Everyone has a different story.  For some at Bell that have been let go, it could be a hard pill to swallow and likely came at a very bad time.  Others it may be the start of better days.  I have known people that were let go in both radio and newspapers in purges like this and it was the best thing that happened to them professionally. 

Most had total career changes and ended up in a business that paid better, had better security and much more opportunity for advancement.  Do they miss broadcasting?  Most not at all.  They enjoyed the time in radio or TV but almost all wanted to move on and don't regret changing careers. 

One good friend said he may work part time on the side when he retires if something is available at a small station or community outlet.  But he says if that doesn't happen, with everything available to even start your own station he may even do something like that.  But he has said his new career was much better organized and professional than his years in broadcasting and offered him real chances at advancement and training.