Tolbert, Lund and More Exit KNBR, San Francisco

Longtime Hosts Depart Amidst Format Changes

KNBR Announces New Lineup and Programming

KNBR, the iconic San Francisco sports talk radio station, has bid farewell to several longtime hosts as part of a major shakeup. Among those departing are Tom Tolbert, Gary Radnich and Larry Krueger, who have been mainstays on the station for decades.

The departures come as KNBR undergoes a significant format change, shifting away from its traditional focus on sports talk towards a broader range of programming. The station will now feature a mix of sports, news, and entertainment content, including podcasts, music, and talk shows.

Tolbert, a former NFL player, had hosted the "Tolbert, Krueger and Copes" morning show for over 20 years. Radnich, a former professional baseball player, had been with KNBR since 2005, hosting the afternoon drive-time show "Gary and Larry." Krueger, a veteran sportscaster, had been with the station for over 30 years, most recently co-hosting the morning show with Tolbert.

The departures have left a void in KNBR's lineup, and the station has announced a new roster of hosts to fill the void. Among the newcomers are former NFL quarterback Jim Harbaugh, who will host a weekly show, and former San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum, who will co-host a new afternoon drive-time show.

The format changes and host departures have sparked mixed reactions from listeners. Some have expressed disappointment at the loss of their favorite hosts, while others have welcomed the prospect of a more diverse range of programming. It remains to be seen how the new lineup and format will fare with listeners, but it is clear that KNBR is embarking on a new chapter in its long and storied history.