98 Rock Elevates Justin Johnson to Program Director

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, August 18, 2025 | 9:43am CT

Justin Johnson

WIYY-FM (98 Rock) in Baltimore appoints Justin Johnson as Program Director, effective September 1. Johnson, who joined the station in 2023 as Assistant Program Director, succeeds longtime PD Rick Strauss, who is retiring. He previously served as Program Director at iHeartMedia's WEBN in Cincinnati from 2019 to 2023, where he also coordinated branding for iHeart's national Rock platform.

In his new role, Johnson will oversee all programming for the heritage Rock outlet, including weekday shows such as Justin, Scott and Spiegel in mornings, Amelia in middays with the "40-minute rock block," and afternoons with Kirk and Marianne. He will also manage broadcast content tied to the station's exclusive partnerships with the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles.

"Justin is the ideal successor to Rick Strauss," said 98 Rock President & General Manager Dan Joerres. "His extensive multi-market experience, combined with his deep understanding of our brand and audience, positions him perfectly to build on 98 Rock's legacy of entertaining Baltimore for years to come."

Calling the opportunity "an incredible honor and a dream come true," Johnson said he looks forward to guiding the station's next chapter. "With its remarkable legacy, alongside exclusive partnerships with the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles, I am thrilled to lead this exceptionally talented team as we further elevate 98 Rock's iconic brand."