Local Radio Networks

12/11/2025

PICKLEJAR UP ALL NIGHT EXPANDS TO 80+ LRN STATIONS, UNLOCKING MILLIONS OF NEW LISTENERS AND NEW REVENUE PATHWAYS FOR LOCAL 24/7 COUNTRY AFFILIATES. www.localradionetworks.com

12/11/2025

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12/03/2025

PICKLEJAR UP ALL NIGHT EXPANDS TO 80+ LRN STATIONS, UNLOCKING MILLIONS OF NEW LISTENERS AND NEW REVENUE PATHWAYS FOR LOCAL AFFILIATES

Houston, TX – December 2, 2025 – PickleJar Entertainment Group (OTCMKTS: PKLE) today announced a significant nationwide expansion for its flagship Country radio program, PickleJar Up All Night, available weeknights 7PM–Midnight or Midnight-06am ET across more than 80 Local Radio Networks (LRN) affiliates. This rollout positions the show to reach millions of new listeners while creating tangible revenue opportunities for partner stations — powered by increased VMS adoption inside local music venues and the ability for affiliates to monetize expanded advertising inventory through PickCaster digital signage in those same venues.

Hosted from Nashville by Katie Cook and Scott Gaines, PickleJar Up All Night blends emerging artist discovery, fan-driven interaction, exclusive interviews, and authentic Nashville storytelling into a nightly destination for Country music culture. The affiliate distribution agreement accelerates PickleJar’s media footprint while aligning affiliate broadcasters with scalable, recurring revenue streams that tie venue technology and content syndication together for the first time in broadcast radio.

PickleJar is also currently in active discussions with multiple national brands regarding studio naming rights, further extending commercial alignment across broadcast distribution, VMS infrastructure, and PickCaster advertising surfaces.

“This partnership is more than expanded airtime — it’s expanded access,” said Kristian Barowsky, President and Co-Founder of PickleJar Entertainment Group.

“PickleJar Up All Night was built to champion new voices in Country music. Reaching millions of new listeners gives us the opportunity to showcase talent on a national stage while strengthening VMS distribution in small and mid-sized markets. We are proud to grow this show, this platform, and the communities of artists who deserve to be heard.”

Chris Reeves, VP of Programming at Local Radio Networks, added:
“PickleJar Up All Night is the kind of modern, fan-forward content we love to bring to our LRN affiliates. We are excited to add the show to our 24/7 programming portfolio and look forward to building future content together — this is only the beginning of where PickleJar and LRN are going.”

To learn more about LRN,
For syndication inquiries, please contact:
Kristian Barowsky – [email protected]
Gator Michaels – [email protected]
Donna Halverson - [email protected], 214-307-5086
Matt Caldaronello - [email protected], 661-414-7535
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ABOUT PICKLEJAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, INC. (OTCMKTS: PKLE)
PickleJar unlocks the potential of shared entertainment experiences through an integrated suite of software and services designed to inspire human creativity and enrich lives. Developed for an era of social commerce, we continuously work to advance tools to unify the touchpoints of Fan engagement with emerging Artists, mid-sized venues, and global brands. By embedding secure payment technology, data intelligence, and content distribution, PickleJar’s innovative Artist promotion programs, Venue Managed Services and wide range of mobile apps create a 360° view of how Fans and Patrons connect with the music and moments that matter most.
For more information, please visit www.picklejar.com.

ABOUT LOCAL RADIO NETWORKS
Local Radio Networks (LRN) is a leading provider of 24/7 radio programming and technology services, delivering 19 high-quality music formats and network content to over 850 stations across the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Indiana, LRN was built by broadcasters for broadcasting, combining LRN’s proprietary software and technology that seamlessly integrates with all major automation manufacturers worldwide. The company currently super serves over 850 affiliates nationwide, offering custom solutions that empower local stations to serve their audiences with compelling, community-focused programming. For more information, visit www.localradionetworks.com.

11/12/2025

PICKLEJAR AND LOCAL RADIO NETWORKS ANNOUNCE NATIONAL DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP

Collaboration Expands the Reach of “PickleJar Up All Night” and Lays the Foundation for New Syndicated Content

HOUSTON, TX – November 2025 – PickleJar Entertainment Group (OTCMKTS: PKLE), a leading Texas-based music and entertainment software company, today announced a new strategic broadcast partnership with Local Radio Networks (LRN) to serve as the national distribution partner for its flagship overnight country radio show, PickleJar Up All Night. This agreement expands PickleJar’s brand reach and audience engagement through an aggressive nationwide affiliate growth strategy.

Under the agreement, LRN will work closely with local and regional broadcast partners for their award-winning show, PickleJar Up All Night, broadcasting weeknights from Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by Katie Cook and Scott Gaines, PickleJar’s curated blend of artist stories, exclusive performances, and fan-driven interaction brings the energy and authenticity of Nashville’s country music scene to listeners everywhere. This partnership introduces new audience engagement features in the PickleJar Live App to new audiences across the LRN broadcast platform.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Local Radio Networks to take PickleJar Up All Night to stations across the country,” said Kristian Barowsky, President and Co-Founder of PickleJar Entertainment Group. “LRN’s infrastructure and broadcast expertise make them the ideal partner to help us deliver our vision of connecting artists, fans, and radio in new and meaningful ways.”

“Local Radio Networks is excited to work with PickleJar to syndicate Up All Night nationwide,” added Steve Swick, CEO of Local Radio Networks. “Together, we’ll create a new model for our Country music Format affiliates—one that combines PickleJar’s innovative platform with LRN’s proven ability to deliver high-quality 24/7 programming to local broadcasters.”

In addition to the national distribution of PickleJar Up All Night, PickleJar and LRN will partner to create additional engaging and entertaining content that reflects the evolving trends of Country music, continuing both companies’ commitment to innovation and collaboration within the Country radio industry.

09/24/2025

04/14/2025

Christian FM’s “Today’s Christian Music” (TCM) Signs with Local Radio Networks (LRN) as its Exclusive Delivery Platform and Affiliate Sales Partner

Nashville, TN – April 14, 2025 – Christian FM Media Group, which has 453 commercial and non-commercial affiliates across the country, has chosen Local Radio Networks (LRN) as its delivery platform and affiliate sales partner for its recently acquired Today’s Christian Music (TCM) the heritage 24/7 Contemporary Christian Format. TCM is currently heard on 102 radio stations across America and features America’s best-known and beloved Christian radio talent, including former “Fish” personalities Beth Bacall, Kim Fitz, Scott and Sam, and Kevin and Amy in mornings. LRN’s proprietary Radio Velocity Control Software (RVC) is an industry leader in 24/7 content delivery, with maximum localization content and control features, including the ability to choose market-exclusive radio hosts.

Jon Hamilton, President of Christian FM Media Group, said, “LRN’s unique ability to seamlessly integrate and deliver the format to most major automation systems is simply amazing, and we are thrilled to bring this ability to the Today’s Christian Music affiliates. For them it means no more filling satellite windows and having total control of their on-air sound.”

“We are delighted to partner with Jon and the Christian FM Media Group for distribution and affiliate sales of its TCM format,” stated Steve Swick, Chief Executive Officer of Local Radio Networks. “There is a demand for a well-programmed and -produced religious radio format, and with our RVC software technology, TCM affiliates get superior quality programming, as well as best-in-class delivery technology with unparalleled localization content and control features.”

“We’ve watched since 2015 the innovative team at LRN take 24/7 music format syndication to the next level,” Hamilton added. “The ability to choose hosts is an exceptionally outstanding feature that will give us the flexibility we need. Steve and company are leading the way.”

The LRN delivery software, Radio Velocity Control (RVC), is a proprietary VPN-based technology that delivers maximum control for customization and localization, far exceeding the limitations of outmoded satellite downlinks. Our technology is designed by radio broadcasters for radio broadcasting, is user-friendly, and integrates seamlessly into existing playout and automation systems with 100 percent redundancy, and flexible clocks with no mandatory fill positions.

Radio stations that would like more information on Today’s Christian Music may contact Donna Halverson, Vice President of Affiliate Sales, at [email protected] and 214-307-5087, or Matt Caldaronello, Vice President/Regional Affiliate Sales Manager at [email protected].

About Local Radio Networks (www.localradionetworks.com)
Local Radio Networks, Inc.is a limited liability company that provides eighteen unique 24/7 music formats for radio programming to small and medium market stations, helping them reduce operating costs and maximize localized content and control, super serving over 800-plus stations across the dial. Steve Swick is Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer. Will Mashione is Co-Founder and Chief Information Officer.

About Christian FM Media Group:
The Christian FM Media Group is America’s #1 syndicator of content to Christian music radio stations and serves 453 radio stations daily across multiple platforms. They represent the best-loved talent in Christian radio, including the Brant Hansen Show, Lisa Barry, Doug Hannah, and a dozen more.

Media Contact:
Renee Cassis
RC Communications Marketing
(646) 808-6505
[email protected]

04/03/2025

Local Radio Networks Mourns Passing of 40-Year 24/7 Music Format Executive Pat Crocker

Angola, Indiana – April 2, 2025 — It is with great sadness that Steve Swick, Chief Executive Officer of Local Radio Networks (LRN), announces the passing of 40-year radio veteran Patrick (Pat) Crocker, who died last night from a sudden heart attack while engaged in his second favorite passion, ice hockey. Pat joined LRN as Executive Vice President in 2019 after leaving Cumulus / Westwood One. He spearheaded the growth of LRN’s 24/7 music formats.

“Pat’s first passion was radio,” said Chad Seng CFO at LRN. “Pat helped countless radio stations find the right 24/7 music format solution to yield success in their market. To me, Pat was a personal friend and a colleague. Everyone at LRN and its affiliates will miss him. Our sincere heartfelt loss and prayers go out to his wife Teri and the entire Crocker family.”

Crocker’s radio career spanned almost 40 years, with experience in radio sales and management across local, national, network, and syndication. He spurred the growth of 24/7 music format affiliations at Local Radio Networks, as well as Jones Radio Networks, Dial Global, and Westwood One. During his career, he oversaw the consolidation of affiliate sales departments during several network mergers. Crocker began his career in media in St. Louis as a national ad sales representative and moved into local and national sales management at St. Louis iconic stations WIL-FM and KSHE-FM, as well as KALC-FM and KIMN-FM in Denver.

About Local Radio Networks (www.localradionetworks.com)

Local Radio Networks, Inc.is a limited liability company that provides eighteen unique 24/7 music formats for radio programming to small and medium market stations, helping them reduce operating costs and maximize localized content and control, super serving over 800-plus stations across the dial. Steve Swick is Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer. Will Mashione is Co-Founder and Chief Information Officer.


Media Contact:
Renee Cassis | RC Communications Marketing | (646) 808-6505 | [email protected]

Angola, Indiana – April 2, 2025 — It is with great sadness that Steve Swick, Chief Executive Officer of Local Radio Networks (LRN), announces the passing of 40-year radio veteran Patrick (Pat) Crocker, who died last night from a sudden heart attack while engaged in his second favorite passion, i...

03/31/2025

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