WTMJ Milwaukee host Charlie Sykes will step away from his daily radio show at the end of 2016. For 23 years, Sykes has hosted mid-mornings on WTMJ and has been one of the most listened-to talk show hosts in the Midwest. Here’s why Sykes is walking away from the mic.
Sykes says, “This is not a decision that I made either lightly or recently, and it was not driven by this year’s political season. I made this decision more than a year ago for both professional and very personal reasons. My father died when he was 63, and I will turn 62 this year, so this year has always been circled on my calendar. Frankly, if I was ever going to make a move, it was now. While I am stepping back from my daily radio duties I intend to remain an active voice. I want to write more, travel more, and pursue new opportunities.”
Scripps VP of Radio Steve Wexler said, “I’ve enjoyed working with Charlie since the early 90s, and have always respected his smart, authentic approach to his show. I know his audience appreciates that, too.”
Beginning in January, current midday host Jeff Wagner will move up to 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. with a new show to be announced for 12-3 p.m.
