Cumulus Media to Syndicate ''The Overnight Ride''

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, March 26, 2025

''The Overnight Ride''

Cumulus Media launches a new nationally syndicated live overnight Country music show entitled "The Overnight Ride." The show, broadcasting live from WKDF-FM's studios in Nashville, airs on 47 of the company's Country stations throughout the U.S., from 12-5am.

Hosted by veteran personality Justin Franiak, "The Overnight Ride" holds the distinction of being the only live, syndicated overnight Country radio show emanating from Nashville, offering unique live interactions not only with Country music fans but also with those working the third shift, including emergency responders and truck drivers.

Franiak's radio career began at CBS Radio Philadelphia's Sports Radio 94 WIP-FM and included roles at Beasley Media's Country 92.5 WXTU-FM and as co-host of "Deanna and Justin in the Morning" on 99.5 WJBR-FM. His move to Nashville represents a significant milestone in his career, one that he has eagerly anticipated.

"Moving to Nashville has always been a goal of mine and I am very appreciative that Cumulus Media has provided me the opportunity to come to Music City," said Franiak. "Being live in studio and taking calls from around the country is extremely exciting. I am pumped to share my life and become part of the 'Third Shifters' routine as well as give our listeners a deeper connection to the artists that make Country music great."

Travis Daily, VP of Country at Cumulus Media, stated, "Having the only live Country overnight show gives the third shifters a radio show to not only connect with, but that they love to call in and participate in," he stated. "If you listen to the show, you will hear that Justin is already becoming a good friend to everyone from emergency responders on call to the clerk at the overnight truck stop, to the actual truck drivers hauling goods across America while the rest of us sleep."