What Happened to Brooke and Jubal?
Discover the complete story behind radio's most beloved morning duo - why Brooke and Jubal split, what happened to Brooke and Jubal in the morning, and where they are now.
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The Story
2011-2020: The Glory Days
Brooke Fox and Jubal Fresh launched "Brooke & Jubal in the Morning" on Seattle's MOViN 92.5, creating radio magic with their chemistry and iconic segments.
• 2011: Show debuts on KQMV-FM Seattle
• 2016: National syndication by Premiere Networks
• 2016: Brooke wins NAB Marconi Award
• Built audience with "Second Date Update," "Phone Taps," and "Loser Line"
April 2020: The Split
Jubal Fresh was terminated by Hubbard Broadcasting for "inappropriate, unprofessional, offensive, and insubordinate conduct."
• Jubal filed wrongful termination lawsuit
• Claimed company avoided paying salary during COVID
• Lawsuit was unsuccessful
• Show rebranded as "Brooke & Jeffrey in the Morning"
Where Are They Now?
Brooke Fox
Continues hosting "Brooke & Jeffrey in the Morning" with longtime producer Jeffrey Dubow. The show maintains national syndication and their signature segments.
• 17+ years in morning radio
• 2016 NAB Marconi Award winner
• Show still nationally syndicated
• Airs on MOViN 92.5 and beyond
Jubal Fresh
Launched "The Jubal Show" in August 2020 on iHeartMedia's Hits 106.1 KBKS-FM in Seattle, featuring his wife Alex Fresh and "English Evan" Omelia.
• Stand-up comedian & TV personality
• New show expanding syndication
• Co-hosts with wife Alex Fresh
• Based in Seattle market
Iconic Segments That Made Them Famous
Second Date Update
Following up on first dates gone wrong to uncover what really happened.
Phone Taps
Hilarious prank calls that had listeners in stitches every morning.
Loser Line
Listeners calling in to confess their most embarrassing moments.
TikTok Revival
In recent years, classic segments from "Brooke & Jubal in the Morning" have experienced a massive resurgence on TikTok, introducing their comedy gold to a whole new generation of fans who are just discovering their legendary chemistry.
Learn About the TikTok RevivalFrequently Asked Questions
What happened to Brooke and Jubal?
In April 2020, Jubal Fresh was terminated by Hubbard Broadcasting, ending the beloved "Brooke & Jubal in the Morning" partnership. The show was rebranded as "Brooke & Jeffrey in the Morning" with Brooke Fox continuing alongside producer Jeffrey Dubow, while Jubal launched his own successful show.
Why did Brooke and Jubal break up?
Brooke and Jubal didn't break up by choice - Jubal was fired by Hubbard Broadcasting for alleged "inappropriate conduct." However, Jubal claimed the real reason was financial, as the company wanted to avoid paying his salary during the COVID-19 pandemic's economic downturn.
Why did Brooke and Jubal split?
The split happened when Jubal Fresh was terminated in April 2020. While the official reason cited misconduct, Jubal filed a wrongful termination lawsuit claiming it was financially motivated. The lawsuit was ultimately unsuccessful, but both hosts have gone on to successful separate careers.
Why was Jubal fired from Brooke and Jubal?
Jubal was fired by Hubbard Broadcasting for "inappropriate, unprofessional, offensive, and insubordinate conduct" according to the company. Jubal disputed this, claiming the termination was actually about avoiding salary payments during the pandemic. The truth likely lies somewhere in between.