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Cumulus Media Releases Statement On Greg Papa Departure From KNBR

"We’re not able to comment on the specifics of his departure, but we want to be clear about this: our respect and gratitude for everything Greg has given to KNBR, its listeners, and its team runs deep."

Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Magellan AI, iHeartMedia Strike Deal for Radio Advertising Attribution

“Our expanded partnership with iHeartMedia brings broadcast radio into the same attribution framework as digital audio and other media, giving brands a more complete view of campaign performance.”

Libsyn Adds Spotify Video Capability For All Creators

"We believe the platforms that win in this next era of podcasting won’t be the ones that limit access – they’ll be the ones that empower creators at scale.”

Cumulus Sees 12% Revenue Decline During 2026’s First Quarter

The company's network radio revenue fell just under 25% during the first quarter.

White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Tests Broadcast Journalists Under Pressure

It's a rare case when press people become subject, storyteller, and potential victims at once. But it shouldn't be the case.

Why The Wall Street Journal’s Gunjan Banerji is Betting on The Money Interview

"The strategy behind it is really distinctive, and I'm really proud of how we are approaching launching a new show."

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez: Review of Disney Licenses a ‘Political Stunt’

Those licenses were not up for renewal until 2028.

FCC Preparing Challenge to Disney’s O&O TV Licenses

The potential review comes after both President Donald Trump and the First Lady have called for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired for his monologue last week.

Spotify Revenue Increases 14% During 2026’s 1st Quarter

It also saw a 9% increase in premium subscribers during the first three months of 2026.

Radio Personalities Are Why People Listen — So Why Does the Industry Keep Cutting Them?

Whether radio leaders want this to be true or not, the data is unambiguous: in radio, people are the commodity. Listeners want entertainment. They want connection. They want it for free.

Triton Digital, Nielsen Strike Deal for Collaborative Podcast Measurement

"We’re unlocking the value and capabilities podcasts deliver in a modern media plan.” 

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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Kennedy Elsey Wins 2026 MIW Airblazer Award

"Female radio personalities continue shaping broadcast media's future."