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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."

97.1 The Ticket Adds Heather Park To Mornings

97.1 The Ticket in Detroit continues to make moves. After previously announcing the addition of Kyle Bogenschultz to evenings, the radio station has brought...

Why Is ESPN Obsessed With Its Political Perception?

In the business of sports radio, we love dramatic stories that linger and provide countless opportunities to reach viewers, listeners, and readers. Whether it's...

Greg Papa Signs Contract Extension At 95.7 The Game

95.7 The Game in San Francisco has retained one of its most popular personalities. Greg Papa, who hosts middays with Bonta Hill, and doubles as...

WFNZ Inks Chris Kroeger To Contract Extension

Charlotte sports radio station 102.5/610 The Fan WFNZ has signed afternoon host Chris Kroeger to a multi year contract extension. The talented sports talker...

The Detroit Pistons Return To 97.1 The Ticket

The Detroit Pistons are returning to 97.1 The Ticket. The two sides have struck a multi-year deal to begin airing the team's games on the...

BSM Podcast Episode 14: Freddie Coleman – ESPN Radio

LaVar Ball's interview on "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" created mixed reactions across the sports media industry. Some rose to the defense of the...

Will Audiences Pay For Local Sports Radio Digital Content?

The interest in sports radio programming continues to soar across the globe. But is that appetite for sports audio content strong enough to expect local audiences...

BSM Podcast Episode 13: Ric Bucher – Bleacher Report & Mad Dog Sports Radio

The NAB Show took place in Las Vegas a few weeks ago, and one session which created some industry noise was "Today in Podcasting...

Radio’s Illness Is Its Public Perception

To borrow a line from Clark Griswold, "Where's The Tylenol?" If you've invested time reading the headlines about the radio business lately, chances are you...

BSM Podcast Episode 12: Michael McCarthy & Bryan Curtis

One week after terminating an estimated 100 on-air employees, ESPN has been the topic of conversation in every sports media circle. Jason recaps the...

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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."