Filling a need in Chattanooga radio, News Talk 95.3 WPLZ brings serious news talk to the Chattanooga market. Covering Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley with the largest radio news staff and 25,000 watts of broadcasting power, News Talk 95.3 WPLZ’s local anchors and reporters keep news flowing in from 5:00 in the morning to Midnight every weekday. Join Dale Deason, Louis Lee and Denise Galloway on your drive in to work, or drive home with Zack Cooper, Rebecca Cruz and Gary Poole.
Additionally, News Talk 95.3 WPLZ features syndicated shows such as Glenn Beck, Clark Howard, Jason Lewis, Dennis Miller and Leo Laport, giving Chattanoogans a broad perspective on important political, business, and consumer news.
Spoken Word formats are growing in popularity and account for nearly 15% of ratings in most major markets. With Talk Radio listening in Chattanooga averaging less than 8% of ratings, we feel strongly that there is room for growth with an alternative in this arena.