The Answer 1170 AM

The Answer 1170 AM, also known as KCBQ, is a news/talk format commercial radio station in San Diego, California, United States, that typically features a lineup of syndicated programs hosted by well-known conservative personalities. The station is owned by Salem Media Group and offers Conservative talk programming such as Mike Gallagher, Dennis Prager, and Michael Medved. It may also cover local issues in addition to national topics related to politics, government, and current affairs. KCBQ used a Top 40 format in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, later airing country music and oldies formats in the 1980s and 1990s, before switching to talk. The station’s programming might include shows focused on news, debates, and discussions on topics such as policy, the economy, and cultural issues, often catering to an audience that aligns with conservative or libertarian values.