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Gow Broadcasting, operator of Yahoo! Sports Radio in partnership with Yahoo! Sports, announced a new weekday lineup that includes a new time for Hit ?Em Up with Geoff Ketchum and the launch of a new afternoon drive program, Prime Cut featuring Sean Salisbury and John Granato. Steve Czaban continues as morning drive anchor. He'll be followed by by Anthony Pepe and Travis Rodgers. Ketchum moves to 2-4 p.m. EST, and the new Sean Salisbury and John Granato show debuts in the 4-8 p.m. EST slot.
Yahoo! Sports Radio CEO David Gow said, ?Top to bottom, this is a really strong weekday lineup. We are originating shows from all over the country, with a wealth of experiences, insights, and perspectives. This team will resonate with affiliates and audiences.?
Ketchum is owner and publisher of Orangebloods.com, the largest of the Rivals.com websites. A longstanding sports radio host in Austin, TX, where he brought his show to #1, Ketchum provides unique commentary and analysis.
Salisbury brings a diverse set of experiences from both on and off the field. During a 10-year professional career, he played for the Seattle Seahawks, Indianapolis Colts, Minnesota Vikings, San Diego Chargers, and Houston Oilers. He also led the Winnepeg Blue Bombers to a Grey Cup championship. Salisbury has worked for ESPN and CBS Radio, and appeared in the movie The Benchwarmers.
Granato has worked in Arizona, Louisiana, Wisconsin, and spent the majority of his career in Houston, TX, where he hosted one of the longest-running, highest-rated shows in the market. Stations know him best as the host of YSR?s College Football Hour and the co-host of YSR?s ?Charlie Epps Golf Hour.?
The new lineup is (times in EST):
? 6-10 a.m. - The Steve Czaban Show (Originating from YSR affiliate 570AM, Washington, DC)
? 10 a.m.-12 p.m. - The Diehards, with Anthony Pepe (Originating from YSR affiliate 1510AM, Boston)
? 12-2 p.m. - Travis Rodgers NOW (Originating from YSR affiliate Angels Radio KLAA 830AM, Los Angeles)
? 2-4 p.m. - Hit ?Em Up with Geoff Ketchum (Originating from Austin, TX ? home of Orangebloods.com)
? 4-8 p.m. - Prime Cut with Sean Salisbury and John Granato (Originating from YSR flagship 1560AM, Houston)
