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Cumulus Media Inc. (OTCQB: CMLS) generates a steady stream of news across broadcast radio, national audio networks, and digital podcasting. As an audio-first media company, its announcements often highlight programming changes, talent signings, sports rights coverage, financial results, and corporate governance updates. This news page aggregates coverage so readers can see how Cumulus Media’s strategy and content offerings evolve over time.
Recent news items feature developments at Westwood One, Cumulus Media’s national audio network business, including the unveiling of a 24/7 sports talk lineup and the appointment of an Executive Director to oversee around-the-clock sports programming. Other releases detail Westwood One Sports’ live play-by-play coverage of NFL Wild Card Weekend as the official network audio partner of the NFL, underscoring the company’s long-running role in major sports audio rights.
Cumulus Media’s digital and podcast initiatives also drive headlines. The Cumulus Podcast Network has announced partnerships with the Shots Podcast Network and "Insight with Chris Van Vliet," as well as the relaunch of The Dan Bongino Show as a two-hour daily podcast. These stories show how the company expands its presence in creator-led entertainment, professional wrestling interviews, and opinion-driven talk content.
Investors and industry followers will also find regulatory and financial updates, such as quarterly operating results and Form 8-K filings, along with governance news like the appointment of Carol Flaton to the Board of Directors. By following this CMLS news feed, readers can track programming moves, talent additions, sports coverage plans, and key financial disclosures that shape Cumulus Media’s position in the radio networks and digital audio landscape.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces its 50th Super Bowl broadcast with Westwood One, covering Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023. The network will feature play-by-play from Kevin Harlan and analysis by Kurt Warner, alongside other prominent sports figures. Coverage will start at 2:00 p.m. ET and includes pregame, halftime, and postgame shows. The broadcast will be available on around 600 radio stations, SiriusXM, and via NFL platforms, reaching over 56 million listeners each season. This event marks Westwood One's 36th consecutive year as the NFL's official audio broadcast partner.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has launched a new audio series, Your Music First, across 47 Country radio stations in the U.S., starting with Thomas Rhett’s new single, Angels (Don’t Always Have Wings). This multi-week series aims to provide fans with exclusive insights from artists about their songs, enhancing music curation. Greg Frey, VP of Music Partnerships, emphasized the program's unique approach to connecting listeners with new music. The series will feature up to six artist segments per format throughout 2023, highlighting the collaboration with Big Machine Label Group and aiming to elevate listener engagement.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) will hold a conference call on February 23, 2023, at 8:30 AM ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2022 operating results, with a press release available at 8:00 AM ET. Interested participants must register via a provided link, with an invitation sent post-registration, including access details. The call will also be accessible live on the company's investor relations website and will be recorded for later access. Cumulus Media engages a wide audience with over 405 radio stations and offers nationally syndicated content, including sports and entertainment programming.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) through its Westwood One network will deliver live coverage of the NFL Conference Championship games on January 29, 2023. Coverage begins at 2:00 p.m. ET with the NFC Championship Game featuring the San Francisco 49ers against the Philadelphia Eagles, followed by the AFC Championship Game with the Cincinnati Bengals facing the Kansas City Chiefs at 6:30 p.m. ET. The broadcasts will be accessible across approximately 500 radio stations nationwide, as well as on digital platforms including SiriusXM and the NFL App. The winners will advance to Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has unveiled a study revealing that NFL postseason AM/FM radio listeners are a more engaged consumer group compared to TV audiences. This first-of-its-kind analysis, based on 2022 data from Nielsen Scarborough USA+ and MRI Simmons USA, shows that these listeners not only work full-time but also possess higher disposable incomes. They exhibit greater engagement in sports, attending more events and utilizing mobile platforms for sports information. Importantly, radio listeners are more inclined to make significant purchases, such as vehicles or financial services, boosting advertising effectiveness.
Cumulus Media recently broadcast an interview with former President Donald Trump on The Mark Levin Show. During the January 12, 2023 episode, Trump commented on the discovery of classified documents at the residences of President Joe Biden and emphasized that his own documents at Mar-A-Lago were well-guarded. He suggested that more documents would surface in Delaware and criticized Biden for possessing documents without authority. Trump also addressed his recently released tax returns, calling the process unfair. The interview showcases Levin's influence in conservative media, airing across nearly 400 stations.
Cumulus Media's Westwood One will broadcast all six playoff games of the NFL Super Wild Card Playoffs from January 14th to January 16th, 2023. As the official network radio partner of the NFL, Westwood One will provide live coverage, including pregame, halftime, and postgame shows hosted by Scott Graham and Rich Eisen. The schedule features key matchups, with broadcasts available on approximately 500 radio stations, SiriusXM, NFL+, and the NFL App. This coverage extends through to the Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announced the launch of new programming featuring conservative commentator Rich Valdés. The live radio show “Rich Valdés America at Night” will air weeknights from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. ET, replacing the long-running Jim Bohannon Show. Valdés aims to engage listeners with a mix of news, entertainment, and a town hall format. Additionally, Valdés’ existing podcast This is America will be integrated into the Cumulus Podcast Network. This expansion reflects Cumulus Media's commitment to delivering diverse programming across its platforms.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has appointed Steve Gorman, former drummer of The Black Crowes, as the new On-Air Host for the KQ Morning Show at Minneapolis’ KQRS-FM, starting January 9, 2023. Gorman will continue to host his nationally syndicated radio show, Steve Gorman Rocks!, which airs weeknights. Gorman's extensive background in music and radio aims to enhance the station’s programming, with management expressing excitement over his addition to the team.
On December 19, 2022, Dan Bongino hosted a live interview with former President Donald Trump on The Dan Bongino Show. The interview coincided with the January 6 Committee's final meeting to vote on criminal referrals for Trump. Trump described the January 6 Committee as a "kangaroo court," emphasizing that the focus of his speech was the election and perceived fraud. The show is part of a live broadcast on Cumulus Media's Westwood One, airing Monday to Friday from 12 to 3 p.m. ET.