“SiriusXM Reaffirms Support for Comedians After Raw Comedy Cancellation, Clarifies Decision” — what this page in the network covers. SiriusXM is doubling down on its commitment to the comedy community after facing backlash over the cancellation of its Raw Dog Comedy channel. In an exclusive statement to Deadline, a spokesperson said the company has been listening to comedians who spoke out this week and that the decision to end Raw Comedy was made independently of any recent personnel changes, including the arrival of comedian Sebastian Maniscalco as a strategic advisor.
The clarification comes as comics online continue to criticize the satellite radio giant, which has long positioned itself as a home for stand-up. SiriusXM says it remains dedicated to supporting comedians 'at every stage of their careers' through its various platforms, including live events and on-demand content. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.