Observed Signal · Jul 8, 2026 · Hiring · Source: Meedia · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Jost Wenzel Named Program Director at Radio Regenbogen
Jost Wenzel has been appointed program director (Programmchef) of Radio Regenbogen in Mannheim, replacing Daniel Stupp. Stupp left Audiotainment Südwest citing "differing views on the future strategic direction of the programme." Wenzel, 53, most recently worked as a Radio & Audio Consultant; he ran the program at R.SA (Regiocast) from 2022–2025 and previously held roles at RTL Audio Center Berlin, Energy Deutschland and Kiss FM. Audiotainment Südwest is responsible for production and strategic development of Radio Regenbogen and other stations including bigFM, RPR1. and Rock FM. Radio Regenbogen is described as the largest private radio station in Baden-Württemberg. The article was published on 2026-07-08.
Regional personnel change at a private radio broadcaster; relevant for broadcast and media communities but has limited direct impact on the broader AdTech/MarTech industry.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Jost Wenzel appointed program director of Radio Regenbogen (Mannheim).
- Daniel Stupp left Audiotainment Südwest due to "differing views on the future strategic direction of the programme."
- Wenzel served as Radio & Audio Consultant and led the program at R.SA (Regiocast) from 2022 to 2025.
- Audiotainment Südwest handles production and strategic development for Radio Regenbogen, bigFM, RPR1. and Rock FM.
- Radio Regenbogen is the highest-reach private radio station in Baden-Württemberg.
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