once again, this time to a full 50 kW daytime, allowing its directional signal to penetrate Canada. They, however, broadcast with only 1,100 watts overnight. Because AM transmits mostly through groundwave signals, and Northern Michigan's terrain is mostly sand, transmission is difficult, although WTCM's signal footprint is larger than those of other stations due to its low frequency. In 2012, Christal Frost joined the morning programming as producer and co-host. Christal has been affiliated with several other Northern Michigan stations since 2006. In January 2014, WTCM NewsTalk 580 introduced The Afternoon Drive to replace the Sean Hannity slot 3pm- 6pm weekdays. Norm Jones (Until his recent death) and Bill Froehlich hosted the show and focused on a variety of local news topics. The Christal Frost Show replaced the Norm Jones Show from 10am-12pm. Her show, referred to as "a different kind of talk" focuses on local and regional news, interviews and entertainment. In December, 2016, Red Eye Radio replaced Coast to Coast AM. References Michiguide.com - WTCM History External links TCM (AM) Radio stations established in 1940