A Triple M producer and presenter has announced her shock exit from a national radio show.
Loren Barry revealed she is no longer on the lineup of The Marty Sheargold Show on Thursday.
‘All good things must come to an end, and unfortunately my time on The Marty Sheargold Show has done just that,’ she in an Instagram post.
‘Because of our listeners, this show has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
‘I’ve loved, loved, loved my time on the show but I am excited for what the future holds.’
Loren has been absent from The Marty Sheargold Show for more than a week, sparking questions from listeners about her whereabouts.
A Triple M producer and presenter has announced her shock exit from a national radio show
Loren Barry took to Instagram on Thursday and revealed she is no longer on the lineup of The Marty Sheargold Show
Meanwhile, Sheargold addressed her departure on his podcast on Thursday.
‘Her time as a producer on the show has ended,’ he said.
‘She’s going to be looking at a couple of really good options for herself moving forward that’ll test her skill set more than I can offer her here, which she’s absolutely entitled to do and will do well.’
He added: ‘She’s staying with the group which is the most important thing, and looking to continue her growth which is what this business is about and I’m sure that’ll be an incredibly wonderful story and journey for her.’
Loren served as both a producer and co-host on the national radio show, having previously worked for Nova alongside Marty.
Several upset fans of the program voiced their goodbyes on Loren’s social media post, while many questioned her sudden departure.
‘Not even an on air send off? What aren’t we being told?’ one listener asked.
‘Won’t be the same without you, that’s for sure,’ said another.
Loren (pictured) has been absent from The Marty Sheargold Show for more than a week, sparking questions from listeners about her whereabouts
‘You were great! The whole crew were perfect together. Was an incredible show,’ someone else wrote.
Earlier this month, Triple M saw a massive shakeup at the network with Marty stepping into a new role after vacating the breakfast slot in July.
Sheargold, 53, will extend his national Marty Sheargold Show into the drive shift in Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Currently, the show airs nationally from Monday to Friday, 3-4pm.
Listeners in these regions will now enjoy an additional two hours of the popular comedian’s show from 4-6pm.
‘I’m looking forward to returning to the Drive shift for NSW and Queensland listeners in 2025 and giving them the extended version of the show,’ Sheargold said in a statement.
‘The commute home is a time to unwind and finish the day with a chat and a laugh, and that’s exactly what I will be aiming to deliver.’
Sheargold’s shift into drive means that a raft local shows will be axed in 2025.
The Rush Hour, featuring Leisel Jones, Liam Flanagan, and Ben Dobbin, which airs in Queensland, will not be returning next year.
Similarly, NSW’s Rush Hour with Gus Worland and Jude Bolton will also be discontinued.
The Adelaide and Perth Rush Hour teams will not be returning in 2025 either.
The Rush Hour team, consisting of James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless, who are currently heard in Melbourne and Tasmania, will now also be broadcast in South and Western Australia, as well as on some Triple M regional stations in the southern states.
Liesel Jones took to Instagram to share the news with her fans, posting a photo of the on-air trio.
‘Well it was fun while it lasted,’ she wrote.
‘Sad news today that @triplem_rushhour with Leisel Jones, Liam and Dobbo won’t go ahead in 2025.’
‘I’ve learnt a lot working this job and I’ve enjoyed the laughs,’ the post continued.
Earlier this month, Triple M saw a massive shakeup at the network with Marty Sheargold (pictured) stepping into a new role after vacating the breakfast slot in July
‘Our intention with this show was to always lift your drive home no matter what kind of day you’ve had.
‘I hope we were able to bring a smile or laugh to your arvo. We’ll see you round like a rissole. Until next time.’
Sheargold added that he was committed to carrying on the local teams’ legacies.
‘I also wanted to thank the teams from the Sydney, Brisbane/Gold Coast and Queensland,’ he said.
‘[They are] shows who have all had amazing stints and been hugely entertaining. I’m committed to carrying on their legacies.’
The Rush Hour team of Brayshaw and Brownless, who are currently heard in Melbourne and Tasmania, will now also air in South and Western Australia and across some Triple M regional stations in the southern states.
