Dana Loesch inks new radio deal, hopes to help ‘fill the void’ left by Rush Limbaugh

Fox News ^ | 3/23/21 | Brian Flood

[conservative98]

Dana Loesch agreed to a new three-year deal with Radio America that will keep "The Dana Show" in the coveted timeslot that used to compete directly with conservative talk radio legend Rush Limbaugh.

"The Dana Show" will continue to air from 12-3 p.m. ET and she hopes to be a home for longtime listeners of "The Rush Limbaugh Show" after its namesake host died last month after a battle with lung cancer.

"I do feel that I'm well-positioned to fill the void," Loesch told Axios, which first reported the news. "I've been in this slot for years and if there's any program positioned to do it, it's mine."

Loesch confirmed Axios' report when reached by Fox News.

Loesch's show had competed with Limbaugh since 2014.

Radio America did not immediately respond to a request for additional comment.

She won’t be alone in trying to fill Limabugh’s shoes, as Cumulus Media's Westwood One announced last week that Dan Bongino will be launching a new radio show during the time slot that was occupied by the conservative icon.

Loesch's show will be available in 200 markets, according to Axios, while Limbaugh’s juggernaut was available in more than 600.

"Fox Across America with Jimmy Failla" also airs from 12-3 p.m.

While Loesch and Bongino will offer conservative voices on other stations, Premiere Networks has not yet named a permanent replacement for Limbaugh.

"I like the competition, and I'm the only woman that's doing it. Out of all these dudes I still feel like I have the biggest cigar, so to speak," Loesch told Axios.

[Anti-Bubba182]

Nobody fills that void, but I wish her success.

[conservative98]

You can’t replace the irreplaceable, so I’ll continue being me. Grateful to do what I love. https://t.co/qfWsqe3zI0— Dana Loesch (@DLoesch) March 23, 2021

[conservative98]

Radio America Inks New Multi-Year Deal with Dana Loesch as Her Show Nears 200 Stations Nationwide

'The Dana Show' Continues to Dominate the 12-3 p.m. ET Talk Radio Slot, Further Solidifying Her As Heir to the Limbaugh Throne

PRESS RELEASE  UPDATED: MAR 23, 2021 13:30 EDT

DALLAS, March 23, 2021 (Newswire.com) - Today, award-winning, nationally syndicated radio talk show host Dana Loesch signed a new multi-year deal with Radio America as she continues to dominate talk radio during the 12-3 p.m. ET hours, a time slot she has successfully occupied with The Dana Show since 2014. Dana's radio program is currently broadcast on nearly 200 stations (and growing) and her audience is currently in the top 10 of syndicated programs nationwide, according to TALKERS Magazine. As the most listened to female talk show host in the country, she has attracted a large and loyal following in syndication, expanding the news/talk audience to include more men and women in their 30s and 40s, something the aging format desperately needs. 

"I have made bold decisions throughout my career, and one of them was starting my three-hour talk radio show in the same time-slot as the late, great Rush Limbaugh," said Dana Loesch, host of The Dana Show. "I am proud of how far The Dana Show has come, and I am honored to be the choice of so many radio stations across the country. While no one will ever replace Rush, I welcome his loyal listeners to the Dana Show as we maintain his conservative convictions and principles in a fresh, dynamic way that connects with young and old audiences alike -- and at a time when America needs it most." 

Recent reports speculate another heir to Rush Limbaugh's throne, but as Michael Harrison, publisher of TALKERS magazine, pointed out, "There is no clear-cut favorite at this time." Harrison went on to mention Dana among the top hosts "being bandied about" for Rush's top spot. And for good reason. Dana is the #1 female radio talk show host in the country and the only woman among the top 10 hosts, making her a trailblazer in an industry long dominated by men. 

The Dana Show's nearly 200 stations cover all regions of the country including markets such as New York, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Boston, Phoenix, Seattle, Portland, Denver, Orlando, Tampa, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Jacksonville, Minneapolis, Raleigh, Omaha, Las Vegas, San Antonio and Washington DC to name a few, and internationally on the American Forces Radio Network. Her radio show's success recently led to a deal with The First TV, adding her show (in video) to their daily lineup, which includes Bill O'Reilly among others. 

https://www.newswire.com/news/radio-america-inks-new-multi-year-deal-with-dana-loesch-as-her-show-21347740

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Some news: Excited to announce my continued partnership with @RadioAmericaNet and honored to be the choice of a growing number of radio stations nationwide. https://t.co/VXsfcqqPyu— Dana Loesch (@DLoesch) March 23, 2021

[lee martell]

I’m still hoping that Ms Dana Losch eventually takes over the NRA for Wayne Lapierre. It’s time for a new individual in that leadership role. Many have stated their opinion that Lapierre is overspending NRA funds for his personal needs.
I believe Oliver North was one of those prominent names who had the impression that monies were not being properly managed.

[Impala64ssa]

There was only one Ronald Reagan, there’s only one Donald Trump and there was only one Rush Limbaugh. But here’s wishing Dana all the best.

[KarlInOhio]

Listening to her right now because the local station plays her from 9pm to midnight. I like her at night (that sounds dirty) because I can't listen at work, but she's one of the closest ideologically to Rush of the radio hosts who could take the noon timeslot nationally.

[TribalPrincess2U]

At least she is gives us a voice! Pray for her success!

[taterjay]

Maybe there needs to be a female Rush type.

[plsvn]

But here’s wishing Dana all the best.

I agree with that. I listen to her from time to time, but she is a one trick pony... gun rights. If you tire quickly of hearing someone talk about gun rights over and over, you'll grow tired of listening to her very quickly.

[TribalPrincess2U]

I hope they keep playing past Rush words.

[TakebackGOP]

She was a Never Trumper. I know she supported him later.

[matthew fuller]

I wish her all the best as well. I am slightly more familiar with Bongino, and I really like either of them. Dan comes across as somewhat combative, which is not detrimental, but Dana is very interesting. I really like both.

[lizma2]

“I’m still hoping that Ms Dana Losch eventually takes over the NRA for Wayne Lapierre.”

I like that.

Sometimes listen to her podcast. Enjoy them.

Enjoy Bongino, Andrew Klavan and Michael Knowles but Rush had the ability to make you feel he was your big brother, favorite uncle, or good friend.

My generation got Buckley, Friedman, Regan, Thatcher, JPII, Rush and Trump.

I don’t think we will see any one added to that list in my lifetime but boy do I hope I’m wrong!!!

[chicagolady]

Dana Loesch The ORIGINAL NEVER TRUMPER! What short Memories People have!!

[lizma2]

She was a Never Trumper.

So were Beck and Levin

Heck I sorta held my nose and voted for Trump cuz I didn't want a rapist back in the White House

Now I'm broken glass Trump. This man did a fabulous job.

I think he was what the Founding Fathers had in mind.

[chicagolady]

She was a FOLLOWER! Obviously She had No foresight.

She followed the Never Trumper crowd, NO THANKS if she is that stupid. It’s all about her making money now.

[OrangeHoof]

I love Dana but comparisons to Rush is like comparing my grandmother to Tom Brady.

[samadams2000]

A never Trumper can intellectually fill the Limbaugh void.

[Jeff Chandler]

I’ve never listened to her, but any woman who shoots an AR is OK with me.