San Diego Radio: KEGY Debuts Tonya & Sonic Morning Show

KEGY-FM Energy 103.7 has a new weekday morning show  from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. “Tonya and Sonic” features co-hosts Tonya Gonzalez and Sean “Sonic” Leckie.

Gonzalez, a Chula Vista native, began her radio career in 2007 at KHTS where she worked as an intern. For 10 years, she worked with A.J. Machado, who spent five years at Energy 103.7 before switching in August to host the morning show on KyXy 96.5-FM, also operated by CBS Radio San Diego.

“I am beyond thrilled to officially kick off something new, something local, something fresh for our listeners here in San Diego with my partner Sonic,” said Gonzalez. “I’ve been one of Energy 103.7’s biggest cheerleaders since the beginning and I’m so grateful for this opportunity to do real radio every morning here in my hometown.”

Leckie also began his career as an intern at KHTS when Machado was there. Leckie worked in Atlanta and helped launch WWPW Power 96.1 as afternoon host. He then returned to San Diego as afternoon host on Energy 103.7 and developed two online video series, including “TacoShoppin” and “SingleInSanDiego.”

“Starting as intern in this market with huge morning talent, I never imagined I would be co-hosting morning drive in San Diego,” said Leckie. “Thank you to Tonya for believing in me to team up and share the airwaves with her. What a radio ride I’m on right now. It’s a good feeling.”

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“There’s no mistaking the drive and passion Tonya and Sonic have for winning,” said Chris Patyk, KEGY-FM program director. “Their chemistry together is undeniable and they know this city and the Energy listeners. We’re excited to bring everyone along for the ride.”  An official launch party will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28, at the Lair Nightclub in the Gaslamp Quarter.