Joey Cohn

Joey Cohn has been a public radio fan for many years, dating back to when he was an on-air host at KUAT while attending the University of Arizona in Tucson. Later in his broadcast career, Joey worked in commercial radio and television in Phoenix.

In 1987, Joey joined KPLU and has held various positions, including Director of Content and General Manager. Under Joey’s leadership, KPLU/Jazz24 won numerous national accolades including the Edward R. Murrow for news and the Marconi, for Jazz Station of the Year. Joey led the campaign to Save 88.5, raising over $8,000,000 in less than 6-months and transitioned the station to KNKX – an independent, community station.