OUR MISSION
THE SYMBOL OF
FREE SPEECH
"Whereas, KTALK MEDIA is the symbol of free speech, where people can openly talk about the issues in a free society."
— PALMER A. DEPAULIS, MAYOR OF SALT LAKE CITY · OFFICIAL PROCLAMATION · MAY 4, 1990
KBJA AM 1640 K-Talk Radio has been Northern Utah's platform for independent thought, conservative commentary, and community conversation since 1960. We believe in the power of the spoken word, the importance of local voices, and the fundamental right of Americans to speak freely.
Our programming features live, local, two-way talk — real conversations with real Utahns about the issues that matter most. From morning drive to late night, K-Talk Radio is the voice of Northern Utah.
Live & Local
On air 24/7/365 — live local programming plus the Talk Media Network national affiliate filling every hour.
Two-Way Talk
We believe in conversation. Call in, share your views, be heard.
Independent Voice
Not owned by a media conglomerate. Independently operated since 1960.
OUR HISTORY
65 YEARS ON THE AIR
KBJA AM 1640 launches in Northern Utah, becoming one of the first talk radio stations in the nation.
Station expands programming and establishes itself as Northern Utah's premier talk radio destination.
K-Talk Radio grows its audience with local programming, news coverage, and community engagement.
Station transitions to digital streaming, making K-Talk accessible nationwide online.
Launch of SoundCloud podcast channel, making recent K-Talk broadcasts available on demand to listeners everywhere.
Website redesign and social media expansion — K-Talk Radio enters a new era of digital broadcasting.
LEADERSHIP
THE PEOPLE BEHIND K-TALK
RICHARD (DICK) PERRY
STATION OWNER
Richard Perry is the owner of KBJA AM 1640 K-Talk Radio. Under his ownership, K-Talk has maintained its commitment to independent, free-speech broadcasting in Northern Utah, preserving the station's legacy as one of America's oldest talk radio stations.
NOTABLE GUESTS
Over six-plus decades, K-Talk Radio has welcomed hundreds of prominent voices to the microphone — politicians, governors, businessmen, historians, and celebrities. Below are just a few of the notable guests who have joined Paul Jensen on 'Inside The News.'
ALSO FEATURED ON K-TALK RADIO
...and countless politicians, governors, businessmen, historians, and celebrities over 65+ years of broadcasting.
BRAND HERITAGE
LOGOS THROUGH THE YEARS
Over six decades of broadcasting, K-Talk Radio's visual identity has evolved — from AM 630 to AM 1640, from KTalk Media to KBJA — while its core mission of free speech, local voices, and two-way talk has never wavered.
AM 630 era — "Live 2-Way Talk" in the classic blue/red K-Talk style
AM 630 era — bold red/white on black with "Live · Local · 2-Way Talk"
Winged golden microphone with American flag — "Real, Local, Two-Way Talk"
Liberty Torch era — the microphone as a beacon of free speech on 1640 AM
AM 1640 KTalk Media era — dark background with bold red/blue branding
KTalk Media — current branding with blue K and radio wave signal
NATIONAL NETWORK AFFILIATION
Talk Media Network (TMN)
KBJA AM 1640 K-Talk Radio is a proud affiliate of Talk Media Network, a leading national talk radio syndication network. TMN connects K-Talk with nationally syndicated programming, news content, and resources that complement our local Northern Utah voice.
VISIT TALKMEDIANETWORK.COM →