Westwood One has made it’s decision: WMAL host Vince Coglianese will join its national lineup to fill the hole vacated by Dan Bongino.
The VINCE Show will air on weekdays from 12-3 PM ET, the same timeslot previously occupied by Bongino. Additionally, the WMAL host will helm a one-hour daily podcast preceding the radio show — similar to Bongino — titled VINCE.
Both shows will be produced in conjunction between Westwood One and Silverloch Productions, the company recently founded by Bongino — operated by his wife, Paula — to divorce himself from his media endeavors as he embarks on a career as the Deputy Director of the FBI.
“I am beyond thrilled to be stepping into this role with Westwood One and Silverloch and can’t thank my WMAL family in Washington enough for the 8 incredible years we’ve already spent together,” said Coglianese. “I also want to offer a special thank you to Dan Bongino for selflessly returning to service for his country. His decency and sacrifice are a true testament to his character.
“Now we take things to the next level. I’m deeply conscious of the history-making legacies of these broadcasts, which is why we will be delivering the ultimate 3-hour live radio show and 1-hour podcast for the millions of Americans who demand the truth. I promise this will be the most entertaining, informative, and efficient way to equip yourself in the golden age of America. I can’t wait for March 17th, and I hope you’ll join me.”
“Vince’s star has been on the rise, and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the unparalleled Westwood One platform to expand his reach even further,” said Westwood One President Collin Jones. “Vince’s unparalleled ability to combine realism with sharp political insight makes him the ideal host to captivate audiences across both live radio and podcasting. The VINCE Show and VINCE podcast will quickly become cornerstones of our industry-leading conservative talk lineup.”
The new nationally syndicated show will debut on Monday, March 17th. It will feature more than 250 affiliates when it begins, including WMAL in Washington D.C., 790 KABC in Los Angeles, WLS-AM 890 in Chicago, WBAP in Dallas, 810 KSFO in San Francisco, and KCMO Talk Radio in Kansas City, among others.
“Vince brings a fresh and engaging perspective to conservative talk radio, and I am thrilled to see him join our portfolio and the Westwood One lineup,” said Paula Bongino. “As my husband Dan embarks on his new role as Deputy Director of the FBI, we are both confident Vince’s ability to connect with listeners and tackle important issues with both passion and clarity will guide the future of conservative media.”
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