AM 570 The Answer in Washington, D.C. has announced a new morning show for the Salem Media news/talk station.
What We Know: American Ground Radio will air from 7-9 AM. Stephen Parr previously worked as a television news anchor and reporter before getting into radio. Louis Avallone, meanwhile, is an attorney and entrepreneur. He became a U.S. citizen after coming to the country from Italy as a child.
What They Said: “We’re thrilled to bring American Ground Radio to the heart of our nation’s capital. Stephen and Louis create a space where listeners can engage, be inspired, and find common ground.” -AM 570 The Answer GM David Howard
What Remains Unclear: How long the show will be in morning drive. No contractual terms for Stephen Parr and Louis Avallone were revealed in the announcement.
What It Means: The station likely couldn’t air O’Connor & Company. That show, which is now nationally syndicated by Salem Radio Network, airs on competitor 105.9 WMAL. Despite now being aired nationally by SRN, it remained on the Cumulus Media news/talk outlet. The two hosts are experienced in a vast field of subjects that are important to D.C.-area listeners.
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