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E0042 · Oct 24, 2026 · 2h 49m 30s

Pittsburgh's First Black Woman Radio Program Director: KiKi Jones

A conversation with KiKi Jones

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KiKi Jones joins Kalaj Dame to discuss her career at WAMO, leadership in radio, and the relationship between broadcasting and Pittsburgh’s community. Their conversation also explores independent artists, mentorship, entrepreneurship, homeownership, and defining success beyond a job title.

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  1. Intro ↗
  2. KiKi Jones, Radio History & Career Recognition ↗
  3. WAMO Criticism, Radio Programming & Listener Expectations ↗
  4. Growing Up Around Radio, Family & Childhood Experiences ↗
  5. Breaking Into Radio & Building a Broadcasting Career ↗
  6. Public Recognition, Fame & Personal Boundaries ↗
  7. Radio Ownership, Frequencies & Broadcasting Technology ↗
  8. WAMO's History, Community Involvement & Local Music ↗
  9. Radio Airplay, Artist Submissions & Music Industry Expectations ↗
  10. Career Demands, Retirement & Future Aspirations ↗
  11. Personal Life, Hobbies & Life Outside Radio ↗
  12. Wealth, Class, Financial Goals & Opportunity ↗
  13. Entrepreneurship, Ambition & Building Generational Wealth ↗
  14. Radio Personalities, Podcasting & Community Media ↗
  15. Supporting Black Businesses & Community Accountability ↗
  16. Music Programming, Industry Decisions & Career Reflections ↗

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