Cumulus Media Inc. - CMLS STOCK NEWS

Cumulus Media (CMLS) launches America in the Morning podcast on the Cumulus Podcast Network, offering up-to-the-minute news reports from around the country and across the globe, with the latest overnight developments in business, breaking news, politics, sports, entertainment, and weather. The podcast drops a new episode each morning and is available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announced that The Ed Mylett Show will join the Cumulus Podcast Network. The show features interviews with peak performers from various industries, aiming to inspire listeners to become their best selves. Ed Mylett, a renowned business leader and peak performance expert, hosts the show and drops new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces the addition of BiggerPockets, the leading real estate investing network, to the Cumulus Podcast Network. BiggerPockets offers six podcasts with over four million monthly downloads, including the #1-ranked BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast. The network provides tools, education, and support for real estate investors, with hosts David Greene and Rob Abasolo sharing their expertise and experiences in real estate investing.

CUMULUS MEDIA’s (NASDAQ: CMLS) Westwood One to Present Exclusive Coverage of Army-Navy Football Game

Cumulus Media (CMLS) extends Dan Bongino's contract to host 'The Dan Bongino Show' on Westwood One and his podcasts on the Cumulus Podcast Network for multiple years. The show has tripled station affiliations in just over two years, now boasting 356 affiliates and airing in nine of the top 10 US markets. The podcast has seen well over 200 million downloads this year, making it a perennial Top Ten in Apple's News category ranking. The show has also been downloaded more than 350 million times on Rumble and was one of the most requested podcasts on Alexa devices this year.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) appoints Collin Jones as President of Westwood One, effective January 1, 2024. Jones will oversee Westwood One, the largest audio network in America, and the top-rated Cumulus Podcast Network. He brings a deep understanding of the company and is well-prepared to harness the full power of the platform to help Westwood One grow. Jones succeeds Suzanne Grimes, who decided to embark on the next chapter of her career after eight years. Under Grimes' leadership, the company launched the top-rated Cumulus Podcast Network, built the multi-platform Westwood One News/Talk franchise, and established the industry-leading Audio Active Group. Jones, who joined Cumulus Media in 2011, is responsible for leading the Company’s strategy, corporate development, and investor relations efforts. He has led the Company through several strategic transactions and growth initiatives, including the acquisition of Westwood One in 2013. Additionally, he oversees IncentRev, the Company’s e-commerce and daily deal platform. Jones is the National Association of Broadcasters Radio Board Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Radio Music License Committee.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announced the implementation of Barometer to provide brand suitability and safety measurement across the Cumulus Podcast Network. This AI engine analyzes podcast content and reports on content suitability based on the GARM framework and contextual targets in alignment with the IAB content taxonomy 3.0. Marketers and media agencies can now review podcasts to ensure they meet their brand’s safety and suitability standards, while brands can monitor their ad-buys during and after campaigns to uphold their standards. The adoption of independent, third-party brand-safety measurement aims to drive advertiser confidence in the podcast industry, which represents 61% of U.S. podcast revenue. The implementation of Barometer is designed to address the growing need for third-party podcast brand safety and suitability tools to ensure brands show up in safe environments, as stated by industry experts and company executives.

CUMULUS MEDIA's Westwood One (CMLS) will present exclusive national audio play-by-play coverage of six NFL games over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, including Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Sunday night, and Monday night. This will feature the NFL's first-ever Black Friday game at 2:30 p.m. ET as the Miami Dolphins meet the New York Jets. The game will be called by Ian Eagle (play-by-play) and recently retired defensive backs and twin brothers Jason McCourty and Devin McCourty (analysts).

Cumulus Media announces the launch of Hello Rossipes, a new weekly cooking podcast hosted by Ross Mathews and Bethie Hungerford. The show will feature Mathews' healthy recipes and their mutual obsession with food. Launching on November 8, the podcast will showcase their favorite recipes and include lively conversation.