Kansas City’s KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM and 710AM Named New Radio Affiliate for Mizzou Athletics
6/12/2026 9:15:00 AM | General
Expanded Mizzou coverage will also air on KCMO’s newly announced Topeka simulcast affiliate and across KCMO’s digital platforms.
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Cumulus Media, Mizzou Athletics and Learfield's Central Bank Tiger Network have reached an agreement to make KCMO Talk Radio 95.7 FM and 710 AM the new radio home for Mizzou starting this fall. This agreement will expand the presence of Mizzou Athletics across Kansas City and beyond, with Mizzou sports coverage also airing in Topeka via Cumulus Media's newly announced simulcast affiliate, 102.9 KTOP-FM.
In addition to broadcast coverage on KCMO Talk Radio and KTOP-FM, fans will be able to access Mizzou Athletics programming through the KCMO Talk Radio mobile app, online streaming platforms, station websites and exclusive Tigers interviews and content on KCMO via podcast distribution channels, extending the reach of Tiger Athletics beyond traditional radio and providing fans with access wherever they are.
"KCMO Talk Radio is proud to be the new home of the Missouri Tigers in Kansas City and Topeka," said Pete Mundo, Program Director, KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM and 710AM, "With Mizzou competing in the SEC, the premier conference in college sports, we're excited to bring that energy to our listeners. From live game broadcasts and coaches' shows to exclusive interviews and regular conversation, we're committed to making Tigers athletics a core part of KCMO Talk Radio and building a true home for Mizzou fans across Kansas City and Topeka."
KCMO Talk Radio will serve as the exclusive broadcast radio home for Mizzou football, men's basketball and women's basketball in Kansas City and just announced simulcast affiliate KTOP-FM in Topeka, which will also air Mizzou coverage. Live coverage of games and Tiger Talk coaches' shows allow fans to follow the action throughout the season in Kansas City on 95.7 FM, on Topeka simulcast affiliate 102.9 KTOP-FM, and with expanded regional reach on 710 AM.
"Kansas City is one of the most impactful markets for our university and our fan base, and this partnership represents an important opportunity to expand the reach of Mizzou Athletics," Mizzou Director of Athletics Laird Veatch said. "This partnership with Cumulus Media and KCMO Talk Radio ensures our fans across the region will have a strong, consistent connection to Mizzou Football and Mizzou Men's and Women's Basketball all year long."
"We are excited to start this new relationship with KCMO Talk Radio" said Josh Pell, General Manager of Mizzou Sports Properties. "I'm confident the extensive coverage of the Tigers that will come with this partnership will be a major benefit for Tiger fans in the region."
The relationship with KCMO Talk Radio is managed by Mizzou Athletics' exclusive multimedia rights holder, Mizzou Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield.
About Cumulus Media
Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 393 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
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