Asheville Radio: Amanda Leatherman Joins WQNQ AM Show

Amanda Leatherman

iHeartMedia/Asheville announced Wednesday that Amanda Leatherman has been named morning show co-host and assistant program director for WQNQ 104.3 FM, Asheville's Hit Music.

Leatherman will join Josh Michael, program director and Morning Show Host for Top40 Star 104.3 beginning Jan.5, according to Citizen-Times.com.

Leatherman comes to iHeartMedia Asheville from the television world, working for networks such as ESPN and Fox Sports as a host for numerous Poker Tours throughout the country.

"I am beyond excited and honored to be chosen to co-host a top morning show and have the opportunity to entertain my new Asheville Neighbors everyday," Leatherman said in the release.

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"There was instant chemistry when Amanda and I met and recorded mock shows in the studio. Amanda's raw talent combined with the experience she's gained in the national TV scene will help bring Star 104.3's morning show to the next level," said Josh Michael.