WCRX is the student-run radio station of Columbia College Chicago. The station is dedicated to embodying professional, ethical, and legal standards while promoting a learning and leadership experience for students. WCRX provides broadcasting services to the Columbia College campus and surrounding communities in Cook County.
The WCRX Team
WCRX-FM hosts bring their personality, knowledge and passion for radio to their shows. Each student spends several semesters developing their radio talents before coming on air.
Jamelle Mayor | Music Director
Jamelle “Mr. Jamelle M” Mayor is currently serving as the Music Director of WCRX. He is also the host of Backtrack Attack, which also airs on Tuesdays from 1-3 on WCRX. Jamelle is responsible for maintaining the music library from the newest hits to amazing throwbacks and deep tracks. His whole life has revolved around music from different kinds of genres from today’s biggest hits to classics / oldies that were popular in the past. Jamelle has an “open-door” policy to any musical requests that want to be heard. Delivering the best Top 40 hits and the most memorable throwbacks is what he strives to do, and he is looking forward to putting a smile on your face while you enjoy the newest hits from the biggest artists and making you feel nostalgic on the songs that you remember.
Listen to Backtrack Attack Tuesdays 1 P.M. to 3 P.M.
Instagram @backtrackattackshow
Sam Carlson | Public Affairs Director
Sam is an on-air and voiceover talent who is thrilled to finally be the voice coming out of your car speakers. In addition to their multiple voiceover credits in audio dramas and their show on WCRX, Sam is the producer of season 2 of the interview series Stuck in Your Stereo. Sam also co-wrote and directed “Divine Diner”, a part of the audio drama series The Neural Picture Show, and is currently the Public Affairs Director here at WCRX.
Sam is an on-air and voiceover talent who is thrilled to finally be the voice coming out of your radio. In addition to their multiple voiceover credits and their show “Recovering Theatre Kid” on WCRX, Sam is the producer of season 2 of the interview series Stuck in Your Stereo. Sam also co-wrote and directed “Divine Diner”, a part of the audio drama series The Neural Picture Show, Currently is currently the Public Affairs Director here at WCRX. Listen to Sam on Recovering Theatre Kid Thursdays 7P.M. to 9AM
Instagram: @scarlvoices
Jack Coghill
As a lifelong thespian hailing from the great state of Nebraska, Jack Coghill knows the value of a great performance. Having graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University's Acting B.F.A. program in 2023, he came to Columbia to learn the technical side of radio and voiceover through the Radio B.A. program to operate his own studio. Jack has been around the block in terms of music, having roots entrenched in musical theatre and choirs throughout his entire educational career, but none of that holds a candle to his true love, rock and roll. If you find the weirdness of the world to be simultaneously crazy and fascinating, and you just want to head-bang and cut loose, then you’ll find a kindred spirit in Jack. Tune in Mondays 11am -3pm for ’Rock and Awe’.
Seth Degenhardt is all about Rock and Roll. He never passes up the opportunity to learn something new about the music he loves. Every Monday tune in to Rockathon, two hours dedicated to rock and roll classics. You might learn something too. Join Seth every Monday 7PM to 9PM for the best classic rock around.
Brianna Gartrell
Brianna has an undeniable love for music. As a DJ, she curates playlists and edits podcast episodes for her publication, The Limelight. She’s also expanding her musical skills by learning to play the bass. Brianna is a third-year radio student with a voiceover minor at Columbia College Chicago. She joined radio during her second semester and has enjoyed it ever since.
A true pop culture enthusiast, Bri keeps up with the latest movies, and TV shows, making her show a must-listen for fresh and exciting updates. Tune in to her show every Friday from 7 AM to 11 AM on WCRX 88.1 FM.
David Geisler
David Geisler is a passionate podcaster and senior at Columbia College Chicago, where he is focused on merging his love for podcasting with his career aspirations. In Cultivating Columbia, David creates a podcast that delves into the recent changes at his college, featuring insightful interviews with staff and a deep dive into the college’s evolution. He also hosts Returning Student, a podcast that captures his unique journey as he returns to college after nearly 20 years. With a drive to integrate his hobbies into his career, David is dedicated to shaping his future in the world of media and communications.
Avery Heron
Avery Heron [she/they] is a dedicated theater kid turned voice actor. A classically trained vocalist, Avery has been performing since she was six, and she’s very excited to utilize her voice in new ways as she begins her journey in the world of radio. Currently a senior at Columbia College Chicago, studying Radio/Voiceover, she hopes to one day work in voiceover for animation and gaming. Avery is a massive fantasy nerd, and when she isn’t playing Dungeons & Dragons, she’s talking about Dungeons & Dragons to anyone who will listen, Tuesdays 3 to 7PM.
Arrison Ortiz
Arrison is a voice actor, audio editor, and a massive nerd. Beginning his journey in radio in 2021, Arrison has picked up many tools from helping to write a show that have appeared on WCRX to organizing and creating multiple audio dramas. His interest includes anime, gaming, card games, and making sure the people around him have a good time, or at least laugh.
Join Arrison Thursdays 11A.M. to 3PM, on WCRX 88.1FM
Instagram: @ArrisonOrtiz
Voice actress, artist, and professional yapper, Olivia is a huge social butterfly that loves a creative challenge. Her journey in radio started in 2022, building her skills in audio editing and entertainment behind the mic along the way. She is a sucker for cinematic soundtracks, indie RPGs, and pretty much anything nerdy. All in all, Olivia is always up for a good time, both in and out of her radio and audio work.
Elliot Royce
Elliot Royce is your flash in the pan at WCRX, here for the fall semester only - on exchange from Salford, England. He worked as station manager at his college radio station and hosts “the car 61 podcast”. Tune in to "British Bash," your ultimate source for the latest news and greatest tunes from the UK. Join Elliot each week for an exciting blend of the funniest and most interesting stories from the Britannia and her iconic hits. Don’t miss out on the latest and greatest from across the pond!
Join Elliot for British Bash, Friday 3PM to 7PM
Shawn Tumbokon-Flowers
Shawn Tumbokon-Flowers has been doing radio for 7 years. Broadcasting originally in Louisville, Kentucky for 3 years, he’s back on the air waves in the city of Chicago.
His experience in live radio is only matched by his experience in podcasting, producing multiple shows and lending his voice to many more. From audio dramas to interviews, this guy does it all with his own personal flair.
Tom Joyce
Tom Joyce is the co-creator and co-producer of “Sessions @33.” Previously, he created and was creative producer for the charity albums, “PlaybackPlayfwd Volume I and II, and “Humanity is the Genre.” He works closely with Audio, Music, Radio, and Business and Entrepreneurship students in his role as internship and career advisor in the Career Center at Columbia College Chicago.
Shannon Fleischman
Shannon Fleischman is a recent Music Business graduate of Columbia College Chicago. During her time at CCC, she completed many successful internships and worked events benefiting the community. She handles booking the artists and assists in marketing for Sessions @ 33.