Johnson (Photo: WAMU)

JOSHUA JOHNSON is leaving NPR and AMERICAN UNIVERSITY News-Talk WAMU/WASHINGTON's daily "1A" talk show on DECEMBER 20th to join MSNBC as an anchor. JOHNSON has hosted the show for almost three years since its inception as the replacement for the longrunning "DIANE REHM SHOW." WAMU is searching for a new host to replace JOHNSON; Exec. Producer RUPERT ALLMAN will continue with the show.

“In 2017, we proved that 1A could create a national conversation,” said JOHNSON. “1A proves that public media is well equipped to meet the nation’s need for news and information, including adapting to our changing times. We built something amazing, with a uniquely diverse and creative team, providing a space where anyone, anywhere can speak freely. I’m proud to have helped build that, and I look forward to seeing what 1A will become.”

“JOSHUA told us he has dreamed of hosting a national show since he was a young child,” said WAMU GM JJ YORE. “We are pleased that JOSHUA was able to achieve that dream at WAMU and NPR. The vision for 1A, the staff and the growing audience all came together to create the success we see today, and that magical mix creates a strong foundation for a new host to take 1A to even greater heights.”

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