Jubal Joins 106.1 Kiss-FM Seattle For Mornings

Following the departure of Carla Marie and Anthony this weekend, iHeartMedia CHR “106.1 Kiss-FM” KBKS Tacoma/Seattle has announced the debut of “The Jubal Show” in August.

Jubal Fresh joins KBKS after departing the syndicated “Brooke & Jubal” based at Hubbard CHR “Movin 92.5” KQMV Seattle in April.

Jubal will be joined by his wife Alex Fresh on the new show and other cast members to named later. The move marks a return to KBKS for Jubal as he began his career as part of the “Bender & Jackie” show on the station before moving to KQMV in 2011. The move to KBKS places him in direct competition with the remainder of the now “Brooke & Jeffrey” show on KQMV.

In the the June 2020 Nielsen Audio ratings, KQMV was fifth in the Seattle/Tacoma market with a 5.0 share while KBKS was twenty-first with a 1.8.

KBKS 106.1 KISS FM announced today the debut of “The Jubal Show,” starring Jubal, one of Seattle’s most popular and renowned radio personalities and stand-up comedians. “The Jubal Show” will broadcast weekday mornings from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and will debut August 2020.

Jubal is a marquee talent, with a proven track record of driving ratings and revenue both locally and nationally. After 10 years of captivating listeners around the Seattle region with his highly successful syndicated Contemporary Hit Radio morning show, Jubal returns home to where it all began at 106.1 KISS FM, where he spent the first several years of his career. He will be joined by his wife, Alex Fresh, and additional hosts to be named at a later date.

“We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Jubal on his next endeavor and welcome him to iHeartMedia Seattle,” said Robert Dove, Market President for iHeartMedia Seattle. “Jubal’s ability to cultivate a diverse fan base across America, but most importantly, right here in Seattle, was just something we could not miss. I’m excited to welcome him and Alex to the team!”

“We are just trying to give the people what they want,” said Maynard, Executive Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia. “And they want JUBAL!”

In addition, Jubal has received an array of awards and accolades celebrating his on-air career, including the National Radio Hall of Fame “One to Watch” Award and the prestigious Marconi Award for “Large Market Personality of the Year.” 

“I’m going back to KISS because when I left 10-years ago, I didn’t get the chance to clean out my desk, and I just want my favorite pen back,” said Jubal. “Oh, and also the amazing opportunity to work for, and with, the best in the business at iHeartMedia. I’m constantly trying to evolve and grow and find new innovative ways to entertain my audiences and iHeart is always on the cutting edge. This new chapter is going to be bananas. Plus, I get my pen back!”

Following the departure of Carla Marie and Anthony this weekend, iHeartMedia CHR “106.1 Kiss-FM” KBKS Tacoma/Seattle has announced the debut of “The Jubal Show” in August.

Jubal Fresh joins KBKS after departing the syndicated “Brooke & Jubal” based at Hubbard CHR “Movin 92.5” KQMV Seattle in April.

In the the June 2020 Nielsen Audio ratings, KQMV was fifth in the Seattle/Tacoma market with a 5.0 share while KBKS was twenty-first with a 1.8.

KBKS 106.1 KISS FM announced today the debut of “The Jubal Show,” starring Jubal, one of Seattle’s most popular and renowned radio personalities and stand-up comedians. “The Jubal Show” will broadcast weekday mornings from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and will debut August 2020.

Jubal is a marquee talent, with a proven track record of driving ratings and revenue both locally and nationally. After 10 years of captivating listeners around the Seattle region with his highly successful syndicated Contemporary Hit Radio morning show, Jubal returns home to where it all began at 106.1 KISS FM, where he spent the first several years of his career. He will be joined by his wife, Alex Fresh, and additional hosts to be named at a later date.

“We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Jubal on his next endeavor and welcome him to iHeartMedia Seattle,” said Robert Dove, Market President for iHeartMedia Seattle. “Jubal’s ability to cultivate a diverse fan base across America, but most importantly, right here in Seattle, was just something we could not miss. I’m excited to welcome him and Alex to the team!”

“We are just trying to give the people what they want,” said Maynard, Executive Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia. “And they want JUBAL!”

In addition, Jubal has received an array of awards and accolades celebrating his on-air career, including the National Radio Hall of Fame “One to Watch” Award and the prestigious Marconi Award for “Large Market Personality of the Year.” 

“I’m going back to KISS because when I left 10-years ago, I didn’t get the chance to clean out my desk, and I just want my favorite pen back,” said Jubal. “Oh, and also the amazing opportunity to work for, and with, the best in the business at iHeartMedia. I’m constantly trying to evolve and grow and find new innovative ways to entertain my audiences and iHeart is always on the cutting edge. This new chapter is going to be bananas. Plus, I get my pen back!”