Audacy’s ESPN Memphis Announces Lineup Changes
Audacity sports talk WMFS-AM/FM, Memphis “92.9 FM ESPN” is making a series of programming changes as 16-year host and local columnist Geoff Calkins exits to focus on his role at the Daily Memphian. Effective January 12, “J&J” with John Martin and Jason
Smith will air from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and “Jeffrey Wright and Company” is expands to a three-hour show airing from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm. Station brand manager and operations manager Brad Carson comments, “Since helping launch the station in 2010, Geoff Calkins defined the brand through his unique ability to blend smart, prepared sports storytelling with deeply resonant coverage of the broader Memphis community. We’re excited for the new generation of talent he personally mentored to build upon the powerful legacy he leaves behind and the foundation he built. Our listeners can remain confident that the station will uphold its commitment to unrivaled sports coverage and the authentic, community-driven storytelling that Memphis relies on.”
outlets. Hartman currently serves in the same role for the company’s Chattanooga stations, a position she will continue to hold. In Memphis, Hartman succeeds Dan Barron, who was recently named SVP and market manager in New Orleans. Audacy regional president Claudia Menegus comments, “Memphis and Chattanooga are lucky to have Nichole’s leadership as a vital building block to local market success. She continues on a path of consistent career growth and will elevate our Memphis market by delivering exceptional performance for our team, partners, and audiences.”