Why Did Spike Leave 95.5? 'Mojo in the Morning' Co-Host Left

Publish date: 2024-04-08

Why did Radio Spike leave 95.5? The former 'Mojo in the Morning' host was once a part of the program for over 23 years.

Tatayana Yomary - Author

The position of a radio personality comes with a large number of tasks. Talent is anticipated to steer conversations, keep listeners entertained, and feature a unique standpoint on trending news, which is not as easy as it appears.

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However, Radio Spike of Detroit’s Channel 95.5 Mojo in the Morning made the process glance simple. He was once an integral a part of the radio display for over two decades. Now, it sounds as if that Radio Spike has all at once stated goodbye to the display.

So, why did Radio Spike leave Channel 95.5? Here’s the whole thing that we all know.

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Why did Radio Spike leave 95.5?

On April 3, 2023, Mojo, one of the co-hosts of Channel 95.5’s Mojo in the Morning, announced that Radio Spike is no longer a part of the display. "Spike is no longer on the Mojo in the Morning Show,” Mojo said. “For over 23 years, Spike has been an [integral] part of this radio program.”

Radio Spike took to his Facebook page to also confirm that he is out at Channel 95.5.

“I am no longer on the Mojo in the Morning show,” Radio Spike’s post reads. “For more than 23 years, it has been a dream come true to entertain you. I never took it for granted. It's with much love that I say THANK YOU for your support. Radio is in my blood, so to say I'm going to miss it would be a massive understatement.”

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Interestingly, Radio Spike shared that he “can’t answer questions regarding the change.” He also added that fans can stay in touch with him on Facebook.

On the flip side, Mojo implied that company decisions may have been at play and that the team is “not immune” to it.

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Channel 95.5 is owned by iHeartRadio. According to Radio Insight, economic issues within the company have caused layoffs across various cities, including Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Tampa, and more.

iHeartRadio has since commented on Radio Spike's departure from the radio show.

Waking up to the news that @loudspike is no longer part of @MojoInTheMorn. Really bummed by this because he is the reason I listened to the show. He is a phenomenal radio talent. I wish you all the best, Spike!

— Duff Tyler (@DuffTyler) April 3, 2023

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"As of April 3, Spike will now not be a part of the Mojo in the Morning Show," Tony Travatto, executive vice president of programming for iHeartMedia, told the Detroit Free Press. "We appreciate his contributions right through his time with us and want him well. The morning show will continue as scheduled with the rest of the solid."

What’s next for Radio Spike?

Radio Spike has worked in the industry for over two decades, so it would make sense for the personality to find a new radio home. However, he also has a photography business, Buzz Click Photography, that features his self-titled collection for sale in prints, canvases, and metals.

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Spike may also put more energy into his travel blog, Explore With Spike, which is claimed to “inspire life-changing travel experiences” and lend a hand photographers in finding distinctive photo opportunities.

Whatever he decides to do next, we might like to hope Radio Spike all the best possible transferring ahead.

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