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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."

Nielsen Names Peter Naylor First-Ever Chief Client Officer

"He knows what consumers and clients want - and need - as behaviors continue to evolve. We can’t wait to keep building with him and our partners.”

Mike McVay, Kelly Orchard Partner For Radio-Related Book on Mental Health

“People in our industry are facing more than ratings pressure; they’re facing uncertainty, stress, and burnout. Kelly’s approach connects those realities to real, actionable tools.”

Stingray To Acquire TuneIn in $175 Million Deal, Expanding Global Digital Audio Reach

"This aligns perfectly with our strategy to meet listeners wherever they are — at home, in the car, or at retail locations"

Salem Media Group Reports 13% Revenue Decline During 2025’s 3rd Quarter

The company reported a net loss of $2.3 million during the quarter.

iHeartMedia Reports 1.1% Revenue Decline During 2025’s 3rd Quarter

Podcast revenue grew 22% to $140 million, while digital revenue not including podcasts was up 8% to $202 million.

Why TV Ratings Challenges for Nielsen Could Have Major Implications in the Radio Space

If Nielsen loses some national TV clients or is forced to lower rates in the face of stiff competition from VideoAmp, comScore, or other companies, it may look for more revenue on the audio side.

Beasley Media Group Reports 12.4% Revenue Decline During 2025’s 3rd Quarter

Digital revenue represented 25% of the overall net revenue for Beasley Media Group.

Townsquare Media Reports 7.4% Revenue Decline in 2025’s 3rd Quarter

Broadcast revenue was the main driver of the revenue downturn.

HD Radio Still Sucks — And I Still Want It Anyway

Turns out I’m one of those guys — the ones filling the comments on Facebook radio groups with “back in my day” stuff.

Saga Communications Reports 1.8% Revenue Decline During 2025’s 3rd Quarter

A large portion of that decline can be tied to the lack of political advertising in 2025.

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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."