2014 in radio
overview of radio-related events during the year of 2014
The following is a list of events affecting radio broadcasting in 2014. Events listed include radio program debuts, finales, cancellations, and station launches, closures and format changes, as well as information about controversies.
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January 17: Larry Monroe, 71. 29-year veteran with KUT radio in Austin, Texas
February 6: Ralph Kiner, 91. Radio and television commentator for the New York Mets.
February 15: Angelo Henderson, 51. Radio host at WCHB and minister.
February 25: Jim Lange, 81. Radio host (KGO, KFRC, KABL and KSFO/San Francisco, KMPC/Los Angeles, KKSJ/San Jose) and TV host.
March 1: Porky Chedwick, 96.
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