After 25 years with Adult Standards, Cumulus Media has flipped 1400 KTUC Tucson AZ to Conservative Talk “Freedom 1400“.
Utilizing a mix of programming from Westwood One and Fox News Radio, KTUC’s lineup will feature syndicated voices in all timeslots. The lineup features Brian Kilmeade from 6-9am, Dan Bongino from 9am-12pm, Chris Plante from 12-3pm, Fox Across America with Jimmy Failla from 3-6pm, Ben Shapiro from 6-7pm, Guy Benson 7-10pm, and Red Eye Radio from 10pm-6am. Weekends will feature a mix of best-of-shows and Audacy’s “BetQL” Sports Betting programming.
KTUC registered a 1.0 share in the July 2023 Nielsen Audio ratings. The new format joins iHeartMedia’s 790 KNST and Bustos Media’s “1030 The Voice” KVOI in Tucson Conservative Talk landscape. KNST is currently eighth in the market with a 4.3 share, while KVOI has a 0.6.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that Tucson, AZ, radio station KTUC-AM re-launched as the all-new Freedom 1400, Tucson’s Conservative Talk Station. The station was previously programmed as Adult Standards-formatted KTUC 1400, and flipped to the Conservative Talk format on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Midnight. Concurrently, Cumulus Tucson launched Freedom 1400’s new website at https://www.freedom1400.com/.
Leading the charge on Freedom 1400 is an impressive lineup of renowned talk show hosts, each bringing their unique insights and expertise to the forefront. Freedom 1400 listeners can expect the incisive wit and analytical prowess of Dan Bongino, the eloquent and rapid-fire commentary of Ben Shapiro, the insightful reporting of Brian Kilmeade, the thought-provoking insights of David Benson, and the articulate and unapologetic perspective of Chris Plante. From politics to current events, from economics to social issues, Freedom 1400 will be the go-to source for listeners seeking intelligent and informed discussions.
Ken Kowalcek, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Tucson, said: “Freedom 1400 is poised to revolutionize talk radio in Tucson and beyond. Specializing in thought-provoking conservative talk shows, Freedom 1400 will be the ultimate destination for engaging discussions, insightful analysis, and a platform for diverse perspectives. Let Freedom 1400 ring!”
Herb Crowe, Program Director, Freedom 1400, commented: “We’re thrilled to unveil Freedom 1400, Tucson’s Conservative Talk Station. As we embark on this exciting journey, we’re committed to providing a platform for open dialogues, diverse viewpoints, and robust discussions that matter to our community. With our esteemed lineup of talk show hosts, we’re confident that Freedom 1400 will become an essential source of information and insight for our listeners.”
This story first appeared on radioinsight.com