Ben Campbell, a former co-host of the morning show at KNIX-FM in Phoenix, has finally opened up about his departure from the country music station after more than two decades. Campbell, who was part of the popular “Ben and Matt Show” and later the “Tim, Ben and Brooke Show”, said he has “no regrets” about parting ways with KNIX-FM earlier this year.
A Mysterious Exit
Campbell’s exit from KNIX-FM was shrouded in mystery, as neither he nor the station offered any explanation for his absence. He simply stopped appearing on the air in April 2023, and a spokesperson confirmed that he was no longer with the station. Fans were left wondering what happened to Ben on KNIX, and many speculated that he was fired or quit due to a conflict with his co-hosts or management.
However, Campbell said that there was no drama behind his departure, and that it was a mutual decision between him and the station. He said that he had been feeling burned out by the demands of the morning show, and that he wanted to pursue other opportunities in voice work and podcasting.
“I had been doing morning radio for 25 years, and it takes a toll on you physically and mentally,” Campbell said, according to Arizona Republic. “I just felt like it was time for a change. I wanted to do something different, something that I had more control over.”
A New Chapter
Campbell said that he is now focusing on his voice-over business, which he started in 2017. He said that he has been working with clients from various industries, such as automotive, health care, education and entertainment. He said that he enjoys the flexibility and creativity of voice work, and that he can work from anywhere with his home studio.
“I love doing voice work because it allows me to use my voice in different ways, to tell different stories and to reach different audiences,” Campbell said. “I can work on my own schedule, and I don’t have to worry about ratings or advertisers or anything like that.”
Campbell also said that he is planning to launch his own podcast soon, which will feature interviews with interesting people from various fields. He said that he wants to share his insights and experiences with his listeners, and to have fun conversations with his guests.
“I’ve always loved talking to people and learning new things from them,” Campbell said. “I think podcasting is a great medium for that. I want to create a podcast that is entertaining, informative and inspiring.”
A Fond Farewell
Campbell said that he is grateful for his time at KNIX-FM, and that he has nothing but respect and admiration for his former co-hosts and colleagues. He said that he still keeps in touch with them, and that he wishes them all the best.
“I had a great run at KNIX-FM, and I’m proud of what we accomplished there,” Campbell said. “I made some lifelong friends there, and I had some amazing experiences there. I have no regrets about leaving, but I also have no hard feelings. I’m happy for them, and I hope they’re happy for me.”
Campbell also thanked his fans for their support and loyalty over the years, and said that he hopes they will follow him on his new ventures. He said that he is excited for the future, and that he is looking forward to connecting with his audience in new ways.
“I appreciate all the love and messages I’ve received from my fans,” Campbell said. “They’ve been with me through thick and thin, and they’ve been very understanding and supportive of my decision. I hope they’ll stay tuned for what’s next for me. I have a lot of things in the works, and I can’t wait to share them with you.”
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