According to AllAccess, former reporter/producer Amanda Cupido has been tapped as the Director of Talk & Talent at Global News Radio 640 Toronto.
Cupido worked at crosstown rival NEWSTALK 1010. She also authored a book on podcasting titled, “Let’s Talk Podcasting: The Essential Guide to Doing it Right.”
“I’m so excited to be joining this incredibly talented team,” Cupido said in a statement. “Audio storytelling is the backbone of humanity and right now we have the opportunity to push the boundaries of the medium and think beyond.”
Global News Radio 640 Toronto and is now owned by Global News’ parent company Corus Entertainment, one of the largest media companies in Canada.
“Amanda is one of the most respected audio storytellers in Canada,” said Gifford. “With her experience in radio, podcast, as an entrepreneur and educator, she has become a thought leader, a champion, and a disrupter in the audio space.”
Gifford added that he looks forward to having Cupido’s expertise and “fresh perspective.”
