Syndicated ''The Dana Cortez Show'' Adds First Top 15 Market

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 25, 2019 | 11:34am CT

Dana Cortez

Skyview Networks adds the first top 15 market affiliate for "The Dana Cortez Show." Riviera Broadcast Group's KKFR-FM/Phoenix joins the lineup, beginning October 14. Cortez is the first nationally syndicated morning show hosted by a Latina. In addition to Cortez, the cast includes DJ Automatic, her executive producer and husband, and comedian Anthony Almanzar, their best friend.

"I am excited to announce The Dana Cortez Show as KKFR's new morning team," said KKFR Program Director and Music Director Complex. Not only is this group entertaining and very talented, but each of them brings a unique perspective to the show and I am confident that they will quickly earn listener loyalty in Phoenix."

"In a few short months, The Dana Cortez Show has captured the attention of programmers seeking a syndicated show that sounds local, embraces radio fundamentals and creates immediate connections with its audience. The affiliates and advertising community's response to Dana along with co-hosts DJ Automatic and Anthony A. has been phenomenal," said Skyview Networks President/COO Steve Jones.

"Our story and the success of The Dana Cortez Show is different," said Cortez. "Everywhere we've been, our show has outperformed its predecessor. The ratings performance is just the beginning."