Jojo’s exit from Froggy 98 has sparked a heated online back-and-forth, with listeners and industry voices weighing in as the full story unfolds. But here's where it gets controversial... after fourteen years with Seven Mountains Media’s Altoona cluster, and eleven years as the morning host on Froggy 98.1 (WFGY) in Altoona, Jojo has left the company this week. His career path includes stints at WBSS in Atlantic City, WDRQ in Detroit, and WIOQ in Philadelphia. Since 2015 he led the Jojo & Lily morning show, and the duo’s program was also carried via a 2023 simulcast on Big Froggy 101 (WFGE) in State College.
In the wake of yesterday’s departure announcement, Jojo took to social media to claim that he had conveyed dissatisfaction with factors affecting the show’s progress. He recounts a confrontational exchange in which management told him, “well since it sounds like you’re leaving, we’ll just let you go now. Please resign in writing,” a demand he declined.
The Froggy 98 account issued a direct response today to circulating rumors, stating that the publicly shared narrative is not accurate. Seven Mountains Media emphasizes that rash personnel moves do not define them; they underline a commitment to their employees, their families, and their listeners. They acknowledge that the loss of their most popular and valuable show is painful, and they say they were fans of the program, yet, like any business, sometimes decisions affecting staff must be made to protect everyone involved. The message also notes that they understand the community feels the impact and that they will continue to prioritize the welfare of their employees over profits, regardless of the fallout.
This situation highlights the tensions that can arise between creative talent and corporate decisions in local radio. And this is the part most people miss: behind-the-scenes choices can reshape a familiar morning routine for communities that rely on a specific show. Do you think the station handled the transition fairly, or should there have been a different approach to preserve the show’s continuity? How do you feel about the balance between supporting employees and maintaining audience expectations when a beloved program changes hands?
