Global radio conglomerate iHeartMedia – the corporate owner of KJ-103, 101.9 the Twister, 96.1 KXY, News Radio 1000 KTOK, and a few other local stations that you probably haven't listened to in a long time – conducted a nationwide rif yesterday, parting ways with radio talent from all over the country.
Oklahoma City was not immune from the layoffs, with several notable local radio personalities losing their jobs. For example, the venerable Frito from KJ-103 is now looking for a new bowl of chili to call home:
19 years ago, I walked through the doors of KJ103 as an 18 year old kid and over the course of nearly two decades, I had the privilege to share my life with all of you on the radio. I am sad to say that all comes to an end today, as my time at KJ103 is up. (1) pic.twitter.com/uddQzD1RX9
— Frito (@FritoOnTheRadio) January 14, 2020