Magic CEO Buys Magic’s Last Station
• Last week it was announced that JVC Broadcasting was acquiring four of Magic Broadcasting‘s five remaining radio stations: Top 40 WILN (Island 106), Classic Country WWLY (Wild Willie 100.1), News-Talk WYOO (Talk Radio 101) and Active Rock WYYX (97X)/Panama City, FL.
Now comes word that the Magic’s remaining station — Conservative Talk WVFT (Real Talk 93.3)/Tallahassee is being acquired by Magic Pres./CEO Jon Jopling under his own banner, 923 Ventures. Jopling is more than a little familiar with the inner workings of WVFT — he served as Station Manager there from 2017-2024, overlapping with the GM role from 2020-2024, and as President of Magic Broadcasting since Sept. 2023.
“As someone who has lived and worked in Tallahassee for over 23 years, I understand how important it is for our city to have trusted local voices on the airwaves,” said Jopling (left). “This transition isn’t just about ownership — it’s about strengthening our commitment to the people of Florida’s capital city. We’ll continue to focus on real news, real conversations, and real connections that matter to the people that live here — delivered by people who live here, too.”
Jopling added, “We’ve had a lot of success at 93.3, and we are thankful for the continued support of all of our incredible listeners, fans, and advertisers… or as we like to call them, our extended family. I’ve been privileged to be in charge of the station, but now, as the owner, I know our family will only get better.” Tallahassee Reports has more details.
