RAD Radio, originally known as "The Rob, Arnie & Dawn Show" and later "Rob, Anybody & Dawn," was a popular morning radio show that ran in several markets including Reno and Sacramento from the mid-1990s until recently. The show had a longtime presence on stations like KDOT Reno and 98 Rock Sacramento. In 2023 and 2024, the show rebranded as "RAD Radio" and aired on Lotus Communications' stations, including 104.7 FM/890 AM in Sacramento. However, it seems that the show encountered significant difficulties in 2025. After declaring a "summer vacation" break in late June 2025, the show failed to return as scheduled on July 7, instead airing "best of" episodes and eventually long periods of dead air. Internal conflicts and operational problems became public: Producer Kyle Halldorson disclosed that he had not been paid for over a month and would no longer produce the "best of" segments. Co-host Dawn Rossi announced her retirement from broadcasting after a 34-year career, expressing gratitude to fans but signaling the end of the show. Meanwhile, host Rob Williams reportedly struggled with personal issues, including alcoholism, which contributed to tensions and the eventual disbandment of the program. The show officially ended its run on Lotus Communications stations by March 2025, with the Sacramento affiliate switching to sports programming. The "RAD Radio" show briefly continued on other platforms but effectively ceased live production amid the turmoil. Fans and former staff have posted about the sad demise of the show, noting that it was once a staple of morning radio but was undone by internal strife and personal challenges of its hosts. In summary, RAD Radio ended after decades on the air due to a combination of financial issues, personal struggles of key members, and deteriorating relations with their broadcasting partners. Co-host Dawn's retirement and Producer Kyle's departure marked the final blows, leaving the show permanently closed by mid-2025. Rob's ongoing struggles with addiction were a significant factor contributing to the tragic conclusion of this once-beloved program.
