Richmond Radio Graffiti Board 2001 Archives (8/6/2001

Richmond Radio Graffiti Board Archive Page 15
(8/6/01 - 8/28/01)

Thor is sad. Thor wonders where crazy people like Greg B, Observer, Fly on the wall, Lark Logan, and other idiots have been. Has Thor gotten rid of them all, or did the obvious already happen and they finally got blown out. CC probably couldn't afford that $3 an hour salary for them now that they have to pay those new Senior Vp's they have around the country. Where's silly Randall B, still screwing up WRVA?, or will the enivitable happen sometime this year? These and other topics will be discussed by THOR. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is 1st in line at the Golden Coral buffet.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 21:15:59 (EDT)

CONGRATS TO THE FREE LANCE STAR. THE SALE OF WWUZ 969 THE ROCK NOW HAS FCC APPROVAL. I WOULD LIKE TO AGAIN SAY THANKS TO ALL THE PEOPLE ON THIS BOARD WHO WHERE A HELP WHEN I MOVED DOWN THIS WAY. I REALLY NEED IT AND YOU ALL WERE THERE. ROUGHLY 45 DAYS FROM NOW I WILL BE JOBLESS IF YOU ALL KNOW OF ANYTHING FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME.

THOM MAC
969 THE ROCK
THOM MAC <MORNINGMACATTACK@RADIODJS.COM>
FREDERICKSBURG, VA USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 08:33:41 (EDT)

Lucas, I've done Richmond radio for years. I still don't know who you are. Could you clarify?
Sammy
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 07:31:22 (EDT)

Please, don't encourage him.
Lucas Foxx's Mom
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:33:37 (EDT)

Thank-you! I've got a million of them! Two shows daily! Ya'all come back now, ya hear?
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:30:36 (EDT)

Could somebody please tell me why the Mjolnir smells like fish?
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:24:32 (EDT)

Good Gosh, You're right, Thor. I just can't help myself.
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:20:21 (EDT)

Styx and Stones may break my bones, but we play them anyway.
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:12:45 (EDT)

Hey, if I wanted to be insulted, I'd have gone to work!
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:11:08 (EDT)

I must be in the wrong room. I'm sorry. I came to buy an argument. This seems to be the room for abuse.
Lucas Foxx
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 01:05:42 (EDT)

Thor tells Betty not to worry, Thor will make sure she pisses some people off just to make sure that all 7 people who read this board know who rules the board. Thor will begin to talk about other things than radio. Thor does not want anyone to think because she gave out some silly little site that Thor is everyone's friend. (Thor still likes Betty) Hey Lucas, why not post something here really stupid, sorry, you can't help but to do that. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise Thor is brave, Thor is back to clipping her toenails.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 18:37:22 (EDT)

little lull in the board? Or is everybody getting along now that Thor passed along a great website.
betty bodine
USA - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 17:09:19 (EDT)

Thor speaks to Ogbro....rrrrruuuuuupppppp. Thor has spoken, Thir is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is a hot blond thinking of BTO
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 14:30:23 (EDT)

Thor, I ran into a relative of yours at the Chesterfield county fair yesterday. At least, she claimed to be a relative. He said to say hello to your lovely gorilla hair and hopes to see that big red boat if it ever floats again. Truthfully speaking, he looks good in spite of having known you. Her hair was somewhat diminished, however. Love and kisses, BTO
BTO
USA - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 09:09:38 (EDT)

Thanks for posting the WLS history website (finally something radio related)! I've always enjoyed Larry Lujack and his "Animal Stories" during the time I worked in Chicago. Has anyone read his book, "Super Jock?" Most excellent!
Lark Logan <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 19:35:51 (EDT)

Great site, Thor! John "Records" Landecker, Fred Winston and others from the BIG 89, were huge influences on a young and impressionable Lucas Foxx!
Lucas Foxx <@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Virginia USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 18:28:44 (EDT)

Thank you to all of you Wall Street gurus that sent me the advice. I really appreciat it. I may know art, teaching, traffic reporting (or used to), but I don't know beans about investing! Thanks again. PS-the WLS site is great!
Shadow <gettbent@aol.com>
USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 17:56:55 (EDT)

Thor has a fun radio site to visit http://www.wlshistory.com/. This site will help the local $4 an hour morons learn about radio and maybe the local radio will get better, then again, maybe it won't. For the true professionals out there like Shotgun John, Bobba, Betty, Shado, Sweetie and many more, (Thor apologizes for any she left off), you'll all enjoy this site loaded with airchecks and history of WLS in Chicago. For the local morons, keep interviewing out there and that WaWa gas gig will open up for you soon. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor knows what WLS stands for.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 15:29:05 (EDT)

It's really quite simple observant observer. It all depends on one's time frame in the market. If you have a long term outlook....and my long term outlook is probably quite different from yours....chances are CCU will come back once Ad Revenue turns around. If you're a short termer looking to turn some bucks over the next 2-6-8 months....perhaps you might want to sell it. You could do better elsewhere. If my previous post was confusing..perhaps you should stay out of the stock market.
Observer
USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 09:09:37 (EDT)

Observer, first you tell Shadow that if he can hang on to his stock, to hang on to it because in 6 months to a year CCU will come back. THEN you say hang on to it short term because revenue is down. Then you tell him to dump it. If HE isn't confused I am!!!!!
observant observer
USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 08:01:00 (EDT)

Shadow....regarding CCU stock.... Depends on your time frame. If you're willing to wait it out...6 months to maybe a year...CCU will most likely come back. Even with their dismal reputation as operators, with so many stations they almost can't help but make money. Short term though...ad revenue is down and the stock looks to be tredding water at best. If I were you, I'd dump it. Put your bucks in a money market account while doing a little research on some other investment avenues. As far as stocks go, Mutual funds are the safest route.
Observer
USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 21:33:41 (EDT)

Thor has not had Fisch for dinner, but Thor has caught Fisch and discussed Fisching with Fisch. Thor will catch Fisch soon and will begin a Sunday night tradition with Fisch. Thor has spoken Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is a fan of Boba Lou!
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 13:34:58 (EDT)

Thor, had "Fisch" for dinner yet?
BOBALOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
mechanicsville, va - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 13:18:01 (EDT)

Thor, had "Fisch" for dinner yet?
BOBALOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
mechanicsville, va - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 13:17:49 (EDT)

Thor Blows Wild Pigs!
Thor Basher II
Long Pump, VA USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 12:27:35 (EDT)

Marko, I checked the InTheBite webpage for results and didn't see any fish on the page but it wouldn't surprise me that I was the cause of their dry spell on the Wireless. John Boy & Billy are kickin' butt and you need to get your butt out of #241 and, as the Jefferson's say, get..."movin' on up!" GO PACK!!
Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 12:11:21 (EDT)

Those current and former Richmonders who loved "Millard the Mallard" might be interested in this story from the TD... http://www.timesdispatch.com/vametro/MGBBSTITPQC.html ... Make note of the sentence that reads "THE Radio station." ....
No Radio Guru
USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 01:00:18 (EDT)

Philly Phil and Mickey Spencer (5:30-10am) Freddie Foxx (10am-3pm) Capt. Burt Robinson (3-7pm) Damian (7pm-12midnight) Rob and the Overnight Flight (12midnight-5:30am)
DB
USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 00:48:08 (EDT)

WJMO-FM 105.7 Owner: Radio One
DB
USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 00:46:51 (EDT)

Yo, yo JJ, it's about to be off the heezee. I'm gonna bus it fo ya. Yo, dis be what up wit Magic 105.7. It ain't none of that country shiznit like it was in the waybacks. Yo, dis is fresh, they be kickin' the old skoo r&b jamz fer real dough. In the words of MC Hammer, propa.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
AAE, AAE Awareness Art Ensemble - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 23:26:55 (EDT)

I've been thinking of dumping my CC stock. Maybe a mutual fund. Since I know nothing about nuthin', any tips from you investment gurus would be appreciated...don't be shy, I know you are out there watching the board. Thanks! Shadow
Shadow <gettbent@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 22:11:54 (EDT)

I'm out of town now and have no fear of appearing ignorant, so...somebody tell me the deal with "Magic 105.7". Format? Parent company? Airstaff?
JJ
USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 21:36:32 (EDT)

Yo Jim Herring... your boss caught all the fish the day AFTER you left. Let us know toiling here in #241 marketland if you ever want to get rid of those obnoxious morons BillyBob and Redneckboy and kick a#@ in the mornings.. Anybody? Anybody? Go Pack!! Marko the Sharko
markobx <markobx@beachlink.com>
Nags Head, NC USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 18:34:45 (EDT)

That's Magic 105.7, and Yes...the E-Man is back sounding as good as ever!!!
Forever Rockin
USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 17:54:41 (EDT)

If you hadn't heard, Eric E Stanley and the Bebop boogie and Blues Revue is BACK! Sunday night, 9pm - midnight, at Power 105.7 FM. It's almost like he hasn't left... (also: he's got another cancer benefit this Sunday at Alley Katz)
Midnight Tree Bandit <mtbandit@mediaone.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 13:50:15 (EDT)

I KNOW! I KNOW! TIM MAC IS Charlton Heston!!!!!
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
AAE, AAE Awareness Art Ensemble - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 09:14:13 (EDT)

I must say that Q is sounding better as of late. The Surf-man is great in the afternoons and his relaxed brand of nice humor goes over well. Jason is doin' good too. The station just feels/sounds more relaxed - like the jocks are actually having fun again. GO BILLY! Now if you could only get rid of "Q-it or Screw it" (or just rename it) and get Jake to stop shouting.... PS - Question: How many democrats does it take to lie cheat and steal you out of your hard earned money? Answer: Any and all of them if you let them.
Stupe Man <zzzzzzz@PODUNK.com>
USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 23:03:07 (EDT)

No...Thor is not Tim Mac. Come on, put your heads together. Who used to post on this board quite often? Of course, I'm not positive, but I feel strongly I'm correct who our "Tim Mac" may be. "Good Times and Great Oldies" has come out of his mouth more than a few times.
Clue
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 22:08:37 (EDT)

Thank you, Captain Obvious!! Thor looks good in my underwear!
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
AAE, AAE Awareness Art Ensemble - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 18:45:06 (EDT)

Yeah, way to copy and paste, you're amazing!
Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 17:59:13 (EDT)

Lurkin' - Fabulous!! ROTFLMAO!!!
Todd Wolfe
USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 14:08:11 (EDT)

Thor would like to thank stup man for his vast knowledge. Thor is not Tim Mac, Thor never did listen to Cool 106.5 (no offense Scott Stevens,) but Thor knows Bill Drake must be a great person. Thor finds it amusing that people like Observer think Thor wrote something as un-creative as the musings of Tim Mac. Thor knows folks lke Observer and Jim Herring and others have not paid attention to the true meaning of Thor. Thor hopes these people rent and don't own any property, Thor knows they will travel place to place "Up and Down the Dial". Thor welcomes the Fisch Man to town. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor would have liked to see Bob Sommers in the crescent city!
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 13:53:34 (EDT)

Clear Channel Radio released details today of their biggest acquisition yet. Clear Channel's Randy Michaels announced this morning that the broadcasting giant has just purchased Heaven and plans on taking over the popular afterlife destination sometime in the early fall. CO-bidder, Citadel Communications came close to the undisclosed asking price, but decided to pull out of the deal towards the end. A Citadel spokeswoman said that the company heard that Hell is going on the market, and the fiery pit of the damned is more in tune with their business practices and would definitely be a better investment. "It was a great achievement for a great company.", Mr.Michaels said in an interview this morning. "We're pleased with Heaven. However, there will be a few changes taking place in the next couple of years." Michaels, (or St.Randy as he is now known at the company), was hesitant to discuss what changes would occur in Heaven, but when pressed for details, Michaels blurted out a few. "The Pearly Gates have been replaced by a plastic shower curtain," said St.Randy. Pearly Gates are extremely expensive to maintain. The 10 Commandments are out, too! They'll be replaced by the CC Mission Statement. That's what kids will be studying at Sunday School from now on. And as with every acquisition CC has made, there have been some employment casualties. Michaels continues: "We let St.Peter go right off the bat. The guy has been on the job for over 2000 years and making an incredible amount of money. That's money that will go to the bottom line.We've discovered a lot of waste here. We laid off 14,000 harp-playing angels and cherubs. The 20,000 angels we have decided to keep have all been issued CC kazoos. It's nothing personal. It's just business, mind you." Other casualties? "St. Anthony is gone, as well," continued Michaels. I mean, people pray to the guy when they lose something. There was clearly no place in the company for him. From now on, you'll have to remember where you put your keys, because Anthony won't be there to help you anymore. We think we'll be keeping St. Joseph, though. We can always use a carpenter." "Six of the apostles got the ax," continued Michaels. Don't worry. They were the ones no one knew, anyway. Two apostles named James? Not in this company. On the upside, we were able to hire Judas to oversee the financial department. I know what you're thinking, but he's a good guy when you get to know him-and we did make him sign a 300 year noncompete." The company is currently looking into how this purchase will affect the living folks back on Earth. "The Pope is pretty worried!", laughed St. Randy. "He's heard about these CC takeovers. We'll know by the winter whether or not we're going to keep him. Look for either the white or black puff of smoke at the Vatican." It's estimated that Heaven has over 14 million radio stations for residents to listen to. What will become of them? "They're all programmed in religious formats, as you can probably guess," said Michaels. "That's going to change! We see voice tracking eliminating the Heavenly airstaff at these stations. The jocks haven't got a prayer." More details as they become available.
Lurkin' 'round Basie Road <lurkin@basieroad.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 11:44:53 (EDT)

I know Thor and Tim Mac is no Thor (many thanks to Lloyd Benson, the running mate of that looser democratic presidential candidate a while back....I know that is stating the obvious - all democrats are loosers - with the moral strength of a floppy turd on a hot summer day)
Stupe Man <zzzzzzz@PODUNK.com>
USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 10:29:42 (EDT)

Tim Mac = Thor (The Whore).
Obvious
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 09:00:41 (EDT)

"Tim Mac" is no stranger to this board. It just came to me who he actually is. Think about it! Who haven't we heard from in some time that used to post quite often? Welcome back....it didn't take you long to stir things up.
Clue
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 23:51:58 (EDT)

I just wanted to add a few more comments regarding Bill Drake. I had the pleasure of working with Bill and I will also attest there is no finer individual in radio. This man works hard, sounds great and is a real team player. If there was ever someone positive in the room, it was Bill Drake. Bill, we are running John Boy & Billy up here in Fredericksburg on Thunder 104.5 and would LOVE to have you come on up and work it for us. You did a great job in Richmond. By the way, add Scott Stevens and Joe Siragusa to the list of fine quality people from the old COOL 106.5 staff. These guys are also first-class. Love ya, mean it!!
Jim Herring` <JimHerring@msn.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 14:00:13 (EDT)

Tim Mac - I can only add to all of the positive support that I have seen here for Bill Drake. Having known Bill for close to ten years, I can honestly say that he is one of the most talented and dedicated indviduals in this radio market. I beg to differ with your comments that he will find it difficult to find a new position. Bill Drake is a rare find in this world corporate radio and any group would do well to have someone of his character and work ethic within their employ. Consider yourself on report and we will be watching you! -A Bill Drake fan & friend-
Djin2k <djin2k@cs.com>
richmond, va USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 12:33:18 (EDT)

Sorry for the double-post. It appears you cannot make a correction without your post doubling up.
Lark
USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 11:50:33 (EDT)

I don't bother with this board any more, except on the rare occasion I may find some good radio info. However, the cruel slam against Bill Drake just irritated me to no end. All I have to say is that Bill is a class act all the way. Everything Scott Stevens says is correct, especially about running the complicated JB&B show. No one works harder, has done more and graciously put up with more crap than Bill. He's also been a great friend. Now, when is this board ever going to get back to the business of radio and away from the tabloid attitude?
Lark Logan <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 11:49:34 (EDT)

I don't bother with this board any more, except on the rare occasion I may find some good radio info. However, the cruel slam against Bill Drake just irritated me to no end. All I have to say is that Bill is a class act all the way. Everything Scott Stevens says is correct, especially about runnin the complicated JB&B show. No one works harder, has done more and graciously put up with more crap than Bill. He's also been a great friend. Now, when is this board ever going to get back to the business of radio and away from the tabloid attitude?
Lark Logan <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 11:47:44 (EDT)

Just to clear up any miss understanding Tim Mac is not Thom Mac from 969 The Rock. I dont know who he is but its not me. ok now I feel better. Things here are pretty much the same waiting on the FCC to make a decree about the sale then it's off into the sunset. Thanks to all. See you out in the real world Late, Thom Mac
Thom Mac <morningmacattack@radiodjs.com>
Bowling green , VA USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 07:31:19 (EDT)

Oh yeah...speaking of 106.5-ers, Joe Siragusa is a class act. I was bummed to hear Cool was flipped, but not only for the music - for the fact that Joe was getting the boot! Joe, if you're out there, send me and e-mail movie update!
JJ <reactr04@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 23:14:14 (EDT)

Tim Mac...you obviously need to make mean comments about Bill Drake to feel better about yourself. I don't know you, but I know that comment was uncool and uncalled for. Bill and I have never been great friends, but we had a good working relationship. He seemed like an honest guy who did what he had to do to feed his family. How can you find fault with this? And what makes you think you're in a position to pass judgement about this man and his responsibilities to his family? Word to the wise: using this board to bring another person down only makes one look like an ass.
JJ
Rockville, M3 USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 23:03:23 (EDT)

Terrible comment Tim Mac. I didn't work with Bill Drake very long, but no doubt, he is a great person, has a great attitude, and is a HARD WORKER. Does anyone have an update on the previous Cool 106.5 crew? They are such good, friendly people. How about you Scott Stevens? Sorry if this question has already been covered lately. Regards,
Mike Friedman
Fredericksburg, va USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 21:36:25 (EDT)

You tell 'em Scott!
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 19:40:34 (EDT)

OK Tim Mac. You are entitled to your opinion. However, I am also entitled to mine. Bill Drake is one of the hardest working jocks around and sounds great on the air. At 96.5, he was there for soft a/c, the Duck, WLEE, and the Planet. At then AMFM, not only did he do middays at Cool, but also ran the tightest John Boy and Billy in the country. In fact, the JB&B network had Drake consult other stations on how to integrate a local host with the network. That was the key. Bill did not just run the board, he added local life to the show. With apologies to my buddy, Kerry James, no one ran the Big Show like Bill Drake. One of the reasons Drake will continue to have success, is his versatility and his hard work. He also is a great guy and an even greater dad. For you "Tim Mac" to even suggest that Drake is not doing right by his family, only shows you do not know Bill Drake at all.
Scott Stevens <scottstevens@richmond.com>
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 19:23:27 (EDT)

Let's see, people listen to XL for music, soon on any given Saturday or Sunday, they'll carry Nascar, let's figure this one out. 1. CC no longers beleives in the format since they can't sell the real format anymore, and B. they will try to rip off some accounts and sell the hype of Nascar, it's ashame. Thor has advice to anyone who thinks this is a good move. Please contact Thor and she will sell you some swamp land in Colorado, it's a real good deal. Idiots. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is getting a better understanding of the market by watching Dumb (lucas) & Dumber (Randall B).
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 19:09:29 (EDT)

Whoa Timmy. Timmy. Timmy. Do you kiss your boyfriend with that nasty mouth of yours? Your roots to the seamier side of Podunk are showing. Shame on you, you bitter little person.
Stupe Man <zzzzzz@podunk.com>
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 18:49:09 (EDT)

I'll have to admit that (at least for this market and other white trash dominated ones) that XL is making a wise move with NASCAR.But, wouldn't they be better off trying a real sport? I don't exactly think that making left turns all day in a souped up Ford is a sport.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
AAE, AAE Awareness Art Ensemble - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 16:13:03 (EDT)

Well Tim Mac, you are a complete and utter idiot. You are probably in sales if you are an idiot, you should hang with Keeler and Thor. Bill Drake was a great guy, one of the nicer jocks in the market. Where are your manners, Timmy? Wait a minute, I know what's wrong with you. You're Timmy! from Southpark. Well, stop being so bitter because you're stuck in a wheelchair and can't say anything except for your own name. I'm surprised you could pull your wheelchair up to the keyboard to type, unless you have like a Stephen Hawking kind of wheelchair. That'd be great.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
AAE, AAE Awareness Art Ensemble - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 16:09:17 (EDT)

Suggested new lic plates:RYDOSX,IHTRDO.
cryptic
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 13:50:17 (EDT)

I've been wondering if the former Cool jocks ever got work?I'll bet Bill Drake is not one of them.With the exception of Will Rollins,Drake was one the worst jocks they had,and the reason they probably lost in the ratings.You can't make it in this market anymore on podunk talent.I think he is going to be in for a big shock when he finds out nobody wants him,or starts getting the 12-15 grand offers and wonders why he can't get 30 grand anymore.Hey dude,you got a family to raise,and the real estate network can't pay your bills forever.The responsible person would start seeking out other career options.You gotta be REAL good now to make 30 grand.
Tim Mac
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 13:25:46 (EDT)

About the BEAT: I do. Everywhere I go in the city, its the BEAT on the radio. Power's on a few, but the BEAT's dominating. I can't wait for the first book to see what they did to Power initally.
JAL
USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 01:25:37 (EDT)

I think NASCAR is a good move also. Other markets have used the same programming strategy, AOR w/sports. I think XL will prove itself. On to the next thing, as far as I'm concerned; humility, decency, civility and just plain 'ol fashioned being humane sure count for alot. It really matters very little to most of us just how accomplished one may be professionally, if you aint got no manners, its harder to be liked. worked it.
jeff alexander
richmond, USA - Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 00:45:48 (EDT)

Nascar on XL on Sunday afternoons or Saturday nights is a great move for them. While I agree that consistancy is important, broadcasting what your target wants to hear when they want to hear it is paramount. I'd have a problem if Clear Channel put Nascar on Q or the Beat but this is just good programming. I also think that after being misled, XL searched for it's voice for several books and that they've finally found it. They walk the fine line between 2 formats and it's taken time to refine the niche. I also agree that BT is a welcome addition and that Philpot is constant, yet invisable and no one tunes out because of what he does, while I believe his counterpart on the Planet, Dick Hungate may cause people to punch out simply by being Dick. I really agree with what a previous poster wrote about McKee. Clear Channel needs to give the guy some bodies in his studio. I understand the economics of modern corporate radio, but he's a talent and a name and a modicum of help from management would go a long way. Give him another guy like Woody and someone to go back and forth with like Beck and maybe a chick to interact with. Give him the tools or the weapons and he wins the war. I think the Beat is a great move by Clear Channel as well. Take some points from where there are points. I can't believe I'm writing this on a Saturday night, but I got stood up and there's nothing on TV. Bones, see you tomorrow afternoon at Marla's.
My 2 cents
USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 20:14:14 (EDT)

As far as XL and Nascar are concerned, if you take into consideration the day and time that the races air, it's a slam dunk. XL's target is young men and young men on Sundays in the fall want either football or racing and they'll go to wherever it's available to get it. XL 102 can't lose. On Sunday afternoons in the fall most of their audience will be doing anything but wanting to hear the best classic rock and the best new rock. The fact that racing is now on XL is synergy in action. John Boy and Billy can talk about racing all they want, if you want the race itself, you're going to have to listen to XL 102. The overall perception that XL is now Richmond's NASCAR station will be invaluable.
Chewy
USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 19:54:25 (EDT)

What the braintrust think about the national jocks in the urban market,ie Tom joyner , Russ Parrr,and the SQUEEZE out of local talent? There's only one local team in the local urban market (MAGIC 105.7)
big bob
USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 15:48:49 (EDT)

Listener - RIGHT ON. I'm glad you understood that I wasn't disagreeing with you about how XL could be a more consistant music-oriented station. After having worked there for years, I too have a dream-team line-up assembled in my head that would make that station hum (right down to the traffic department...!). As far as Nascar, I don't get it AT ALL, but other people sure do. Imagine my horror at realizing that members of my own family tape the race...BITTER! Anyway, thanks for the positive banter, Listener - there's hope for the ol' board yet!
JJ
Gaithersbeeyatch, Md USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 15:06:43 (EDT)

106.5 The Beat stikes me as more of a stategic move on the part of Clear Channel, to bring CDX's numbers down to a more manageable level. CC is making an attempt to gain more market share, and bolster the ranking of their existing stations. A fairly wise move if you ask me.
listener
Richmond , VA USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 15:01:06 (EDT)

I had the opportunity to listen to WRVA when I was back in town for the Heilig-Meyers bankruptcy auction last week. Got some nice Herman Miller chairs. I couldn't believe what I heard. The news intro, with its testosterone laden chest thumping, included everything but their 4 time Silver Sow award. What a joke; talk about trading on memories. Then came Alan Price. He's bad enough, but who is "Skippy" the inane co-host? He chimes in with absolutely NOTHING to say, probably doing it by "remote" from his real broadcasting job at the McDonalds drive-thru on Broad. Maybe in a few years I can buy John Lassman's and Randall Bloomquist's chairs at a similar auction. Except for the fact that they would be so horribly disfugured by their astronomically fat asses.
Tell it like it is again
long, slow pump, va USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 14:57:41 (EDT)

JJ - There are exceptions to every rule, of course. TV programming has a tendency to be more diverse on a single channel. I'm sure there are reasons for this, of which I'm not aware , because I have very little TV programming experience. However, XL did see a nice gain in numbers in the last survey, but I suspect that their erratic programming will manifest itself as a bumpy ratings ride, before leveling out somewhat lower than the XL of the past. NASCAR fans will certainly be delighted to hear the races here in Richmond on a nice strong FM signal though. I wonder if those cheap little red headphones that they sell, and wear at the races even receive FM? That's my opinion. Unlike some others, I'm always interested in someone else's perspective.
listener
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 14:32:13 (EDT)

Thor humbly thanks Stup Man. Thor will continue to spread truths to simple minded people. Maybe one day they will listen, Thor is optimistic about that. Thor has spoken, thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor avoids oysters in months that end in "R"
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 13:06:13 (EDT)

Does the New Beat in Richmond think it has the Power to really bring down Power 92? Just wondering....
Just Wondering
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 12:42:34 (EDT)

"listener", I agree with your comments on a personal level. If I was a "listener", I'd want an in-your-face, agressive mix of music and attitude when I turned XL on...but chew on this: MTV is by far the most successful cable channel in the world, and they couldn't SPELL consistancy! Last night I flipped to "Music TeleVision" and they were running some soap opera about "the adventures of the children of a hated software magnate". Now, I'd rather take a hot poker to the eye than waste a half-hour on that crap, BUT PEOPLE OUT THERE WILL WATCH IT. Programming decisions like the this and the one XL has made are based on tons of research, and I'd bet in XL's case they've done a lot of it (Clear Channel doesn't love NASCAR, they love MONEY). Plus, with all the suggestions that you've made, it's worth noting that XL's "inconsistancy" netted them a healthy jump in the last book. Nascar will only make them stronger. So as much as I agree with your rock-purist view, I'd bet dollars to dunkles it'll be successful. After all, it IS Nascar...in Richmond...duh!
JJ
Rockville, Mud USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 10:27:26 (EDT)

Consistency is the life blood of a radio station. Listeners will come back to your station time and time again, IF they get what they're expecting every time. A station like XL, at this point in the game, is not fulfilling that simple need. Sometimes you get music, sometimes you get sex talk, now, you might even hear Ely Gold talking about Rusty's new paint scheme. All of those programs are strong on their own merits, but together on the same station, they'll just end up frustrating the core listeners. The more a station gets away from their niche, the farther into the chasm of mediocrity they'll fall. Here's my simple rock radio creed. Attitude, Personality, In Your Face, Rock N' Roll. BT is the only jock I've heard on XL that seems to have a clue how it's supposed to be done. Four hours a day, XL sounds pretty good. McKee still does his thing well, he just needs a sidekick, and a good stunt guy. Philpott actually sounds pretty good as well, considering he's probably never even been to Richmond. Lucas should be back on nights, LIVE, where he does his best work. Bring back the consistency, attitude, and personality that XL has lost, and you'll bring back one of Richmond's great radio stations. All that being said, I have reset that preset to Y101.
listener
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 02:29:50 (EDT)

Has anybody else heard that XL will be broadcasting the upcoming Nascar race? It's true! Plans are being made and the green light has been given. Is 910 sports not good enough to air this "sporting" event? I just don't get it. Does anyone have an opinion on this? What do you think about dropping music for live Nascar coverage?
46&2 <NascarSUXX@AntiRedneck.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 00:52:54 (EDT)

Ok, let's see if we can figure this out. There is this odd symbionic relationship betwen sales, programming, promotions and the rest of the crew, right? All should be giving over 100% effort right? When you get some numbnuts slacking - engineer, promo maggot, sales weinie, or jock, it shows and badly for the station. The piles of stink that mess up the remote, appearance, or whatever will surely be gone in a month or two because the word will get out on the worhtless time sucking slime. Right? Soon, the slacker will be gone. Your job is to do it the best you can. F*ck the rest. Help the other parts of the crew and your rep wil soar. Don't help and it will be come known. Here is a DOPE SLAP for you that don't get it....WHACK!! Your job is to make the station look good. You make it look bad and tough doo-doo, yau are gone baby; no regrets, don't let the door hit you on the way out. Plus I guarentee the clients will notice and remember your sh*tty attitude. Think about that next time the remote, club appearance or what-ever passes you by. By the way. Everybody hates Thor right? Listen to the godly one, because she/he/it speaks many truths and is in a far better place than you can ever imagine in your small market mind. Godhood can be a nice location and a rightous place to pass judement on all that hail from PODUNK CITY. Work it, baby work it.
Stupe Man <Stupeman@zzzz.com>
USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 00:12:24 (EDT)

John, are people actually going to be able to hear us at WVCW this year? Be sure to check out my show, Morning Wood, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7am-9am,thaaaanks
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
Springfield, yup romania - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 21:18:46 (EDT)

You know what's sad Jim, all that equipment that you worked with at WVCW was still in use when i started there in 96' and when i graduated in 2000!!! I even think some of the records were still there!!! THANX VCU FOR THE SUPPORT!!!!!!!!!!
Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 16:51:04 (EDT)

This message is for John Carpenter regarding WVCW @ VCU. I was one of those who started out at WVCW. What a blast! I had very much of a free-form show on Friday afternoon's (3 - 7) back in 1981-83. I played classic rock while the rest of the station played Black Flag, Squirrel Bait and some other bands with names I can't mention in public. I will never forget the horrible turntables, the giant knobs on the antiquated board and the "For A Good Time Call..." campaign. After that, I went on to WKHK, WKIK, WWWV, WBZU, WVGO, WGRQ, WOBR and many more. It's certainly been a blast!!
Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 15:32:14 (EDT)

Hi y'all from the Crescent City. Found Bourbon Street with no problem, but "good" radio is proving more elusive. Maybe there's something wrong with the radio in that rental car. Jason, maybe I should bring you some crawfish gumbo with Louisiana hot sauce on it and see if you steal that!
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
New Orleans (for the next couple of hours), LA USA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 12:56:19 (EDT)

Somers, I watched Jason eat 'em!...BOB-A-LOU
BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 12:46:54 (EDT)

I'm not a "radio board must only talk radio" guy, but could we bring this down a notch or two?
JJ
USA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 08:16:16 (EDT)

I don't think I could stand Danforth's bitching. Please apply to a different store. Lucas did not wait on Thor, because Thor is obnoxious and annoys WaWa's paying customers. It was Lucas' sincere hope that Thor would go away and never return. Politely asking her to leave had no effect. He trusts she made it safely back to her home at the State Hospital.
Lucas Foxx <@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Virginia USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 22:08:52 (EDT)

To ...... Thor is laughing at you. Here is another moron who is taking Thor too seriously, Thor finds you amusing. So if you want to let everyone know who you are that's fine, Thor does not care. To Danforth, please join silly little Lucas Foxx at his WaWa store gig, Lucas needs the help. Thor was there last week and couldn't get waited on at all. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor thinks Danforth is a loser
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 17:33:23 (EDT)

Actually, prior, it is important. Every aspect of public relations is crucial when you are trying to win over listeners. Danforth, I agree you have a lot to learn, but hear me out. I've been in the industry for years upon years as a jock. I've seen promotions people work their ass off, and express an interest in getting on air. The ones who impress their immediate supervisors first and foremost are the ones often allowed to be loaned out to programming for an overnight shift here, or a board op job there. However, I've also seen malcontent promotions people who become so bitter, they become a cancer. I'm talking about the ones who feel they are 'owed' something other than what they signed up for in the first place. These are the ones who arrive to remotes late, do a half assed job hanging up banners, plop down in a chair and put their feet up on the table, doing nothing during the entire remote because 'it's not their job'. Don't become one of these, or you'll discover that it won't be your job for long.
Nobody
VA USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 16:42:05 (EDT)

Can I just point out that any 18 year old can plug in a marti, put up banners, and drive a station van? It's not a talent, it's grunt work. We're grateful to them, but it's not a highly specialized job.
Prior
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 15:06:29 (EDT)

Danforth, let me just remind you that it is the dental hygenist that does ALLL the work on the teeth, then the dentist comes in, checks on the work of the hygenist and tells you to come back in 6 months. In the hospital it is the nurse that brings you your pills, changes your sheets, empties your bedpan, gives you your shots, iv's, takes your pulse and temp...then the doc comes and and asks how you're doing...but the doctor and the dentist are the ones that make all the money, that's the way it is and will always be. So please stop complaining about having to hand out fliers, or hook up wires, or smile and set up prize wheels, because that's what you were hired for, and remember how excited you were when they hired you to do what you're complaning about? Think back.
Tired of whiners
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 13:58:27 (EDT)

F*ckin' a, man F*uckin' a.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
sandwich, booger finland - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:36:01 (EDT)

Oh yeah, it's also said that a true professional in the radio biz will ignore stupidity like "Thor" someone who uses (badly) a Norse god completely bastardized as their identity and referring to themselves in the first person is just SETTING themselves up to be bagged on. Did you get beaten up repeatedly in school? Or were you one of the shallow popular kids? Either way, I just can't help but laugh at you THOR. And I will continue to ridicule you because you are just such damn fine fodder. I am brave, I am ah christ it's just so stupid. Oh yeah, THOR, I too didn't use my real identity like you. BUT I will reveal mine in time. NOW. on to radio talk.
.......
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:32:02 (EDT)

Excuse me for having an opinion. Shouldn't you people be working? Back to the daily grind (not with Eric Nies) slackers. Hey Thor I have something really small you can suck up.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
Yes, no maybe - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:19:19 (EDT)

Hey Thor, you retard no life lurking dork of the internet. Isn't it good to complain, doesn't your therapist tell you that? People should complain, it's the ones that are quiet and keep to themselves people should worry about. The ones that explode one day and all hell breaks loose. So people I implore you to vent and gripe, it helps. And Thor, you need to try some of that weird thing called sunshine, and peel your pasty ass off the chair. I am brave I am wise ah hell never mind this is the lamest way to end a post.
..........
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:07:04 (EDT)

Hey Danforth, Thor says suck it up. Thor knows. Thor did whatever it took to get the promotions gig done. Thor still does that even as a Tram Driver at Kings Dominion. If you don't like it, quit, but stop complaining. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is still sucking it up
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 10:20:07 (EDT)

DANFORTH, here's what you need to know: In radio, there are four major categories of employment...Sales, Programming, Management and Support. Promotions is a part of support. So is Engineering, Production, Traffic, etc. That means if you're in one of those categories, you have to eat it until you're a manager. It's not easy (I still struggle), but it's a lot better if you accept the reality of your situation. That is this: until you advance, you have to cater to Sales, Programming and Management. Period. Honestly, I don't know much, but I know that I had a breakthrough about 2 years ago. I realized that I'm better off focusing on what's important in life (NOT radio). Since then, I don't let it bother me. Sure, a lot of us love radio but face facts, what's important in life is family and friends. Once you realize this and learn to take the job a lot less seriously, you'll be a lot happier and you won't care WHAT your co-workers do or say (oh yeah, and you won't care who talks crap about you on this board).
JJ
Gthrsbrg, Md USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 21:59:14 (EDT)

Bob, I ate your popcorn shrimp, and your cheese biscuits.
Jason Paige <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 19:52:29 (EDT)

Hey Jeff: I'm still bumming around the Gulf Coast with the wife and kids, but plan to be back for Sunday night dinner with the boys. Send me your e-mail address and I'll let you know where we're gonna be this week when I find out.
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Biloxi (tonight only), MS USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 18:29:25 (EDT)

Bob, I guess I don't feel so bad now, I added an extra "M"... anyway my last post was just to say hi, I heard a guy on the air @ Q-94 and thought to myself "That guy sounds good" ....It was you. Do you and Shot-gun and Bob-a-lou still go over to the Red Lobster on Sundays? I'd like to hang out some day with you guys!
jeff alexander
richmond, USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 16:04:37 (EDT)

A lot of good radio people that have come on the scene in the last 15 years got started in promotions and have gone on to become outstanding jocks from coast to coast. Some of them are Mike Burns, Funky, Johnny Young just to name a few, they Didn't bitch about what they had to do, they just got it done. Stop complaining about your job and what you have to do, people are standing in line everyday looking for work, if you don't want to work keep your ass home!
Watching <hardworkpaysoff.com>
Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 15:23:14 (EDT)

So what is the point Danforth? .
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 14:17:09 (EDT)

JOHN LASSMAN IS A GREAT PD!!!!!
me
USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 13:29:33 (EDT)

Anyhow, I'm not saying that I don't do my job. I'm saying that if promotions people are going to continue to be paid as little as we are, what's the point in us even doing our job if there's no extra incentive (like a tech fee for not knowing how to deal with the equipment). Nine times out of ten the jock out on a remote would be clueless as to how even plug a freakin' extension cord into the wall, we're out there doing our job, making the sales people (who most of the time are PRICKS) look good for their client, but we get screwed when it comes to pay.
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
Insanity, Pooh USSR - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 13:28:05 (EDT)

What? Why don't you enroll in KISS MY BLACK ASS 101??
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
INSANITY, NO OKAY - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 13:21:46 (EDT)

Danforth, it seems that you aren't that learned in promotions. No offense, but the promotions gig is where you help the engineer set up equipment (assistif need be) and hand out whatever the client wants to everyone approaching. Keep in mind, you are at a remote to help the station and the jock look good. Sales got the buy, so you're lucky if they even show up. Did you even enlist in promo 101 before you took the gig?
What?
On remote, VA USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 09:20:51 (EDT)

While it may be our job to deal with the equipment at CCR, we should be receiving some incentive (ie the tech fees that sales people have stolen from us) for having the technical know-how of dealing with the equipment and making YOUR remotes look and sound good. Also, if a sales person wants us to do something that they could do (ie handout fliers, etc) while they are sitting on their behind, they need to get up out of their seat. (this does not apply to all sales people, there are some of you that are decent, hardworking people and you're even likable, but the others give you guys a bad name) love
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
okay, good USSR - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 08:36:24 (EDT)

why is it that honest, hard-working promotions people get bossed around by lazy sales people and jocks who don't know how to deal with equipment? ___________________________________________________________________ Perhaps because dealing with equipment is the job of engineering and promotions? Just a thought.
What?
On remote, VA USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 04:03:30 (EDT)

Gd grief!!! Hw the heck culd I have mispelled my wn name?? I think there's smething wrng with ne f the keys n this laptp's keybard.
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
still Pensacola, FL USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 01:48:58 (EDT)

Hey Jim Sterling: I remember Terry Conrad at WEAM and, if that was you, then I think you're doing talk radio now but not as a Sterling or a Conrad. Am I right about that? By the way, got any pics of that GM's daughter you can e-mail me??
Bob Smers <audimg@aol.com>
Pensacola (for one more night), FL USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 01:36:03 (EDT)

I got my start dancing around in a Kangaroo costume at Q104 in Kansas. I walked/danced 5 miles of a 8 mile parade, before nearly collapsing. A nearby bank showed the temperature was 103, and I decided I had to quit. I don't remember how I got back to the fairgrounds, I was pretty out of it by that point and collapsed behind our booth. I do remember the GM coming back every 5 minutes wondering when I was going to get back into the suit. And I remember my response was less than civil.
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@NOSPAM.Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Virginia USA - Monday, August 13, 2001 at 20:48:20 (EDT)

why is it that honest, hard-working promotions people get bossed around by lazy sales people and jocks who don't know how to deal with equipment?
Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com>
INSANITY, RVA USA - Monday, August 13, 2001 at 20:04:18 (EDT)

Bob, I think our paths did cross. The station I was referring to was WEEL. I worked WEAM as the Original Terry Conrad. So how you doin'.
Jim Sterling/The Original Terry Conrad
Richmond, USA - Monday, August 13, 2001 at 07:34:39 (EDT)

Ever wear a gorilla suit for 45 minutes while dancing your butt off at the state fair? Sweat city. Who remembers Bobo the clown and his amazing store of insults at the dunking booth? I tried to insult people a few years later at a dunking booth (I was the dunkee to raise money) and people got sooooo pissed. It seems that one of my Fondest promotion memories was one of the earliest. At Q, we went everywhere, invited or not. My boss gave me the station van to drive home and told me to take it where I wanted. Just to have the logo out. Talk about a presence. Oh, and the best chicken I ever had from the Tech chicken farm cooking tent at the fair...
shadow <gettbent@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 23:46:09 (EDT)

"Oldies" formats (i.e. '50's and '60's-based formats) are dead.

Why?

Because sales weasels like Thor don't believe there's enough advertising money in the demographic (35+) that is believed to be interested in the Oldies format. That's why the Arrow ('70's rock) format came about in the late '80s and early '90's, and the '80's-intensive format came about in the late '90's and later. Those formats were/are believed to "sell" to the high-end of the 18-34 and low end of the 35-54 demo.

The fact that '50's music would appeal to younger demos, if promoted properly, is lost on sales drones who prefer an easy sale of a hot format to actually having to work for a living.
Just A. Thought
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 22:28:16 (EDT)

Thor welcomes Bogga Back to town. Thor is acting goofy right now! There is some good radio up there, Thor was in Philly & Nueva York, spoke with a lot of good radio folks, so there is hope. Thor remembers Port A John Jumps, Porta John Drag Racing. Thor also remembers Eddie Money Concerts and the Q-94 15th birthday. So for all of you idiots who say Thor doesn't know radio Thor asks, how many of you have met with the VP programming with Infinity, Greater Media, Radio One and more. Probably none. Thor has. Thor sells them the brick and mortar that holds the programming of their stations together. Don't know what that means, stay off this board since you don't know radio. By the way to "You'd be surprised" Bite Thor. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, thor likes quickcrete.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 21:24:57 (EDT)

who are you jokin sommers? you're the guy who dropped the file folder, I've seen some of your office skills when I worked @ Q
jeff alexander
richmond, USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 20:09:26 (EDT)

Hey Jim Sterling: What station in DC were you referring to? Maybe our paths crossed at some point. I was at WEAM for a while in the early 70's.
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Pensacola (for a few days only), FL USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 19:40:23 (EDT)

I'm trying to remember some of the air staff at the old WVGO "Oldies 106". "Bear" Bruce Owens. Was there a Bob Stevens? Of course Greg Breedon. Then they went head to head with WDCK "The Duck" (Quack Quack). All their staff had duck names beginning with Bill Drake of course. Radio was still fun back then. I remember going to Florida the last week in July back in 1991. When I returned, "Oldies 106" was gone. Somehow I have a feeling that the format is history now.
Big John <bayonet65@aol.com>
Ivy, VA USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 17:52:38 (EDT)

Hey Wow! There's actually some RADIO talk on here thanks to Betty, Big John, Bobalou, and others. You guys are right..the raft races were a great promotion and we need more of that in this market. Big John asked about another oldies station in Richmond. What do you guys think? What are the possibilities? Oldies might not be for everyone, but I think there's still a place in the Richmond market for the format. I know I had fun working at "Oldies 106" (pre-'VGO) back in the early 90's.
Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 17:10:27 (EDT)

Been out of town for about 10 days. Sorry to say nothing on this board has changed with the exception of Betty Bodine's comments. Loved the one about the raft races...They were fun weren't they...REAL RADIO PROMOTION! THAT GOT REAL RESULTS!...Q-94 was number one for how many years. Real Radio Promotion still works. If you want to win, you've got to do it. Listened to a lot of great stations from Richmond to Northern Connecticut on this trip...Heard some great promotions. Who knows, we might just do some of them on Q-94...How would you know whether on not we ripped them off. None of you ever get out out of town and hear some Real Kick Ass Stations...Z-104 in DC, Q-102 in Philly, Z-100 in New York...Pro FM in Providence...Try it you'll like it!...Thor is Great, Thor is Wise...Thor ain't just Mickey Mousin' around!...BOB-A-LOU
BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 15:38:43 (EDT)

Anyone hear the return of "Party Radio" lastnight on Q94? They did it from two clubs, when they moved it to Farhenheit at 11 it got a lot better. The music was really good, dance, house, techno...hope it will last.
just a thought
richmond, va USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 14:23:30 (EDT)

I remember working in DC in the late 60�s at a station with glass studios overlooking the office area. The owner�s daughter was young and attractive and knew it. I was reading the news when she dropped a file folder. It was at that moment I discovered a hidden musical stuttering talent that would years later become an integral part of urban music. Now you know the rest of the story.
Jim Sterling
Richmond, USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 10:58:52 (EDT)

Trust me, I ain't anonymous. Let's quit the crying and get on with the show. When is Richmond going to pick up another Oldie's station to fill the void left by Cool 106.5?
Big John <bayonet65@aol.com>
Ivy, VA USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 10:43:56 (EDT)

The previous five posts about non radio comments are all non radio comments, so you are not above any of the other posters, whether or not you think you are. To rise above this, I will say that when I was 12, I was cleaning the glass window behind the board at WEET radio, because my dad couldn't afford a cleaning crew...and I climbed up on the board...and stepped on a button that knocked the station off the air for an hour. I never was asked to do windows again, although at that point he taught me how to do traffic and schedule his commercials (just to help out when his secretary went on vacation). I also remember the first James River Raft Race where Bob Piva drove the WLEE remote van back and forth across the Benjamin Harrison Memorial bridge, waiting for a Q94 listener to drown so he could broadcast the tragedy that we had caused, but no such luck. Unfortunately for him, he didn't know how much kepone our listeners were coming in contact with in the water near Hopewell. Oh, and it was a radio station promotion. First one drew 200 rafts, 2000 listeners, second race drew 2000 rafts and over 40000 listeners. That was radio. Now I just sit home and cross stitch.
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 09:03:03 (EDT)

Unless there are only about 10 contributors to this site I'm with the guys who say enough is enough too. These studpid posts from guys with wrestling names that do nothing but glorify their anonymous characters instead of being RICHMOND RADIO COMMENTS have made this anything but a RICHMOND RADIO board. Want to get along? Make this what is was set out to be and not a place for the adle-minded to masterbate.
Willing to get along
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 08:47:44 (EDT)

Cant we just get along?
Rodney <rod@whupass.com>
Jail, CA USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 08:27:39 (EDT)

Harsh, but dude's right. Scroll down, not one word about radio in the last 10 posts. Keep scrolling, other than a comment about Johnny Young's status and the size of the market, not one cogent radio thought in the past 20 posts, just mindless bullsh*t.
Ditto
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 01:11:09 (EDT)

That's it, I'm gone. I check this site every now and then hoping for some insight into what's going on in local radio, and you know what......? You guys constantly tell me all I need to know. Small minded self centered non-creative, unfunny losers. Add your lot to the small minded self centered hitmen in management and combined you present a microcosim of exactly what's wrong with radio. This site is unreadable. Petty, banal, goodbye.
Sick of it all
USA - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 00:16:07 (EDT)

Thor, Shut your damn mouth. I'm coming to Florida on vacation, and I'm going to kick your surprisingly bald ass. Look over your shoulder.
You'd be surprised
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 23:44:40 (EDT)

Thor wants to let Betty know Thor is hurt. Thor's identity is only worth 19.95? Thor would have thought it would have been worth at least $20 and a free Bill's BBQ beef samich. Thor has a comment on the anti Thor faction out there, (bite Thor). Thor finds your silly accusations and lack of radio knowledge very amusing. Thor thinks she'll build her own pirate radio station, hire Betty, Tim T, Scott S, Shadow, John King (rescue him from Dallas) and to make sure everyone's board is tight Thor will hire Hip Hop Alou too. Thor's 10 watt 100,000 foot stick will kick your silly butts any day. We'll even do trip giveaways to Florida theme parks and more. Thor and company will leave you in the dust. Thor will out market you, out hip you, out create you and out sell you all while we all play the hits people actually want to hear (punk bluegrass). Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is visiting radio shack right now!
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 16:09:16 (EDT)

Can't we just have them permanently banned from this board instead? Isn't there a moderator here?
Sick of it all
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 13:35:22 (EDT)

I have to be frank here. I know who Truth is. I also know who Thor is. If you'd REALLY like their names and addresses, just send $19.95 to gettbent@home.com in the form of cash, money order or paypal. Then you can email them directly and leave these space wasting posts off the radio board.
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 12:07:37 (EDT)

If anonymous is going to continue to post I will have to find another bulletin board!
Die Anonymous
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 08:47:17 (EDT)

Anonymous, you are full of $@*#
Anonymous Basher
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 08:42:10 (EDT)

You tell �em Anonymous. You the Man.
Anonymous Fan
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 08:40:14 (EDT)

Is it just me, or are some of the anonymous posts defending other anonymous post the same anonymous people? Are Thor and Thor Basher one? In fact a lot of the non-radio and fringe posts have a similar style.
Anonymous
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 08:38:48 (EDT)

Hey Take a Guess! Dont you have a clue? "Truth" is merely being sarcastic when he uses the WWF line and "Facts" never said he "Liked" WWF, he (she) just stated a fact. Lets not start a war here. Frankly I believe both of those characters and especially "Truth", could chew you up and spit you out, so back off and out.
Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 07:52:32 (EDT)

I must also add that Johnny Young was on Y101 (WDYL) this past Monday and Tuesday, as he was filling in for Chris Centore, who was filling in for Charlie in the morning on Y101, who I guess was on vacation. Y101 continues to impress me with not only their music selection but their awesome on air personalities who have brought life to a station that at one time appeared to be headed the way of 'VGO and the Buzz.
No Radio Guru
USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 03:17:50 (EDT)

To: Facts R'Facts Your saying WWF is a good thing because lots of people like it? Yeah and Pop boy bands like N'Stink, Back Door Boys and all that CRAP is also on top. But that dosen't make it good. It's all the same. So what if WWF has high ratings. It's still CRAP! You say TRUTH is creative? Not if he's quoting something from WWF. Look, I usually agree with most of Truth's postigs. But he crossed the line on one for me and the WWF quote has always made me question his credability. So I spoke out. Then you want to throw these common everyday numbers out like a stinkin corporate suit? Who do you work for Clear Channel? Take your "Facts" and use them for what they are worth. Toilet Paper.
Take a guess
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 00:58:35 (EDT)

Jim Duncan, don't you ever leave Richmond. I still have a copy of the lovely poem you wrote for me, framed over my dining room table, between my Elvis on velvets. If I can't watch you do weather, then I don't care to know WHAT it's gonna do. And that's all I have to say about that.
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 22:37:37 (EDT)

I swear one day, I'll get further than Richmond. My goal is Birmingham.
Jim Duncan <Jim@wwbt.com>
Richmond, Va USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 20:44:02 (EDT)

JJ, The line must be drawn here!
Travis Dylan
USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 18:22:52 (EDT)

To "Take a Guess": According to the latest Nielson Ratings for the last week in July - first week in August, this country must be full of idiots. WWF Entertainment (Monday night RAW and WAR) 9PM-11PM took first and second place. Everyone at one time or other has watched "Wrasslin'" and I'm sure that includes "Truth" and "Take a Guess" and yours truly. Placing your posts side by side and reading them both clearly shows who the REAL idiot is. Wanna "Take a Guess" who? "Truth" has what Y'all lack here in Richmond. It's called CREATIVITY.
Facts R' Facts
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 16:14:36 (EDT)

Arbitron - #58
Radon
USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 14:23:08 (EDT)

Richmond/Petersburg is #51 in the latest census.
Spiceman
Midlo, USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 13:56:24 (EDT)

Just my opinion: While it's possible that this may not be the best place to vent the frustration and hurt that come from working in this business, on the other hand....Why not? Here's a forum where you have alot of folks who, no doubt, feel or have felt the same pain. For me, I've gotten my ass kicked so much it doesn't hurt anymore. I think that's part of being "professional" and to that end, I agree with TRUTH. That said, I still believe in the folks who are trying to work thru some very challenging times in their careers and hope that they are able to rebound successfully. It's true that the major markets are more competitive and yes, I've seen some of the big cats go down in flames, but it's all relative, it NEVER feels good when your not believed in or get pushed out of the way! Hey, it's a ruthless business-bottom line- and while most (I believe) would ascribe to ruthlessness as their only recourse, is that not the very dragon that we're trying to slay? I still believe and always will, that you can't fight fire with fire. You gotta use water. We're thirsty
jeff alexander
richmond, USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 13:16:32 (EDT)

I love reading notes and replies from small minded little market (are we even in the top 50 yet? didn't think so) people. My point in the earlier post was to be thankful that you work in Podunk. I never seen personality longevity like we have here. I mean dj's actually stick around and are allowed to remain in this little town - on the air. By the way, can anyone remember the name of the Podunk traffic reporter who died on the job? Hmmmm? I went by Church Hill to enjoy the view and buy some crack and noticed that the plaque honoring him is gone! Some punk thieves no doubt took it. That's Podunk for you.
Stupe Man <zzzzzzzz@podunk.com>
USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 12:50:22 (EDT)

As long as Cox continues to focus on producing great radio and their employees they have already become greater than the evil that is Clear Channel. CC has there hands in way too many things and eventually it will destroy them. It may take a while, but it WILL happen. And by the way....Truth, why must you put that idiotic "It's True, It's True. ( It's True, It's True is a copyright of The World Wrestling Federation)." Just by quoting the WWF tells us all that your just an idiot. This board is our place to vent and I am thankful for it. So if you don't like what people say here, take your WWF lovin butt elsewhere.
Take a guess
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 11:32:22 (EDT)

After sitting back awhile and observing the goings on and reading posts signed by, but not by me I have decided to say this. The reason why there is so much bickering and just plain old pissing and moaning here is because with the exception of just a couple, none of you are professionals and therefore must resign yourselves to the fact that Richmond media is as far as you will ever go in this business. If you spent just a fraction more of your time doing something creative for your respective stations rather than posting your laments here, things might, just might be different for each of your situations. It's True, It's True. ( It's True, It's True is a copyright of The World Wrestling Federation).
Truth
East Coast, USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 09:54:26 (EDT)

Johnny Young, as I last heard it, is employed with Y101, but is embroiled in a non-compete with his former employer. He was on this past week Monday and Tuesday night, so I guess the non-compete is kaput, or they tried to slide one past Assman...
Name I. Witheld
The Fan, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 07:06:31 (EDT)

The only that Cox needs to be great is their own concert venues, ticketing agency, booking agency, collective contesting, talent syndication and nation-wide Prophet connections. Then, and only then, will Cox be as great as the mighty Clear Channel.
Name I. Witheld
The Fan, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 06:56:39 (EDT)

Jon, WVCW is an awesome place to start your career. I remember when the insane posse moved that station from Franklin St to Main St. That was alot of work but it was worth it. Robert Fleskes, Max Ryder, Mike Friedman, Kevin Matthews and I had the best times of our lives there! Keep up the good work!!!
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 03:13:11 (EDT)

Once and for all, please realize that radio people are not mature, rational human beings. We're very eccentric, jealous, egotistical, etc, etc. The most successful radio people are always the hardest to deal with. Don't expect us to carry on calm discussions of radio like a bunch of freaking lawyers, we have personalties. Most of which, are borderline psychotic. Please don't piss us off, we're unstable and we will hurt you.
Poduck Basher 2
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 01:04:19 (EDT)

Shut your pie hole. Nobody asked your opinion. Get bask to taking orders in the drive through you moron.
Podunk Basher
Bumpass, VA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 01:00:06 (EDT)

Man, I am bored silly with the p*ssing match between you folks about cox and cc. I'm better, no I am! or They suck worser! Geeze grow up. You work in the lowest form of entertainment. Think any of the corporate type care who you are? Get real. The bottom line in any business is the bottom line and no matter how nice your boss is, he or she will can your ass very quick if that line is threatened. Here today and gone tomorrow is the motto of this business. Even with suck-o companies like CC around you should be lucky you are here in Richmond (which I lovingly call PODUNK) because other markets chew up and spit out people like you everyday without a second thought. Thank you. I'm done. Peace out
Stupe Man <zzzzzz@podunk.com>
USA - Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 23:32:45 (EDT)

It has come to our attention that some of the best radio personalities in Richmond, and elswhere in the US have gotten their start here at WVCW (the VCU Radio Station). We would like to hear from you. We are asking any alumni from WVCW to send us an e-mail at wvcw@hotmail.com, letting us know who you are, what you did at VCW, and what you are doing now. WVCW is looking to do something special for all of the WVCW employees in its history when we kick off our new online broadcasts this fall. Thank you in advance for any responses. Jon Carpenter Operations Manager, WVCW (804)-828-1057
Jon Carpenter <wvcw@hotmail.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 14:01:50 (EDT)

Cox sucks ass. Believe me, I've worked there. The only people that will tell you it's good are people who are dependent on their paltry paychecks.
Former Employee
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 03:14:53 (EDT)

Cox is better than CC, maniacs argue the opposite. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor sells NTR for a living but has taken a part time promotions gig at 94.7 wherever the hell that is....
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 00:05:22 (EDT)

Radio Guy is right! I moved from CC to Cox and have never felt better about being in radio. I work for a company that actually shows some interest in my growth and potential. I work with people who have made sacrifices for me. Not to benefit themselves but to benefit me. There were times when I felt a part of a family while at CC. but then the "Committee" killed off the family one by one. I feel as though I've been adopted by a new family and I love it there. When the employees are happy it shows through in their work. That is why Cox is better than Clear Channel.
Take a guess
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 21:17:38 (EDT)

Right On Radio Guy. I am having a ball
Yeehaa
USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 20:11:59 (EDT)

Voice tracking doesn�t make bad radio. Bad radio comes from companies, big or small, that don�t care about their people or the communities they serve. Good radio is about the bottom line and the quality of its programming. Good broadcasters know these things are not mutually exclusive. There are still people having a great time in this business.
Radio Guy
USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 20:09:20 (EDT)

Exactly how is Cox radio any better than the other corporate crap houses here in Richmond? Seems to me, that I hear just as much voice-tracking and commericial marathons at Cox stations, as I do at Chump Channel and Radio Wannabe. What's killing radio is not the individual companies, it's the stucture of the corporate world. Wall Street needs to see 10% growth now, or stock prices drop! Clear Cheesy just got smacked again today with growth estimates of only 6%. Wall Street doesn't like surprises either. It's a mean mean business world kids, and it's only going to get worse. Grab your ankles. With all that in mind, the better run company, with better product, will prevail. All the others will have to keep up to survive. A company can only go so far if they don't treat the people right who work for them. That's the beauty of a free market. Too bad we have some borderline monopolies operating in our industry. Maybe someday soon our bureacrats at the FCC will see their mistakes and fix them.
Observer
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 19:00:06 (EDT)

Cox = Good people, good radio. Check it out for yourself on B103, K95, 96.5 The Planet and Y101.
B
USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 15:50:08 (EDT)

While this board moans about how CC is killing radio, people at Cox are still making good radio. Don't mind us.
P
USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 14:31:23 (EDT)

The midday and night jocks for 106-5 The Beat (WBTJ) will be unveiled on Monday @ 10:06am. So Brian if you can listen, I suggest you do. And I'm betting on Sir RJ (former Power 92 employee) will be the evening.
Just A Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 13:32:37 (EDT)

To Radiohasbeen, I, too, had the pleasure of dealing with "the committee". I think each of them are dealing with their own personal power struggle. All of them want to be in charge. All of them have their own personal agenda. The sad part is none of them have any work ethics or people skills. They don't care about their employees only how they appear to the company. Making budget is really all they care about, and because they have fired good people making budget is just going to get harder and harder. So what do they do, they fire MORE GOOD PEOPLE, to make their bottom line appear better. They don't care how long someone has worked there, or how dedicated these people were, if it makes them look better -- BYE BYE
ex CC employee #59
richmond , VA USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 13:20:47 (EDT)

Mike, I agree with the previous comment. Opie and Anthony are copycats. They aren't doing anything new. Leykis has been (and still is)doing the flash friday thing. He also talks about how men are superior than women. Stern has women flashing their **** in the studio, he interviews porn stars,asks celebrities embarrassing questions, etc. Stern has been doing this for years, Leykis started less than 10 years ago, yet Opie and Anthony are innovators?? I think they combined S,L, and Don and Mike, and came up with a show. I've heard them, and the password is boobies. If I want entertaining talk, they certainly don't come to mind.
Nobody
Winchester, VA USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 08:33:08 (EDT)

My career, nay, my LIFE has been validated...I HAVE EVOKED A RESPONSE FROM THE GREAT THOR!!! What a birthday present - it's almost as fulfilling as the day I got my Giant BonusCard! Now if I could only figure out a way to get the great Travis Dylan to acknowledge me on this board my life would be complete. JJ is sweaty, JJ is wise, JJ is posting with one hand thanks to THOR.
JJ
Mo county, Md USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 23:26:41 (EDT)

The RIAA decision/Phase 2...
There's a legend that the game of chess was invented by a wizard in Persia for the Head Big Monkey In Charge there centuries ago. The HBMIC was so enthralled by the game that he told the wizard he could have anything he wanted in return for his creation. The wizard said he'd like one gold coin, doubled, for each square of the chessboard (there's 64 squares, 8x8). So, 1 coin, then 2, then 4 and 8 and 16 and 32 and 64 and 128 (that's only 8 squares; you can do the rest of the math). Bottom line, the HBMIC got PO'd and cut the wizard's head off as a lesson to wizards everywhere.
I was reminded of that story this morning during a conversation with the Communications Director of the RIAA, a gentleman named Jano (pronounced "Honno") Cabrera, who kindly spent about 15 minutes on the long-distance phone with me answering a few questions.

Read the rest of the story here.
mga
USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 22:26:16 (EDT)

Thor will take the job at 94.7. Thor knows a little about promotions. Can Thor get anyone to vouch for Thor? Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor can throw out t-shirts with the best of them.
THOR <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Richmond, Va USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 18:58:32 (EDT)

By the way, if anyone wants to pick up a part-time promotions gig, we have one at Classic Rock 94.7. You'd be working with and for some very cool people. E-mail me for the hook-up.
JJ <reactr04@aol.com>
Rockville, Mud USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 17:38:35 (EDT)

Lee Michaels - surely no disrespect, but neither Cerphe nor I know how you are from your post...should he know you from working @ HFS? What are you doing at the Planet now? Please elaborate or write me (I tried to mail you but your link was invalid). Tanks-a-meelion. Oh and I love you too Mike...Stankramento Holla!
JJ
29ville, Old USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 17:35:14 (EDT)

Just for the record, Randall Bloomquist isn't the only manager in the CC Basie Road compound. There are others just like (some who have even been there quite awhile) who have also enjoyed the task of firing and/or getting rid of some the old timers. They are called the Committee, and it's there just to "examine" different ways to increase the bottom line. It's all about the money.
RadioHasBeen
Richmond, USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 16:15:23 (EDT)

Randall Bloomquist was not hired to turn WRVA into a station for younger listeners...his ONLY job is to fire (or make it so unpleasant that people quit) everyone making a decent salary. That's what Clear Channel does in each market it takes over....they merge the stations, cut the duplicate jobs, then start cutting everyone who makes a decent salary...which is why those that have been there the longest are the ones being fired...and those up and coming eager to work 80+ hours a week for a pittance are being used to replace the "old timers". Bloomquist isn't about ratings...he's about keeping the stations on the air for the lowest possible budget. And WRVA will turn a profit this year, perhaps even next year...but with no ratings, the good sales people will leave for Radio one (congratulations Bobby Walden!), the eager up and comers will have no clue how to sell a losing product, and then the empire will crumble. It will take a year at least....you might want to consider this if you hold a lot of CC stock. Just a thought.
Ex CC Employee
USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 15:29:14 (EDT)

I LOVE YOU J.J....Sorry I didn't give you the BIG SHOUT OUT!!!! don't hate me....
Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 14:45:36 (EDT)

Make sure you "______ into the radio landscape," so noone gets hurt.
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@NSPM.Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 11:23:52 (EDT)

Jj, Pipe bombs can be planted, dropped, thrown, slung, crammed, or used actively in a number or ways. Try this sentence for practice: "A corporate pipe bomb was ______ into the radio landscape."
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@NSPM.Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 11:20:29 (EDT)

Think you're having a bad day? Check out this morning's article in the Times Dispatch re: WRVA's 25-54 numbers in the latest Richmond Arbitron and ask yourself, What if I had to go out and sell those numbers?
Observer
USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 10:06:21 (EDT)

Hey jj! Please tell the infamous Cerph hello from an old,old listener.Sure do miss the ol' days at 'HFS!!
Lee Michaels <The Planet>
USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 03:33:11 (EDT)

This just in: Pipe bombs are PLANTED not DROPPED. Thought I'd catch my own mistake before 10 people posted another harsh retort. Also to Jim Jacobs, did I hear correctly...did you pick up "Sports Junkies"? If you did, you better hope the Ukrops don't hear those donkeys talk about "hog smoking" before they have their milk and go to bed at 9.
JJ <reactr04@aol.com>
Gaytherzberg, Md USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 01:14:27 (EDT)

Talk radio is going to succeed simply on pure will. I find much of it to be exquisitely mind-numbing, but there are notable exceptions. Shows like Opie and Anthony are constantly pushing the envelope. Just today for their market debut O & A had a soundalike of the legendary Greaseman on to introduce themselves to DC listeners. If you don't know what happened to this former ratings monster, he was canned from the station I work for after casually uttering one of the most reprehensible racist sentiments in broadcast history. So these guys (New York's dual heirs to the talk radio throne) go on and have their soundalike guy, who was DEAD ON with his impression, repeat the famous crass comment several times. Meanwhile the hosts both chide him for his remarks and remind him how sorry he should be. Not only did they drop what was the radio equivalent of a pipe bomb by even addressing this on the air, but they put themselves above criticism by scolding the fake Greaseman. What's more they made my PD's life flash before his eyes after 3 years of trying to put this incident in our station's past (that part of it I enjoyed). All this is to say that even the amazingly jaded like myself can be shocked, and that Talk Radio has a vibrant, diversified and frightening future...it'll just never happen in Richmond.
JJ <reactr04@aol.com>
Gaytherzberg, Md USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 01:05:59 (EDT)

Yeah...Hi to you too "Mike Meyers". Good job on the selective greetings. Way to go buddy.
Dissed in DC <reactr04@aol.com>
not DC, Md USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 00:48:48 (EDT)

Hey Mike Meyers: And "hello" to you, too. Not on mornings out there anymore? Hadn't heard about that, but glad to see you're moving up the ladder with the APD thing. So what's all this about Jeff Wicker?? Whoever's saying those nasty things obviously doesn't know anything about morning radio. Jeff does a great job and I'm proud to be working at the same station with him. Also, I've worked with more people than I care to try and remember over the last 31 years in radio (yikes!!). Some were among the best people on the planet and some were real....well, guess I should use that word in public. Anyway, Jeff is one of the good ones!! Nuff said!!
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 19:23:28 (EDT)

Here's my take... wicker is one of the nicest guys I've met in the buisness both on and off the air. opie and anthony are very funny I worked with them in boston. stern, like him or not, is a true pioneer. sarge. I've always concidered one of my friends but he has'nt returned my call yet. and thor seems to be a bit of a jack-ass.
jeff alexander <jeffshmail@cs.com>
richmond, USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 14:28:53 (EDT)

WICKER IS GREAT!!!! I say this for many reasons...He along with Lisa, Paul, Travis, and Betty were instrumental in getting me where I am today (APD/afternoons). But besides that..Wicker has a lot of talent and he is funny....it might not be your type of humor but for his demo..he does well!! Like others have said, he works as hard if not harder than most in that building. The show has gone throught many changes over that past few years...with the departure of BETTY, TRAVIS, SKIP AND OTHERS....And for anyone that would be tough to deal with. But he has a new cast now with GIA, and MCKENNA and they are great people. Your entitled to your opinion and that is respectable...but to say someone sucks is a little harsh..especially when they have proven themselves over and over..now with the way clear channel now, don't you think that if Wicker was the horrible in the morning he would be gone? think about that!! p.s...got to say hi real quick to SHOTGUN, BOB-A-LOU (I MEAN HIP-HOP-ALOU), SOMERS, JAY (LEO D.), BETTY (SEE YOU ON E-BAY), TRAVIS, PAUL, LISA, KIRBY, AND EVERYBODY ELSE!!!!
Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 14:28:24 (EDT)

Hey just wondering if anyone knows what happened to Johnny Young? I heard that he was going to WDYL but I haven't heard him yet. He was a great guy that I enjoyed listening to. Is he still in Richmond or did he move or what? Just wondering.
I miss the Metal File <HardRock@thesyn.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 12:31:53 (EDT)

On the subject of talk radio: Referencing one comment that "talk radio will die": I see talk radio branching. I will only comment on the "hot talk" format. There are lots of "hot talk" shows in the industry. With the right line up, I've heard it refereed to as "hot talk", "extreme talk", and lately "comedy". Admittedly, I'm very bias to "hot talk" since I work for such a station. My comments are solely of my own thoughts and no reflection to my employer. I write the following comment with no disrespect to music stations: There's no doubt that hot talkers offer something different than a music station which has the same tight music rotation day after day. I realize and respect music has its place in the industry, as does hot talk. And yes, music is a huge part of radio today. Where you might listen (Richmond, Va or where ever)... hot talk radio might sound stagnant, where I'm at... it has excitement. And please spare me all the BS of hot talk shows that suck! That is an individual opinion, since many (not all) of these shows are very successful all around the country. As for original skits and who did what first in shock radio, why does it really matter (seriously)? A very common argument, and will always be an age old dispute. Disputes over who did what in radio 1st seem to go with the territory. Have we all forgotten that RADIO STATIONS and DJ's are by nature EXTREMELY competitive and always make such claims? Could such claims simply be a coincidence or a similar evolving concept in some cases? I've heard three versions of who started the "morning zoo" concept. I don't care to figure this out, just keep me entertained. I'm not going to stop listening to O&A because someone else might have done a "WOW" (Whip it Out Wednesday) like contest years before. Damnit, I'm gonna have that bumper sticker on my car because I wanna see some........... ohhh yeah... I'm married now. By the way, I've heard WOW is extremely successful, never had the opportunity just heard the stories (all female demo's have been known to participate). I understand a shock jocks frustration over copy cats, but in many cases, there is nothing they can do about it. All I can say is "trade mark", and what good will that ever do. In most cases, concepts are ripped off. I honestly don't know the overall success of talk radio abroad in the United States. Be nice to know, I will find out. From the roomers we all hear, there certainly looks to be lots of excitement to come on both the AM and FM dial when it comes to hot talk radio. I've noticed a slow increase of FM's going hot talk. More music stations running shock jock show's during AM and PM drive. That's my two cents worth. Good night, and best regards to all my comrades in the radio industry.
Mike Friedman <mikef@broadcast.net>
Fredericksburg, VA USA - Monday, August 06, 2001 at 00:22:25 (EDT)