Plan C - We Need to Keep the Pressure on XM Executives

[mybysigh]

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?

[badcellphoneguy]

I am more concerned with CBS radio. XM's job with the website is more refreshing. I dont trust the new head of cbs radio or leslie moonves.

[alaskanpipeline]

I like the stock idea.. shouldnt be too expensive.

joking aside, i feel pretty confident that XM will stand by them on this... their comment on the 202 page seems like a good sign

[cosmic cow]

Should we also be emailing sirius/ howard/bubba as well since all want the merger to take place?

I can't see how howard bubba..etc.. can't support O&A since it effects/ affects them

[mybysigh]

Should we also be emailing sirius/ howard/bubba as well since all want the merger to take place?

I can't see how howard bubba..etc.. can't support O&A since it effects/ affects them

I agree, that would make sense.

[abudabit]

There is almost no chance XM will fire O&A over this. Too high a % of XM subs are daily O&A listeners.

[BroGonzo]

Just sent in mine to E-lo, Panero, and Gary Parsons.

Dear Sirs,

I've been an XM Satellite Radio subscriber since Christmas. Before then, I had listened to the Opie & Anthony Show using Audible.com's pay download service. I decided to become a subscriber because I wanted to support the show, and because I wanted to hear Opie & Anthony live.

Just to be clear: The sole reason I subscribed to XM was the Opie & Anthony Show.

Given the current witch-hunt atmosphere surrounding radio (which, until now, I didn't think would extend to satellite), I feel that my favorite radio program is probably in hot water after the show aired a bit in which a homeless guest made explicit remarks about several public figures.

I want you to know that I am one among many subscribers who you will lose if you decide to fire Opie & Anthony.

They've issued their apology, XM has apologized, and that should be enough.

Sincerely,

XXXXXXXXXXX

[mybysigh]

There is almost no chance XM will fire O&A over this. Too high a % of XM subs are daily O&A listeners.

We cannot take that chance. Because if we are wrong what are we left with . . . but our palms and our cocks?

[ihatethisplace]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow

[mybysigh]

Just sent in mine to E-lo, Panero, and Gary Parsons.


That is a great email, but we need to keep the pressure on. We need to keep attacking on multiple fronts.

[BroGonzo]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow

The problem is that there's this current avalanche of premature firings of radio personalities by companies too gun-shy to associate themselves with things that might be considered "mean" or "offensive."

In a sane world, no, there wouldn't be panic. But we're not living in a sane world anymore.

[vaglvr]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow
I don't think it hurts at all, I think the freefm needed to see how many loyal listeners there really were. Maybe it will do some good b/c the ratings have been so/so.

[mybysigh]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow

I am not suggesting emailing the media - only XM executives. That is it. We have not yet heard anything from them, therefore, we should keep the pressure on.

[ihatethisplace]

i couldn't agree more that this is a touchy time in our society for radio and PC bullshit. O&A seemed to be the only ones who got it and voiced there opinions on this. The 202 web page made me feel a little better because it seems like they're [XM] holding their ground. Mel is the only guy that could fuck this whole thing up but ole' tan and sweet and lovely, is all about money.

[mybysigh]

I like the stock idea.. shouldnt be too expensive.

joking aside, i feel pretty confident that XM will stand by them on this... their comment on the 202 page seems like a good sign

I agree that the supportive comment is a good sign, but we have to keep the pressure on.

[BroGonzo]

On the 202 channel website, the banner says, "Beware! This is radio like you've never heard it before."

So don't get pissed, right?

[RMM46]

I sent my email to everybody in XM (practically):

Dear Sirs and Madams,

I've been a subscriber to XM Satellite Radio subscriber since January 2006, and became a subscriber to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I have been a fan of them since 1998, and could not wait to hear them on the uncensored, unapologetic format known as satellite radio.

Although I have come to enjoy the other programming XM has, the sole reason why I am a subscriber to XM is to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I fear that current political agendas have combined to threaten to remove Opie and Anthony from the air. Should XM cave into the pressure to remove the Opie and Anthony Show, you will lose me, my several subscriptions, as well as a countless number of other XM subscribers who solely listen to the Opie and Anthony Show.

Both XM and Opie and Anthony have apologized for the comments made by homeless man on their show. Since when is an apology not enough?

Sincerely,

XXXXXX

[mybysigh]

Until I hear from someone from the show or somene from XM, I do not feel safe. Even if what I said above doesn't work for everyone, we need to figure out a way to keep the pressure on XM through the weekend.

[RMM46]

Dear Sirs and Madams,

I've been a subscriber to XM Satellite Radio subscriber since January 2006, and became a subscriber to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I have been a fan of them since 1998, and could not wait to hear them on the uncensored, unapologetic format known as satellite radio.

Although I have come to enjoy the other programming XM has, the sole reason why I am a subscriber to XM is to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I fear that current political agendas have combined to threaten to remove Opie and Anthony from the air. Should XM cave into the pressure to remove the Opie and Anthony Show, you will lose me, my several subscriptions, as well as a countless number of other XM subscribers who solely listen to the Opie and Anthony Show.

Both XM and Opie and Anthony have apologized for the comments made by homeless man on their show. Since when is an apology not enough?

Sincerely,

XXXXXX


Oh God am I an un-proofreading douchebag.

[SOS]

Dear Sirs and Madams,

I've been a subscriber to XM Satellite Radio subscriber since January 2006, and became a subscriber to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I have been a fan of them since 1998, and could not wait to hear them on the uncensored, unapologetic format known as satellite radio.

Although I have come to enjoy the other programming XM has, the sole reason why I am a subscriber to XM is to listen to the Opie and Anthony Show. I fear that current political agendas have combined to threaten to remove Opie and Anthony from the air. Should XM cave into the pressure to remove the Opie and Anthony Show, you will lose me, my several subscriptions, as well as a countless number of other XM subscribers who solely listen to the Opie and Anthony Show.

Both XM and Opie and Anthony have apologized for the comments made by homeless man on their show. Since when is an apology not enough?

Sincerely,

XXXXXX

That's perfect for Plan C.

[RMM46]

That's perfect for Plan C.

Thanks. But if somebody is going to use it as a template...make sure you proofread it first. There's a couple of boo-boos.

:icon_mrgr

[greensnacks]

I am more concerned with CBS radio. XM's job with the website is more refreshing. I dont trust the new head of cbs radio or leslie moonves.

Maybe I'll record in a certain diary that I listened to CBS's competition, should the wrong decision be made. Advertisers love those arbitron ratings.

And for XM tell OTX that you listen to the emergency alert channel all day.

As far as my XM subscription is concerned and something a great man once said ...

2 damage. 2 damage.

[Plunkies]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow

First of all we're not emailing the media we're emailing XM. And second, if we don't stand up for O&A who the fuck will? If they aren't hearing us then all they'll hear is the media shit storm.

[Jigzaw]

Ok Done!! But I'm not canceling my XM. The thought of regular radio makes my balls shrivel

[SOS]

Ok Done!! But I'm not canceling my XM. The thought of regular radio makes my balls shrivel

Lie.

[cokelogic]

When you keep writing XM, let them know their should be no line to cross. Uncensored means just that. Even if the show goes on without a hitch, no one wants a crippled show.

Fuck Regulations. Fuck Drudge.

[irishloon]

I can't see how howard bubba..etc.. can't support O&A since it effects/ affects them
Stern wouldn't want to support O & A. In a perfect world for Mr. Hoo-Hoo, the merger goes through, and O & A are gone. He would figure some of O & A's listeners would settle for him in the end.

Personally, I'd rather jerk off my ballsack with a cheese grater than listen to that fucking retard Hoo-Hoo.....

O & A gone = me canceling XM, and waiting for the O & A independent Internet Radio broadcast

[opieson24]

every time this happens i get scared and cry . I will stand up and be a man once and for all and support my hero opie . Sereously though there is a large % of truckers that need to step up , kinda like special forces . That could be massive . If 500 drivers or more shut there trucks off it would create a buzz , I WONT DRIVE WITHOUT OPIE AS MY COPILOT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[mikeybot]

Sent 2 mails so far. One on Thurs that was copied from someone else stating that they need to support O&A with all the attacks on speech that are going on, and then another thanking them for seeming to stand by them with the apology post and immediately after stating how to use the parental controls.

[BigJewishTits]

do these dolts realize that firing O&A would do more harm than keeping them? all their bullshit about uncensored, edgey blah blah blah would go out the window and give potential news subs (and cuirrent ones) one less (big)reason to subscribe. what would happen to hbo if they started policing themselves and editing or canceling programing due to content. xm and satellite radio in general is low enough under the radar to have to buckle over what should be a non issue. my 7 year prepaid subscription will be cancelled immediately upon the boys firing, should it get to that point.

[Finngers]

I am more concerned with CBS radio. XM's job with the website is more refreshing. I dont trust the new head of cbs radio or leslie moonves.
I say Fuck CBS, focus all efforts on XM. We ALL KNOW CBS is a sinking ship anyway, jeez Op has been saying this for weeks now.

You are right not to trust CBS because they are spineless. What bothers me more is the misconception most of us had that XM was gig that would be harder to break.

I'm going to write Mr. E-Lo now. Maybe I'll throw in a cock picture.

Nevermind, I'll keep it all business.

[Finngers]

my 7 year prepaid subscription will be cancelled immediately upon the boys firing, should it get to that point.
Absofuckinglutely I am with you on this. Two radios - PLINK - subscription pulled.. if the boys go.

Then it's back to NPR and Podcasts during my commute. EEeeeccchh.

[Finngers]

every time this happens i get scared and cry
Faggot.

[MinnesotaMoron]

Lie.
Yeah, like they don't know a percentage of the "I'm gonna cancel my subscription" are full of shit. :haha7:

[dodisman]

wow i just saw that page on XM's site...That is very encouraging. Not sure when it was put up there but that's a great sign for the boys...I've already kicked the execs supportive emails so i'm not going to over do it and annoy them...maybe down the line

[Southtown]

Yeah, like they don't know a percentage of the "I'm gonna cancel my subscription" are full of shit. :haha7:

Mine will be gone. I dont listen to anything on XM besides O&A. They could have shipped me a radio with no channel dial because it doesnt leave 202. Believe it or not I listen to regular radio when I dont listen to O&A. There is a station down here in Orlando, 101.1 that seems to play alot of shit I like so I just listen to that.
And if I cancel XM would owe me money since I pre-paid for 5 years a couple years back. I would rather have O&A but when they are leave fired or retired, I am gone.

[OLD Man Michign]

Could you post the e mail addresses that are good. and count me as a cancel if O and A are gone

[O&ANurse]

You can count me as a cancel too. I bought my XM to hear O&A. I upgraded my XM, gave my old unit to my brother (both have a year prepaid) who also listens to O&A. Since I got my radio, the virus has spread throughtout my family and friends, and at last count, there are 18 radios between us all that they can consider cancelled.

[bigsillygoose]

Dear Sirs,

I have been an XM Radio subscriber since July of 2006. I have owned an IPod for many years and was fully satisfied. Once I caught wind that the Opie and Anthony show was being broadcasted on XM, I immediately bought the service. Although I do enjoy many of the other stations that are presented, XM 202 is on ninety percent of the time.

I feel that the comments made on the show were a bit obscure, and if heard by people who aren’t familiar with the show can be taken out of context. The reason for subscribing and broadcasting on satellite radio is the ability to have that freedom to do and say what you want. Isn’t that one of the main selling points for buying XM?

I just wanted to express my concern for the future of the Opie and Anthony show and asking you to please let the show continue. They have apologized and XM has apologized. Let it be.

And I am sad to say that if the Opie and Anthony show cannot be heard on XM Satellite Radio then I will resort back to listening to my Ipod and cancel my subscription.

Thank you for your time.



Sincerely,

XXXXXXX


Trying to throw a bit about their competition into the mix

[madbam]

wow i just saw that page on XM's site...That is very encouraging. Not sure when it was put up there but that's a great sign for the boys...I've already kicked the execs supportive emails so i'm not going to over do it and annoy them...maybe down the line

Opie & Anthony Apology



XM regrets the deplorable comments made on May 9th's Opie & Anthony Show.

Opie and Anthony apologized during the broadcast of their XM show for their comments and for any offense that segment caused:

"We apologize to the public officials for comments that were made on the XM show on May 9th. We do take very seriously the responsibility that comes with our creative freedom that we get here and regret any offense that this segment has caused."

Listen to the O&A Apology » (http://mfile.akamai.com/20469/mp3/xmradio.download.akamai.com/20469/xmradio/xmapology.asx)

As a company, XM provides customers with tools to control what they listen to on XM. The Opie & Anthony Show appears on one of our explicit language channels (XL) which is clearly noted on the radio display and all our printed material. We also frequently mention on our explicit language channels that the content may be inappropriate for certain listeners, and that our service also provides our subscribers with the ability to 'block' channels that feature this type of content.

Utilize XM's Parental Controls » (http://www.xmradio.com/parentalcontrols)


This is what you are talking about...means that XM has some faith...we should be OK

[TrybalRage]

Remember, in the subject line of your emails put something to the effect of 'SUPPORT' Opie and Anthony.

No one has the time to actually read all these emails, the subject is most likely all anyone will ever see.

If just 'Opie and Anthony' are in the subject line, it may be put in the negative pile as someone bitching about the show.

[SOS]

Continue to do this and they will have no choice but to let O&A back before the stupid suspension is over-with.

[BastardPants]

I've been sitting on my ass though I haven't wanted the merger to happen since Day 1. Mel Karmazin in charge is a fucking disaster. He hasn't done squat for Sirius except spend ridiculous amounts of money on his good buddy Hoo Hoo. I know one of my state Senators is dubious about the merger. I'm drafting a letter and protesting the merger ASAP.

The only reason the suspension happened is because of the merger. The merger completely destroys the work XM has done and hands it to Karmazin to push his chess board of satellite dj pawns around to his amusement.

[SweetRelease]

We should also compile the corporations that comprise the board of directors at XM. Should be some heavy hitters in there. Turn our attention towards them as well. If its true that the board of directors made this decision, then they should have to pay too.

[MJ001]

Keep their inboxes full all day. Keep sending those emails letting them know your disgust and that you have cancelled your sub and are contacting their sponsors to let them know you are boycotting them.

Dont' let these guys be able to get one phone call or one email from anyone other than O&A supporters.

[Cunt Smasher]

There are SOME people that get it.

http://www.bloggingstocks.com/2007/05/16/media-world-xm-is-suspending-opie-and-anthony-for-being-themsel/

30-day suspension of shock jocks Opie and Anthony for airing crude sexual comments is excessive and unfair.

Opie (Gregg Hughes) and Anthony (Anthony Cumia) were doing what they've done for years. Didn't XM know what got them fired in Boston (an April fool's gag in which they said the mayor got killed in a car accident) and New York (a couple who had sex in St. Patrick's Cathedral at the urging of a guest)?

So, the fact that the duo aired a homeless man's rant about sex that referenced Condoleeza Rice, Laura Bush and Queen Elizabeth isn't that shocking.

XM's protestations to the contrary ring hollow.

So, why are people offended now?

Blame Don Imus' idiotic remarks about the Rutgers University women's basketball team. I thought Imus deserved to be fired. For one thing, he was on the public airwaves and attacked a group of women who weren't public figures.

It's far different than Opie and Anthony's situation.

The women who were mentioned in the rant on their show are public figures. In this country, the First Amendment gives us the right to say crude, nasty things about the rich and famous. This is more of the same bad taste they made Opie and Anthony rich and famous.

There's also politics at work here.

XM and Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) are in an uphill battle for their survival. Sirius wants to buy XM, which would put Opie and Anthony under the same roof as their arch rival Howard Stern.

Remember, the presidential campaign is going to heat up soon. Guess how many candidates are going to support the rights of shock jocks to be shocking?

The move against Opie and Anthony raises some disturbing questions.

Who's next?

Should Howard Stern be worried? What about HBO? It's a pay service like satellite radio. I'm sure that there are plenty of moral guardians of our culture would love to see programs such as "Real Sex" and "Cathouse" taken off the air.

If people are offended by programs they don't like. they don't have to watch them. There's added protection against offense from pay services such as cable TV and satellite radio.

The public airwaves, though, are a different story.

Opie and Anthony's program also is broadcast on CBS Corp.'s (NYSE: CBS) radio unit. That will continue as usual, at least for now.

[Phil Packer]

There is almost no chance XM will fire O&A over this. Too high a % of XM subs are daily O&A listeners.

When O&A were on WNEW before their last firing, they had more listeners then every other show on that station combined, and they were fired, the station folded and has gone through a dozen or so formats since.

[Boz]

Please, please keep the pressure on them.

Call Eric Logan's office 10 times in a row at 212-380-4365. His voice mail is full, but his man servent is answering the phone.

Call Gary Parsons at 212-380-4000. Keep them so busy that they cannot operate their business.

This needs to continue for days and weeks, not just for a few days.

[ceeps04]

Please, please keep the pressure on them.

Call Eric Logan's office 10 times in a row at 212-380-4365. His voice mail is full, but his man servent is answering the phone.

Call Gary Parsons at 212-380-4000. Keep them so busy that they cannot operate their business.

This needs to continue for days and weeks, not just for a few days.


The D.C. area code is 202 not 212. :action-sm

[cokelogic]

I want an answer on the Firing! I want at least 20 other people along with myself to e-mail hugh and elo demanding to know if O&A will be able to ride out the 30 days or if they will be fired. Tell us now!

Hugh.Panero@xmradio.com

eric.logan@xmradio.com

Gary.Parsons@xmradio.com


"They are playing ball and riding out the supension. I demand to know if they pay their dues and learn their lesson over the next 30 days they may resume their XM enployment or will be fired? If they are to be fired, tell me now! -Jay"

[cokelogic]

Call Eric Logan's office 10 times in a row at 212-380-4365. His voice mail is full, but his man servent is answering the phone.Elo has a male receptionist? That explains a lot.

[ruckstande]

Would an add in the Wall Street Journal help? What if we had an ad indicating our official number of cancellations?

[piacoa]

Would an add in the Wall Street Journal help? What if we had an ad indicating our official number of cancellations?

In. We should totally set up a PP account if things don't turn out well and do it up

[PyThomas]

is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased.

Good point, hate, good point! I do have a concern that XM's spin doctors may tell the execs to say that all the cancelled subscriptions were in reaction to the offensive material broadcast on the XM show, justifying the need to terminate O&A due to lost subscriptions because of them - and then they'll tell the call center folks to shelve the comments and real reasons why people are cancelling. If XM isn't being honest about the suspension and ARE gonna fire O&A, then they won't be honest about their reasoning for the firing as well. I just have a nagging feeling that by cancelling XM just because of a suspension, we may be only shooting ourselves in the foot.

[whitebeard]

Sent email out.....

Sending more and call to cancel subscription

[Voodoo Murphy]

Why don't we do what we do best? Attack every XM based call in show? MLB Live, the Nascar Show, Oprah and friends.... the only place that's safe is Ron and Fez

[TWright]

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

Who is backing the Traveling Virus? CBS, right? They would more than want to support their talent... at least until the tour is over. I suggest never stop scheduling!

[DowntownDave]

There is almost no chance XM will fire O&A over this. Too high a % of XM subs are daily O&A listeners.

They already did, dude

[NOELYGIRL]

Come on jigsaw, just do it for the 30 days and pay the $49 to reactivate if they don't fire them. I was dying here on my way to work listening to Jack radio and Mark and Brian in the morning on FM, but I"m doing it for O & A.
:icon_roll

[DowntownDave]

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?

The key argument they are using to get the merger approved is that satellite does not compete with terrestrial because of their unique content

My stance was that the O&A suspension indicates that satellite radio intends to limit or eliminate that unique programming and thus does represent direct competition to terrestrial radio

Here is the contact info for the FCC

http://www.fcc.gov/contacts.html

The merger is in trouble anyway. Our comments could get it thrown in the dumper

http://www.fcc.gov/transaction/xm-sirius.html

Lots more bad news (for XM) here. PAC or someone needs to send a press release which explains the thousands of subs XM is losing over the O&A suspension

http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=XMSR

[Finngers]

Good point, hate, good point! I do have a concern that XM's spin doctors may tell the execs to say that all the cancelled subscriptions were in reaction to the offensive material broadcast on the XM show, justifying the need to terminate O&A due to lost subscriptions because of them - and then they'll tell the call center folks to shelve the comments and real reasons why people are cancelling. If XM isn't being honest about the suspension and ARE gonna fire O&A, then they won't be honest about their reasoning for the firing as well. I just have a nagging feeling that by cancelling XM just because of a suspension, we may be only shooting ourselves in the foot.

Ya but that is totally out of our control. And I doubt anyone will buy that bullshit anyway.

CANCEL YOUR SUBS PEOPLE. HIT THEM HARD, RIGHT IN THE NUTS. DO NOT TAKE ANY 30 DAY FREE OFFERS, DISCOUNTS, ETC.

Money talks, and these faggots will buckle and NOT FIRE O&A if we make a stand. Without our money, THEY ARE SHIT.

CANCEL XM - CANCEL XM - CANCEL XM - CANCEL XM - CANCEL XM - CANCEL XM

[Kjata]

Sorry, I can't post a new thread and this seemed like a logical place to go. If there is anyone you know or yourself that is near the Cleveland area, I would like to get some kind of protest going here. I know the main protest is in NY, but if the individual cities could also make a statement and show their support. Any ideas?

[timekillerj]

just sent this to : hpanero@xmradio.com, ndavis@xmradio.com, gparsons@xmradio.com, daltman@xmradio.com, jeuteneuer@xmradio.com, virvin@xmradio.com,
elogan@xmradio.com

Dears Sirs,
Yes this is yet another Opie and Anthony fan writing to let you all know how displeased I am about XM's decision to suspend the show for 30 days. I will not bore you with the same rant about censorship and freedom of speech that I am sure you getting bombarded with, we all know this is not about censorship anyway. What it is about, the merger, is why I am emailing you. Should XM decide to fire Opie and Anthony I, and many, many others will be forced to write our congressmen, the FCC, and anyone else who will listen to let them know we do not feel the merger is in our best interest.

The suspension of Opie and Anthony only proves XM Radio is more concerned with the merger than keeping it's customers happy. A merger at this time would create a monopoly that would only server to hurt the customers, as you have done by suspending Opie and Anthony.

Like many others, I have cancelled my subscriptions until Opie and Anthony are back on the air. Only when the show is broadcasting, and COMPLETELY uncensored will I even consider reactivating my radios.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,
------

[Mayday]

I took a sharpie marker to my WoW sticker and removed the XM Sat Radio on it and it only says Opie and Anthony and WoW!

After canceling my XM sub I did not want to advertise the radio but advertise the boys and still see the occasional set of boobies to work on Wednesdays. I changed my work hours so I drive in when they are on the local market from 10am - 1pm (WJFK in DC).

[BlueberryGrower]

Just been calling corporate 202-380-4000.. They are not answering their phones!;)

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?

[BlindWes]

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?
Sounds like a phone call may be to go...I sent a very polite email, showing my anger without getting profane or anything...Maybe I was a dickhead for marking it high-priority and setting the "Request Receipt" function in Outlook Express, but it seemed like a good idea at the time.

So far, the only receipt I've gotten back was from Eric Logan, and it says that the message was deleted without being read on Wed, 16 May 2007 13:43:08 -0400.

So, is this XM's answer, just ignore our messages and they think we'll go away? I'll be calling the execs number someone posted here earlier when I go on lunch break today. And yes, I'll now most likely be cancelling my subscription until the Boys come back...I was on the fence, but the disrespect shown by Mr. Logan by simply deleting the email without reading it (though I'm sure he's doing that to all of them) has pissed me off.

Oh, don't get me wrong...I'm not done...I'll keep sending, and re-sending the emails to them until I get either a response or a court order to stop. I even made sure to stay away from language that could be taken as harassment, illegal threats, or implications of illegal activity.

Anyway, off to compose more emails.

[mcstark]

Dear Sirs,


I would like it noted for the record that I am very disappointed in XM's actions today. I pay for a service that includes XM 202 and renewed my subscription for a 3 year time period because I so enjoyed this show. If O & A are not returned to your airwaves, I will have to seriously consider canceling my subscription. Shame on you for not supporting free speech, your subscribers, and your own employees. Please be aware, that the suspension ONLY punishes your subscribers who live in cities that do not carry the show and rely on XM to hear it. So, if I say I am sorry too can I have my show back, please!

XXXXXX
Radio ID R******


Here's my letter. Feel free to use it as a template too

[joefrombklyn]

what i dont get is the fact that xm is similar to cable and other pay tv services..
this is bullshit about they are panicing about whats been going on recently in radio with other personalities... we pay for this service and it specifies on numerous occassions that its adult and explicit.. they yet again couldnt control someone who said something .. they apologized regardless if it was sincere or not it was done... i repeat we all pay for this service this isnt a freee over the air service that anyone can hear!! fuck this... o and a need to be protected by up high on this .... something else is going on maybe our fearless political pussies got involved like bush and etc... that may be whats going down but alot worse have been done and said on that show!!

[Jimbo Jones]

This isn't the first time xm got rid of talent for something a guest said. Remember Eddie Trunk got fired from the Boneyard when Mike Piazza went on his show and bashed the music that was being played on the station. It took like a year before they hired him back.

[lou11]

FYI, here is my email to the xm execs.

On May the 11th, I wrote you in regards to the recent incident by a guest on the Opie and Anthony show. (Please see email below) I asked you for your support in regards to allowing free speech to continue or as you put it in your statement "Artistic Freedom".

While certain comments made may be regarded as deplorable. When taken in the context of who said them, it is not as drastic as some would have you believe. Just the rantings of a disturbed individual and some commentary not condoning the action in any way but simply some remarks about what the victim might have thought. The reality of it is that the guest little chance of doing what he suggested let alone actually wanting to do it.Had the comments been made about any other less prominent figures it probably would have been completely ignored. Where they off color remarks, absolutely. The chance of actually following through, no chance at all.

I have since learned that because Opie and Anthony spoke out in support of they're Free Speech/Artistic Freedom on the show broadcast May the 14th you have chosen to suspend them for 30 days or as we all believe in fact they will be fired. Do you not understand that by performing these actions you are shooting yourself and the entire radio (Terrestrial or Satellite) industry in the foot. Not to mention the impact upon other media such as television and even cinema. You need to be in support of Opie and Anthony and they're fight for freedom of speech and artistic expression.

The Virus channel is a XL channel and parental blocking is available as you put it on all of your statements and even played on the channel itself. People have the ability to change it or block entirely it is called freedom of choice not much different then freedom of speech. When someone chooses who or what I listen too or watch on television, I define that as dictatorial and oppressive and utilizing the freedom of choice that I have I make the decision whether or not to continue utilizing the XM service or just get an IPOD.

I do realize that this is a business decision on your part and you have to answer to your shareholders etc. but at the same time you also have to answer to your customers of which I am one.

So I ask you will you support Opie and Anthony and continue to allow them the freedom of expression they have been enjoying without government or corporate regulation or will you be subservient to a small group that does not even listen or subscribe to the XM service?

I await your response upon which I will make my decision about the continuation of my 3 subscriptions.

Thank you for your time,

[muffin]

I just got of the phone with Nate Davis (XM president). He was able to effectively communicated the XM stance, that it was them talking about it after they were told not to that got them into trouble.

He gave me his promise, "as long as everyone behaves" the boys will be back in 31 days.

We shall see.

He told me to enjoy my free month of XM, he seemed a little shocked to hear I had already canceled my 4 subs.

[Ben's Bulge]

I hope he wasn't shocked. If he was then we aren't getting through to these people.

[whiteslave]

I've already e-mailed XM and cancelled my sub.


My question is this: (and since I don't have the privilege of starting threads maybe one of you could start it)...IF XM puts the clamps on O&A and neuters the show, will you still subscribe? I've got a feeling, along with the rest of you I'm sure, that XM is going to try and tone the show down way to much for my liking. It's a pay service for christs sake.

[Higgy]

[QUOTE=whiteslave]I've already e-mailed XM and cancelled my sub.


Cancelled my subs and have been contacting sponsors today. Also, I don't know if it will help, but sent a cancellation letter to Direct Tv stating that I could not support them if they are partners with xm.

[dem'Apples]

:icon_idea is it just me or are we all making this worse? eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show. This panic that's going on with all the boards is a little disheartening. The apology was robotic and we all know it was a formality. We have to kill the story. giving it steam only helps the other side of this. emails to the media regardless of compelling points and professionalism will be taken as biased. there's a stigma about who listens to this kind of entertainment. we all know that sure, there's some dredges of society that are fans but overall, this show is smart and honest. let's all just relax and not jump the gun. see you all at union square tomorrow

Even if they do not fire the boys, will we still get the same show or is XM going to try to set bounderies. This is a castrating move that the show cannot recover from. Fuck XM!! They lost a three year subscriber when they suspended the show.

[Capt.Caveman]

here's my letter to everyone



Dear Sirs,

I think it's disgusting what your doing to the Opie and Anthony radio show.The only reason I have XM is because of these 2. I wanted something different, something edgy. I got this with this radio show. But now you have taken it away from me because you are spineless wimps who bow down to special interest groups. I have cancelled my subsription and I have advised anyone who would listen to do the same. So far I am responsible for 10 subs gone. I'm just one guy. I will continue to get people to cancel their XM's and get a car hookup for their Ipods. Because that's what you are now, an Ipod with a monthly fee.


Anthony S. Ennis


I really held back. I refrained from a lot of cunts and cocksuckers

[Robby_Mac]

http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/opieandanthonyxm

Online Petition Please Sign!

[mikek]

eric logan and others at XM know how we feel about this show.
I disagree that this is making it worse; rather, it's completely appropriate. Yes, E-Lo is an ally, but especially for that reason he needs to step up.

Yeah yeah yeah.. Family & Life take precedence, but we all need to be forward-looking. That might involve standing up the the board of directors, right down to sucking it up and dealing without XM for a while.

[stoots23]

Just sent in mine to E-lo, Panero, and Gary Parsons.


Can you post the emails that you sent this too, I would like to send as well, this is bullshit. It's very hard to find this kind of Joe Average guys sitting around a mic, broadcasting to a nation, and entertaining me in Spokane, WA. The express views a lot of us wish we could have a forum for. Sometimes listening to them I wonder if it's a radio show of the voices in my head. Help with the important addresses to send complaints/concerns to would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Stoots

[hummer26]

Can you post the emails that you sent this too, I would like to send as well, this is bullshit. It's very hard to find this kind of Joe Average guys sitting around a mic, broadcasting to a nation, and entertaining me in Spokane, WA. The express views a lot of us wish we could have a forum for. Sometimes listening to them I wonder if it's a radio show of the voices in my head. Help with the important addresses to send complaints/concerns to would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Stoots

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[whatthefuck]

DONT BUY STOCK!!!!

XM stock going up after suspending OnA is NOT sending the right message

[tellmfredwhowho]

FYI, here is my email to the xm execs.

On May the 11th, I wrote you in regards to the recent incident by a guest on the Opie and Anthony show. (Please see email below) I asked you for your support in regards to allowing free speech to continue or as you put it in your statement "Artistic Freedom".

While certain comments made may be regarded as deplorable. When taken in the context of who said them, it is not as drastic as some would have you believe. Just the rantings of a disturbed individual and some commentary not condoning the action in any way but simply some remarks about what the victim might have thought. The reality of it is that the guest little chance of doing what he suggested let alone actually wanting to do it.Had the comments been made about any other less prominent figures it probably would have been completely ignored. Where they off color remarks, absolutely. The chance of actually following through, no chance at all.

I have since learned that because Opie and Anthony spoke out in support of they're Free Speech/Artistic Freedom on the show broadcast May the 14th you have chosen to suspend them for 30 days or as we all believe in fact they will be fired. Do you not understand that by performing these actions you are shooting yourself and the entire radio (Terrestrial or Satellite) industry in the foot. Not to mention the impact upon other media such as television and even cinema. You need to be in support of Opie and Anthony and they're fight for freedom of speech and artistic expression.

The Virus channel is a XL channel and parental blocking is available as you put it on all of your statements and even played on the channel itself. People have the ability to change it or block entirely it is called freedom of choice not much different then freedom of speech. When someone chooses who or what I listen too or watch on television, I define that as dictatorial and oppressive and utilizing the freedom of choice that I have I make the decision whether or not to continue utilizing the XM service or just get an IPOD.

I do realize that this is a business decision on your part and you have to answer to your shareholders etc. but at the same time you also have to answer to your customers of which I am one.

So I ask you will you support Opie and Anthony and continue to allow them the freedom of expression they have been enjoying without government or corporate regulation or will you be subservient to a small group that does not even listen or subscribe to the XM service?

I await your response upon which I will make my decision about the continuation of my 3 subscriptions.

Thank you for your time,


FUCK XM...DO NOT WAIT AND CANCEL NOW. DO NOT ACCEPT ANY FREEBIES OR GO INTO SUSPEND MODE. CANCEL XM AND TELL THEM THE REASON YOU ARE CANCELLING IS DUE TO WHAT THEY DID TO O&A

[cptrojan]

Can someone start a thread to organize a DC protest at XM's Mogadishu HQ, if it doesnt exist already? If there is one already, can someone point me in the right direction, please.

[Argos]

Just sent in mine to E-lo, Panero, and Gary Parsons.
I want to write & already ahve a letter formatted. where did you send your letter???
:clap:

[Apostasy]

What about legal action against XM for the cost of radios?

I'm not too clear on contract law, and advertising rules in the US, but it seems logical that if XM advertised a service as uncensored, I spent money on hardware to listen to that service, then XM is contractually obliged to live up to their end of the bargain.

Seeing as XM is renaging on their advertised promise of "uncennsored" I feel I deserve a refund for my radio.

Anyone know how advertising law works in the US?

[BlindWes]

I want to write & already ahve a letter formatted. where did you send your letter???
:clap:
I know these have already been posted, but:
Eric.Logan@xmradio.com
Hugh.Panero@xmradio.com
Gary.Parsons@xmradio.com

BTW, in one of the threads, someone mentioned E-Lo's number had been "disconnected"...I dialed it fine and got his voice mail this evening.

[tuckngo]

HOW TO "DIAL BY NAME" WITHIN XM's PHONE SYSTEM ----

after you cancel, call E-lo's (Eric Logan) admin Kerry Dunn at 202-380-4384 and leave a message, it is a long message that she has, so bypass it by just pressing 1 during it and leave a message, but DONT HANG-UP and INSTEAD press 1 and then # to approve, from there press *8(t) and then choose *2(a) to dial by last name, you can then spell out the last names of people like Logan and go directly to their mailbox and leave messages, continue to do this for all the big wigs within XM. we will be heard.

Hugh Panero, Chief Executive Officer

Nate Davis, President and Chief Operating Officer

Gary Parsons, Chairman of the Board

Dara F. Altman, Executive Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs

Steve Cook, Executive Vice President, Automotive Marketing

Joseph J. Euteneuer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Vernon Irvin, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Eric Logan, Executive Vice President, Programming

Dan Murphy, Executive Vice President of Retail Aftermarket Distribution

Stell Patsiokas, Executive Vice President, Technology and Engineering

Joseph Titlebaum, General Counsel and Secretary

Joe Zarella, Executive Vice President, Business Operations

http://xmradio.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=press_kit&cat=9

Hey Pests make sure you leave an intelligent Message and don't be nasty That won't help.

[moosecock]

2 things I havent seen posted that will help

1. Contact the FCC and your congressmen and oppose the merger, its really simple and may help, and;

2. SELL ANY SHARES OF XM YOU HAVE. I dont have any but I am thinking of shorting it. You want to hurt these bastards, hurt them in the shareholder pockets and you will see results.

[Leon Phelps]

I sent my letter (Short and to the point) Sent to Hugh, Gary, and E-Lo Use if you wish.

Dear Sirs,

I am just writing to let you know how disappointed I am in yourt companies suspension of Opie and Anthony. You advertise that the channell that they are on is uncensored yet you suspended them for comments that were made on their program that you felt were offensive. Your actions seem to contradict what you advertise to the public. I hope that you would change your mind and decide to support your on air talent. Please do the right thing and lift their suspension.

Reguards,

[PyThomas]

Here's my letter to the XM chief muckety-mucks...

Subject: Bring Back Opie & Anthony!!! NOW!!!

To all the higher-ups at XM Satellite Radio:

I must voice my extreme displeasure at your treatment of Gregg Hughes and Anthony Cumia, the hosts of my favorite program on XM, "The Opie & Anthony Show".

You say that you have suspended the Opie & Anthony show because they violated a covenant from you not to talk about the "Homeless Charlie" incident. While you're well within your rights to institute some discipline within your company, I have to ask how this incident was grave enough to warrant a gag order in the first place.

Is the FBI breathing down your necK? Are you trying to placate that attention whore Al Sharpton? Or are you just trying to kiss up to federal officials so your precious merger with Sirius (which I think is a bad idea, especially for O&A's sake) can go through?

Also, the top executives at XM insist that Opie & Anthony are not terminated from XM. If that truly is the case, why is your company basically acting like they've been fired? Why have you eliminated all O&A programming from XM 202? Why have the Opie & Anthony show archives been completely deleted from your Audible.com affiliate? Why is XM Radio not publically denouncing the rumors that "very reliable" sources are reporting that O&A have been fired from XM?

If your intention for eliminating Opie & Anthony programming from channel 202 (and Audible.com) is to punish Mr. Hughes and Mr. Cumia, you're also punishing their faithful listeners - your subscribers, a.k.a. the people that ultimately pay your salaries - in the process. I believe I speak for all the other O&A fans (the ones that haven't cancelled their XM service, that is) when I say we would rather hear a month of Opie & Anthony reruns than all Ron & Fez, all the time. While I have nothing against Ron & Fez, and their show is entertaining at times, that's not what I chose your service over Sirius for. We have trusted that XM executives would do the right thing and defend their valuable talent against those who wish to curtail freedom of speech, and right now the actions you have taken against O&A are rapidly eroding that trust.

I know I'll probably get a standard form-letter response from all of those I sent this to. But I challenge at least one of the XM executives to address every aspect of this complaint to my satisfaction.

Rest assured that I'm staying put for now. I do like the music channel choices you have, as well as the 24-hour traffic report channels. But make no mistake - if Opie & Anthony go, I go with them. And nothing you can offer will bring me back.

A loyal customer (but that loyalty's on real thin ice right now),
Thomas

[Steron]

Dear Sirs,

I have been a loyal XM Radio subscriber since 2005. The recent suspension of Opie & Anthony is outrageous. You chose to hire them because they are a tremendously talented radio duo and they push the envelope. It is inconceivable to me that when they do the very thing you hired them to do, you guys are suddenly shocked. They are doing what you pay them to do. Period.

If you suits at XM are, as rumor has it, suspending O&A because you are afraid of FTC backlash hurting the impending merger with SIRIUS then I have totally lost any remaining respect for you as people and for XM as a company. Please tell me this isn't the case.

Hiring the Opie and Anthony show brought on thousands of subscribers and tens of thousands if not millions of dollars into the XM bank account through subscription fees and advertising revenue. You can start subtracting my $13.00 a month from your bottom line as I have canceled my account.

Beyond AM. Beyond FM. XM. What a joke.

Best regards,

XXXXXXXXXX

[BadGuy]

Good point, hate, good point! I do have a concern that XM's spin doctors may tell the execs to say that all the cancelled subscriptions were in reaction to the offensive material broadcast on the XM show, justifying the need to terminate O&A due to lost subscriptions because of them - and then they'll tell the call center folks to shelve the comments and real reasons why people are cancelling. If XM isn't being honest about the suspension and ARE gonna fire O&A, then they won't be honest about their reasoning for the firing as well. I just have a nagging feeling that by cancelling XM just because of a suspension, we may be only shooting ourselves in the foot.
There's already too much press about the real reason that all the subs have been cancelled - they wouldn't get away with that.

[Brokeback Jimmy]

This is the letter I sent to the suits at XM after I cancelled.

Mr. Panero,

I originally contacted you on May 11 to inform you that any suspension
or cancellation of the "Opie & Anthony" show would result in my
canceling my XM service. This letter is to inform you that I
cancelled my service (2 radios) effective today. When Opie and
Anthony return to XM, I will return to XM. If XM decides to fire Opie
& Anthony, I will destroy both of my XM units to ensure they do not
generate any new subscriptions for your company.

Be advised sir, that it was with a heavy heart that I took this
action. I really do enjoy the bulk of the XM platform, but Opie &
Anthony are the primary reason I have kept XM over the years (yes,
years), and as a customer, I was sold "uncensored" talk, and I do not
believe that is what was delivered by your company.

In addition, I have taken the following action.

I have contacted my Senators and Congressman, and let them know I am
very much opposed to the XM Sirius merger. XM's most recent actions
only amplify my fear that the new company will act with the power of a
monopoly.

Furthermore, I am presently writing all XM sponsors listed on your web
site with the following letter:

Dear XM Advertiser.

I am writing you as a former XM subscriber. I recently canceled my XM
subscription due to XM's suspension of the uncensored "Opie & Anthony
show". I am writing you to inform you that I am making a concerted
effort to avoid doing business with any and all XM advertisers
including your business, unless said businesses immediately cancel
their advertising with XM, or XM re instates the Opie & Anthony show.

Please be advised that I patronize quite a few of these advertisers,
and will not do so until they pull their advertising money from your
company, or until the Opie & Anthony show is reinstated.

Sincerely,
William *****
******* ******, PA

[spiderfish]

I have sent messages through the XM website each of the last three days, and plan to continue until there is a response from XM.
I noticed that the message on their website after a successful send has changed from a response within 48 hours message to a response as soon as they can message.
I guess they are getting overwhelmed.
AWWW

[DrummerSmith]

I so need to apoligize first. Being in the middle of Oklahoma can be wonderful, but it can also be a huge curse. I am a little behind the "curve" as to what is going on, but I want to show my support for OnA. If someone would please post the various emails that I need to be bombarding, I would be highly greatful. I have been a lurker for a while and I I am regretful. I would like to do what I can to ensure free speech is a right not a issue.

This effects all of us. If you do not see that then we are doomed.

[FBodyJim]

I think Apostasy might be onto something. It might be worth contacting the likes of Elliot Spitzer and/or Andrew Cumo if you're from NY and have them take on XM in the name of consumers.

I agree, I bought hardware that was soley for the purpose of listening to:
1) Uncensored Talk Radio (O&A)
2) 100% Commercial Free Music

I am now left with with 4 radios that cost a lot of money and no longer provide the service I bought them for. I would like a full refund from XM for the cost of my two brand new Innos, when I paid top $ for them when they first came out of couse, and two Alpine headunits with built in XM tuners. Ohh and the cost of the difference between a standard radio package and the XM radio package in my GF's Accord (even though I never activated that radio).

If NY's AG is willing to take on DELL, I'm sure they would be willing to take on XM.

Anyone have any idea who/how to contact the AG regarding this issue? I would think if we all called the AG's office on the same day/regarding teh same issue/file the same complain with the AG's office, that would suffice to get started.

[FranksED]

This is the email I sent to a number of XM execs individually:

Dear Mr. Xxxxxxxx;

I am writing to you personally register my complaint about XM's inept handling on the situation with Greg "Opie" Hughes and Anthony Cumia.

I have been an XM subscriber for 18 months. I am also a Sirius subscriber.

The 30-day suspension for Opie and Anthony is, as far as I am concerned, an explicit breach of advertising promises made by XM to subscribers. XM has consistently advertised the Opie & Anthony show as "controversial", "uncensored", "raw", "edgy", and other similar adjectives. By forcing Messrs. Hughes and Cumia to apologize for the comments made on the May 9 broadcast, then suspending them for being insufficiently servile in a subsequent broadcast, XM has made it clear that those advertising claims are false. XM is, quite apparently, willing to censor their "uncensored" channels at any time it is convenient to do so.

When I obtained my Sirius account, I kept XM solely to listen to the Opie and Anthony show. In practically every other way, the Sirius programming is superior to the XM offering. Not only do the music stations offer a more interesting playlist than XM, Sirius offers far more sports coverage, has direct broadcasts from CBC Radio, offers a channel devoted solely to English language radio talk/news services from around the world, and has a larger number of comedy channels.

Since, therefore, I feel that XM has deceived me about its commitment to provide uncensored radio, offers an inferior overall broadcasting product, and has now essentially eliminated the only reason I had for keeping my XM subscription active by suspending Opie & Anthony, I have canceled my XM subscription.

[PyThomas]

I so need to apoligize first. Being in the middle of Oklahoma can be wonderful, but it can also be a huge curse. I am a little behind the "curve" as to what is going on, but I want to show my support for OnA. If someone would please post the various emails that I need to be bombarding, I would be highly greatful. I have been a lurker for a while and I I am regretful. I would like to do what I can to ensure free speech is a right not a issue.

This effects all of us. If you do not see that then we are doomed.

There's actually a shitload of emails listed a few posts up from yours on this page. It's hummer26's post, 5th from the top.

[MustSaveOA]

I've sent my email to XM threatening to cancel my two subs. I think they'd be crazy to fire O&A, but then I had another thought. What if XM & Sirius have information that the FTC is close to approving the merger? With Howard's unbelievable paycheck and ego, can we really expect the new company to keep O&A? This could all just be an excuse to get rid of O&A and have just one high paid "shock jock" on the air. Food for thought...

[pigcooker]

I've sent my email to XM threatening to cancel my two subs. I think they'd be crazy to fire O&A, but then I had another thought. What if XM & Sirius have information that the FTC is close to approving the merger? With Howard's unbelievable paycheck and ego, can we really expect the new company to keep O&A? This could all just be an excuse to get rid of O&A and have just one high paid "shock jock" on the air. Food for thought...
why in the hell would you "threaten" shit have some balls and cancell outright if they come back pay the fuckin $10 activation and get your service reactivated:mad4:

[HDLM1]

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?

I apologize in advance if this appears in multiple threads, but I feel that it bears repeating as necessary.

Soooo... DC stockholders need to GO to the stockholder meeting in DC and ask:

- How many subscribers have cancelled in the last 10 days?

- Will XM consider an immediate reinstatement to get those subscribers back?

- Was the suspension of O&A a political move by XM to gain favor with Congress in consideration of the proposed Sirius/XM merger?

Immediately report back to the media what their answers are. I am a stockholder, live in Philadelphia and considering taking the day off and driving to DC to ask the questions myself! I only have 1,000 shares, but are considering selling them at a $6 LOSS per share rather than staying involved with a company that has exhiblited the worst diplay of mismanagement and bad judgement that I have ever seen!

And while I am at it, to the incredible number of naive people writing and saying, "Oooo... it'll cost me $60 (or $70 or $100) to cancel and I can't afford it...", or, "... I am going to wait and see if they come back in 30 days", or, "...I am taking the credit because it still hits them in the wallet", blah, blah, blah... WAKE UP!!!!!!!!!!

Are your rights under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution only worth 60 to 100 bucks?!??! Puh-LEASE!!! Take the pain, grow a spine and stand up for your rights. You really will feel better. Forget the money. Do the right thing!!

Call XM, refuse any credit, demand immediate cancellation of your account, hang up and know that you have made a difference.

Thanks!

[seabosco]

To whom it may concern;

I have canceled my 4 accounts and have pledged to reimburse my employees expense for removing ,canceling and or the price difference for using the competitor,( I purchased coffee gift cards so they would not shop at starbucks )if it is more expensive than your current advertisers.

I am also requesting they are sure to mention on Job sites to cancel xm radio and to not use any products being sold on the xm airwaves.

My 4 may not hurt but the trucks in my fleet that drive an average of 50 miles a day now say cancel xm satellite radio

$60 per truck just to denounce xm

256 employees
128 vehicles

regretfully
Peter *****
Foothills ***********

[seabosco]

what does this mean

Your message did not reach some or all of the intended recipients.

Subject: XM advertisers executives and sponsors
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[seabosco]

I AM OUT OF THE OFFICE WITH LIMITED E-MAIL ACCESS. I WILL BE RETURNING NO LATER THAN MONDAY MAY 21--. IF URGENT-- PLEASE TRY KERRY DUNN AT 202 380 4384--OR IF IT'S IN REGARD TO ARTIST CONFIDENTIAL, PLEASE EMAIL JAYME.KARP@XMRAIO.COM OTHERWISE, PLEASE REACH OUT ON OR AFTER THE 20TH. THANKS

LEE

[CyndiWilliams]

DONT BUY STOCK!!!!

XM stock going up after suspending OnA is NOT sending the right message

Not if we all dump it at the same time....REALLY hit them where it hurts

[bedpeddler]

I like the stock idea.. shouldnt be too expensive.

joking aside, i feel pretty confident that XM will stand by them on this... their comment on the 202 page seems like a good sign
The comment is bullshit! it says "check back in mid June for O&A" not "O&A will be back in June". They are not using absolutes in describing O&A's future. The wording is very specific.

[bedpeddler]

Hey guys, I hate to say this but XM's stock went up 12 cents today. Investors must be getting stock tips from board room Jimmy!!

[jimmiestits]

this isnt just about this particular show any more. even if they come back, it wont be the same. make a statement - email everyone - keep the pressure on so maybe some day we can again hear truly free and open radio

[AndrewAZ]

Has anyone got a response back from anyone at XM besides an auto response?

[elitemrp]

what does this mean

Your message did not reach some or all of the intended recipients.
........................

It means your email provider does not allow you to send to that many people at once (to prevent spam)

Looks like you'll have to send emails 1 at a time

[Deathshead]

Dial 202-380-4393 for a direct line into XM Headquarters in Washington D.C. I just called and was put right thru.

DO NOT CALL ANY OTHER NUMBERS to voice your opinion on the Opie and Anthony suspension.
You will be transferred to a liar SAVAGE in some 3rd world country and will not get much done.

Keep calling to voice your anger about the suspension.
202-380-4393
202-380-4393
202-380-4393
202-380-4393

[slider99]

Don't for a minute think CBS wouldn't get rid of O&A if they could. Fact is they don't have anyone to replace them with, don't want to take a hit in revenue. You can bet your last buck they are working on a replacement strategy and as soon as they come up with one...
Why should we trust any of the suits???

[Argos]

Start campaigning against the advertisers that advertise on any XM channel but especially 202. Write those who are currently advertising demanding that they pull the spots & write those who have pulled their spot thanking them!

[Argos]

Start campaigning against the advertisers that advertise on any XM channel but especially 202. Write those who are currently advertising demanding that they pull the spots & write those who have pulled their spot thanking them!

[Argos]

Start campaigning against the advertisers that advertise on any XM channel but especially 202. Write those who are currently advertising demanding that they pull the spots & write those who have pulled their spot thanking them!:icon_evil

[Irish57]

I want an answer on the Firing! I want at least 20 other people along with myself to e-mail hugh and elo demanding to know if O&A will be able to ride out the 30 days or if they will be fired. Tell us now!

Hugh.Panero@xmradio.com

eric.logan@xmradio.com

Gary.Parsons@xmradio.com


"They are playing ball and riding out the supension. I demand to know if they pay their dues and learn their lesson over the next 30 days they may resume their XM enployment or will be fired? If they are to be fired, tell me now! -Jay"
thanks for the email addresses cokelogic

[OAPartyCrock]

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?

I dont really think the problem iw what they said, but who they said it about. GW Bush appointed the head of the FCC and XM may be concerned that Powell (I forget the 1st name) may be concerned about how his boss may react to the OnA show and Homless Mikes comments.
Technically this should have no effect, but XM mants to make a statement just in case by Suspending the duo making sure this will not effect the merger.

I wasn't fond of the merger from the beginning (monopoly and all), but it wasn't important enough to do anything.
Now things are different. It is affecting the Freedom of Speach. Imagine they didn't have a competitor and decided that they didnt want conservite or liberal talk. With a competitor they have to have varied programming otherwise people will choose the other company.

I sent a letter to the FCC against the merger. I also emailed both my senators about it. Now to move onto my congressman.

[Irish57]

If you have not yet sent your letter to XM saying that you are going to cancel your XM subscription(s) if O&A are fired, please do it right now.

CBS has responded, and said that they got the message, so let's make sure that the XM executives get the message as well.

What does XM supposedly want? What do they need?

They want approval for their merger. Who can prevent that?

(1) Your representatives and senators -- Tell XM you are going to write to your representatives in Congress arguing against the proposed merger (as anticompetitive, as opposed to /ANGRY TYPING GUY "THEY FIRED O&A!" /ATG.

- or -

(2) Federal regulators (SEC) -- Buy a share of XMSR, and tell them that you are concerned about shareholder value. By firing O&A they would knowingly lose subscriptions. As subscriptions are a key financial indicator for the stock, the price of the stock could fall, thereby violating their fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders. (There has to be at least one attorney out there that can draft a sample shareholder derivative complaint).

Or, I could just be full of crap.

Thoughts?
This is a copy of what I sent to XM, XM Executives, Fox News and other media sources, all that I can find.


I AM OUTRAGED.

XM, in all of its wisdom suspended Opie and Anthony on channel 202, but can you please explain to me why Bill O'Reilly on the Fox News channel, can make a joke about sexual assault, and that is completely acceptable.

Let me inform you to the EXTREAMLY different contexts of the two different situations.

Opie and Anthony had a homeless person who obviously was mentally unstable speaking about sex, rough sex, even assault on Laura Bush, Con-D Rice and the queen. IT NEVER HAPPEND IT WAS A FANTASY, AN ATTEMPT AT HUMOR, But it certainly did not happen, and never will happen. Sane people listening to the show are not going to run out and try to sexually assault, the afore mentioned women.

Now for the segment on O'Reilly's news show, the comments there were made about a woman that was ACTUALLY sexually assaulted. THIS HAPPEND TO A REAL PERSON. But somehow XM, and the CEO, CFO, Program Directors, and the Board have no problem with Fox News and Bill O'Reilly saying that a woman, that was sexually assaulted, lost out twice because the assault only lasted two minutes.

Explain to me how a news show that does not have a "XL" rating is allowed to make these types of comments?

I am outraged and depending on your answer, may or may not be a XM subscriber.

Oh and by the way Bill, Please apologize, like Imus, JV & Elvis, and Opie and Anthony, and be prepared to lose your job, your livelihood, because you made a comment or a bad joke.

Seth T. Wilburn
Terre Haute, IN
XM member since 2004

[dnaguy]

XM finally replied to my message(s)!!!!!!

http://getsfb.wordpress.com/2007/05/20/xm-responded-to-me/

Woo hoo!

[Robby_Mac]

Hey Guys this will be sent to XM soon Please Sign it if you allready haven;t

http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/opieandanthonyxm

[umo]

There are millions of Americans who passionately believe in free speech and hate the chilling affect wanton political correctness is having on talk radio. What if defenders of free speech organize, pool their financial resources and buy a majority share of XM stock? As owners we would have the power to put an end to their censorship policies which will restore and fulfill satellite radio's promise of unfettered free speech.

Hugh Panero is an empty suit
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/umo/gone_missing_2.jpg

[lucky_lynch]

been looking for that email adress what is it for those guys?

[burmart]

I don't care about fights between one set of millionaires and another set of millionaires. Especially when its not about anything involving the government or my tax dollars.

[BlindWes]

XM finally replied to my message(s)!!!!!!

http://getsfb.wordpress.com/2007/05/20/xm-responded-to-me/

Woo hoo!
Don't you just love scripted responses? "Anthony", Habib, or whatever his name is has likely never heard of O&A before this suspension, and probably lives in India, where they don't have XM anyway.

In answer to the question you posed about how to find out how many have cancelled because of this, I think the only way is for pests who happen to be shareholders and can make it to Friday's meeting to ask some very direct questions, and respectfully demand some honest answers.

I realize I'm stating the obvious, but...

[AirborneMP]

Ok Done!! But I'm not canceling my XM. The thought of regular radio makes my balls shrivel


you have no balls. good day sir!

[rmartin7310]

I do not accept your apologie. Fair is fair, I want a 30 day suspension of all management and programming personal that is responisble for this action. Nothing less and nothing more. You did not accept the apology from Opie and Anthony, why should we accept yours. You must accept this punishment like you gave to the boys. Nothing less is acceptable. I expect to see a list of all personal that will be susupened as soon as possible.
Roger Martin
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[rmartin7310]

I sent this as a reply to those Upper management numnuts. They think that an apology will satisfy me. THEY are so wrong. I got several emails from them and thought they did to stand accountable. I am not a smart man, and don't know how to spread this idea. If this is a good idea, maybe we should all reply to those emails and ask for a 30 day suspension for the management and programmers. Just a thought what do you all think?

Roger Martin just a dum asss trucker

[El Cunto]

I sent this as a reply to those Upper management numnuts. They think that an apology will satisfy me. THEY are so wrong. I got several emails from them and thought they did to stand accountable. I am not a smart man, and don't know how to spread this idea. If this is a good idea, maybe we should all reply to those emails and ask for a 30 day suspension for the management and programmers. Just a thought what do you all think?

Roger Martin just a dum asss trucker

I hear what you are saying but you know that shit is never gonna fly. It would be sweet to see it though.

[rachacha]

Below is the email I sent my Congressman, take it and use it if you'd like. Either way just make sure you contact the FCC and your Congressional Reps and Senators and make it known you oppose the merger


I would just like to make it known Congressman Reynolds that I oppose a merger between the two Satellite Radio companies XM and Sirius. This will in no way benefit users as a whole. For those that wish to have the services of both companies it's very easy and inexpensive to pay for both services. If these two companies were to merge it will leave no competition within the satellite radio world to keep prices reasonable. Once they merge they own the whole market and therefore can charge whatever price they want. Either both of these companies find a way to succeed financially on there own or the fail on there own. That's the true nature of free market capitalism. If they are allowed to merge they will monopolize the market and only subscribers like me will lose out.

Thanks for your time

[lil unit]

nice

[Burger]

I've sent 4 emails and two snail mails to every XM exec listed - and those were courteous letters expressing my dissatisfaction with the suspension - zero response from anyone. After I call him a dolt, this is the first response I've gotten from anyone..... WFT?

Subject: Re:
Date: Wed, 23 May 2007 12:23:58 -0400
From: "Logan, Eric" <Eric.Logan@xmradio.com> Add to Address BookAdd to Address Book Add Mobile Alert
To: XXXXXXX@yahoo.com

Thanks Chip


----- Original Message -----
From: Chip Beckman <XXXXXX@yahoo.com>
To: Logan, Eric
Sent: Wed May 23 12:22:58 2007

You XM execs are such dolts. This video is so simple, yet so dead-on accurate.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDGhjgF8crA


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