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Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has announced a partnership with political news network The Bulwark, enabling Cumulus to monetize and distribute all existing and upcoming podcasts from The Bulwark. This agreement also marks the first time The Bulwark's shows will be monetized. Key podcasts involved include The Bulwark Podcast, Beg to Differ, The Focus Group, and The Bulwark Goes to Hollywood. Cumulus aims to leverage this partnership to capitalize on significant audience growth, especially during an upcoming election cycle.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) will host a conference call on February 23rd at 4:30 PM ET to discuss its Q4 and full-year 2021 operating results. A press release summarizing these results will be available at approximately 4:00 PM ET the same day. Participants can register for the call via a provided link, with access details sent post-registration. The call will also be live-streamed on the company's investor relations website and available for replay shortly after its conclusion. Investors are encouraged to join by calling in advance to ensure connectivity.

Westwood One, the official radio partner of the NFL, announces doubleheader coverage for the AFC and NFC Championship Games on January 30, 2022. The broadcast begins at 2:00 p.m. ET, featuring the Cincinnati Bengals versus the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship, followed by the San Francisco 49ers against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship at 6:15 p.m. ET. Scott Graham will host the pregame and postgame shows. Listeners can tune in via nearly 500 radio stations, SiriusXM, and NFL Game Pass.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has released its latest NCAA Men’s Basketball Listening Report, revealing that 33 million people tune in each season via Westwood One. Notably, 59% of the NCAA audience aged 18-34 listens through this platform, surpassing linear television viewership. The audio coverage enhances advertising strategies, providing incremental reach of 19% and frequency for NCAA TV campaigns. Westwood One's broadcasts include over 350 hours of live basketball, catering to diverse fans through multiple platforms.

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One is set to broadcast all six NFL Super Wild Card Playoff games from January 15 to January 17, 2022. This includes two games on Saturday, three on Sunday, and the first-ever Monday night playoff game. Hosted by notable sports broadcasters, the coverage can be accessed nationwide on nearly 500 radio stations, SiriusXM, and NFL Game Pass. Westwood One continues its tradition as the exclusive radio partner for the NFL, broadcasting every postseason game leading up to Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022.

Cumulus Media is set to launch a new evening show titled “Eliott & Nina” on January 17, 2022. The show will air weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 midnight, targeting young adults with contemporary hits and engaging content. Hosted by Eliott and Nina, both experienced radio professionals, the show aims to redefine nighttime CHR with humor and cultural relevance. Cumulus Media's Westwood One offers this nationally syndicated program, contributing to its extensive reach across 7,300 affiliated radio stations.

Cumulus Media's Dallas radio stations raised $1,767,990 for DFW Metroplex charities in 2021, significantly supporting local non-profits through various events and promotions. Key fundraising initiatives included the Country for the Kids Radiothon, which raised $630,000 for Cook Children’s Medical Center, and WBAP’s Christmas is Caring Radiothon, which generated over $212,000 for the Denton State Supported Living Center. The company demonstrates a commitment to community engagement and charity, highlighting the efforts of its staff and listeners.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) has appointed Jared Merves as Senior Vice President, Digital, effective January 18, 2022. Merves will enhance the company’s digital strategy to drive revenue across various platforms. With over 15 years of experience in digital revenue growth, he previously served as Chief Revenue Officer for Distributed Media Lab. CEO Mary Berner expressed confidence in Merves' ability to propel the company’s digital initiatives forward, emphasizing the critical role of digital in Cumulus Media's business strategy.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announced that WNBM-FM will transition to WFAS-FM, TALK FM 103.9, starting January 3, 2022. This change will create the only all-talk FM station in the New York metropolitan area. Programming will be provided by Westwood One, featuring prominent shows like The Dan Bongino Show and The Ben Shapiro Show. The station's signal will extend into key areas of New York City and beyond, enhancing reach to listeners and offering new advertising opportunities in the largest DMA in the U.S.