The countdown clock on now-all-Christmas KVI-AM (570) in Seattle continues with 22 days as of Friday, and they have announced the talk hosts who take over when the holiday music is packed away. Starting January 3, the new "Smart Talk" lineup will include KOMO-TV's Elisa Jaffe with Mark Christopher as hosts of "Sunrise Seattle." The morning show will be followed by the syndicated Clark Howard, the local "Buzz" with Scott Carty from 1pm-3pm, and The Wall Street Journal's Daily Wrap with Michael Castner in afternoon drive. At night, KVI will replay encore shows of Clark Howard and Scott Carty. along with the syndicated Phil Hendrie and Imus overnight. Fisher Radio Seattle SVP and General Manager Jim Clayton says, “We are really excited about this new and innovative concept in talk radio. It is the perfect blend of news you can use and entertainment.”