Rubber City Radio has named Tony McGinty as the new afternoon host at 107.3 WNWV (Alternative Cleveland). McGinty arrives after exiting iHeartMedia in recent layoffs.
What We Know McGinty now takes the 2-7pm slot vacated by Carrie Danger earlier this month. His iHeart tenure spanned two distinct periods—2013 to 2020, then again from February 2022 onward. During his most recent stint, he co-hosted mornings at Hot AC 98.1 WKDD Akron and programmed Rock 106.9 WRQK-FM Canton. Additionally, he hosted overnights at Rock 100.7 WMMS Cleveland.
What’s at Stake Program directors across northeast Ohio continually reshape their on-air lineups as competitive pressures mount. Afternoon slots represent critical revenue-driving dayparts for alternative formats in established markets. Strong afternoon talent directly impacts station momentum and listener engagement during key listening hours. This appointment underscores the station’s commitment to maintaining competitive programming throughout the day.
What Remains Unclear The full scope of McGinty’s duties at WNWV hasn’t been announced officially. Details about potential digital or social media responsibilities haven’t surfaced yet. Moreover, industry observers wonder whether additional staff changes could follow at the northeast Ohio iHeart cluster. Beyond these specifics, Rubber City Radio has not disclosed its broader content strategy for the hire.
What It Means McGinty’s move demonstrates how radio continues its talent recirculation following industry layoffs. Importantly, Cleveland’s alternative station strengthens its weekday on-air roster considerably. Furthermore, northeast Ohio listeners gain a familiar voice in an established afternoon timeslot. Ultimately, the hire underscores how experienced talent finds new opportunities despite broader industry consolidation.
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David Hill serves as a Music Radio Editor, Columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. A radio lifer with more than 30 years behind the mic, in the control room, and in the program director’s chair, David’s career spans influential stops at brands such as WIYY 98 Rock, WBAL-AM, and 99X. He has worked across multiple formats and ownership groups, including iHeartMedia and Cumulus Media, developing talent, breaking music, and navigating every major industry shift from diary to PPM and terrestrial dominance to streaming disruption. When he’s not writing or analyzing the industry, Dave runs The Tune Farm, a marketing firm built to help artists and brands grow audience the same way great radio always has—by creating connection, not just impressions. He can be reached at David@BarrettMedia.com.