Michael Castner is a seasoned radio talker, most recently known for his work hosting two shows, both morning and afternoon, in Louisiana. Prior to this, he was the host of Bonneville International's Nightside project, which could be heard throughout the country from Salt Lake City to Washington DC. Today he broadcasts daily from New York City, bringing news from the nation's center right to your radio.
Michael's background has a little something for everyone, with a diverse career spanning the spectrum of news, entertainment and politics. Prior to his work in radio, Michael was a host on the E! Channel. During the 14 years he aired on E! Michael covered the red carpet and hosted his own talk show. Before moving to the E! Channel, Michael served as London bureau chief for Entertainment Tonight. He covered the White House and State Department for Tribune Broadcasting and then went on to serve as press adviser to then congressional candidate Joseph P. Kennedy II. He has also served as Communications Guru for the Utah State Senate and regularly advised political candidates.
Michael was the recipient of a National Press Foundation Fellowship Grant and has won awards from the Texas Associated Press for Best Investigative Reporting and Feature Reporting.
Though he is comfortable in the spotlight, both on camera and in front of the mic, he also knows his way behind the lens too. Castner is an accomplished photographer, represented by WireImage/Getty Images, the leading digital photographic press agency and wire service. His images have appeared in publications worldwide including TV Guide, Hollywood Reporter, Sports Illustrated, AOL, New York Post, MSN, Teen Vogue, Soap Opera Digest, Soap Opera Weekly and Soaps In Depth.
And if all this doesn't convince you that Castner is a true Renaissance Man, he'll have you know he was once in the Hollywood Christmas Parade with Mario Lopez and Screech from Saved by the Bell...just don't ask him the details.
'The Daily Wrap' with Michael Castner from the Wall Street Journal Radio Network now weekdays 7:00-9:00PM on 96.9 Boston Talks.