Podcast Radio Network’s “Podcast Radio” has added the ability for affiliates to program genre-specific programming blocks, while launching on Alpha Media Talk 1480 KAUS Austin MN.

KAUS is the first Podcast Radio affiliate featuring dedicated genre hours, including blocks of business, true crime, comedy, and music podcasts. The network is utilizing Local Radio Networks’ RVC platform to offer their programming for either specific dayparts or 24/7.

KAUS is currently carrying Podcast Radio programming weekdays from 6-8am, 11am-12pm, and 3pm to midnight as well as in multiple weekend timeslots.

Podcast Radio CEO Gerard Edwards said, “We are excited to have Podcast Radio on in Minnesota. Our genre-based scheduling allows us to offer something for every listener, while using the trusted radio format to connect audiences with the world of podcasts. Alpha Media has been an incredible partner, and we look forward to expanding our presence.”

KMG Networks CEO Gary Krantz, who oversees Podcast Radio’s US syndication said, We’re excited to expand our Alpha Media partnership in Minnesota. The genre-specific hours give stations flexibility as they can be moved around the schedule, while the variety blocks also bring the best of the diverse podcast world to radio using innovative formatting.”

Alpha Media Minnesota VP/Revenue Development Robert Mitheun added, “We’re excited to be the first in Minnesota to introduce Podcast Radio’s innovative format to our listeners. With its curated genre hours and top-tier content, this partnership offers something unique for everyone. Aside from the content, I found the Podcast Radio development team to be immensely accommodating. Their can-do attitude was refreshing.”

Alpha Media also utilizes some Podcast Radio programming in dayparts on 800 KREI Farmington, 1230 KWIX Moberly/92.5 KWIX-FM Cairo, and 1400 KJFF Festus MO as “Podcast Radio Missouri“.