105.7 The Fan (WJZ-FM), the Audacy radio station in Baltimore, announced today it is launching “The Final Drive,” a new afternoon show with Femi Ayanbadejo. Ayanbadejo will co-host the show with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace weekdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET starting Wednesday, July 29, just in time for the start of Ravens training camp.
This is a rebrand of the station's afternoon drive show, which has been called "Inside Access" and was previously co-hosted by former Washington Post writer and NFL on CBS insider Jason LaCanfora, who was outsted from the show in February and told the station was heading in another direction. Weinman and Barbalace, who also provides daily news updates, have co-hosted the show since.
Ayanbadejo, who has contributed appearances to the Fan since 2012, has seen increased time on-air at the Fan in recent weeks, including weekends with local veteran broadcasting voice Bruce Cunningham.
“Femi’s sports knowledge spans far beyond football, encompassing the entire Charm City sports scene. His fearless opinions and local sports knowledge will complement Ken’s fiery takes and Tim’s sharp insights,” said Joe LaCroix, Brand Manager, 105.7 The Fan. “We can’t wait for our listeners to experience the next chapter of afternoons with ‘The Final Drive’.”
“I’ve known Tim and Ken for a long time, and I’ve always admired their talents. Now, I’m excited to join them and create something fresh—an informative, entertaining show that Baltimore sports fans genuinely enjoy and that can be one of the top shows in the market,” said Ayanbadejo. “That level of success is familiar territory for Tim and Ken, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to help build what comes next.”
Ayanbadejo is an 11-year NFL veteran and a member of the Baltimore Ravens’ Super Bowl XXXV championship team. His radio experience began with contributions to several programs, including “The Scott Garceau Show,” Ravens game-day radio with the legendary Gerry Sandusky, and, most recently, “The Bruce and Femi Show” on 105.7 The Fan.
Listeners can tune in to 105.7 The Fan (WJZ-FM) in Baltimore on-air and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station on social media via X, Facebook and Instagram.