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Greg Cote laid off by Miami Herland after 54 years with paper
Awful Announcing • • business
Key Points:
- Greg Cote, a longtime sports columnist with 54 years at the Miami Herald, was laid off in a recent round of cuts by McClatchy Media affecting multiple newsrooms nationwide.
- The news of Cote’s layoff was first shared by Valerie Scheide, wife of Dan Le Batard, on social media, highlighting the emotional impact on Le Batard and referencing past playful moments between Cote and the show.
- Cote expressed prior concerns about how layoffs are handled in the media industry, advocating for buyouts or respectful exits rather than abrupt firings, a courtesy he apparently was not given by the Herald.
- Despite the somber nature of the layoff, the Le Batard Show crew found a lighthearted way to acknowledge Cote’s departure, with Cote planning to discuss the situation in more detail on the show.
- The layoffs underscore the ongoing challenges and deep cuts facing traditional media companies, reflecting broader industry struggles.
