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KSL radio hosts Jeff Caplan and Amanda Dickson retire after decades on air

KSL radio hosts Jeff Caplan and Amanda Dickson retire after decades on air

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Caplan spent 50 years in radio; Dickson was a morning staple for 35 years.

Yesterday: Caplan and Dickson retire from KSL radio

Overview

Updated 2 hours ago

Jeff Caplan and Amanda Dickson signed off from KSL radio on Friday, ending careers that together spanned more than 85 years. Caplan, who spent 50 years in radio, delivered his final afternoon show. Dickson, a morning voice for 35 years, signed off earlier that day.

Their departures leave two openings at Utah's largest radio newsroom. Caplan will continue a daily segment, while Dickson plans to teach full-time. KSL must now replace two of its most recognizable voices.

Why it matters

For Utah listeners, the end of these careers means familiar daily routines change, and KSL faces the challenge of maintaining its audience without its longtime stars.

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Key Indicators

85+
Combined years in broadcasting
Caplan and Dickson together spent more than 85 years on air.
50
Years Jeff Caplan spent in radio
Caplan's career spanned five decades.
35+
Years Amanda Dickson at KSL
Dickson was a morning voice for more than 35 years.

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People Involved

JC
Jeff Caplan
Afternoon radio host
Retired from daily show; continues Minute of News
 Amanda Dickson
Amanda Dickson
Morning news co-host
Retired from radio; plans to teach full-time

Organizations Involved

KSL NewsRadio
KSL NewsRadio
Radio station
Losing two longtime hosts

Salt Lake City radio station owned by Bonneville International.

Timeline

1990 November 2026

3 events Latest: Yesterday

  1. Caplan and Dickson retire from KSL radio

    Latest Retirement

    Both hosts sign off from their final shows. Caplan will continue Minute of News; Dickson plans to teach.

  2. Jeff Caplan joins KSL

    Career

    Caplan begins hosting afternoon show at KSL (approximate).

  3. Amanda Dickson joins KSL

    Career

    Dickson starts at KSL (approximate).

Scenarios

1

KSL promotes internal hosts to replace Caplan and Dickson

Likely Resolves by Q2 2027

Discussed by: No public prediction; KSL has not announced plans.

KSL could fill the afternoon and morning slots with existing staff, maintaining continuity. The station has a deep bench of journalists and hosts.

2

Amanda Dickson begins full-time teaching position by fall 2027

Possible Resolves by Sep 1, 2027

Discussed by: Dickson said she plans to focus full-time on teaching.

Dickson has been pursuing teaching and could join a Utah college or university faculty. She may teach communications or journalism.

Historical Context

2 moments from history that rhyme with this story — and how they unfolded.

2008

Paul Harvey retires from ABC Radio (2008)

Paul Harvey, a radio icon, retired after more than 50 years on air. His daily news and commentary segments reached millions.

Then

He died in 2009.

Now

His style influenced generations of radio hosts.

Why this matters now

Like Caplan and Dickson, Harvey was a familiar voice whose retirement marked the end of an era in radio.

2004

Bob Edwards leaves NPR's Morning Edition (2004)

Bob Edwards was removed as host of Morning Edition after 25 years. The decision sparked listener protests.

Then

Edwards moved to XM Satellite Radio.

Now

NPR eventually replaced him with Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne.

Why this matters now

Shows how institutions handle the departure of a longtime morning host, as KSL now must do with Dickson.

Sources

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KSL.com