KOA/Denver Names Gondek AM Co-Host
• iHeartMedia’s 850 KOA/Denver welcomes Jeana Gondek as the new co-host of Colorado’s Morning News alongside Marty Lenz, effective immediately. She will succeed April Zesbaugh, who retired on May 27 after 26 years as co-host of Colorado’s Morning News.
In making the announcement, KOA PD Dave Tepper said, “We are thrilled to have Jeana joining Colorado’s Morning News and KOA. Her personality, experience and passion for news will be a refreshing addition. Jeana, Marty Lenz, and the KOA news team will keep Denver and all of Colorado informed and entertained throughout the morning.”
Gondek arrives in Denver from CMG News-Talk WOKV/Jacksonville, where she most recently served as Assistant News Director & Morning News Anchor. She previously served as News Director and Morning News Anchor for Midwest Communications’ WKZO/Kalamazoo, MI, and she began her career at iHeartMedia News-Talk WOOD/Grand Rapids, MI.
“I am beyond excited to return to iHeartMedia, the company that truly helped me first begin my broadcasting career with West Michigan’s Morning News at WOOD Radio,” Gondek said. “KOA is a legendary station I have always dreamed of being a part of in a city that I’m thrilled to finally call home. With big shoes to fill, I’m honored to work alongside Marty and bring a new voice and new perspective to Colorado’s Morning News.”
