and was diagnosed as diabetic.
Monday, June 29, 2015
Magnum Broadcasting Alters Brand of Milwaukee Adult Hits Outlet. The resolution of the battle over "The Lake" brand of adult hits radio in Milwaukee between E.W. Scripps and Magnum Broadcasting appears to be over with Magnum changing the calls and brand of WMKQ, Racine "92.1 The Lake" to WVTY "92.1 The Shore." In a memo to staffers, Magnum Broadcasting CEO Dave Magnum does not address the legal scuffle between his company and Scripps, but says, "We've been weaving in 'shore' references on the air for the past 10 days. It's a natural fit because our new transmitting and antenna systems are delivering signal from Racine up and down the Lake Michigan shoreline from Milwaukee to the Chicago suburbs. We're also pleased with our coverage to the west. Our upgrades exceeded our expectations." Scripps had jettisoned the adult hits format – and its brand "94.5 The Lake" – to go country and changed the calls to WKTI. Immediately after the change, then-WMKQ flipped to an adult hits format and began using the "The Lake" brand, including a logo very similar to the one used by Scripps. But Scripps claims it still owns the service mark for the "Lake" and the adult hits format and is still airing it on WKTI's HD3 channel.
Townsquare and Compass Partner on Nightly Classic Rock Show. The "Ultimate Classic Rock" brand is Townsquare Media's from its UltimateClassicRock.com site and the host of the new, nightly show is longtime rock personality Zach Martin. Compass Media Networks is serving as the exclusive syndicator of the program. The 7:00 pm to 12:00 midnight ET program gets its start on 28 Townsquare Media-owned classic rock outlets, beginning tonight. Martin has worked at CBS RADIO's former WXRK "K-Rock," WCBS-FM and iHeartMedia's WAXQ in New York; as well as WMMR, Philadelphia and WIYY, Baltimore "98 Rock." Townsquare Media SVP of programming Kurt Johnson comments, "We are more than excited to name Zach Martin as host of our Ultimate Classic Rock show. With a foundation of years in rock radio and many relationships in the genre, Zach will create unique, compelling entertainment across our content platforms, starting of course with an incredible radio show."
Reports: More Apple Music DJs Named; Beats 1 to Contain In-Programming Sponsorships. Two separate reports – one from Ad Age and one from The New York Times – deliver news about the soon-to-debut Apple Music service. The Times says that DJs who will appear on Apple's Beats 1 channel in addition to already-announced Zane Lowe and Dr. Dre, include WQHT, New York morning personality Ebro Darden; London radio personality Julie Adenuga plus celebrities Pharrell Williams and Elton John. Ad Age reports that the Beats 1 channel will, instead of traditional radio spots, contain sponsorships delivered by the DJs that are being described by Apple execs as "audio mentions" – brief announcements between records. What's not clear from the story is of the mentions will be live or pre-recorded. The Beats 1 channel is part of the service set to debut tomorrow on a free, three-month trial basis. In contrast to previous reports, Ad Age is stating that Apple will offer a free, ad-supported service as well as the ad-free subscription service.
'98.3' The Bull' in Northeast Ohio Joins 'Powered by Jelli' Network. The Media One Group-owned country station WYBL, Ashtabula, Ohio "98.3 The Bull" becomes part of the Focus "Powered by Jelli" Network – a cloud-based network revenue source platform that traffics, serves and reports all ad campaigns using Jelli's RadioSpot technology. Envision Networks and Focus 360 say Jelli's RadioSpot platform "enables rapid, cloud-based trafficking of radio spots nationwide; integrated, automated ad serving at local affiliates and real-time reporting of the broadcast ads as they run, via an easy-to-use, powerful web-based dashboard. The RadioSpot platform delivers significantly increased accountability, measurability and transparency to advertisers and radio networks, leading to fewer errors, lower costs, better insights and higher revenue and cash flow."
ABC Radio to Present Kelly Clarkson Music Special. The one-our music special from ABC Radio is available for air between July 10 and August 2. Titled, "Kelly Clarkson: Piece by Piece, the show features her thoughts on her chart-topping album Piece by Piece and her latest hits, as well as what fans can expect from her new tour, launching in July. She'll also share her thoughts on motherhood and how her life has changed since she welcomed daughter River last year.
Friday, June 26, 2015
SiriusXM Settles in Pre-1972 Recordings Matter. Five of the largest record companies and Sirius XM Holdings Inc. have agreed to a settlement for the latter's use of pre-1972 recordings on its satellite radio service. According to the Recording Industry Association of America, SiriusXM will pay $210 million to plaintiffs ABKCO Music & Records, Capitol Records, Sony Music Entertainment, UMG Recordings, and Warner Music Group. The settlement provides a nationwide resolution for SiriusXM's previous use of the plaintiffs' pre-1972 recordings and through the end of 2017. After that, SiriusXM must negotiate with individual record companies. RIAA chairman and CEO Cary Sherman comments, "This is a great step forward for all music creators. Music has tremendous value, whether it was made in 1970 or 2015. We hope others take note of this important agreement and follow SiriusXM's example." This resolution does not include the class action suit led by Flo & Eddie Inc. That case is currently under appeal in California's 2nd Circuit Court.
Cumulus Taps Troy Hanson for WKQX, Chicago PD Gig. He's been serving as program director for the company's rock WNNX, Atlanta and as corporate program director for rock formats. Now, Troy Hanson will take over the PD post at Cumulus Media's alternative WKQX, Chicago. Current programmer PJ is seeking opportunities outside the radio biz. Cumulus SVP content and programming Mike McVay says, "Troy continues to do an excellent job as corporate PD/rock for Cumulus. His experience, combined with the need for WKQX to continue to excel, makes him the perfect candidate for this position."
Bryan LaRoche New PM Drive Personality at WKIS-FM, Miami. Air personality Bryan LaRoche has most recently been with Alpha Media at its Portland cluster heard on both country KUPL and CHR KBFF. Now he transitions to CBS RADIO's South Florida country outlet WKIS-FM, Miami "99.9 Kiss Country" for the afternoon drive shift. He says, "This can't be real life. Country radio? In South Florida? For '99.9 Kiss Country'? It doesn't get any better than that! I'm honored and thankful to have the opportunity to work with CBS RADIO and the team at WKIS. I truly feel like this is exactly where I belong and can't wait to call one of my favorite cities home." CBS RADIO Miami VP of programming Rob Morris adds, "Bryan's talent both on air and combined with his digital programming skills makes him a great addition to the WKIS-FM team."
More RadioInfo Career Moves. Executive changes at Univision Communications as the company announces that Los Angeles-based Jose Valle leaves his role overseeing the radio division and will become president of political & advocacy sales. Responsibility for the radio division will shift to Jaime Jiminez, who serves as executive vice president of Univision local media…..Moving from the on-air end of the business to the label side of the music industry is former WRDW, Philadelphia personality and programmer Brandon "Buster" Satterfield. He joins Atlantic Records in New York in a regional promotions capacity. Satterfield programmed CBS RADIO's Philly rhythmic CHR outlet before it transitioned to the company's mainstream CHR AMP format as WZMP.
Envision Networks Offers Free Radio Sales School. Through a deal with influence FM, Envision Networks announces it is able to share Radio Sales School with stations. Via a partnership with radio sales trainer Chris Rolando, influence FM is able to offer the 15-day course to radio stations absolutely free. Envision says it's a great tool for training new sales hires and providing a refresher for more experienced radio sales reps. Rolando brings more than 40 years of broadcasting industry experience to the course. He comments, "No matter where I teach, I find that managers and radio station owners spend a significant amount of their time trying to find and train sales reps instead of managing the actual sales." The online course features educational videos, quizzes and interactive discussions. In addition to this course, influence FM is offering access to free scripts, pre-produced spots and more to help stations recruit the best candidates possible. influence FM produces radio management software available on a cash or barter basis. This product suite gives users complete control over every step of the sales process including asset management, spot creation and commercial production.
Bob & Tom at Brad Garrett's Comedy Club in Las Vegas. Members of the Westwood One-syndicated Bob & Tom show pose for a shot with actor and comic Brad Garrett at his Brad Garrett's Comedy Club at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The show transported 20 lucky winners and their guests to Vegas for the weekend where they got to do a meet & greet with Garrett. Pictured (clockwise from top) are: Garrett, Tom Griswold, Chick McGee, Kristi Lee, and Bob Kevoian.
Bob & Sheri to Host 'Ugliest Dog' Contest. WLNK, Charlotte-based and nationally syndicated morning show hosts Bob Lacey and Sheri Lynch are returning to Sonoma Media Group-owned affiliate KMHX, Santa Rosa, California "Mix 104.9" today to host the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest" at the Sonoma Marin Fair. The internationally observed event celebrates homely hounds and the humans who love them. The World's Ugliest Dog winner will receive a grand prize of $1,500 and the Spirit Award Recipient will receive a special award. Organizers say the contest has been a testament that all dogs do not have to meet AKC pedigree standards to be man's (or woman's) best friend. Sheri Lynch comments, "We are so excited to be asked back to the festival to host the contest again! We love this event!"
'NASH FM 94.7' Brings The Cadillac Three to NYC. New York country outlet WNSH "NASH FM 94.7" presented another of its "Up Close and Country" performances in the Big Apple last night (6/25) at Hill Country Barbecue Market in the heart of the city. The country/rock group The Cadillac Three performed for a lucky group of listeners, singing their hit singles "The South" and "White Lightning," as well as covers of a number of top country songs. Prior to the show, the boys stopped by the "NASH FM 94.7" studios to chat with station personality Jesse Addy (left).
Thursday, June 25, 2015
SF's Big 'Bleu' News. Bay Area Hall of Famer (class of 2007) Don Bleu will do his final KOSF "Big 103.7," San Francisco morning drive show tomorrow (Friday, 6/26). He has been the wakeup talent on the iHeartMedia classic hits-oldies outlet the past four years, but as market president Katie Wilcox comments, "Don Bleu has been a fixture in the Bay Area radio community for decades. Beyond the years of making audiences laugh and fall in love with his authenticity, he is also credited as the inspiration for many other local and national talents. He is no different in the halls than he is on the air – our staff will miss his quick wit and warm presence." According to Bleu, "I am so fortunate – this has been an incredible run. When I meet listeners, I am amazed at the memories and moments they bring up. They have listened for years and their children have listened for years. As I have ended each broadcast for many years in the Bay Area, 'Thanks for bein' on the show.'" Bleu's San Francisco history dates back 34 years when he did morning drive at KYUU (1981- 1989). He then had a 22-year tenure in the same day-part at cross-town KIOI. Bleu previously worked at KDWB, Minneapolis, and in North Dakota at KILO, Grand Forks and KQWB, Fargo. The East Grand Forks, Minnesota native – known earlier in his career as "The True Don Bleu" – won an Emmy for his work on "Evening Magazine," and he hosted "The Gong Show" for one season.
More RadioInfo Career Moves. After 11 years away from the business to stay home with her family, Courtney Foxx returns to Alpha Media's hot AC WIKZ, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania "Mix 95.1" as midday personality. Foxx served as midday jock at the station from 1997 through 2004…..Gus Swanson is named digital content manager for CBS RADIO's Seattle station group. He was a longtime iHeartMedia staffer in the Seattle market.
Class of 2015 Inducted into Country Radio Hall of Fame. This year's class of inductees into the Country Radio Broadcasters' Country Radio Hall of Fame was honored last night at a special ceremony held at the Omni Hotel in Nashville. The Country Radio Hall of Fame is dedicated to "the recognition of those individuals who have made significant contributions to the radio industry over a 20-year period, 15 of which must be in the country format." Pictured here (from l-r) are: Randy Carroll, Mike Kennedy, Karen Dalessandro, Joel Raab, and Sammy George. Photo: Kristen England.
RadioInfo Tidbits. Adult contemporary WLTW, New York "106.7 LITE FM" announces the return of its annual lunchtime theatre summer series, '106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park.' The 2015 program will present the best of Broadway, free to the public, on six consecutive Thursdays beginning July 9 at 12:30 pm ET and will be hosted by LITE FM's on-air personalities…..Hubbard Radio's hot AC WARH, St. Louis "106.5 The Arch" is awarding the prize in the next phase of its year-long FREE MONEY promotion – FREE MONEY FITS FOR TWO – tomorrow afternoon at the West County Center. The station will be awarding a local listener with not one, but two Honda Fits – plus $5,000 in each glove box!…..1980s pop hits are now being heard on the Asheville, North Carolina simulcast dubbed "Rewind 100.3." The former triple A format on Saga Communications' WTMT-HD2 and translator W262CO, Asheville at 100.3 FM disappears to make way for the new format.
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Duane Doobie Jr.'s Picks of the Week. RadioInfo's hard-working co-music editor, Duane Doobie Jr., backed by a growing team of information-contributing researchers and golden-eared, trench broadcasters, including this week: on-air personalities Bayley Brown from WKLC-FM, St. Albans, West Virginia "Rock 105"; Matt James, golden-eared, on air personality at "T-100" WCLT in Newark, OH; Bill Phipps the golden-eared afternoon personality at WSIG, Mt. Jackson, Virginia "Real Country 96.9;" Todd Cavanah, golden-eared PD at CBS owned WJMK "K-Hits" & WBBM-FM in Chicago; Jayn, golden-eared afternoon talent/music director/asst. program director at Alice 93.7, San Francisco; plus internet sensation The Iceman, provides programmers with musical suggestions worthy of the attention of pro-active radio formats. You'll be turned on to some of the exciting artists and music buzzing out there just over the horizon from the worlds of pop, rock, country and EDM. This week's selection posted today (6/24) includes such names as: Selena Gomez, A$AP Rocky, Afrojack, Mike Taylor, Charlie Puth, Meghan Trainor, Olivia Kay, Alx Kawakami, The Weeknd, Kaya Stewart, Icona Pop, Madison Rising, Five Finger Death Punch, Beck, Secret Lie, Destroyer, Langhorne Slim & The Law, Nate Ruess, Beck, Billy Currington, A Thousand Horses, Jake Owen, Keith Urban, Bily Lord, Carly Jo Jackson, Baio, Gemini Club, Silento, Armin Van Buuren, Mr. Probz, Kygo, among others. To check out this valuable information, please click here.
Talkers New York 2015 'Fireside Chat' Video featuring Dialogue Between Michael Harrison and John Dickey Posted Today. Billed as a "Fireside Chat" in one of the keynote sessions of the just-concluded Talkers New York 2015 convention, TALKERS magazine and RadioInfo publisher Michael Harrison conducts a one-on-one conversation with Cumulus Media executive vice president of content & programming, John Dickey. In a series of what Dickey describes as "really tough questions," Harrison asks him about a wide variety of subjects including how he handles the stress of being significantly responsible for the operation of one of the largest and most complex radio broadcasting companies in the history of the medium; whether or not the platform of radio can ever be accurately measured in terms of ratings; what position talk radio occupies within the overall Cumulus plan going forward; whether or not there is room for qualitative selling and non-traditional revenue generation at large, corporately owned stations; and if there is a future for the personality oriented disc jockey in music radio, among other topics. Dickey responds with thoughtful and candid answers before a fully engaged, packed house of professionals from all segments of the industry in a room so quiet, one could hear a proverbial pin drop. On the subject of stress, Dickey says it is a matter of "balance…balance in life" putting work and family into their proper perspectives. He ties that into programming — repeatedly stating that successful radio formats must maintain an effective balance of elements as they evolve forward with their "natural life cycles." Dickey discusses the importance of "branding" in today's commerce, underscoring his company's commitment to and "heavy investment" in the talk format stating, "We are the 'custodians' of some of radio's greatest brands," making it clear that Cumulus takes that responsibility very seriously in the talk arena. He makes the point, "We must, however, arrive at an understanding of what constitutes the talk format today" pointing out that talk radio needs to "broaden the conversation" because "people talk about a lot of things." On the subject of ratings (immediately following a powerful panel discussion about the state of audience measurement moderated by Sean Hannity during which Nielsen's feet were held to the fire), Dickey is measured and fair in his criticism of Nielsen stating, "The ratings are accurate… but only to a point." He says, "Nielsen needs to be [more forthcoming] about the 'margin of error' [in their metrics] – they owe us more than they are giving us." Looking back at the conversation, Michael Harrison says, "John Dickey is one of the brightest young men I have ever met in this business and I have no doubt in my mind about his love for and commitment to radio. Neither he nor his brother Lew have easy jobs…and, like all human beings, they are far from perfect, not to mention the entire radio industry is challenged by the circumstances of the times… so operating the second largest ownership group in the history of the medium in the second decade of the 21st century is an extremely daunting task. Unlike so many of today's powerful executives in both business and government, they admit their mistakes and are always trying to learn and improve." To view the "Fireside Chat" in its entirety including an introduction by rising talk star Ethan Bearman, please click here.
Nielsen Unveils its Total Audience Report; Radio Leads Weekly Reach of Adults. Senior vice president of the audience insights division at Nielsen, Glenn Enoch, says that in preparing the first-ever Total Audience Report, the company is "using the best available data and have done all we can to make this an 'apples-to-apples' comparison, but it is important to remember that these platforms are measured by different methods using different samples and different crediting rules." Enoch is referring to the challenge of finding one way to express the consumption of three different media platforms – TV, radio and digital. That said, radio practitioners are happy with the results indicating that on a weekly basis, radio reaches 93% of the adult population compared to television's 87% reach. Digital is broken up into three segments – PC, smartphone, and tablet – and those reach 54%, 70% and 35% of American adults, respectively. However, when one looks at the weekly hours and minutes spent with each medium, television comes out on top across all adult demographics and radio comes in second. The data shows that, for persons 35-49, the average hours/minutes during the week spent with television was 33:05, for radio 13:39, for PCs 6:58, for smartphones 8:52, and for tablets 4:50. In tallying the number of days per week of usage for each medium for persons 18-49, smartphones come out on top with 5.9. Radio is close behind with 5. Television is third with 4.7, followed by tablets at 4.6 and PCs with 3.6. In a memo to his sales stall, Cumulus Media chief marketing officer Pierre Bouvard writes, "While radio is known as a frequency medium, we have always had significant reach. Radio's reach has remained consistent while television has eroded. Radio now finds itself as America's number one mass reach medium."
Dillon to Program '96.7 Kiss FM' in Austin. The change means Zach Dillon moves from iHeartMedia's CHR KTBT, Tulsa "The Beat" to the company's Austin cluster where he'll program CHR KHFI "96.7 Kiss FM," effective July 12. Dillon says, "I cannot begin to express the happiness I have in knowing I'm returning to the great state of Texas! This position, with these call letters attached to it, doesn't come around often. With this move to Austin, I'm excited to re-sign with iHeartMedia, a company that's treated me so well over the years."
More RadioInfo Career Moves. Weekend and fill-in personality Lisa Kosty is named the permanent midday jock at Hubbard Broadcasting's adult contemporary WSHE, Chicago. Kosty assumes the role previously held by Megan Reed, who resigned her position to focus on her battle with cancer…..Non-com triple A WYMS, Milwaukee "88Nine Radio Milwaukee" announces radio pro Ken Sumka is the new afternoon drive personality. The longtime WXRT, Chicago jock has been living in Milwaukee and serving as a weekend and fill-in host. He has also worked as an airborne reporter at WMAQ and WBBM-AM in Chicago from 1998-2009.
Gunhill Road Meets Big Jay Sorensen. The legendary pop/rock band Gunhill Road had a heck of a great time mingling with radio broadcasters from both music and talk formats at the recent Talkers New York 2015 mega-conference. The trio, that had two FM rock radio album favorites and the hit single "Back When My Hair Was Short" in the early 1970s, recently released an unexpected album with 19 new tracks titled Every 40 Years (Gunhill Road Records) that has garnered some airplay on AC and triple-A formats as well as a ton of interviews on talk radio. The group attended the conference to appear with various radio folk in a forthcoming documentary ("Back When My Hair Was Long") about their fascinating two-part journey from the 1970s to the modern digital era set for theatrical release in 2016 and to promote their latest single, "I've Got To Learn To Cry (featuring American Idol's Julia DeMato). The group is pictured here with pop radio legend and rock 'n' roll historian "Big" Jay Sorensen of WCBS-FM, New York. Shown (l-r): Steve Goldrich, "Big" Jay Sorensen, Glenn Leopold and Paul Reisch.
James Taylor Featured at iHeartRadio Theater in NYC. Singing and songwriting legend James Taylor was the featured artist in latest iHeartRadio ICONS series. This live event at the iHeartRadio Theater featured a performance by Taylor and a Q&A with iHeartMedia and WAXQ, New York personality Jim Kerr. The two discussed and listened to tracks from his new album, Before This World, which was released earlier this week. The audio was broadcast across all iHeartMedia classic rock stations at 8:00 pm local time on June 23. Photo: Katherine Tyler for iHeartRadio.
Dierks Bentley Co-Hosts 'NASH Nights Live.' With "NASH Nights Live" personality Shawn Parr away from the studio at a charity event this week, special guests are joining co-host Elaina Smith (left) on the program. Pictured here is Dierks Bentley (right) in the studio. Other special guest this week include: Kip Moore, Maddie & Tae, Canaan Smith, Tim McGraw, and Hunter Hayes.


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It's not all about smelling ace - Davidoff are also helping the planet as they announce a partnership with the National Geographic society for their Pristine Seas Program.
Pin-up model T-shirts are everywhere right now - and as ZOO are experts on all things lady-shaped, we thought we'd give you a guide on how to wear them...
He's probably the luckiest kid in the world, but Britain's youngest ever diving champion - Tom Daley - has just added to his huge achievements by signing up with Adidas.
All your haircare needs sorted in one stylish swoop - VO5 are showcasing the latest offerings to their Extreme Style range due to hit the shelves next week...
If you've still got that xmas belly bulge hanging over your trousers and you're not planning on shifting it, James Corden's new t-shirt could be your perfect answer.
ZOO pick the best five fragrances to suit your missus on Valentine's Day. Yes, we know, we're always here to save the day. You don't have to thank us, just read on...
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A typical Costco store has around 4,000 SKUs, most of which are stacked on pallets so that you can be your own stockboy.
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c.1300, "pile, heap, or group of things," from Old Norse stakkr "haystack" (cf. Danish stak, Swedish stack "heap, stack"), from Proto-Germanic *stakkoz, from PIE *stognos- (cf. Old Church Slavonic stogu "heap," Russian stog "haystack," Lithuanian stokas "pillar"), from root *steg- "pole, stick" (see stake (n.)). Meaning "set of shelves on which books are set out" is from 1879. Used of the chimneys of factories, locomotives, etc., since 1825.
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DrupalJam 2015, come for the Jam, stay for Drupal
We have got to learn to address humans. Not just humans who can code. That is, if we want to be a true community for a product. A product that is well designed and does attract both the business and the user to participate in the product, the process and hence the community.
Leaderers. Entrepeneurs. Visionaries. Testesters. Document writers. Project Managers, marketeers. To name just a few. Of course developers can also have the skills to do these jobs, an often overlooked fact. But someone who is "just" a marketeer, will not come for the code. (S)He might come for the job at hand, money that might be involved, the functionality, but the best reason why an external non developer should come to the community to help out, is the community that is helping her/him out. Not clean lines of code, but helping hands of love.
DrupalJam -organised by the Dutch Drupal foundation- will be held in Utrecht, April 30 and it really represents the helping hands -not just the lines of code- of the community. With keynotes from Bruce Lawson ( HTML fame), Marco Derksen (digital strategist, entrepreneur) and featured speakers like Jefrey Maguire (moustache fame, D8), Anton VanHouke (leading design agency in the NL, introduced scrum in to strategy and design), Stephan Hay (designer, writer) and Ben van 't Ende (Community Manager for the TYPO3 Asssociation).
The event will be held in an old industrial complex as can be seen in these shots
I am really looking forward to this event, it has a long tradition and always strengthened the community and brought in new blood. People who "Come for the business and stay for the community" Those who come of the need for design and stay for the love. Or love the functional and stay for organising the next DrupalJam.
PS: Now this head has rolled, it is time we decide what we do the body. If you have 5 minutes of your spare time, read this post and if you have one minute more, see this one from 2008 as well.
Drupal SplashAwards 2014
Both Drupal agencies and individuals who have achieved extraordinary results get special recognition from inside and outside the Drupal community. The international jury selects winners out of hundreds of contestants in several categories including best government project and best Drupal theme.
The jury includes well known people in the broader PHP and Drupal community from all around the world: Joost de Valk (SEO WP fame) , Moshe Weitzman (contributor since 2001), Jeffrey "jam" McGuire (evangelist with a mo), Holly Ross (Executive Director DA) , Morten Birch Heide-Jorgensen (enfant terrible and good friend :-)), Stefan Koopmanschap (PHP / Symfony guru from the Netherlands) , Guido Jansen (magento fame) and Robert Douglass (SOLR fame and most of all around friendly chap) will select the ten winners who will walk home along the canals with a great award and a smiling face.
There are 10 awards to be given, from architecture and commerce to best governmental site and theme. The award self will be held for some 100 people, in an old cinema in the centre of Amsterdam. We are really looking forward to this event. And in fact, it will be the last event of the year for the Dutch and a great year it has been.
From a record breaking DrupalJam, via the social events around DrupalCon to 100's of students getting a free training on the Drupal Training Day and now the bowtie SplashAwards, showing of the Dutch Drupal community never was better.
Never trust data, no matter what the source is
Drupal evolved towards this from a blog alike system 10 years ago, a content type with user generated comments below. Back then everybody knew that you should filter User Generated Content and stripe the HTML if you cared about the site. Many other systems up to today however do not filter UGC good enough; user signups, search input and many other ways a user can give input ot the system.
Now Drupal is talking to other systems, combining data from multiple sources, devs still need to understand that one should ***never*** trust input data, no matter if the source is another database or a user.
Because, what could possibly go wrong with just displaying this data directly or injecting it in the database? Why should you "checkplain" the TXT fields in zone of a domain? Why?
By bertboerland at 22/09/2014 - 21:15 | bert | drupal | english | geeks/nerds | Happy | internet culture | weird | bertboerland's blog | login or register to post comments | digg | bookmark | cosmos
Corporate Social Responsibility and using Open Source
By reusing resources to produce new goods or services, we make optimal use of that what is there. This is no longer a "left" or "green" political statement but is being executed by all parties in the political and economical arena, simply because it is in the interest of the person doing so as well as all other persons. It makes economical sense to reuse resources, be good for persons, the community and the environment. Even if it was just for the tragedy of the commons or from a prioner's dilemma point of view. For those interested in how doing good or bad impacts the group, this academic PDF might be a good start. If you master Dutch this TED quality keynote during a DrupalJam conference of my friend Yoast on vimeo is truly something to watch.
So it is my opinion that CSR has moved beyond empty platitudes and has become truly in the genes of people and companies. Many people think that CSR started as corporate philanthropy, a way of the rich to donate to the poor. I don't think this is true, in every revolution, there have been powers to do good for the environment, the people and the community. For example during the Industrial Revolution there was a very strong new socialism trend with taking care of the housing, commnities and villages of the workers, "The garden cities of to-morrow". Not because "the Rich" want to do good perse ("philanthropy"), but because it made sense economically; less death and diseases (less risk) and a richer and happier workforce (and new business models around this growth).
Most of the definitions I have seen of CSR have in common that it is an integral vision towards sustainable business with social responsibility in business decisions to balance the social and economic impact of the decision. That by itself is an excellent definition and one that will be supported by anyone who is been doing business. The implementation most see however is to have a policy on carbon footprint in a company or to only buy agricultural products that are produced in a sustainable way, without pesticides. All fine.
But it seems that there is a very easy way to have implementation of CSR: by using a product that is produced to be be reused, made with the knowledge of thousands and with target audience of the world. The product that is not wasting a single second of the future and not wasting a drop of the paste. Indeed, I am talking about using open source software (OSS)!
And hence, a company that is using open source has a sustainable competitive advantage by using valuable rare resource in the most optima form. Therefor I dare any company that is using software to produce goods, to take using open source software into account and into its' Corporate Social Responsibility policy. For by using open source software, we can truly make a better world by using more knowledge and less resources.
A very healthy situation for any company.
PS: if you want more information on this vison, do visit the 12 Best Practices from Wunderkraut session at the DrupalCon Amsterdam. Or visit Wunderkraut at booth number 1 in the sponsor lounge, right by the coffee! We are part of the community that uses and make open source software. With passion.
By bertboerland at 22/09/2014 - 12:53 | drupal | english | environment | Happy | Social Software | work | bertboerland's blog | login or register to post comments | digg | bookmark | cosmos
Zen and the Art of Drupal, The DrupalJam 2014.
The first keynote speaker is Ancillia Tilia, former fetish model now known in the Netherlands a advocate on digital rights. She has been active in BIts Of Freedom, the Dutch equivalent of the EFF and the "pirateparty" in Amsterdam. The second keynote is from Jan Willem Tulp who creates astonishing data visualisations. Take for example the work descibed on on this page and burn some CPU cycles while flying in WebGL over over Amsterdam.
The featured speakers include Jeroen Tjepkema on web performance, Vincent van Scherpenseel on UX, Iacobien Riezenbosh (State of the web) and Sander Spierenbug (Ethical hacker at KPN, the largest telco in the Netherlands). Apart from these there is a full program on the site and it includes a Question and Answer session via the internet with Dries Buytaert.
Always wanted to ask a question (even if you are not coming to the DrupalJam or are from the Netherlands?), but were afraid to ask? Now is your chance. Do send in your hair raising questions to Dries! If you are stuck in Drupal, we also have a gurubar where the best minds of the Dutch Drupal community will help you out on the spot.
We would like to thank the sponsors and if you are around in the Netherlands, be sure to buy your ticket for 29 euros (30 if you become a member of the Stichting Drupal Nederland). It includes coffee, tea, water, quality lunch, 20 plus sesions, a free e-book from O'Reilly, the option to win 1 out of 5 free PHP Storm licenses, first free drink in the bar and eternal peace. If you do, be sure to pick the pick a badge.
Organising these events is always a lot of work but with a great team it is neither "a lot" nor "work". Thanks team! Peace.
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ANOTHER day, another Central Bank fine for a financial institution. Yesterday, it was Aviva's turn to feel the wrath of the regulator, this time for failing to adequately control a share lending scheme it ran for a decade.
The €2.45m fine is one of the biggest penalties the Bank has imposed on a firm in recent years, and ranks up there with fines handed to the likes of Combined Insurance, Quinn Insurance and Alico Life.
The regulator's findings are damning. Aviva had no investment policy for stock lending worth the name. It did not set proper risk limits. Investment managers weren't monitored and, crucially, management did not receive regular updates on the firm's exposure. These are basic requirements for any trading operation.
Stock lending is common, especially in the UK and US. An insurer or pension fund regularly lends shares to the likes of hedge funds who can then trade them but not before they hand over collateral. In theory, it works well but, like anything involving securities, there is a risk to both sides. A hedge fund might not be able to hand back the shares when required, for example, leaving the lender and its clients out of pocket.
Aviva yesterday emphasised that no client funds were at risk but, the fact is, it went on for a decade without being fixed.
Clearly, there were many people working for Aviva who knew about the problem but did nothing about it. Unfortunately, the Central Bank did not name names. Yet again, we are stuck with reading about "systemic failures" and an over-reliance on "group controls".
Over and over, we hear about these problems but, each time, we are basically asked to believe the issue has been resolved without knowing if those responsible have been punished.
A culture of blame is bad. A culture of people answering for their failures is good. But with these reports, the Central Bank has maintained the fantasy that errors can be fixed without punishing the perpetrators.
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I love DIY projects especially when you can upcycle something that's an ordinary household object like a jelly jar. Just recently my friend and modern pioneer, Georgia Pellegrini, challenged me to add my own twist to a DIY project from her latest book Modern Pioneering.
When I saw her painted mason jars I thought, "What can I do to give these a little Moss Mountain Farm style?" And I came up with just the pioneer ordered, a stylish mercury glass look. You see in the mid-1800s in America mercury glass was used as an affordable alternative to silver. My version of Georgia's project is an inexpensive and easy way to recreate this 19th century life hack.
Materials for Making Faux Mercury Glass
Clean mason jars
White Vinegar
Spray bottle
Paper towels
Looking Glass® spray paint
Directions for Making Faux Mercury Glass:
To begin fill the spray bottle with 1 part water and 1 water vinegar and shake.
Set the nozzle of the spray bottle to a fine mist setting.
Gently spray a fine mist of the water vinegar mixture on the outside of the mason jar. The objective is to create small droplets of water that bead up and do not run.
Immediately follow up with an even coat of the Looking Glass® spray. Allow the paint to dry for just a minute and then apply a second round of the water vinegar solution. Wait about two minutes then gently blot the beads of water vinegar solution with a paper towel. Don't rub the surface very hard or the paint will streak. A gentle pressure is good enough to achieve a realistic mercury glass look. Repeat the process three to four times rotating the jar from resting on its base to the top so you can get full coverage.
The paint needs about three hours to dry completely before you use the jars.
So now that I've completed my challenge I'm kicking the ball back over to Georgia and asking her to recreate a project from one of my books. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to see what she does and post pictures of your own DIY projects for a chance to win Georgia's book Modern Pioneering and my cookbook, Seasonal Recipes from the Garden. When you post your picture tag @pallensmith and @georgiapellegrini and use the hashtag #modernpioneering.
Garden 2 Blog is an annual event that I host at my farm where top garden bloggers from all over the country converge with industry leaders and discuss new trends. It's really a highlight of the season and I am so looking forward to learning from it. I'm proud to call the Natural State my home and I'm excited to share it with a group of people who love being outside as much as I do. To show off some of the gardencentric characeristics of the capital city we're going to take a tour of a few public gardens in Little Rock and the rooftop garden at the Clinton Library.
With 23 garden bloggers and 9 sponsors, we've got our hands full! I'm so grateful for our partners for making this event possible, because without them there would be no Garden2Blog. They are an exceptional group of industry leaders who are making great strides with their products, and I'm thrilled that they're coming to share their knowledge.
It's my pleasure to welcome bloggers because I've seen the work they do and am continually impressed with the way they merge the physical with the digital, the garden with the blog. Gardening goes back a long way in my family, and I've often felt that it was an art that was dying out through the generations. But these days, the virtual garden has helped revive gardening and green living. It's now trendy to have a plot to garden in an urban setting, and this is partially due to the efforts of people sharing all the benefits of getting out in the garden online. The best part about it, though, is the wealth of knowledge becoming accessible for everyday people and new gardeners.
My mission is for us to grow in our passion for gardening by learning, and I hope that Garden2Blog 14 will advance that mission. Be sure to follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. I'll post pictures and giveaway a few goodies.
#G2B14 Bloggers
Susan Fox www.GagasGarden.com
C.L. Fornari www.GardenLady.com
Rebecca Sweet HarmonyintheGarden.com
Lisa Steele www.Fresh-Eggs-Daily.com
Kathy Purdy www.ColdClimateGardening.com
Jan Bills TwoWomenandaHoe.com
Mary Beth Shaddix www.MaryBethShaddix.com
Christina Salwitz PersonalGardenCoach.wordpress.com
Robin Horton www.UrbanGardensWeb.com
Kylee Baumle OurLittleAcre.blogspot.com
Jenny Petterson www.JPetersonGardenDesign.com
Lamanda Joy TheYarden.com
Michael Nolan www.MyEarthGarden.com
Chris Van Cleave RedneckRosarian.wordpress.com
Teresa Byington TheGardenDiary.com
Robin Wedewer BumbleBeeBlog.com
Kenny Point www.VeggieGardeningTips.com
Steve Asbell www.TheRainForestGarden.com
Kelly Smith Trimble Blog.DIYNetwork.com/MadeRemade/
Jerusalem Greer www.JollyGoodeGal.com
Janet Carson UofACEsmg.wordpress.com
Linda Ly www.GardenBetty.com
Stephanie Buckley www.TheParkWife.com
Julie Thompson Adolf JuliesGardenDelights.com
Tina Wilcox www.OzarkFolkCenter.com/herbs/yarb_tales.aspx
Books Published by G2B14ers
A Homemade Year: The Blessings of Cooking, Crafting and Coming Together by Jerusalem Greer
Pick Fresh by Mary Beth Shaddix
Indoor Plant Décor: The Design Stylebook for Houseplants by Jenny Peterson and Kylee Baumle
Four Seasons of Roses by Susan Fox
Color by Numbers by Steve Asbell
Fine Foliage by Christian Salwitz, co-authored with Karen Chapman
Fresh Eggs Daily: Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens….Naturally by Lisa Steele
Refresh Your Garden Design with Color, Texture & Form by Rebecca Sweet
I Garden: Urban Style by Michael Nolan
The Creative Herbal Home by Tina Wilcox, co-authored with Susan Belsinger
Coffee for Roses by C.L. Fornari
A Garden Wedding by C.L. Fornari
The Cape Cod Garden by C.L. Fornari
A Garden Lover's Cape Cod by C.L. Fornari
Gardening in Sandy Soil by C.L. Fornari
A Garden Lover's Martha's Vineyard by C.L. Fornari
Proven Winners
Jobe's Orgranics
Bonnie Plants
Le Creuset
Hubbard Life
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U.S. Foods
As an Arkansas native I've always known that we have some stellar places to eat. Everywhere I go in the state there is a fantastic feast waiting at a restaurant, diner or roadside stand. Which is good because I love food.
The state is famous for southern staples such as fried catfish, barbeque and pie but our food is also influenced by our proximity to the southwestern flair of Texas. As we are an agricultural community a traditional Arkansas meal always includes a generous helping of something that was grown nearby. Purple hull peas slow cooked with a ham hock, cornbread, sliced tomatoes and fried okra are all sides you'll find on the dinner table in Arkansas.
We've never strayed far from our culinary roots, but the national trend for locally sourced ingredients has produced a number of sensational restaurants that specialize in home-style cooking with a contemporary twist. How about catfish served over a bed of hoppin' John and fried okra? Or perhaps a grilled pork chop with creamed corn, peppers and almonds. Are you hungry yet?
Arkansans aren't the only folks who recognize what our state has to offer. Recently Forbes Travel Guides included our capital city Little Rock as one of five secret foodie spots with shot outs to Ashley's, Ciao Baci, ZaZa's Fine Salad + Wood-Oven Pizza Co. and Whole Hog Cafe.
In addition to these recommendations I have a few others that I suggest you try for a plate full of local flavor featuring seasonal ingredients.
Brave New Restaurant – Get the mixed grill that includes a variety of grilled meats served with an herbed demi glace.
South on Main – This is where you will find the fried catfish and hoppin' John. Yum!
Trio's – In the summer they have a farmers' market plate with seasonal vegetables that's wonderful.
Table 28 – The restaurant offers unusual interpretations of southern favorites. Make reservations for a seat at the chef's table (table 28) for an exclusive 6-course meal prepared and served by Chef Rains.
The Root Café – Great burgers and sweet potato fries. A definite must if you have a hankering for breakfast on a Saturday morning.
Capital Hotel Bar and Grill – The Friday lunch special is red sauce braised brisket with rice bread and chow chow. That's what I'm talking about!
The Hive – If you love a good pork chop this is the place to go. Chef Matthew McClure sources the pork from a local farmer raising heritage pigs known for their exceptionally tender and flavorful meat. Oh, and be sure to stop in at the nearby Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The current exhibit is a collection of French modern masters including Matisse, Cezanne and Degas. It will be on view until July 7, 2014.
28 Springs – You can't come south and not eat chicken and dumplings. Savory herb gravy and a flaky biscuit crust make these some of the best chicken and dumplings to be had.
The Farmer's Table Café – One look at the breakfast menu and you'll know why this place is the talk of the town. The Hash Skillet is to die for.
HEIRLOOM food + wine – A glass of wine and a platter filled with artisanal cheeses, seasonal fruit, walnuts, honeycomb and fig-rosemary crackers plus an amiable companion? Is there a better way to end the day?
Special thanks to Lyndi over at NWAFoodie.com for recommending some great restaurants in northwest Arkansas!
It's astounding to me but it wasn't until 1963 that someone thought to fry a dill pickle. I know, right? Bernell "Fatman" Austin was the first to serve these treats at the Duchess Drive In in Atkins, Arkansas and they've been a southern staple ever since. If you don't believe me try them and get back to me. Here's a recipe that is similar to those served at a local catfish joint.
1 quart jar dill pickle slices
2 teaspoon red pepper
2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoon black pepper
1 eggs
8 ounces milk
5 – 6 drops hot sauce
2 cups flour
vegetable oil
Mix egg, milk, hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon of flour in bowl and set aside.
In a separate bowl combine the red pepper, paprika, black pepper and 2 cups of flour.
In a large, deep skillet or fry cooker heat vegetable oil to 375 degrees.
Dip the pickle slices in the egg and milk mixture, then dredge them through the flour and spices, then the egg and milk again and then the flour once more.
Next drop the battered pickles into the hot oil and fry until they float to the surface and turn a nice golden brown.
Serve immediately.
Some of the most exciting developments in gardening are happening in the world of shrubs. Compact sizes, interesting foliage and gorgeous blooms are just a few of the innovations I've seen while out scouting garden shows and spring trials for plants to grow in my garden.
These new features have transformed shrubs from one-season-wonders and supporting players to flashy focal points in both flower beds and, thanks to small sizes, containers. These new colorful, easy-care shrubs are ideal for high maintenance and lazy gardeners alike. Take a look at four that I've chosen for my Proven Winners® Platinum Collection.
Fragrant pink flowers touched with pink and orange bloom from mid-summer through September.
Full sun to partial shade; zones 6a – 9b; 3 – 4 feet tall and wide; deciduous.
Sunny Anniversary™ Abelia (Filler), Angelface® Blue Angelonia (Thriller), Superbena® Royale Peachy Keen Verbena (Spiller)
The smallest ninebark available to gardeners with an extra full form and refined foliage. Colorful bronze-maroon foliage all season and dainty flowers that appear up and down the stem in late spring.
Full sun; zones 3a – 7b; 3 – 4 feet tall and wide; deciduous.
Tiny Wine® Ninebark (Thriller), Colorblaze® Dipt in Wine Coleus (Filler), Supertunia® Vista Bubblegum Petunia (Spiller)
A petite weigela with golden variegated foliage that turns to a gorgeous red in fall.
Full sun; zones 5a – 8b; 12 – 18 inches tall and wide; deciduous.
Superbells® Yellow Chiffon Calibrachoa (Spiller), Graceful Grasses® Red Riding Hood, My Monet® 'Sunset' Weigela (Filler), Dwarf Purple Fountain Grass (Thriller)
Soft lavender-pink flowers borne on a compact shrub from mid-summer until frost. This buddleia will repeat bloom without deadheading and does not produce seeds so it won't spread.
Full sun; zones 5a – 9b; 18 – 24 inches tall and 24 – 30 inches wide; deciduous.
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The grocery store makes for an unexpected ally in beating winter's blues. Spruce up your home with a few potted plants that you can find at the grocery store. To personalize these blooms to suit my style I slip the plants (pot and all) into decorative containers.
Forced Daffodils, Tulips and Hyacinths – The daffodils and hyacinths you buy at the grocery store can be planted in the garden after the flowers fade. Wait until the foliage dies back. I've not had much luck with replanting tulips because they aren't perennial in southern gardens where springs are short. However, daffodils and hyacinths will bloom again for me the next year.
Cape Primroses– Maintain temperature around 60 degrees. Place pot on a tray of wet pebbles to provide humidity without overwatering.
Hydrangeas – These big, colorful flowers are everyone's favorite. While the plant is indoors keep the soil consistently moist and out of direct sunlight. After the last frost date in your area plant it outside in a partially shaded spot.
Orchids – Watering orchids can be tricky and varies depending on the type or orchid and time of year. (Water more in the summer and less in the winter.) Generally a good rule is to water every five to 12 days. Avoid wetting the leaves when watering. Dab excess water off leaves.
Here we are smack dab in the middle of winter and I'm starting to miss walking to the vegetable garden, snips in hand, to gather ingredients for dinner. To tide me over until it's time to plant spring crops I'm actually growing a few things indoors. I won't be harvesting any tomatoes, but at least I can get my hands dirty and enjoy the satisfaction of adding a few fresh ingredients to my recipes.
Here are five edibles you can grow indoors this winter.
I've heard that food and music hold the personality of a region most strongly. After a recent road trip I feel safe in taking it one step further and specify that a local favorite dessert really shows off a place's personality.
Whether they're fruit, nut, cream, meringue or cheese, baked, fried or frozen — pies come in a dazzling range of combinations. We like our pie in the south. The baker who masters the perfect flour to butter ratio in a crust is spoken about with the utmost reverence, given a place of honor in the community and undoubtedly, asked to bring a pie to every gathering until the end of time. While pies can be graham cracker or cookie crusted, hot or cold, latticed or exposed on top, they must all be delicious to survive in these parts.
Now you've probably heard the phrase easy as pie, but I'm not a fan. It strikes me as flippant. The creation of pies shouldn't be reduced to anything less than an art. Bakers mix a tremendous amount care, thought and tradition into their pies, and most of them have worked on their technique for years. Respect for my favorite dessert led me to travel from Little Rock to Northwest Arkansas along Highway 65 in a quest to experience Arkansas' pies.
We first stopped at the Wagon Wheel in Greenbrier. Restaurants like these work as anchors and a hub of community life in small towns— a place to connect at lunch or celebrate with the team after a game. Don't be fooled by this restaurant's nondescript exterior. It boasts a spectacular spread and is known for its meringue pies. The bakers in this kitchen know how to whip egg whites and sugar into heavenly bliss. I had a banana split pie that had about three inches of meringue on top. So decadent!
Every one of the restaurants we visited has a top pie, a pie that's flavor is discussed like a legend, and at the Skylark Café in Leslie, that pie is strawberry pie. Cool and refreshing with impeccable balance between sweet and tangy, this dessert is a summer staple not easily forgotten. The filling is just the right consistency, not too thick and packed with juicy strawberry pieces. I dined on the porch and took in the café's equally charming exterior. Originally a home, they remodeled the building into a restaurant, painted the outside turquoise with red trim and surrounded it with garden art and potted plants. Save me a seat on the porch. I'll be back.
In addition to the sugary ecstasy, I also experienced a treat for the eyes. Highway 65 winds elaborately, offering dramatic views of the mountains and valleys, and the October leaf display has earned the region the nickname the New England of the Ozarks.
We detoured to Gilbert, an old railroad town with one sign that reads 'population 33' and another that reads 'coolest in the state.' They're referring to temperature, but it works on multiple levels. The little town sits right on the edge of the pristine Buffalo National River. We had to pull over, not for pie, but for a view of the water.
The production crew and I stopped for lunch at Big Springs Barbecue in St. Joe after that, and I ate a bacon-filled "sammwhich." It was nice to taste something fat-laden and savory to break up all the sweet. Plus they roast the meat themselves. I sampled an apple pie, and tried to wheedle the crust recipe out of the baker to no avail.
In Jasper, we stopped at the Arkansas House, a restaurant that uses organic, locally produced ingredients, to learn the subtleties of the nut pie. Janet Morgan, the owner, showed me how to make her signature black walnut pie. Time, she said, makes all the difference between a mediocre dessert and a perfect dessert.
I'm always on the lookout for books geared toward kids that encourage them to check out what's going on outdoors. Books after all are great at sparking the imagination and once a child begins to picture the possibilities she is more likely to head outside to investigate. And to me a kid excited about out in nature is a good thing.
I was thrilled to meet Arkansas author Dawn Denton while I was speaking to the Bentonville Garden Club. Dawn is a garden designer and former teacher who combines her dedication to preserving and appreciating the outdoors with her expertise with children to create the wonderful Guest in the Garden book series. The Last Leaf, Ruby and Rocket, Oliver the Toad and Betzy the Bumblebee relay life lessons, garden and animal facts in light-hearted, entertaining tales, perfect for the young children you're shopping for.
The Last Leaf
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From the authorThis picture book is geared for young children ages 2-6. With rhyming words, your child will explore all the emotions that you might feel as the last leaf on a tree in the fall. (From the author.)
Ruby and the Rocket
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A beautifully illustrated children's book about a brother and sister hummingbird who discover a backyard garden. Come along with Ruby and Rocket to learn fun hummingbird facts, flower facts, and a life lesson of learning to be friends when you are siblings. (From the author.)
Oliver the Toad
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This delightful story will take your child on a journey through a vegetable garden where they will learn toad facts, vegetable facts, and the life lesson of responsibility. (From the author.)
Betzy the Bumblebee
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Beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces your child to bumblebee facts, wildflower facts, and the life lesson of learning to love being you. (From the author.)
It's party time! We're smack dab in the middle of the holiday season and the parties are in full swing. During a bout of mild weather I hosted an impromptu gathering by the outdoor fireplace. The fire kept us warm and everyone agreed that it was nice to get some fresh air. There was hot chocolate, finger foods and s'mores – you can't have a party around a fire without s'mores!
Set up was simple with Christmas lights to set the mood and a fire to serve as the focal point. For the buffet I dressed up a teak table with a red table cover from Tablevogue and a centerpiece made with a few logs from the firewood pile, Mason jars, holly leaves and votive candles. Here is how I put it together.
3 firewood logs
6 Mason jars in different sizes
Holly branches with berries
6 votive candles
Evergreen boughs
Cut the logs into pedestals of various heights.
Place the holly leaves and berries in the jars. Fill with water and drop in a votive candle.
Arrange the log pedestals and Mason jars on a table. Add a few evergreen boughs as a finishing touch. Voila! Christmas!
So when the temperatures drop, never fear. There are lots of ideas you can use to enjoy some of that colder weather and create a memorable time with your friends.


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Bon Jovi's epic concert performances will hit the big screen this fall, when NCM® Fathom Events and AEG Network Live present "BON JOVI Inside Out," a special in-theater event on Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT / 7:00 p.m. MT / 8:00 p.m. PT (tape delayed in MT and PT). The one-night-only event showcases split-screen concert footage of Bon Jovi performing a "Dream Set" of their timeless hits, handpicked especially for movie theater audiences, and pre-recorded live at three different venues: London's The O2, New Meadowlands Stadium and Madison Square Garden. This not-to-be-missed cinema event will feature a LIVE broadcast from Times Square, at which the band will share exciting details about their upcoming 2013 world tour and highly-anticipated studio album to be released in the spring. Additionally, theatergoers will get unparalleled insider access during an interactive Q&A session.
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Critics were unanimous in their praise of Bon Jovi's New Meadowlands concerts, with The New York Times stating that Bon Jovi "lays claim to his home turf with exultant pride, and with exhortative anthems about hanging in and hanging on." The New York Post wrote, "...the forever-young singer and his band of Jersey pop giants christened the shiny new stadium with a rollicking extravaganza of light, sound and performance energy...," while The Star-Ledger simply raved that "it was spectacular."
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Wine Flavored Langoustine Newburg
|1 1⁄2 Pound, cooked (2 Pieces, 700 Gram)
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|4 Ounce (100 Gram)
|Medium dry sherry
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|Egg yolks
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|Single cream
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1. Halve each Langoustine by splitting it down the backbone with a sharp knife or cleaver.
2. Scoop out the flesh from the body and the claws.
3. Dice the flesh into bite size chunks and place in a bowl.
4. In a small bowl, blend the egg yolks with flour before add cream and whisking until smooth.
5. In a large sauce pan, melt the butter over a moderate flame.
6. When the butter begins to froth, add the Langoustine pieces and saute them for 2-3 minutes until the flesh turns from pink to red.
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