Topeka Radio: Todd Nixon Exits Country KBEQ

Todd Nixon

Todd Nixon is out as Program Director and morning host at Steel City Media Country KBEQ-FM (Q104) in Kansas City. 

He joined the station in January 2017, initially as PD and midday host, before transitioning to the morning slot last January alongside Jenny Matthews. Nixon's radio career includes programming roles at various stations, including WYZB in Fort Walton Beach, KRMD-FM in Shreveport, WCKT in Fort Myers, WCTQ in Sarasota, WTQR in Greensboro, and WNCB in Raleigh.

In 2023, Nixon ventured into station ownership with the creation of Sticks Media, acquiring and relaunching 1410 KTNK & 103.7 K279CY in Lompoc, CA as Classic Country "Y'all 103.7." He is also in the process of purchasing Classic Hits WLGR (93.5 Lake FM) in Warrensburg/Glens Falls, NY.

Nixon cited industry-wide budget cuts as a factor for his departure from KBEQ. In a Facebook post, he expressed gratitude for his nine years at the station, highlighting the personal and professional growth he experienced and the relationships he formed. He also thanked his Q104 team and Jenny Matthews for reigniting his passion for on-air work, describing their collaboration as an "absolute blast."

Nixon wrote on Facebook, “Today, I had to say goodbye to the mighty KBEQ Q104. Budget cuts have impacted us, as they have across much of the industry right now. While it’s a difficult moment, my overwhelming feeling is gratitude. I’m so thankful for the last nine years—the friendships I’ve made, the personal growth I’ve experienced, and the chance to follow my dreams in a place I love. It’s been a journey filled with navigating challenges and celebrating big victories, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.