KLOS-FM Fires Hosts Kevin Ryder and Doug Roberts

Kevin Ryder and Doug 'Sluggo' Roberts were fired from KLOS-FM on September 6, coinciding with the station's launch of a 'Where’s Kevin?' marketing campaign. Ryder humorously revealed his dismissal in an Instagram video, highlighting the irony of the campaign while expressing disappointment over his exit. Both hosts had previously worked together at KROQ, where Ryder was a staple for over three decades before being let go in 2020. The firings come amidst significant budget cuts at Meruelo Media, which has been restructuring its local stations, having already dismissed several midday hosts this year. Ryder expressed hope that the stations would be sold to someone who values their legacy, amid rumors of Meruelo seeking to divest its radio properties. Fans reacted strongly on social media, criticizing KLOS for its handling of the situation and expressing concern over the future of the station.