Jason DeRusha Joins WCCO/Minneapolis as Afternoon Host

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, June 6, 2022 | 4:49pm CT

Jason DeRusha

Audacy has announced an updated weekday programming lineup for WCCO-AM in Minneapolis, including the launch of a new afternoon show hosted by Twin Cities media personality Jason DeRusha. DeRusha will be heard weekdays from 3-6pm CT, beginning June 27.

DeRusha has spent nearly two decades as a reporter and anchor at WCCO-TV, including co-hosting "WCCO Mornings" since 2013 and winning nine regional Emmy Awards for his work there. In addition, he's one of the market's best-known foodies - from being named a James Beard Award finalist for his "DeRusha Eats" television segment to serving as food critic and editor at Minnesota Monthly magazine, a role he'll continue.

"Jason's not only a beloved and trusted Minnesota broadcaster; he also has the rare ability to truly connect and engage with everyone he talks to," said WCCO Brand Manager Brad Lane. "Whether he's delivering breaking news, telling a family story or giving a restaurant recommendation, people trust him like a friend, and that's exactly what the legacy and future of 830 WCCO is all about."

"I have always loved the creativity, the unpredictability, and the interactive qualities of radio," added DeRusha. "I can't wait to bring my love for Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, as well as my two decades of curiosity about our neighbors and our news to 830 WCCO. Not many people get to have one dream job, let alone two. I've loved my time in television and can't wait to dive into a new dream job in radio and podcasting."

DeRusha's new afternoon show is part of a revamped weekday lineup. Following "The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar," which launched in January, longtime 830 WCCO news anchor Adam Carter is promoted to co-host a new show alongside Jordana Green, airing from 9am-12pm CT. Green's longtime co-host Paul Douglas will set aside daily hosting duties to become WCCO Radio's Chief Meteorologist. Douglas will appear on air throughout the day for weather updates. He became Minnesota's first certified broadcast meteorologist in 2005.