Charlie James Joins WYRD/Greenville as Afternoon Host

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, December 14, 2020 | 4:37pm CT

Charlie James

Entercom welcomes 30-year radio personality Charlie James as afternoon host for WYRD-FM (106.3 Word) in Greenville, SC. "The Charlie James Show" will be heard weekdays from 3-7pm ET, effective December 23. He succeeds longtime station veteran Bob McLain, who recently announced his retirement. James most recently served as morning host for News/Talk WTMA in Charleston. He can also be heard as the host of "The Charlie James Show" podcast.

"Charlie is a well-respected and seasoned talk show host and his track record of success in South Carolina with his award-winning program makes him a perfect fit for 106.3 WORD," said Entercom Greenville-Spartanburg Senior VP/Market Manager Steve Sinicropi. "Charlie's experience informing and entertaining listeners through his style, knowledge, and influential opinions on topics that matter most will be a welcomed addition to our station's programming and will build on the afternoon audience that has been well-served by Bob McLain."

"To be asked to follow a legend like Bob McClain is quite humbling," added James. "I am so honored and excited at this opportunity to join such a dynamic station like Word and look forward to talking with the great people of the upstate. Let's talk."

James has numerous broadcasting awards to his credit including three South Carolina Broadcasters (SCBA) Star Awards for Radio Show of the Year (2019, 2016, 2007), Best News Talk Show of the Year (2018) and The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Award for Radio Personality of the Year, as well as two Marconi Award nominations.