Audacy Conservative Talk 1330 KNSS Wichita/98.7 KNSS-FM Clearwater KS has announced that John Whitmer will join incumbent co-host Ted Woodward in mornings starting Monday, January 5.

Whitmer has hosted a weekend show at KNSS since 2018 after previously serving as a Kansas State Representative from 2015-19 and chair of the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training from 2012-18. He currently serves as Chairman of the Sedgwick County Republicans.

“Woodward and Whit” will air weekdays from 6-9am with Whitmer succeeding the retiring Steve McIntosh. He stated, “I’m honored to join Ted Woodward on ‘Woodward & Whit,’ stepping into the big shoes left by Steve McIntosh, who dedicated over 50 years to Wichita mornings. I look forward to bringing news coverage, straight talk, common-sense discussion and a little fun to help our community start the day on the right note.”

SVP/Market Manager Tommy Castor said, “We are excited to welcome John Whitmer to the KNSS morning show alongside Ted Woodward. Woodward and Whit’ will build on the foundation of smart, local conversation that our listeners expect by delivering the essential news, candid analysis and enjoyable banter that starts the day right. This is a powerful pairing that promises to keep the Wichita community informed and engaged.”