CPR Selects Kanani As Host Of ‘Morning Edition’
• Colorado Public Radio (CPR) is excited to announce that Bazi Kanani has been selected as the new local host of Morning Edition, weekdays from 4-9am MT, beginning April 27.
“Morning Edition has been part of my own daily routine for decades, so I personally know how much value the program provides for keeping people informed on what’s happening in our world and right at home, in our local communities,” said Kanani, who joined CPR as a host and reporter in 2024 and co-hosts CPR’s daily news podcast, Colorado Today. “I’m honored to be part of carrying on this important work with my colleagues at CPR News.”
“Bazi quickly established herself as an engaging host with the authoritative voice of the veteran that she is,” said CPR News Executive Editor Kevin Dale. “We’re thrilled to have Bazi bring her strong editorial judgement and enthusiasm for Colorado stories to Morning Edition.”
Kanani began her career as a reporter and host at local television and radio stations in Nevada, Michigan, Western New York and Colorado. In 2012, she was a reporter for ABC News based in Nairobi, Kenya, and has also reported for ABC News’ Washington, DC, bureau. Kanani’s work has been recognized with a Regional Edward R. Murrow, Heartland Emmy, and Colorado and National Association of Black Journalists, Colorado Associated Press Broadcaster Association and Gracie awards.
