Friday, September 20, 2024

Phoenix Radio: Niko Petrou Lands New Deal At KOOL-FM


Audacy has announced a multiyear contract extension with BIG 94.5 (KOOL-FM) afternoon show host Niko Petrou. Petrou will continue to be heard on “The Niko Show” on weekdays from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. MT.

“We’re ecstatic to bring listeners Niko’s electrifying energy for another three years,” said Dave Pugh, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy Phoenix. “After two decades on the radio, Niko still knows how to put on a lively show, and we’re excited for him to continue turning up the party during afternoons on BIG 94.5!”

Niko Petrou
“I’ve had an amazing experience since joining Audacy and moving to Phoenix. I’m beyond grateful for the listeners who have matched my vibe and helped me feel at home here,” said Petrou. “Thanks so much to Dave Pugh, Chris Hernandez and Larry Morgan for continuing to support this playground we call work. There are BIG things to come, and I cannot wait to continue relishing in all that Phoenix offers.”

Petrou is a 20-year radio veteran who joined the Company in 2018 as a morning show co-host for sister station KMLE Country 107.9 (KMLE-FM). Before KMLE Country 107.9, Niko held various roles at WBMP-FM, including assistant program director, music director and midday on-air personality, as well as evening on-air host for WHTZ-FM in New York. He also previously hosted Music Choice’s “The Cut" and announced some of the biggest artists at Madison Square Garden.

🎧Listeners can tune in to BIG 94.5 (KOOL-FM) in Phoenix on air and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station via X, Facebook and Instagram.

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