Golden Nuggets: Prayers up for Greg Papa

“I have been diagnosed with cancer and am currently undergoing treatment,” Papa said in a statement. “As I fully focus on my treatment and work toward a full recovery, I’m stepping away from my broadcasts but look forward to returning soon.”

Papa’s son, Derek, a co-host on KNBR’s afternoon show, said on the air that he shared listeners’ desire to have his dad return this year. But Derek Papa added that his focus was on his father surviving the “battle” he’s facing.

“I know you all want to hear him (on the radio) this season,” he said. “I’ll be honest, I think that will be very difficult.”

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