iHeartMedia’sTanner, Laura & Caseymorning show expands to five major markets. The Portland-based program debuts this week on iHeartMedia Classic Rock stations.
What We Know The morning show features Chad ‘Tanner’ Haney, Laura Hall, and Casey ‘Beefwater’ Bay. iHeartMedia now adds the program to KZOK Seattle, WLLZ Detroit, WRFX Charlotte, KAAZ Salt Lake City, and WTZB Sarasota. The current format debuted last September following Drew Tydeman’s departure. Meanwhile, iHeartMedia elevated Casey to full co-host status while he retained his Portland promotions director role.
What’s at Stake The rollout demonstrates iHeartMedia’s confidence in this morning show concept. Josh Innes moves to nights in Detroit after previously hosting mornings there. Additionally, the expansion validates the programming direction established since Laura joined in 2021. Furthermore, the national launch represents a significant talent development opportunity for Casey Bay…