"To be honest, I wasn’t blindsided, I had slowly been pushed out for months, if not longer. This wasn’t due to a lack of performance, professionalism, skill or talent. However, segments, assignments and opportunities were being taken from me constantly with no explanation."
"I couldn't tell you one way or the other if I'm definitely going to be back on daily radio. Or even if I want to be back on daily radio because it is a industry right now that is under extreme turmoil and volatility."
In lieu of flowers, Lombardo's family has asked that donations be made to the newly created Phillip J. Lombardo Memorial Fund, established by the Broadcasters Foundation to honor the legendary executive's work in the field.
"I think the newspaper industry speaks for itself. And what I’m focused on is ensuring that broadcasters have the ability, when audiences are cord-cutting, to ensure viable revenue streams."
Audacy stations will now have the ability to simulcast CBS News television broadcasts, including 60 Minutes, Face The Nation with Margaret Brennan, and CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell.
"To be honest, I wasn’t blindsided, I had slowly been pushed out for months, if not longer. This wasn’t due to a lack of performance, professionalism, skill or talent. However, segments, assignments and opportunities were being taken from me constantly with no explanation."
"I couldn't tell you one way or the other if I'm definitely going to be back on daily radio. Or even if I want to be back on daily radio because it is a industry right now that is under extreme turmoil and volatility."