Programmer Andy Bloom Convicted of Criminal Sexual Conduct

Andy Bloom

Andy Bloom, a veteran radio program director with a decades-long career in the broadcasting industry, was found guilty lastg month on two counts of criminal sexual conduct involving a minor in Minneapolis. 

He is currently awaiting sentencing in a Minneapolis prison. This conviction marks a significant fall for a figure once celebrated for his contributions to radio programming, including launching Howard Stern’s first simulcasts and managing major stations like WIP, WPHT, and WCCO. 

The details of the case have shocked the radio community, given Bloom’s high-profile career and public persona.

Bloom was convicted on two counts of criminal sexual conduct involving a minor.  The conviction occurred in Minneapolis, where Bloom was residing and working in recent years. He is currently detained in a Minneapolis prison, awaiting sentencing. Minnesota law for criminal sexual conduct can carry sentences ranging from probation to several years in prison, depending on the degree and aggravating factors.

Bloom is a well-known figure in radio, recognized for his work as a program director and media consultant. He programmed legendary stations, including:

• WIP and WPHT (Philadelphia): Operations manager from 2007 to 2015, overseeing sports and talk radio formats. He was instrumental in hiring controversial host Josh Innes and managing Howard Stern’s early simulcasts.
• WYSP (Philadelphia): Program director during Stern’s simulcast launch, a pivotal moment in national morning shows.
• KLSX (Los Angeles): Managed programming during a competitive market period.
• WCCO (Minneapolis): Operations manager, contributing to its status as a leading AM station.

This story was first reported by Crossing Board.