Cumulus Media announces that Nashville’s SuperTalk 99.7 WTN (WWTN-FM) has strengthened its weekday news and talk coverage with multiple lineup additions and moves debuting in January of 2025.
The powerhouse 100,000-watt News/Talk station and SuperTalk TV (YouTube) is committed to providing the best in news and compelling live and local content, and these exciting lineup changes reflect this dedication to delivering top-notch local news coverage and engaging talk programming to listeners.
On-Air Host Brian Wilson (weekdays from 3:00pm to 7:00pm), announced his retirement earlier this month, after a 50-year career in broadcasting that included stints at Fox News and WMAL-FM in Washington, D.C., before landing at SuperTalk 99.7 in 2018. Wilson will continue to contribute to SuperTalk 99.7 in a Host At-Large role.
SuperTalk 99.7’s Matt Murphy steps in as On-Air Host, Afternoon Drive (weekdays from 3:00pm to 7:00pm), after hosting weekdays on the station from Noon-3:00pm for the last three years. Murphy joined SuperTalk 99.7 in 2021 after a 19-year stint with Talk 99.5 WZRR in Birmingham, AL, as both Morning Show Host and Program Director.
Joining Cumulus Nashville and the new SuperTalk 99.7 lineup is Chad Benson, who will host a live and local show airing weekdays from Noon to 3:00pm. Benson will continue as host of his syndicated program, “The Chad Benson Show” with Radio America Network.
The station further enhances its news coverage with the addition of veteran broadcast journalist Joan Jones as News Anchor in Morning Drive with current host and 2024 Marconi Winner Dan Mandis. Jones is known for her successful 10-year career as Morning News Anchor for News/Talk station WTOP-FM in Washington, D.C. Current SuperTalk 99.7 News anchor Ken Weaver will continue to cover the News Desk weekday afternoons from 11:00am to 7:00pm.
Allison Warren, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Nashville, said: "We are thrilled to introduce these exciting changes to our lineup at SuperTalk 99.7 WTN. Each addition and shift reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality news and talk programming to our listeners. With a blend of seasoned professionals and fresh voices, we are poised to provide even more engaging and comprehensive coverage for Nashville and Middle Tennessee. We look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence and connecting with our community in new and meaningful ways."
Paul Mason, Operations Manager, Titans Radio/104.5 The Zone/SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, said: “Adding highly regarded talents Chad Benson and Joan Jones, along with repositioning Matt Murphy and Ken Weaver - while still getting to still hear Brian Wilson - is a huge win. It’s a great time for our listeners, whether they are consuming us on broadcast radio or on one of our many digital platforms.”
Matt Murphy said: “For the past three years, I’ve considered it a great honor to be a part of such an important and influential brand as Super Talk 99.7 WTN. To be offered the opportunity to entertain and inform listeners in the same chair as greats like Phil Valentine and Brian Wilson is an absolute dream come true. I look forward to building long lasting friendships with the afternoon audience for years to come.”
Chad Benson said: “I’m so excited to be a part of this legendary radio station and to work with an incredible team in an amazing city. I look forward to contributing and building strong connections with both listeners and advertisers.”
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| Brian Wilson |
SuperTalk 99.7’s Matt Murphy steps in as On-Air Host, Afternoon Drive (weekdays from 3:00pm to 7:00pm), after hosting weekdays on the station from Noon-3:00pm for the last three years. Murphy joined SuperTalk 99.7 in 2021 after a 19-year stint with Talk 99.5 WZRR in Birmingham, AL, as both Morning Show Host and Program Director.
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| Chad Benson |
The station further enhances its news coverage with the addition of veteran broadcast journalist Joan Jones as News Anchor in Morning Drive with current host and 2024 Marconi Winner Dan Mandis. Jones is known for her successful 10-year career as Morning News Anchor for News/Talk station WTOP-FM in Washington, D.C. Current SuperTalk 99.7 News anchor Ken Weaver will continue to cover the News Desk weekday afternoons from 11:00am to 7:00pm.
Allison Warren, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Nashville, said: "We are thrilled to introduce these exciting changes to our lineup at SuperTalk 99.7 WTN. Each addition and shift reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality news and talk programming to our listeners. With a blend of seasoned professionals and fresh voices, we are poised to provide even more engaging and comprehensive coverage for Nashville and Middle Tennessee. We look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence and connecting with our community in new and meaningful ways."
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| Matt Murphy |
Matt Murphy said: “For the past three years, I’ve considered it a great honor to be a part of such an important and influential brand as Super Talk 99.7 WTN. To be offered the opportunity to entertain and inform listeners in the same chair as greats like Phil Valentine and Brian Wilson is an absolute dream come true. I look forward to building long lasting friendships with the afternoon audience for years to come.”
Chad Benson said: “I’m so excited to be a part of this legendary radio station and to work with an incredible team in an amazing city. I look forward to contributing and building strong connections with both listeners and advertisers.”
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