CNN Radio will cease producing programming today as the company has shut down its radio division.
In a press statement CNN said, “The company completed a review of its radio business and has made the decision to cease production of CNN Radio podcasts, effective immediately.” Around 12 staffers are affected by the move, although a few will reportedly be reassigned in the company.
CNN Radio ceased producing newscasts for radio stations on April 1, 2012 when its syndication agreement with Dial Global ran out and was replaced by NBC News. At the time CNN planned to still “continue to create original audio news content for other distribution channels including CNN Newsource, the CNN Wire and CNN.com, plus Web and mobile applications.” In March CNN sued Dial Global for breach of contract over failure to make its final two payments to CNN.
Just learned: Bad news. CNN has decided to end CNN Radio, I have just learned. Unclear what this means for me exactly. On phone call now.
— Lisa Desjardins (@LisaDCNN) June 25, 2013
LAST DAY for CNN RADIO broadcast = today. Last day for staff = Friday.
— Lisa Desjardins (@LisaDCNN) June 25, 2013
CNN Radio is closing its doors. It's been a tremendous 13 years for me. Very proud to have been associated with such a quality company.
— Jim Roope (@jimroopeCNN) June 25, 2013
