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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."

Beasley Media Group Names iHeartMedia Exec Kevin LeGrett as Chief Business Officer

“I’m excited to join Beasley Media Group at such an exciting time."

Connoisseur Media Names Sommer Frisk Market Manager in Palm Springs, Regional Manager in Salt Lake City/Alaska

“Sommer’s leadership, passion for local media, and her ability to connect with communities make her an ideal addition to the Connoisseur family.”

Bleav Announces Jonathan Dianora as VP of Sales and Revenue Operations

Dianora joins after previously serving as the Director of Revenue Partnerships for CNN Audio and Warner Bros. Discovery.

What ESPN Gets Wrong — and Almost Gets Right — With Streaming Ads

There was some improvement, but three advertisers were allowed to pummel me with frequencies beyond what any normal viewer should endure.

Music Radio Needs More QBs Like Josh Allen Who Credit the Team

Traditional media needs to excel now more than ever, and we need great leaders to take us into the future. We need to encourage and inspire those on the way up.

Median Age of First Time Podcast Listener is 35, New Edison Research Data Shows

"Half of first-years may be under the age of 35, but that also means half are over 35. That’s a healthy sign that the medium appeals to everyone."

Why Radio Needs to Embrace the Fractional Workforce

“We tried consultants before and it didn’t work.” Then you hired advisors, not executors. Fractional works because it stays in the system long enough to adjust, learn, and deliver.

Connoisseur Media, Super Hi-Fi Partner for AI Radio Platform Operating System

In addition to the new partnership, Super Hi-Fi has also announced that Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw will be joining its Board of Directors.

Podtrac Updates Podcast Ranking Metrics By Including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Views

The MeidasTouch Podcast took the top spot in the Multi-Channel Podcast rankings, propelled by its popularity on YouTube and with clips posted to TikTok and YouTube.

The Real Stakes of the Cumulus–Nielsen Antitrust Battle

In my view, for the sake of the industry and its future, Nielsen needs to relent, but I can’t see this happening while the company is owned by private equity.

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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."