HOST / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Erik Zachary
National on air host, Chicago native, and the guy who turned talking into a full career. If it involves a camera, a mic, or a story worth telling, he is already in the middle of it.
Nationally syndicated. Independently minded.
Every screen.Every speaker.One show.
XYZ is a fast paced, modern media show. Seen and heard, wherever you need it to be.
On air nationwide. On demand everywhere.
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THIS IS XYZ.
THE PEOPLE
FOUR PERSPECTIVES.
Different generations. Different opinions.
One very shared sense of humor.
CO HOST / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jordan Foster
Former major market personality, walking serotonin boost, and allegedly the smartest in the group (says him, loudly). The right hand best friend who keeps the whole operation standing.
CO HOST / PRODUCER
Audrey Dehler
Official Gen Z Ambassador. Speaks fluent internet, keeps the team culturally hydrated, and roasts everyone with love when they say something that belongs in 2014.
MOM’S HOT TAKE
Virginia Zachary
A performer and trained journalist who shows up with real opinions, real timing, and absolutely no interest in protecting Erik’s feelings.
THE SHOW
BUILT FOR RADIO.
PRODUCED FOR
EVERY SCREEN.
XYZ is what happens when conversation, culture and music talk are built for 2026.
Hosted by Erik Zachary (MTV, iHeartRadio, Nickelodeon, The CW) alongside Jordan Foster (Kiss FM Chicago) and Audrey Dehler (Gen Z compass), the show blends journalism, sharp commentary and vertical screen fluency.
In short – this is not your parents’ radio show (even if Erik’s mom, Virginia, still delivers a weekly Mom’s Hot Take). This is radio that sounds like the people who listen to it.
Mom’s Hot Take
Virginia has opinions. Erik has nowhere to hide. Three times a week, Mom takes the mic.
Drink & Think
Pop culture trivia meets one too many shots. The team heads to the streets, bars, or wherever people are imbibing, and puts them to the test.
More About Nothing
Jordan brings the facts you never knew you needed, and will absolutely repeat later.
Mental Health Moment
A little perspective. A chance to reset. A real moment in the middle of everything.
A few more of our favorite weekly segments
XYZ Throwback
Three songs. One year. A friendly competition that rarely stays friendly.
XYZ Fresh Out
A closer listen to new music and the discoveries worth putting on your radar.
The Test
We go head to head on trivia about the trending stories we just covered. You’d think that would help. You’d be shocked how often it doesn’t.
Indie Fridays
Audrey starts with a Top 40 favorite and finds its indie counterpart. Your next favorite artist gets the spotlight.
Dumb of the Day
People around the world making decisions that make the rest of us a little more grateful for our common sense.
What Are You Watching?
We run back what we’re watching, binging and actually into, so you can stop scrolling and pick something. A public service, if you will.
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A national show with room for your station’s identity. XYZ can be customized for your market, with fully produced content that works on air and keeps going on screen.
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FORMAT5 hours · Daypart flexible
BEYOND BROADCASTVideo · Podcast · Social
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