Uncanceled? Anthony Cumia Teases Return via WABC-AM Radio

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Radio legend Anthony Cumia was the OG Cancel Culture victim.

In 1998, Cumia and his radio co-host, Gregg “Opie” Hughes, were let go from their hit program due to a prank on April Fool’s Day that wrongfully claimed the death of Boston Mayor Tom Menino.

In 2002, the radio duo “Opie and Anthony” were fired once more due to a live broadcast stunt that involved two fans attempting to engage in sexual activities inside St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Lately, Cumia was fired from SiriusXM satellite radio in 2014 due to controversial tweets with racial undertones. This event led him to establish Compound Media later that same year, an online platform providing subscribers with content controlled by himself.

Currently, Cumia has announced his return to traditional radio broadcasting. This move serves as further evidence that society seems to be becoming less strict in its treatment of individuals who have previously been deemed “permanently” cancelled, much like President Donald Trump’s re-election suggests.

The broadcaster hinted at his upcoming New York reunion with WABC-AM on channel X. In the past, he was known for broadcasting on WNEW-FM during his “O and A” period.

Although the new job for Cumia isn’t finalized yet, WABC-AM hasn’t made an official confirmation about his arrival. However, he has been quite vocal about it through his CompoundCensored platform. In 2024, Cumia combined Compound Media with Censored.TV.

This past week, Cumia discussed a forthcoming agreement at his workplace, although he was unable to disclose further information. He also mentioned feeling ostracized from the industry, and how his role at WABC-AM helped improve this situation.

On his talk show yesterday, Cumia stated, “They claim it’s insignificant, just like AM radio. They say radio is obsolete.” However, he countered, “That’s not the real story.

He lauded WABC-AM radio’s ratings and management style.

He stated that they are fully aware of the public’s preferences, likening the station to his previous satellite companies. “In essence, it’s similar to SiriusXM,” he said, “where they hire popular celebrities from Hollywood, yet these stars may lack experience in creating engaging programs.

He mentioned that his prospective employer is quite traditional, reminiscent of old-time radio broadcasts. What he means is they’re highly competitive and aim to create a significant impact, causing quite a stir.

The radio host announced that he’ll carry on with his weekday program on CensoredChannel, in addition to his new job.

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As a fervent observer, I find it heartening to note the gradual shift in the cultural landscape, signified by the terrestrial radio return of a vibrant personality like Cumia. His distinctive, uncensored approach to broadcasting was once deemed unfit for radio, as evidenced by his dismissal in 2014 following a heated exchange with a woman in New York. Yet, today, it seems that the tides are turning, and we’re seeing more acceptance for unique voices like his.

In simpler terms, during a potential second term for Trump, Cumia’s conservative views might hold more influence than they did previously.

On his potential WABC-AM program, Cumia must adhere to FCC regulations, which is not a requirement for his shows on CompoundCensored.

If someone assumed that the broadcaster has been holding back recently, they should reconsider. His broadcasts contain remarks that some might find controversial or questionable. It seems that the management at WABC-AM is not planning to terminate him prior to his arrival.

The culture is changing.

As a seasoned movie critic, I’ve noticed that Anthony Cumia’s comedic approach, marked by sharp elbows and unapologetic wit, continues to stay true to its roots. On the other hand, Howard Stern, a long-time radio rival, has noticeably shifted his stance towards progressive views and softened his “shock jock” persona.

Currently airing on WABC-AM are personalities such as Bill O’Reilly, Rita Cosby, Mark Levin, and Sid Rosenberg, who followed in the footsteps of New York radio legend Bob Grant.

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2025-02-28 18:03