Apparently arising from a recording of an off-air conversation regarding the naming of the Washington Football Team from about five years ago, Sam Mayes announced that he has been terminated from Tyler Media (Franchise). Cara Rice has also apparently been terminated for something related to the same incident.
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What happened to Mike Mayes and Cara rice?
Mayes went on to become a sports broadcaster for Tyler Media’s 107.7 in Oklahoma City. However, he was reportedly fired recently after a 2016 audio recording surfaced with what is said to be Mayes and his colleague Cara Rice making inappropriate comments about Native Americans.
Is it okay to blame Cara rice?
IMO, attempting to blame Cara Rice only makes him look worse, which is saying something given his recorded remarks. It would be hard to say more offensive things in this state and he has no career outside Oklahoma. I took a glance at Twitter out of curiosity to how people were responding.
What happened to Rachel Rice on Oklahoma City radio?
Rice has worked at multiple stations in Oklahoma City previously co-hosting afternoons at KRXO-FM with Mayes and Colby Daniels. She previously served as local morning voice on the station’s former Classic Rock format during the Bob & Tom Show. She moved from KRXO-FM to KMGL in January 2019.
What happened to Mike Mayes of the franchise?
Mayes, a former Oklahoma University and NFL lineman, has been with The Franchise since its launch in August 2013 first in late mornings and then afternoons. Mayes also currently co-hosts 9-11am on Stephens Media Group’s “ 97.1 The Sports Animal ” KYAL-FM Tulsa. Mayes released the following statement on Saturday regarding his termination:
What happened to Kara on Magic 104.1 OKC?
We've learned that Tyler Media has parted ways with Sam Mayes and Cara Rice after apparent hot-mic audio emerged Thanksgiving night of them making disparaging jokes about Native Americans in 2016...
What happened to Sam Mays?
Oklahoma City radio host Sam Mayes fired after leak of his off-air 2016 comments on Native Americans. Mayes' "Hashtag Lysol" in a 2016 off-air conversation on Native Americans led to his firing.
Who is Cara Rice?
Cara Rice followed a career in advertising until a major health crisis was the catalyst for her surprising change in direction. In this episode of Inside Coaching, Cara shares her journey from a life-threatening illness to a thriving, 6-figure business coaching introverted coaches who are ready to rise.
Who is Sam Mayes?
Sam Mayes (born 20 May 1994) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with the Brisbane Lions and the Port Adelaide Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Playing statistics correct to the end of Season 2021.
Where is Mike Steely now?
Mike owns his own media company, Steelman Media LLC. He and his wife Shea live in Norman with their 3 dogs.
Is Sam Mayes on the sports Animal?
John Hoover and Sam Mayes cover all sports with plenty of insight and opinion!
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Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
Apparently arising from a recording of an off-air conversation regarding the naming of the Washington Football Team from about five years ago, Sam Mayes announced that he has been terminated from Tyler Media (Franchise).
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
I agree with him that he's not the main actor here, but even continuing that discussion ain't great.
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
Not only were the comments reprehensible but Sam is an idiot for not knowing Natives have been agitating against the Redskins name forever.
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
I agree with him that he's not the main actor here, but even continuing that discussion ain't great.
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
I took a glance at Twitter out of curiosity to how people were responding.
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
I have no idea who those two are, but since it's from 5 years ago, I think someone, maybe even at Tyler Media, sat on this for years, just waiting for what they perceived to be the right time to drop the hammer. The most interesting is Who? And Why?
Re: Tyler Media fires Sam Mayes and Cara Rice
Correct me if I'm wrong, but they talked about how if this got out they would lose their jobs. They both knew how wrong this was.
