Many of show's fans who canceled their Sirius XM plans, have said they would be happy to pay Cumia directly for a new radio show or podcast. (The "Opie and Anthony Show" was only available to Sirius XM customers who paid extra for premium channels.) Having confirmed he will continue with a radio show, Cumia does not yet have a price set for his show, "I haven't figured any of [the cost] out yet, I'm still talking with a lot of people about what platform to use and what the cost will be. I can guarantee it'll be less than Sirius XM."

Though the details of his show are not yet established, Cumia is thankful for the reaction from his fans, "I love all the support. It really is refreshing to see in this business. I think they're making an impact. They're making their voices heard, that is absolutely great. They're displeased with what happened and letting the powers that be know that with their dollars."

As for Hughes and Norton continuing the show without him, Cumia gave them his blessing, "I understand the position they've been put in, I love those guys. I completely get it."

Cumia also hopes to work with the other staff of the "Opie and Anthony Show" in the future, including Sam Roberts, Roland Campos, Sal Gallassio, and Erik Nagel, although he confirmed that they also continue to be employed by Sirius XM. "I'm sure [the staff] will have jobs still. I can't see them getting thrown out of there because of an out-of-context reading of tweets. But look, if they're made available at some point, I'd love to work with them. They're all really great."

While the show will take on new life, it seems obvious that Cumia will not be returning to Sirius XM. As for the name of show, it is unclear whether it will change to the "Opie and Jim Show" or remain the "Opie and Anthony Show." Sirius XM did not immediately reply to request for comment.

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