A new morning show team has been assembled at 98.7 The Bull in Portland, as Jeff “JR” Ramsey, Jake Byron, and Mallory Santic will take over the time slot.
The move marks a return for Byron, who previously spent a decade at the station before departing last year. It’s the third time he’s worked at 98.7 The Bull and is back in the daypart he spent time in previously.
“Connoisseur Media is making possible what I only dared to dream: a return to the daypart I called home for 15 years,” said Byron. “I am so proud and excited to be part of 98.7 The Bull once again!”
Meanwhile, Ramsey joins after working in Portland, Maine at Q 97.9. He previously spent time working in markets like Nashville and Denver, among others.
“I’m fired up, grateful, and beyond excited to wake up with Portland every weekday morning on 98.7 The Bull!” Ramsey said.
Santic is a radio newcomer. A social media influencer, she is most recognizable from her time on the reality dating show Love Island.
“I’m so excited to be part of launching a new morning show on 98.7 The Bull,” said Santic. “I love Portland, I love country music, and I can’t wait to start mornings with listeners and connect with the city we call home.”
The new morning show on the Connoisseur Media country station will begin on January 20th.
“When you can take two people who grew up here and love 98.7 The Bull and add another great radio talent, you have the recipe for the perfect morning show for country fans in Portland,” said Ross MacLeod, Portland Operations Manager.
“Connoisseur Media, since our purchase of Alpha, has been going from market to market to add a stronger local presence,” said Senior Vice President of Programming Keith Dakin. “We believe that for radio to thrive in 2026, we have to be a major part of our communities, and having a strong morning show like this is a giant piece of the puzzle.”
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