Natasha Castles Joins Live 101.5/Phoenix Mornings

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Natasha Castles

Natasha Castles (pictured) is named the newest member of "The Morning Mess" on CHR KALV-FM (Live 101.5) Phoenix, joining hosts Joey Boy and Aneesh, weekdays from 6-10am. Castles will retain her post as afternoon host from 3-7pm. Over on co-owned Country KMLE-FM, Jeana Shepard has is named the new night personality and can be heard weekdays from 9pm-12midnight. Shepard replaces Castles in nights and will continue as midday host on Live 101.5 from 10am-3pm.

"Both Natasha and Jeana are amazing air talents that have already entertained and connected with our audiences," said CBS Radio Phoenix VP/Programming Tim Richards. "With Natasha joining Joey Boy and Aneesh on The Morning Mess we know there are great things in store for morning listeners. The KMLE Nation has always been a big supporter of Jeana and we're excited to have her back on the station as our night host."

"I couldn't be more excited to take this new journey with The Morning Mess and expand my passion for radio," said Castles. "Joey Boy and Aneesh are amazing and it already feels like family. CBS Radio and the Live 101.5 team have been supportive and I am beyond grateful to Dave Pugh and Tim Richards for the opportunity to grow even more in this market. I can't wait to get started."

"I'm so excited to be back full time on KMLE," remarked Shepard. "KMLE has always had a piece of my heart and it's an awesome feeling to be coming back. I never really 'left' being on weekends, but being full time again on KMLE is an incredible feeling. I'm excited to learn and grow more as I also continue on Live 101."