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08/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/16/2024 10:08

“The BOB & TOM Show” Signs Multi-Year Deal with Westwood One

Iconic Comedic Morning Show Will Continue to Air on 17 Cumulus Media Stations, Extending Successful Broadcast Partnership of Over 25 Years

NEW YORK, NY, and INDIANAPOLIS, IN - August 15, 2024 - Cumulus Media'sWestwood OneandThe BOB & TOM Showannounce that they have entered into a long-term agreement to continue to syndicate the award-winning comedic morning radio show. As part of the renewed agreement, The BOB & TOM Show will continue to air on 17 of Cumulus Media's radio stations across the U.S., extending a successful broadcast partnership of over 25 years.

The iconic Radio Hall of Fame program is broadcast on over 100 affiliates in markets across the U.S. and is available to stations of all formats and market sizes exclusively through Westwood One, the largest audio network in the U.S.

"The BOB & TOM Show has been making Americans laugh each morning for more than 25 years," said Collin R. Jones, President of Westwood One and EVP, Corporate Strategy & Development for Cumulus Media. "It is an impressive achievement when a program can drive audience numbers and advertiser interest for a stretch this long. We at Westwood One are honored to continue our relationship with this exceptionally talented cast for years to come."

Tom Griswold, Host of The BOB & TOM Show, said: "We are truly pleased to continue working with our long-term partner Westwood One and with our incredible Cumulus Media affiliates. We have terrific teams here at The BOB & TOM Show and at Westwood One and look forward to entertaining listeners across the U.S. with the funniest morning content available. The radio party rolls on… turn it up!"

The BOB & TOM Show features an ensemble cast delivering an unpredictable blend of news, talk, sports, celebrity guests, in-studio musical performances, sketch comedy, and topical, sometimes irreverent, humor.

Many of The BOB & TOM Show's Cumulus Media affiliates have featured the morning show for multiple years. The Cumulus stations that will continue to air The BOB & TOM Show include:

  • Chicago, IL, WKQX-HD2  5 years
  • Cincinnati, OH, WOFX-FM  28 years
  • Peoria, IL, WGLO-FM  27 years
  • Stockton, CA, KHKK-FM  25 years
  • Saginaw, MI, WILZ-FM  25 years
  • Boise, ID, KKGL-FM  24 years
  • Erie, PA, WQHZ-FM  23 years
  • Colorado Springs, CO, KKFM-FM  20 years
  • Des Moines, IA, KGGO-FM  12 years
  • Pensacola, FL, WJTQ-FM  10 years
  • Savannah, GA, WIXV-FM  10 years
  • Topeka, KS, KDVV-FM  10 years
  • Lake Charles, LA, KKGB-FM  10 years
  • Green Bay, WI, WKRU-FM  6 years
  • Youngstown, OH, WYFM-FM  5 years
  • Wilmington, NC, WKXS-FM  5 years
  • Muskegon, MI, WLCS-FM  4 years

For more information about The BOB & TOM Show, visit: www.bobandtominfo.com or contact Stuart Greenblatt at [email protected] or at (212) 419-2946.

About The BOB & TOM Show

The BOB & TOM Show, exclusively distributed by Westwood One, is a favorite of millions and is one of the longest-running and highest-rated radio programs in America. Airing live weekday mornings from 6 am to 10 am Eastern on over 100 stations across the U.S., The BOB & TOM Show can also be heard worldwide on the American Forces Network. Inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame, The BOB & TOM Show can be heard on-air and online delivering an unpredictable blend of news, talk, sports, celebrity guests, in-studio musical performances, sketch comedy, and topical, sometimes irreverent, humor. For more information about The BOB & TOM Show, visit: www.bobandtominfo.com or contact Stuart Greenblatt at [email protected] or call (212) 419-2946.

About Westwood One

Westwood One, the national-facing arm of Cumulus Media (NSDQ: CMLS), offers iconic, nationally syndicated sports, news, and entertainment content to more than 250 million monthly listeners across an audio network of more than 9,800 affiliated broadcast radio stations as well as streaming and digital platforms. Westwood One is the largest audio network in America, home to premium content that defines the culture, including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, the AP, CBS Sports Radio, and the Academy of Country Music Awards. Westwood One also produces, distributes, markets, and sells podcasts for the Cumulus Podcast Network, which delivers on-demand access to America's leading icons of talk, sports celebrities, lifestyle personalities, and award-winning true-crime and entertainment shows. Westwood One connects listeners with their passions with big, bold voices on programs and platforms that have everyone listening. For more information, please visit westwoodone.com.

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