Chris Payne

Since the age of 8 years old, I wanted to be a professional soccer player, IN the band KISS, or on the radio. Three years after I graduated from Hug High School, I landed my first radio gig that later helped me get my foot in the door for my first on-air shift. I’ve spent almost 35 years on the air between Reno and Sacramento. I was promoted to Program Director of KDOT/KOZZ in March of 2023 and couldn’t be more thrilled. When I’m not on the air, I’m the emcee for the Triple-A affiliate for the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Reno Aces, the University of Nevada Football team, Nevada Men’s Basketball, and our semi-pro hockey team, Reno Ice Raiders. I also enjoy volunteering for the Special Olympics of Nevada. When free time is a premium, it’s spent traveling, hanging out with family, friends, going to concerts, and sleeping in so I can recharge for my next adventure.