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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."

Boomer Esiason Becomes Longest Running Morning Show Host in WFAN History

"I don’t feel like I’ve been here that long, because I enjoy coming here every single day and working with you guys."

Los Angeles Kings Reportedly Staying On FanDuel Sports Network West Next Season

"According to a report by The Sports Business Journal, the arrangement covers the remainder of the current season and extends through next year, including coverage of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs."

Why Drake Toll Is Sports Radio’s Most Unconventional Rising Star With Westwood One Sports

"Success is defined by community. It’s not ad revenue, social media clicks, or pay for play insights. It’s community. To me in my personal life, I know that success for me is rooted in community."

ESPN Has Found A New Quarterback in Pat McAfee

"McAfee didn’t just host a show during the opening of NFL free agency. He hosted the show. The show where insiders broke news, analysts delivered context, and fans turned first. That’s not just good programming. That’s positioning."

AEW Announces the Launch of New MyAEW Digital Platform

"Kiswe has set the standard for digital content across all forms of sports and entertainment, and we are proud to have AEW alongside other leaders in this space as we continue to evolve the platform and best serve fans around the world."

Stephen A. Smith Ends Speculation About Potential 2028 Presidential Run

"I don’t think I’m running either because I’ve got to give up my money."

LSU Athletics Announce Multi-Year Extension With Guaranty Media

"Extending this partnership with Guaranty Media means our fans will continue to have consistent, reliable access to LSU Athletics in Baton Rouge and across the state."

Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy: Tom Brady Has An Agenda Against the New England Patriots

"Thank you for your Super Bowls — you’re just a guy. Go play your flag football game and go be in a million different ads. I don’t need you in my life anymore, and you don’t need us."

ESPN Signs Several Ex-Washington Post Sports Reporters

"The hires follow a major restructuring inside The Washington Post that led to the closure of the newspaper’s longtime standalone sports section."

ESPN Announces Multi-Year Extension With the Southern Conference

"This agreement ensures the accomplishments of SoCon student-athletes and member institutions continue reaching audiences across our platforms."

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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."