Longtime Tampa sports radio host Steve Duemig announced Saturday that he’s involved in a battle with brain cancer. The “Big Dog” as he’s affectionately known by his audience, is off the air while handling his health issues.
Duemig’s tumors are said to be inoperable, but treatment options are available. Duemig reminded his fans that he hasn’t been given a death sentence, and he’s committed to fighting the disease and returning to his familiar spot in afternoons on WDAE 620AM.
Upon hearing of Duemig’s situation, former Tampa Bay Bucs media relations rep Jonathan Grella sent out a supportive tweet with the hashtag #dogstrong. The saying has since turned into a rallying cry for Duemig supporters on social media.
BSM wishes Duemig a speedy recovery.
*** Credit to Joe Bucs Fan who first reported this story
Jason Barrett is the President and Founder of Barrett Media since the company was created in September 2015. Prior to its arrival, JB served as a sports radio programmer, launching brands such as 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He also spent time programming SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Jason also worked on-air and behind the scenes in local radio at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years on the national stage, producing radio shows for ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT. Among them included the Dan Patrick Show, and GameNight.
You can find JB on Twitter @SportsRadioPD. He’s also reachable by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
