Joe Cheesman Joins WCVO-FM/Columbus for Middays

Joe Cheesman

WCVO (The River) Columbus hires Joe Cheesman as the Contemporary Christian outlet's new live midday host. He comes to Columbus via stints in Sioux Falls, Fargo, Orlando and Kansas City. Cheesman's first day on the air is Monday, June 19. In addition to on-air duties, he'll join the River's other content creators with engaging social media and video content, and will asist the River's Production and Sales Departments.

WCVO Chief Content Officer and Program Director Josh Hooper said, "Joe brings energy, enthusiasm and an innovative spirit to our at-work, at-home and during-the-day listeners, and I can't wait for them to meet their new friend, Joe, in the Middays. Joe is going to create an interactive, entertaining and connective show we're excited for."

Cheesman added, "I'm glad to be back on the air in Christian Radio and excited to join the team at The River. I look forward meeting and connecting with listeners and becoming part of the Central Ohio community."

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