Radio talker Randi Rhodes, who last week was suspended from Air America for obscene language at a public appearance, has switched to Nova M Radio, a competing syndicator.
Clear Channel Denver announced Thursday that Rhodes will be reinstated in her afternoon timeslot (1-4 p.m.) on KKZN 760 AM, under a new contract with syndicator Nova M Radio, effective Monday.
Nova M Radio, another progressive radio outfit, was founded by some of the originators of Air America.
Rhodes directed “abusive, obscene language” at presidential candidate Hillary Clinton during a recent public appearance in San Francisco sponsored by the local Air America affiliate.
“Air America Media was informed last night by Ms. Rhodes that she has chosen to terminate her employment with the company. We wish her well and thank her for past services,” the company said in a statement attributed to Charlie Kireker and Mark Green, Chair and President, respectively, of Air America Media.
Celebrity voices will fill in for Rhodes until a replacement is named.
According to Kris Olinger, who manages Denver’s Air America affiliate, Rosie O’Donnell, Fran Drescher, Phil Donahue and Richard Belzer are among those under consideration.
Joanne Ostrow: 303-954-1830 or jostrow@denverpost.com
