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Bob & Tom Coming to WKQX/Chicago


Cumulus Media will be bringing the iconic Bob & Tom Show to Chicago's 101.1 WKQX-HD2, the HD2 multicast channel for alternative rock radio station, 101 WKQX. A favorite of millions and one of the funniest, longest-running and highest-rated radio programs in America, The Bob & Tom Show will air weekday mornings from 5am-10am.

Troy Hanson, Vice President, Operations, Cumulus Chicago, and 101 WKQX Program Director, said: "We are pleased to give a platform to one the most successful morning shows in radio history with The Bob & Tom Show on our HD2 signal at WKQX. Host Tom Griswold has put a remarkable on-air team together over the years to deliver some of the best content available on-air and online. A tip of the cap to Westwood One, who has made the access to the entire cast of B & T characters set to hit Chicago incredibly smooth."

John Kesler, Chief Operating Officer, The Bob & Tom Show added, "It is a big step forward for us to have a full market signal in Chicago. There are potentially hundreds of thousands of fans in the Chicago area."

"American radio has always been led by what's on the air in Chicago," said Tom Griswold. "We're thrilled to be part of the mix."

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