77 WABC is expanding its weekend programming, as Fernando Mateo is adding a weekend show to the New York news/talk station’s lineup.
Mateo is a familiar voice to New York radio listeners. He previously was a mayoral candidate in the city. Additionally, he’s the co-founder and spokesman for the United Bodegas of America, and the chairman of the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers.
“There are 65 million Hispanics in the U.S. and New York City is home to nearly three million of this fast-growing population,” said 77 WABC and Red Apple Media owner John Catsimatidis. “When you factor in all of New York State, as well as our four neighboring states, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, it’s close to ten million Hispanics. With Mateo as part of our on-air lineup, we can super serve the needs and interests of the Hispanic community.”
Beginning on Sunday, he’ll launch No Excuses with Fernando Mateo. The show will air at 6 PM ET. According to the station, Mateo’s show will feature listener calls and interviews with community leaders.
“WABC is the most powerful talk radio station in America, and it’s an honor to join a place that isn’t afraid to tell the truth,” said Mateo. “No Excuses is exactly what this show stands for: accountability, action, and results. This program will be about real issues, real people, and real solutions, from the New York streets to the halls of government. I am bringing the voices of working New Yorkers directly to the airwaves.”
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