Controversial Radio Host Anthony Cumia Returns With National Syndication

Anthony Cumia, known for antisemitic and racist remarks, launches a new show on WABC, sparking syndication interest despite his history of inflammatory content.

• Anthony Cumia, previously fired for a racist tirade, has returned to mainstream radio with a new show on New York's WABC.
• Cumia's social media posts include antisemitic and racist remarks, Holocaust jokes, and support for white supremacist figures like Nick Fuentes.
• WABC's parent company, Red Apple Media, has announced plans to syndicate Cumia's show nationally, citing strong interest from other stations.
• Cumia’s return highlights AM radio's role as a platform for conservative and far-right voices, with WABC leveraging this trend to grow its audience.
• Critics, including Cumia's former co-host, have raised concerns about his history of hate speech and questioned the decision to give him a national platform.

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