Grand Rapids Radio: Another New Morning Show Coming to WIXX

After a rollercoaster of recent events at 101 WIXX announced Friday new morning show hosts, according to WFRV TV.

WIXX posted on its Facebook with the big announcement. “We have something to tell you…The brand-new hosts are Huggie and Natalie in the Morning.’

One of the morning show hosts, Dan ‘Huggie’ Amsden, joined the station back in June 2022 and took over 101.1 WIXX’s PM Drive Show. Huggie, who is from Illinois, has worked in radio in Las Vegas, Boise, Portland, and Seattle.

Huggie and Natalie

Huggie also shared the news on his Facebook page with the following message: "I can’t believe this is happening! Like I said, this is my dream. Meeting Natalie … everyone just knew that we were meant to meet and take on this journey together. She’s one of the greatest people I have ever met… you’re going to love her! Give us a chance as we grow together and build a show that everyone can love. We are geek’d to share our mornings with you… sheesh haha here we go!"

Not much is known yet of Natalie, however, WIXX commented on Huggie’s post saying that she was “a new addition to the team.”

For those who need a quick catch-up, here is a brief timeline:

• November 28 Murphy in the Morning retires from WIXX after 32 years
• November 30 Otis Day, who was previously with WIXX, announces return to radio for KISS FM
• December 8 Nick & Katie, Murphy in the Morning Co-Hosts, announce their departure from WIXX
• December 14 Chris Carson named new morning host at WIXX
• January 3 Otis Day announces Nick & Katie as Co-Hosts at KISS FM
• January 10, 2024 Chris Carson out at WIXX

A start date for Huggie and Natalie in the Morning has yet to be announced. The Facebook reel ended by saying “Coming soon."