92.9 The Game has solved their midday problem, naming John Michaels as Rick Kamla’s new on-air partner. The duo made their debut today, hosting from 10a-2p. Michaels fills the void left behind by Randy Cross who was let go by the radio station in December. No explanation has been provided for Cross’ termination.
Michaels has been a sideline reporter for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network since 2011. He was also an on-air personality at The Game and 790 The Zone, before the radio station dropped all local personalities in 2014.
The Game brought in a number of high profile candidates for auditions for the vacant midday slot. Ryan Stewart of the 2 Live Stews, Dave Archer, and former NFL Tight End Randy McMichael all received consideration, and according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Archer was offered the position first but rejected the opportunity.
Regardless, Michaels now has the job and we wish him the best with the new opportunity.
Jason Barrett is the President and Founder of Barrett Media since the company was created in September 2015. Prior to its arrival, JB served as a sports radio programmer, launching brands such as 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He also spent time programming SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Jason also worked on-air and behind the scenes in local radio at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years on the national stage, producing radio shows for ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT. Among them included the Dan Patrick Show, and GameNight.
You can find JB on Twitter @SportsRadioPD. He’s also reachable by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
