America in the Morning will end after 42 years on the air. Westwood One will replace the program with The Bongino Report AM this month.
What We Know: Westwood One will air the final edition of America in the Morning on Friday, September 18th. The show has been a staple of morning radio for 42 years. Jim Bohannon originally anchored the program before stepping away in 2015. John Trout then took over as the show’s host and has led it since. However, Westwood One will end the program as it prepares to launch The Bongino Report AM. Dan Bongino‘s new nationally syndicated morning show will debut Monday, September 21st.
What’s at Stake: The move marks the end of one of the longest-running programs in nationally syndicated radio. For Westwood One, the decision also creates a new opportunity to build its morning lineup around Bongino. The conservative commentator already has a substantial national audience through his radio and digital platforms. Meanwhile, America in the Morning has provided affiliates with a long-running news-oriented morning option.
What Remains Unclear: Westwood One hasn’t publicly detailed the future plans for Trout following the show’s cancellation. It’s also unclear how many affiliates will carry The Bongino Report AM when it launches. Additionally, the network hasn’t disclosed whether stations will receive the new program as a direct replacement for America in the Morning.
What It Means: The transition represents another significant change in the nationally syndicated radio landscape. After 42 years, America in the Morning will leave the air as Westwood One gives Bongino a larger presence in morning programming. Ultimately, the move signals the network’s willingness to prioritize a high-profile personality over an established news format.
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