iHeartMedia Miami’s 103.5 The Beat (WMIB), announced the debut of the new “Papa Keith Live with Kimmy B” in afternoon drive, effective immediately.
“Papa Keith Live with Kimmy B” will broadcast weekdays from 3 to 7 p.m., featuring the latest hip-hop music along with live, local, and relevant conversations about the black entertainment industry.
Vice President of Hip Hop and R&B Programming Strategy and 103.5 The Beat Program Director, Abdul ‘DJ A-OH’ Hashem says, “We are excited to announce “Papa Keith Live with Kimmy B” in afternoons on WMIB! Kimmy brings a well-respected voice, view, and talent to PK’s established legacy in the afternoons in the South Florida community. As PK’s co-host, Kimmy will also handle different elements of social media, content, and more for WMIB, and l can’t think of anyone more qualified to do so.”
“I’m thrilled to join a fantastic team at a station committed to the community, making my return to Hip Hop and R&B even more exciting,” says Kimmy B. “Plus, I’ll be working with Papa Keith, a talented radio personality and a mentor since my career started. We’ve long anticipated this show, and now that it’s here, we’re ready to run it up.”
Miami Market President Shari Gonzalez continued, “Papa Keith Live with Kimmy B, is a testament to their deep connections and roots within the South Florida community and entertainment industry, making them an indispensable part of our team. We are incredibly lucky to have PK and Kimmy on board for what we believe will be the top hip-hop afternoon drive show in South Florida.”
Kimmy B has been a popular Miami drive-time personality for over twenty years. She is also a Podcast and TV Host; currently working with the Miami Dolphins as Host of Dolphins Today which airs on Bally Sports. Kimmy grew up in Boston and studied at the University of Miami.
iHeartMedia Miami has a strong cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing more than eight stations comprised of music, talk and news formats.
103.5 The Beat is the leading media outlet in the Miami market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social, and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – with 3 billion app downloads and more than 160 million registered users.
