Margaux Rentzel has grown to be an important part of the KDKA afternoon drive show. That will end, however, as she’s departing the station next month.
What We Know: On Tuesday, host Colin Dunlap revealed that Rentzel, who has served as a producer and news anchor for the station, will depart the Pittsburgh news/talk station. Rentzel originally joined the station two years ago. She was one of the inaugural members of the KDKA’s Next Take show. That program is hosted and produced by University of Pittsburgh students. Rentzel’s final day at KDKA Radio will be on Friday, June 5th.
What They Said: “I have had a lot of fun. I never dreaded coming to work, which I know is crazy to say. But I have a lot of fun with my coworkers. I have a lot of fun here. It’s been a great time … I’ve had a great time on this show. I’ve had a great time anchoring and doing all the things. But that time has come to an end.” -Margaux Rentzel
What Remains Unclear: Who will step into the role vacated by Rentzel’s departure at KDKA Radio. Additionally, Rentzel — who shared she was moving closer to her hometown of Philadelphia — did not share firm details on what her next move is. She did share that her next endeavor is outside of the radio business.
What It Means: The reason KDKA’s Next Take was created was to help build the next generation of radio hosts, anchors, producers, and staffers. While Rentzel is departing her full-time role with the station, it’s clear that even producing one full-time member of the staff shows the success of the program.
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