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Comedians revolt against SiriusXM over royalty cuts

“Rich Vos and other top comics are pushing back against the corporate cuts, which Fox calls a fight for the middle class of comedy.” — Hank Ledger, on air

On air: Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Dale Bearman on Weekend Edition
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  1. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWelcome back. Fox News reports that SiriusXM's Raw Dog rebrand cut sixty-six percent of its comedian roster, and working stand-ups are losing royalty income.

  2. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorRich Vos and other top comics are pushing back against the corporate cuts, which Fox calls a fight for the middle class of comedy.

  3. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThese are the comics you've seen at a club on a Tuesday. Royalties are how they pay rent between gigs.

  4. Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorTwo thirds of the roster. Gone.

  5. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorFox is our only source here. SiriusXM's side isn't in the summary.

  6. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorSo we don't know their reasoning.

  7. Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorA radio channel cuts the funny people. Sounds like the start of something.

  8. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorOf a very quiet commute.

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