Not A Peep From Sirius/XM Re: Kessler

It just makes me feel so warm and fuzzy as a satellite radio subscriber to get no reply to a simple question: why was Peter Kessler's "Making The Turn" cancelled? 

I've written to two press representatives and now Kessler's boss who cancelled the show. Next on the list, the boss of Kessler's (now) former boss.

Update on 2012-03-15 20:34 by Geoff

**Not long after I posted this, Kessler sent out an email to friends and show guests from over the years and included a place to write for those wishing to express their feelings about this:

Dear Friends,

Thank you for your consistent support and involvement in our show over the past 7 years, you well know it's deeply appreciated. Sirius XM  is not renewing our contract and our last show will be Friday, March 23rd from 11am-12pm ET.  

It has been a great run and a very long one as these things go and we're so happy you were a part of it.  You've always said "yes" when we've asked you to join us and we'll never forget that or how pleasant it is to work with all of you, on and off the air.

If you'd like to reach out to the Director of Talk Programming at Sirius XM in support of the show, below please find his contact information.

Email : brian.hamilton@siriusxm.com

Thank you again and know that we will find you when the next gig comes around!   Can't do these shows successfully without you, and they've been quite successful because of you. 

Kessler's "Making The Turn" Ending 7-Year Run; No Comment From Sirius/XM

Over the last year, I've become a huge fan of Sirius/XM satellite radio in large part because of the PGA Tour Radio Network's excellent tournament coverage and their even more excellent morning talk shows. Sadly, Peter Kessler has quietly noted on Twitter that his final shows are coming up over the next week after 7 years of swing tips, historical perspective and overall celebration of this great game.

"Stunned," was how Kessler put it when I messaged him on Twitter. He has been given "No reason at all" and has struggled to even get confirmation that the show has been cancelled. I can relate, I penned multiple emails to Sirius/XM's press representatives asking for comment along with an email address for subscribers to share their views on the move. I've yet to receive a reply.  Twitter users can voice their feelings about the move at Sirius/XM's PGA Tour Twitter account.

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