Jon Bon Jovi on programming courage and Mediabase leadership change
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Jon Bon Jovi on programming courage and Mediabase leadership change

E548 • Aug 18, 2026 • 3 mins

In episode 548 of the RedTech Daily Podcast, Marguerite Clark explores recent advancements and notable events in the radio and audio industry. The episode opens with an introduction and a brief overview of the episode's highlights. Marguerite discusses the concept of courage in programming, featuring insights from Jon Bon Jovi. The episode also covers Alissa Pollack's promotion to president of Mediabase, marking a significant career milestone. Additionally, Inovonics announces the opening of bookings for their Aaron 656 model. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and an invitation for listeners to visit redtech.pro for more industry news and updates.

Key Points

  • Creative risks and asking the right questions are essential for great programming, as demonstrated by a story where a simple inquiry turned a lunch with Jon Bon Jovi into a free concert for 10,000 people.
  • RCS Worldwide has promoted Alissa Pollack to president of Mediabase, where she will oversee strategy, global expansion, and product development, including making the Top 50 Mediabase charts for all U.S. and Canadian formats publicly accessible.
  • Inovonics has opened bookings for the Aaron 656 FM and HD Radio Dual Tuner Rebroadcast Receiver, which features Maximum-Ratio Combining technology for enhanced reception and is set for delivery starting in September 2026.
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