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Richmond Radio Graffiti Board Archive Page 16 (8/29/01 - 9/16/01) Betty simply made an observation. An accurate observation at that. However, YOU aren't very observant. Betty hasn't been employed by Q94 for well over a year. Go away idiot. Radio Dude USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 23:10:24 (EDT) I have to agree with Betty. no name either God Bless, USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 22:47:08 (EDT) Betty's disgusting comments on the ACLU are so wrong and so way out of line. How truly pathetic. And typical. She couldn't resist putting someone or something down, even at this difficult time. Then again, it accurately reflects the supposed "quality" of her Q-94 morning show. DS USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 20:39:18 (EDT) I've received the piece Thor posted in several e-mails and have seen it on several message boards. No byline. Saddened by it All USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 19:30:39 (EDT) 1. ACLU-bashing is about as necessary as any other bashing right now... personally, I'll be glad to have the ACLU around when Congress starts writing legislation to "protect" us by stripping away our civil liberties. 2. Would those who are accusing Thor of plagiarism please cite a reference? 3. Richmond has shown its heart this week, hasn't it? What a terrific show of support to every request for help... Reality Check Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 09:13:37 (EDT) Got a note from my aunt, made me think. She was wondering where the American Civil Liberties enforcers have been lately...seems there's been some public prayer in places like New York and Washington and of course that's a big no no with them! betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 21:08:58 (EDT) ...and Thor is a plagiarist. What a loser! Out in the country USA - Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 18:56:19 (EDT) Hey to 'Out of the Country" Suck Thor's Big.......Toe. Thor has spoken, thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is sad Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 16:02:45 (EDT) Can the mighty Thor spell plagiarism? Hey Betty...somebody else DID say that. Thor is SUCH a weiner not to have provided attribution... Out in the country USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 22:47:01 (EDT) Great sentiment Thor. Think a lot of us are saying "wish I'd said that". betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 21:55:15 (EDT) Sic 'em, Thor! Go get 'em, girl! LucasFoxx <@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 15:09:48 (EDT) Open Letter to Terrorist Well, you hit the World Trade Center, but you missed America. You hit the Pentagon, but you missed America. You used helpless American bodies, to take out other American bodies, but like a poor marksman, you STILL missed America. Why? Because of something you guys will never understand. America isn't about a building or two, not about financial centers, not about military centers, America isn't about a place, America isn't even about a bunch of bodies. America is about an IDEA. An idea, that you can go someplace where you can earn as much as you can figure out how to, live for the most part, like you envisioned living, and pursue Happiness. (No guarantees that you'll reach it, but you can sure try!) Go ahead and whine your terrorist whine, and chant your terrorist litany: "If you can not see my point, then feel my pain." This concept is alien to Americans. We live in a country where we don't have to see your point. But you're free to have one. We don't have to listen to your speech. But you're free to say one. Don't know where you got the strange idea that everyone has to agree with you. We don't agree with each other in this country, almost as a matter of pride. We're a collection of guys that don't agree, called States. We united our individual states to protect ourselves from tyranny in the world. Another idea, we made up on the spot. You CAN make it up as you go, when it's your country. If you're free enough. You guys seem to be incapable of understanding that we don't live in America, America lives in US! American Spirit is what it's called. And killing a few thousand of us, or a few million of us, won't change it. Most of the time, it's a pretty happy-go-lucky kind of Spirit. Until we're crossed in a cowardly manner, then it becomes an entirely different kind of Spirit. Wait until you see what we do with that Spirit, this time. Sleep tight, if you can. We're coming. Thor USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 12:30:26 (EDT) This isn't about choosing sides, so I won't name names, but over the past few days I've heard some amazing local radio from people that I didn't realize had the ability to switch gears and offer more intelligent compelling broadcasting than I've ever heard on a local level. I've had a complete turnaround on my opinion of some of the talented people in this town. Perhaps the restrictions of management and format have held some outstanding broadcasters hostage. Props to everybody who've worked so hard to help us all through this difficult time and double props to those who have risen to the occasion and made us all proud. And thanks to Thor for that paste and clip TJ USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 12:30:09 (EDT) Exactly. It's a shame that it took a national tragedy to bring the childish minds on this board a reality check. Like it or not, it's time to pull together and stop the senseless bickering and sarcasm. Anyone who can't discuss things in an adult manner on this board should stay off! Thank you Thor for your last addition to the board. We need more of this kind of discussion. the REAL observer richmond, USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 11:21:26 (EDT) The following is a story about a reporter from the Wall Street Journal Radio. You will be amazed. The guy's name really is Mike Wallace, Thor knows him, he's not the one on 60 minutes. Mike Wallace is ok!!" "Lori's gotten a lot of calls and email. We appreciate all the concern. I just wanted you all to know I got out of there okay, aside from a little smoke inhalation and fiberglass shards. Our building is right across the street...or should I say, was right across the street from the World Trade Center. After the second plane hit, we ran down 14 flights of stairs to the street, where I saw things I hope I never see again. I ran two blocks, then turned around to watch people jumping from the 90-100 floors. Two people jumped together and held hands the whole way down, never letting go. That's when my heart officially broke. Stupidly and ignorantly, we stood there watching for a good hour, I guess...that's when the first tower collapsed, and I began my second run for my life. The cloud of dust took just seconds to engulf us. I couldn't see the ground beneath me, let alone where I was going. Some poor woman had three toddlers with her...they were all standing there in a daze. I just instinctively scooped one up under my arm, and yelled at the mom to get going. We all made it farther south, to the tip of Manhattan...all the while watching what sky we could still see for any more planes. I finally caught a ferry off Manhattan around noon. Then walked, took a bus, and walked some more to Lori's office at CNBC in Fort Lee, NJ. Needless to say it was a tearful reunion. When she saw that first tower collapse, and knew I was right across the street, you can imagine what she was thinking. So thanks for all your concern. Sorry for yet another "group e-mail." I promise when I see you all in person I will hug you, kiss you, and tell you all you want to know. Now I just hope all my co-workers got far enough away from the collapses. I lost many of them in the mayhem. On a much less important note, I can see on TV that my office building is badly damaged. And my poor Plymouth Acclaim may very well be destroyed in a nearby parking garage. Like a good neighbor, hopefully, State Farm is there. Be sure to hug your loved ones tonight, harder than you ever have. Mike" Thoe <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 11:15:28 (EDT) Good to hear from mike and j.j....and by the way observer F U...there is no need for sarcasim at a time like this...so once again, F U!! Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com> Stockton, CA USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 22:42:35 (EDT) JJ-Amen brother. I kept thinking that this was almost too much to bear. But we will bear the burden becasue we are a strong people who love peace and justice. Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 20:50:12 (EDT) I'd like to thank "observer" for his/her concern. It brought tears to my eyes. Whoever you are, please don't forget to kiss off. As for the Michaels I know...Myers, thanks for checking in and caring. I'm fine, just worn out like everybody else. And Friedman, I got your message. I'm down for lunch/tour/whatever at your convenience. I have nothing but time (no friends in market, you know the deal)...so let me know when's good. That's that, but this is also this. So much has been said about the events of this past week...but I'd like to add something. Those of us who have not been directly affected by this tragedy cannot afford to let Tuesday go easily into our subconscious minds. People just like you and me lost loved ones just like yours and mine. Look into the eyes of your family and friends and remind them of your love. Let petty squabbles go today. This tragedy should change us, and as a people we should always remember 9/11/01 with respect, reverence and righteous anger. JJ <reactr04@aol.com> Far enough away in, Md USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 20:11:12 (EDT) Observer, go away. not observer, thank god USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 18:41:36 (EDT) Hello folks! Responding to inquiring minds: Everything fine with me in Fairfax. The past two days were bizarre at WJFK-FM. The Don & Mike Show were in NY for a scheduled B-cast at WNEW NY. So by default, we had live coverage and commentary from NY from Don & Mike, and Opy & Anthony. Our Sports Junkies did commentary and coverage from D.C. Every available audio feed via satellite or TV filled our audio router in case we lost any feeds from Manhattan. It was phone hell trying to get phone calls to D&M Tuesday. Amazing, the long distance folks in Manhattan still took time out to help us. I told them to please take care of themselves, but they were committed to the cause. Other than that, fighting satellite interference from the AWACS flights around the DC area. Howard Stern show had lots audible interference during yesterday and today's b-cast. On a back up circuit for now. Unfortunately, as broadcasters at the WTC goes, a few are missing (mainly engineers). check out: http://world.std.com/~fybush/nerw.html for details. Hello to everyone I know. Regards Mike Friedman <mikef@broadcast.net> Fairfax, VA USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 14:14:43 (EDT) You are absolutely right Betty. Clear Channel's coverage of the disaster was outstanding. I heard it in both the Richmond and Charlottesville markets. Well done in both localities! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 02:12:21 (EDT) Do J.J. and Mike Friedman work at the Pentagon now? observer USA - Thursday, September 13, 2001 at 00:37:22 (EDT) Just wanted to post a note regarding those in the d.c. northern va area...especially J.J. and Mike Friedman. hope you guys are all o.k. Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com> Stockton, CA USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at 22:03:58 (EDT) Appreciated the coverage that Clear Channel gave the attack yesterday. Especially on Q94, where they went from WRVA and their ABC feed to John Ogle and local reaction. Very well done, very classy that they didn't go to commercial at all. Others may have done the same, if so I applaud you too. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at 14:27:24 (EDT) For one brief period, what we do is really, truly, life-changingly important. Prior USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at 13:37:31 (EDT) amen LucasFoxx <@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 20:59:05 (EDT) If you are on the air today, Please, PLEASE stress that people give blood. A lot is needed in NYC and DC today. God bless those poor souls who are victims of such a cowardly act. Doesn't matter who I am Everywhere, USA - Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 13:54:58 (EDT) Ever happen to notice that Thor doesn't mess with real Pros like Scott Stevens? I wonder why. Another Reader Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 09:04:08 (EDT) That's the whole point Thor, we don't care about you or what you have to say so get over yourself. Radio Pro USA - Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 07:50:11 (EDT) Hey Shadow ..... I loved your Alden story. Of course the song he was playing was probably a Stevie Nicks tune. Or as Alden once said, "here is the latest from Stevie Nicks..Haven't heard from HIM in a while." My favorite syndication story was an AT40 show. In those dark ages, the show was delivered on vinyl. Whoever was running the show must have left the room (I wanna say it was my man Carter G, but I may be wrong.) Casey was doing a long distance dedication from the "purple one in Texas, to the purple one in Minnesota" when the record got hung up. I lost count at 20 the number of times Casey said "purple one it Texas, to the.....". At least Casey wasn't doing a dead dog dedication. Scott Stevens <scottstevens@richmond.com> USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 17:28:54 (EDT) Skipper!!!!!!! Y'all come see us! betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 15:51:31 (EDT) Hello, richmond people, please be nice to each other. Each time I log on to this site , its just bitch, bitch, bitch, bitch. lets all get together and not make hate, but make love. Love, Skip Skip <Skip@z104.com> Virginia Beach, USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 14:41:35 (EDT) Thor is also so full of sh**. Reader Richmond, VA` USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 09:06:00 (EDT) Oh no Thor can't take it...Oh Thor is on the ropes, Oh no, Thor is upset...Yeah, whatever, you think Thor cares? Thor doesn't care about anything except her next meal. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is drinking Black Label Beer right now. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 08:15:33 (EDT) What exactly is this Thor thing going on here? I thought this was a radio message board. In The Woods Powhatan County, VA USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 02:57:40 (EDT) 4m: I wish you all the best, but no number of added stations will help until you can PICK ONE OF THEM UP. I try to listen, but I get worn out within seconds. The reach is unbearable. I'm suprised they even get 1 shares. Wish that weren't so. P USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 00:08:17 (EDT) Can't take it can you, Thor? HA HA HA HA HA HA Radio Pro USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 21:24:28 (EDT) OoOoooohhhh Radio Pro, wanna play the guessing game, fun clues and everything. Wow radio pro doesn't work at an AM station, wow, Thor is impressed, CB radio doesn't count idiot. Oh yeah, Thor forgot, you play records at the old burnt down peppermint lounge. Thor would like to be a car dealer so she could charge you 20% interest since you don't have any credit. Hey Stupe man, Thor jumped in her pool and all the water jumped out. Thor is up to 300 now. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is hungry again. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 20:31:53 (EDT) I've been thinking about this for some time since coming back to this place...I have an old memory I would like to share about something that happened when I first started in radio. I was running Rick Dees Top 40 something early on Saturday morning up on Church Hill from the upstairs production room. From there, you could see through the other connecting production room to the WRVA on air studio. Well, I looked over and there is Alden Aroe, radio legend in the air chair. Only his head was thrown back, his arms are spread wide, his mouth was open and his eyes were closed. Uh-oh. Here I am, a recent art grad for goodness sake, not knowing squat about radio but I do know that here is the one and only Alden Aroe DEAD IN HIS CHAIR! The Dees segment runs out or I would have run over right then and there, but you know, I had to run the spot break do the weather (my big vocal break) and all. Throughout the break I kept looking over and dang the man is just gone. Finally the break ends and just as I am about to bolt from the room, Alden sits up puts the headphones on, pops open the mike and starts talking. It seems that his record or whatever ended and the headphones came on and woke hom up. And BAM, just like that he's up and on the air. Scared the hell outta me. But it was awesome at the same time. Catchin' a snooze between breaks. Now that is radio! You got any cool stories past or present about odd little happenings? Please share...your turn: Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 18:39:39 (EDT) Cow is concerned that no one is responding to him. Cow wants to talk radio. MOOOOO. Cow has spoken, MOO says it all. Cow <Eatchicken@ Cow .com> Richfields, USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 17:15:51 (EDT) You do know me Thor, HOWEVER, are you sure you know which person you are referring to knowing? I doubt it, but here's a clue: I do not work for an AM station. Here's another clue for you: No one cares what you claim to know or not know...well, maybe a couple on this board that you've somehow managed to brainwash into thinking you are their "friend" Maybe they're afraid of you. *LAUGH* Radio Pro USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 14:17:32 (EDT) With any luck Thor will drown...ahh, what a pleasant thought! no name USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 13:57:14 (EDT) Thor is swimming in her pool right now. I have this vision of Thor jumping off the board like that new movie with Gweneth Paltrow as a really big girl and seeing this gigantic splash that drenches EVERYBODY! Please tell me I am close to my larger than life vision of the mighty Thor. Pant, pant, pant... Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 13:09:51 (EDT) Hey Radio fan and Radio pro, care to test radio knowledge with Thor, bring it on, you punks don't know squat about it. Thor will give you credit for knowing there is a radio tower on Jeff Davis Highway near rt 10 (wow Thor is impressed). Thor gives you credit for knowing how to turn on your radio and Thor gives you both credit for knowing how to sign up for a library card so you can get internet access. Thor is not impressed with your radio careers however. Thor figures you both work at WXGI, or probably still think you work part time at the old WGOE as long as you beleive it it must be true. Thor knows radio pro and Thor doesn't like geeks. Thor only says hello to you because you think Thor has a nice butt and Thor can use all the loving she can get since she has now passed the 275 mark. Let talk Richmond radio for a minute. Isn't it a great market when a guy like Lucas Foxx can stay employed and get paid. Very nice Lucas. Thor has spoken, thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is swimming in her pool right now. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 11:43:59 (EDT) Dairy placement is critical since ratings depend on who herd the station. Cow <eatchicken@cow.com> Richfields, USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 10:25:52 (EDT) Moo Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 08:51:14 (EDT) Jim Jacobs: "WLEE struggles with its coverage and good to bad dairy placement" Yeah, Jim, gotta milk that dairy placement for all you can get. Sorry, that was cheesy. But I won't let that cow me. And that's no bull. Reality Check Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 08:43:10 (EDT) FYI-4M (RadioRichmond) Is the largest locally owned group in Richmond, with four stations in the market: WLEE “Hot Talk” 990, WHAP “Hot Talk” 1340, The only talk stations in the market, WVNZ “Unforgettable” 1320, the only adult music station and WREJ “Music, Ministries & More” 1540. The markets top Urban Gospel station. The fact is we are number one in each of our formats. I don’t have to explain the marketing position that puts us in regardless of the numbers. In addition we are the premiere Spanish outlet in the community with La Primera” on the weekends at WVNZ. WLEE struggles with its coverage and good to bad dairy placement (The #2 AM, in one trend). The format of 1480 will be determined shortly before we turn it on. We do have CP’s for 1480 and a substantial upgrade for 990. Equipment is being purchased and only a few legal wrinkles need to be ironed out, be patient, this stuff take time. Our company is constantly evaluating the formats of its properties for both listener and advertiser acceptance and we appreciate both the good and bad comments made on this board regarding them. We are justifiably proud of our community involvement, aggressive sports coverage, unique quality programming, results to resources ratio, and having the most talented and hardest working staff in this city. Jim Jacobs, VP/OPS RadioRichmond & The Next Governor Of The Commonwealth Of Virginia USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 02:38:56 (EDT) Short comments to Spiceman... 1. You're right, I don't think two sports stations will last in Richmond. I think Clear Channel will blink if 1480AM goes all-sports. I'm not sure what would wind up on 910AM, but if 1480 picks up the 2.0 share that WRNL pissed away, WRNL won't be FOX for long. 2. Why add another station? Because it's there, and because there's better chances to sell to advertisers with more stations in the cluster. And because WLEE is 22nd in the market without nighttime coverage. Add nighttime coverage, a sister station, and sell advertising to buyers willing to take a combined 2 to 3 share, and you can make money. 3. Black's contract with UR allows him to do other non-conflicting work. Even if he only did a show 3 days a week, it would draw listeners away from WRNL. And Coleman might not work out -- I agree, he carries some baggage -- but the shock value alone and the free advertising in the RT-D as they went on about Coleman's "second chance" would be worth it. A few months down the road... who knows, maybe you find another local voice to take the spot when Coleman wears out his welcome. But I'd try to hire Coleman at the start, at least. Reality Check Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 09, 2001 at 00:48:24 (EDT) YO! JJ!!!!!! Good to see you on this board! I haven't been here in a while with school starting up and all that. Great to hear that things are doing well for you up there. I miss the office, you and Margie (and Rik and John), but not the deadlines and whiney clients! I gotta tell you, I love teaching but I still have those radio nightmares where the carts have no names, the song has run out, and the PD walks in the studio. Brrrrr! Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 22:52:11 (EDT) Reality Check....Thanks for the reply. A couple questions: 1) Do you think a second sports radio station could survive in this market? I mean, every so often you'll see a letter in the TD's sports section about how much FOX Sports Radio stinks and ESPN was better (personally, I think they're about even; FOX is coarser and tries to be hipper, but at least it isn't as prone to pomposity, nepostism, and a NY bias). But, in structuring a head-to-head vs. WRNL all they'd be doing is trying to eat into the audience of the No. 20 station in the market. Leading to... 2) I moved back to this area fairly recently, so help me out here, but why is 4M adding another frequency when 990 is like 22nd in the market? It seems to me that they could stand to strim a little of the right-wing fat (I enjoyed Liddy on occasion when I lived in DC, but Gallagher sounds like a poor man's Rush). I like Imus and Jacobs a lot, but it would seem to me that they're going to spread themselves a little thin in content with two stations. Not to say that I'm dissatisfied with the 4M lineup per se (it's the only talk station still pre-programmed in my car stereo), but Gallagher seems the poor man's choice when the more original-for-the-market choice in "hot talk" might be something like "Don & Mike" (yes, I know they flopped here before, but it's my pipedream that they'd be on a station that I could actually pick up at my home). 3) Big Al and Black back would be interesting, but doesn't Black have a full-time job with UR now? And, despite the outrage over his dismissal, I have a feeling a Big Al return to morning drive might flop terribly. At any rate, it's good to hear the Braves will still have a home, and if it's with an operator that actually cares about our market, all the better. Spiceman Midlo, USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 21:57:59 (EDT) RadioFan, Since I am the Stupe Man, I need you to clear it up for me... "Mike Savage's relationship with KGO is that he stole their top ratings in PM drive." Does this mean that he made the station go down in the ratings of he busted the competition with his great ratings? I am being serious. I'm not sure what you mean. And if he brought good ratings to his station on the west coast, how does that relate to this market? Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 19:27:38 (EDT) Check your facts, Thor... Mike Savage's relationship with KGO is that he stole their top ratings in PM drive. RadioFan - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 16:31:39 (EDT) Again Thor insults me. Lucas KNOWS that a libertarian is someone that only eats people from Liberia in west Africa. geessh! JJ ROCKS! oh yeah...RADIO. LucasFoxx <@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 14:07:20 (EDT) Thor can't be Rich Minor. He's much more intelligent. Killer Chesterfeild, VA USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 13:31:57 (EDT) Keep talking..you're showing more ignorance each and every time you post. radio pro USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 13:24:39 (EDT) If Thor were Rich Minor, Thor would talk like this. Hi, I'm Ritchie Minor and I live in Salem, Va. One day I'd like to work at a major market station like WYYD in Lynchburg or with great guys like David Lee and Slam and Russ and Lucas. I'd like to have groupies and do radio birth announcements (Hey WLEE there's an idea for you). There, that ends the stupid input from speculation. Thor is stunned at Stupe man's intellegence. By the way Stupe man, Mike Savage is out of KGO in San Fran, he's a freak, check out one of Thor's friends at www.boortz.com, libertarian, no lucas, that doesn't mean he works at a library. Thor likes the Richmond Braves. One last thing, of the last 20 postings here, the only ones that made sense were from Betty & The Stupe Man. The rest of you morons keep mentioning Thor, once again proving this is Thor's board. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, thor is brave, Thor is Fat Thor <Rich Minor> Roanoke, Va USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 11:26:05 (EDT) Thanks for asking, Betty. Infinity is a corporation just like any other, but so far they've been really cool to me. I get to set my own hours pretty much and the work load is heavy but manageable. The city is very diverse which I really enjoy and the people have generally been very nice. All in all I made the right choice...now if I could only get a date on Saturday night! I do miss my Richmond friends a lot but with technology the way it is, it's easier to stay in touch. To all the old homies, if you're out there...drop a brother a line! JJ Rockville, Md USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 10:02:29 (EDT) By the start of the 2002 baseball season, WLEE and its new sister station at 1480AM will be at the new 4M transmitter farm in Short Pump, putting out 1800w at night and generally being a solid choice for the Braves. From here, I think the best bet for 1480AM is to sign with ESPN, put Al Coleman and Bob Black on AM and PM drive respectively, and aggressively pursue whatever sports properties they can get, starting with the R-Braves and UofR. This frees up 990AM to go all-talk, all-the-time (except when serving as spillover for nights when 1480AM is double-booked with live sports). Reality Check Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 08:31:55 (EDT) Thor is Rich Minor. Speculation Lynchburg, VA USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 06:16:41 (EDT) There's, oh, about a 2% chance anyone would really care about this question, but since this is ostensibly Richmond's radio board, I'll give it a shot...What's the future of the R-Braves on the radio? I don't listen much at all, just sometimes in the car, but I did catch the last inning of the season's last game, and Robert Fish referred to future broadcasts quite cryptically (like "hope to be with y'all next year"). I know WRNL couldn't care less about the Braves; the few times I've actually listened to the lone "local" show, Maniscalco has plugged R- Braves' broadcasts by making fun of Fish's monotone. So, I'm guessing WRNL will drop the Braves? Wouldn't want to eat into J.T. the Brick or Sarge or whoever. It appears that WLEE/WHAP is getting into local sports, so could that be a possibility? (I'm guessing not if one can't hear the station south of the River after 8pm.) Thanks to anyone who cares. Spiceman <tsimpris@yahoo.com> Midlo, USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 02:13:09 (EDT) For those who are calling for the webmaster of this site to do something, don't hold your breath. There is no evidence that anything has been done to this site for 6 weeks, and even then, updates had been sporadic throughout 2001. It appears Mr. Orndorff has found himself a real life away from the computer, and we're running on autopilot here. Congratulations to him, and condolences to everyone fed up with the sniping. Reality Check Richmond, VA USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 22:50:30 (EDT) Enough with the crap about McKee. I do work with him and he's one of the good guys. With all the creeps and bloodsuckers walking the halls you think you might find a more suitable target. . USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 22:14:09 (EDT) I read all the disparaging remarks about XL102 and the morning crew and I want to tell you that Jeff McKee is one of the kindest, smartest people I know working on radio in Richmond. Those of you that want to cut him down obviously have not worked with him as close as I have. Jamie USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 21:30:47 (EDT) JJ, how you liking it up North? Are the treating you right? Do you miss down here? betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 19:00:08 (EDT) RADIO.............................there, I said it. JJ Ghettosburg, Md USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 16:47:41 (EDT) A couple of quick comments and then I have to go q-tip the wax outta my ears I heard a promo for the Allen Price Show on wrva. Loosely quoting here, it says that the show is like phone sex for talk radio. YUCK! I mean, now I supposed to call him up? Puh-leeeze! What demo are they supposed to be targeting with drivel like that? Who writes this crap they call promos for rva? Not one of the old-schoolers, that is for sure. And Micahel Savage?! Why don't they just let the transmitter emit a 10k tone from 7 o'clock on? They will probably get more listeners. After all a 10k tone is much more intelligent, local, and listenable than some stupid jerk from what ever hole they dug him out of. I hope Jerry Lund is having a great time playing golf. He may have irritated people but he was local (not some no talent, doo-doo for brains, mother's mistake, New York sounding jerk), intelligent, and personable. Ok, my blood pressure is down. Time to scrape the wax out of my ears. Thor is mighty, etc, etc. Imitations are limp wristed, mud sucking, fart sniffers. Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 16:41:25 (EDT) Dont be fooled the way I and others were by your so-called "friend" Thor Betty. She will stab you in back with the blink of an eye and never think twice. Been there, got that. Found out the hard way. Chester, VA USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 09:05:34 (EDT) Dont be fooled the way I and others were by your so-called "friend" Thor Betty. She will stab you in back with the blink of an eye and never think twice. Been there, got that. Found out the hard way. Chester, VA USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 09:05:21 (EDT) Dont so quick to exonerate the foul mouthed Thor from the recent tyrades. Her play on words concerning Betty's "Low power FM" doesn't necessarily pertain to a radio station. Think. Will the webmaster please put this website out of it's misery! THE Observer Richmond, Va USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 06:55:14 (EDT) thor is an asshole, thor should drop dead, thor should stop molesting children no name, why bother? USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 00:48:35 (EDT) How anyone can find humor with such a hopeless mental case as this "Thor" character, much less claim to know this pitiful being personally and calling it a "friend" is beyond reasonable comprehension. Obviously this "Thor" has never been in any level of authority she (so called) so desperately desires until the internet allowed spineless cowards to be powerful. As for the "Fat Betty" comments, just how distasteful will this all become before it stops? Don't be so sure that Thor didn't really do that. observer USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 00:39:42 (EDT) Ouch! Thor is Great, Thor is Good, Thor shouldn't drink while driving on the internet. Thor USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 21:36:19 (EDT) Hope you all got to see the XM ad on the MTV awards tonight...Since the Terrestrial Four have killed most creativity, any sense of heritage, community and locality in current radio and reduced so many of you to the lows so aptly demonstrated on this board, let the chips, along with Snoop, Bowie, BB and the number 56 stockcar, fall where they may. I have been to the mountaintop, stayed a mere few days, and I heard the Promised Radioland---clear as a bell, programmed with intelligence by REALLY talented folks who care about the music, the artists, their channel's content, and the listener, and I, with God as my witness, will NEVER listen to the Ks and Ws again. Amen and amen. And can y'all put the Chandra Levy post-er in a seal suit and send 'em out to Virginia Beach for a twilight swim? How utterly tasteless THAT was... Loving it Up North USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 21:15:44 (EDT) Let’s just call this board “Thor’s Place”. Everyone should sign their name Thor. To heck with radio. What a bunch of ass kissers. Geez. Thor has spoken, Thor is Is Great, Thor uses spell check. ZZZZZZZZZ Thor USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 21:06:56 (EDT) Yo Garbage, Did you really just use the two words Masturbate and Spew in the same post?! You are sooo damn funny! Ah, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!! Thank you, I needed that... oh, crap! dead air! Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 20:51:37 (EDT) Learn how to spell. Grammar Police Suffolk, VA USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 20:34:29 (EDT) For god sakes people, you come to this site to complain about the current state of non-creative, unimaginative radio and look at the crap you spew forth. If you really need to masterbate why not do it in the privacy of your own home? What Garbage USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 20:01:00 (EDT) So, that means Lassman and Randall Bloomquist know that they are hated?! Egads Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 18:59:02 (EDT) I too know Thor and that wanna be that said such mean stuff about Betty was a very poor and lame imitation of the real deal. You go Betty! I happy that you can sit at home and eat the bob-bons while the rest of us bitter little schmucks have to work in this personal hell called basie road. And no I won't sign my name becaue my boss made it pretty clear to me that if they found out I (or anybody at basie rd) said bad stuff about them on this board, we would be toast. Personally, I like thor. She brings much needed humor and intelligence to this place. The bitter little pill that posted that awful thing was probably the same person that made fun of the tragic disapearance of Chandra Levy. Part-timer <ou812@excite.com> USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 16:43:42 (EDT) Thor is...Thor is.... Will Thor ever stop humping my leg???? Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> like burning, seared tuna USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 15:52:35 (EDT) Thor is humbled by Betty's intellegance, Thor would never insult Betty. Thor has words for Observer. No deal..idiot. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor doesn't care about insults or being insulted and Thor will never act her age. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 15:00:49 (EDT) Thor KNOWS Fat Betty no longer works in radio, that Fat Betty was smart enough to invest her Nutri System national commercial and Belo regional commercial monies into tech stocks, and sell them before the fall so that Fat Betty could sit home and eat bon bons all day, so Fat Betty knows you are not Thor. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 12:53:07 (EDT) Thor scoffs at Fat Betty and her feeble attempts to place her self on Thors level. Fat Betty would do well to remain in seclusion at her failing low power FM and leave the business at hand to Thor. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is waving her middle finger at Fat Betty. Thor <Tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, VA USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 12:33:56 (EDT) I'll take your word for it Betty...and on that note I take back anything that I've said that may have offended anyone. I will say this and I'm speaking for myself; Thor, if you want to be treated with respect here then you must give it. I'm no stick-in-the-mud that never laughs, jokes, picks and plays, in fact anyone that knows me will tell you that I'm quite the opposite. Like you, I choose to remain annonymous on this board for many reasons. Each one of us has either has or has their time and place in this industry, whether it's a board op, PD, Sales Rep, or GM. So, let's try being adults and treating each other as such. How about it...deal? observer richmond, USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 10:04:57 (EDT) Oh, but Observer, I know Thor. I have worked with Thor. Thor always made everyone's job fun, which made everyone's job easier. And if you knew what Thor does now, and the perks she has available for her friends (right Thor Best Bud, Best Friend?) then you would learn to appreciate her. And that's all I have to say about that. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 08:11:39 (EDT) Hey Thor, pucker up baby and put a little tongue in it you know you like the taste! Observer Fan! Doesn't Matter, USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 23:22:42 (EDT) Hey Thor, pucker up baby and put a little tongue in it you know you like the taste! Observer Fan! Doesn't Matter, USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 23:22:21 (EDT) Thor, you're an ass-kisser. Betty, you're an outstanding example of Richmond radio's best. Don't allow yourself to be pulled down to Thor's level. And by the way Thor, I work for one of Richmond's top rated stations and have for many years. If I am such a loser, who do you work for? And as far as the "wonderful insights" that you enlighten us with...anyone can look at allaccess.com. At least there we can get the infomation we want without any stupid comments. observer richmond, USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 23:13:02 (EDT) SINGING MAKES MY BOOGERS VIBRATE! Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> uh-oh, better get maaco - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 22:41:04 (EDT) Thank you Thor. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 21:30:40 (EDT) Betty, Thor is very sad she got you into trouble, Thor will handle that now. Ahhh, poor poor Observer idiot 1 and observer idiot 2. Thor laughs at both of you especialyy #2 which is a whole other subject. According to Observer #2 "I find it appalling that some of the well known radio names who participate on this board actually applaud that behaviour and encourage it." How dare you speak for the well know and respected Richmond radio folks. Thor beleives you work at some place like WXGI (hey there's a mention for them) or WLEE (hey another mention, maybe their numbers will go up) Or you work for CC and suffer from your silly little working conditions. Observer boys, can't take insults, got to be nice, get over it, want Thor to be nice, forget it. This is radio its competition (no wonder why you're losing) and it's supposed to fun and disrespectful. If you morons don't like it why not get the job of slicing the pies at Bills BBQ, Oh sorry there is a weapon involved, wouldn't want you doing that, Thor will talk to Bill and ask him for plastic knives for you two idiots. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor will take a Beef minced BBQ Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 21:15:08 (EDT) Find someplace else to be a jerk. I agree USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 20:52:40 (EDT) Tasteless ashamed USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 20:31:56 (EDT) Chandra, That was one of the worst things I have ever heard written about Jeff. I have seen him on many occasions and he has never been any thing other than kind and professional. I am sorry that people pick on this example of greatness in Richmond. Take for example; the brilliance of the drunk/Arnold/Son-of-a-bitch bit this morning was classic radio humor. Outstanding. They should play more really funny things like that more often. Don't you think? Oh, back to Jeff, without him I would never have gotten as far as I have. Chandra, your comment stinks worse than you. Leave him alone! And stop emailing me!!! Hanna <jeffmckee102@hotmail.com> USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 16:41:16 (EDT) But you gotta wonder what the heck is going through this Bloomblist character's empty little head. I know, it's a lot of me, me, me, me, me....And of course the bottom line is the bottom line and he knows how to get there very quickly. And there is nothing like a heritage station in town any more, except maybe q and b. Pan to a sad faced Stupe Man, zoom in on tear rolling down his wrinkled cheek. Stupe Man <zzzz@Podunk.com> USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 16:28:17 (EDT) Okay now look what you've done Thor. Gone and gotten me in trouble with Observer and Observer II. It hurts, but would hurt worse if they were real human beings with names, not just cartoon characters named Observer and Observer II. TRY not to get me in trouble again Thor. YOU KNOW I can't take rejection. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 16:12:54 (EDT) I am in agreement with Observer. Sure Thor offers a few interesting insights, but it's all lost in the childish insults. I find it appalling that some of the well known radio names who participate on this board actually applaud that behaviour and encourage it. Probably a reflection of Richmond radio in general and the direction it's goin: straight into toilet. Observer II USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 12:34:17 (EDT) It seems that certain stations have indeed lost their relevance to the community. This could be due to many things. I will make a major generalization and say it is because stations have hired people who are out of the market to transition their stations. In the process by saving money they have lost their local flavor. Wrva and Xl102 are good examples. Over the years they had a credibility with their audiences. Now they sound like they could be in any town, in any state. I guess they were penny wise and lost their heritage. Husker Du USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 12:19:31 (EDT) You do have a point Betty, however you would have to agree that Thor's tasteless and childish insults and personal attacks are completely unnecessary. Even good insights become pointless when mixed with senseless and uncalled for comments and slurs. observer richmond, USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 10:16:12 (EDT) I was not fired, and I am not bitter. Thor is exactly on the mark re: Randall Bloomquist. Ex-Basier (by choice) Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 09:26:52 (EDT) It is not Thor’s insight but insults that turn off readers. Many who would like to participate in a spirited discussion find this board oddly hostile to the very people for whom it was created. On The Sidelines USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 08:29:40 (EDT) Speak for yourself Observer....seems like Thor does more research than others and drops tidbits that we would otherwise not know. I always enjoy reading Thor's insights. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 06:23:01 (EDT) Thor, if you think ANYONE on here gives the slightest damn about anything you have to say, then it clearly YOU that's the idiot. (Can I hear an "Amen!" from the Amen-corner?) observer richmond, USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 00:31:08 (EDT) Thor read the following today in one of the trades: "Hi, my name is Randall B and I'm looking for a gig, here's my resume. WRVA Richmond 8.8-5.8 in less then a year. I've also fired or got rid of all of the folks who crossed me, or were here for any real length of time. I saved the company thousands of dollars in Salary, and with the lower ratings we don't sell as much so I've helped the station break even. WBT #1 to #8 in about 3 years. The city of Charlotte did not understand my brand of programming. The city was too conservative, all the city cared about was heritage, the city did not get shock radio so the station just never lived up to it's potential. I did get rid of a lot of people who were there too long and made too much money. WWVA Wheeling WVA. This is the city where I purchased a camera and took descreet photos of radio people in high management positions and other types of positions. I only show off my photos when I need to. If you'd like to hire me for your city I need the follwing situation. #1 Good station great ratings, I'll need to move the ratings. #2 Good people, folks with lots of tenure, I love to move people out away from me. #3 Let me know the names of the management team, I'll need to research my photo library. If you want to hire me, just contact my mom at www.Dirtwoman.com. She knows where to find me." The preceding is a PSA from Thor. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor's bra is too tight tonight. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 22:45:25 (EDT) YO! BTO! Was it all a dream? Esther is now, what in her 30's? Whoa. Betty, school started TODAY!! Tell Badjoke to get a job fer cryin' out loud and to leave you the heck alone or I'm coming after that no good for nuthin so and so. Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 16:46:23 (EDT) BEFORE MY INTERNSHIP WITH GARY CONDIT, I INTERNED ON THE MORNING SHOW AT XL102 IN RICHMOND. JEFF MCKEE WAS EVEN WORSE THAN GARY CONDIT HIMSELF. FIRST IT WAS SIMPLE FLIRTATION AND GRABBING MY BOOTY A WHOLE LOT. THEN OUR TUMULTUOUS AFFAIR BEGAN. BEFORE I KNEW IT HE STALKED AND TRIED TO KILL ME. IT WAS ONLY AFTER AN INTERVENTION FROM THOR THAT I WAS ABLE TO ESCAPE THAT DIMWITTED PERVERT. PLEASE COME AND FIND MY BODY. CHANDRA LEVY <chandralevy@garycondit.com> Trunk of Gary Condit's car, USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 15:37:51 (EDT) Shadow, what do you mean "children waiting for the bus"??!!?? PLEASE don't tell me school started today! I thought it was next week! betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 14:59:44 (EDT) Ya know Shadow, that brings back a bunch of memories! I enjoyed being your occasional co-pilot in the Super-Trooper. . . . . E-S-T-H-E-R!!!!!!!!!! BTO USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 09:03:57 (EDT) School starts on Tuesday for most of the kids in the metro. Expect heavier than normal delays on oyur commute and please watch out for the children waiting by the side of the road for the bus. And remember, when the light's a flashin' there ain't no a passin' (the bus). Ok, I've done my blast from the past traffic report! I miss radio, but I love teaching!! Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 18:25:26 (EDT) Evangealos, you are the nicest Greek I know at Basie Road. I just wanted to have my own Jerry Maguire moment and thank you for keeping my spirits up and being pound for pound the greatest promotions person ever. EWW!! I just drooled. Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> AAE, AAE UOFSOFAOFSOMETHING - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 15:28:08 (EDT) I read all the disparaging remarks about XL102 and the morning crew and I want to tell you that Jeff McKee is one of the kindest, smartest people I know working on radio in Richmond. Those of you that want to cut him down obviously have not worked with him as close as I have. Ah, I meant to say my name was Bill <jeffmckee102@hotmail.com> USA - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 13:14:20 (EDT) Thor thanks Rick Mendes for his comments and Thor humbly aplogizes for calling Rick an Idiot. Thor would like to call observer an idiot instead, this Thor beleives is much more accurate. Thor likes the story Sean told about Jeff McKee. Thor now has free advice. For all of the folks making $3 an hour, try to get yourselves a mentor who is good and will help you get a head in your careers. Who knows with a little hard work, you could be making as much money as Lucas Foxx does, pretty cool huh? Thor says hello to Betty, happy Labor day, with all of the kids you have, you know a lot about labor. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor wears Depends on long trips. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 09:10:13 (EDT) 4 years ago I graduated college and tried to get a job in radio. I went to every station in town and was told " no thanks. " I wrote letters, sent tapes and resumes to every program director. I never heard back. I called every p.d. in town. Never got through. I emailed Jeff McKee, he replied, invited me to the station, gave me a tour, talked to me about my future, found an interning position and had the time to help me in any way possible everytime I asked from that moment on. He never asked me for anything except to try as hard as I could and to believe in myself. I'm typing this somewhere in radio-land at about 4 in the morning, I've got a job after reading a few remarks about the guy, I thought I'd tell you something I'm sure most people don't know. I know that similar stories can be told by at least 5 people working at Basie Road today. Don't make judgements about people unless you've worked with them. I know this would embarrass him, so, Jeff I apologize, but it's the least I can do for a guy without whom I'd probably be working at the Price Club. sean USA - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 03:51:45 (EDT) Yasmine, things are very good, I haven't benn on the air because my wife and me had a baby yesterday, first one, 7lbs 9oz, it's a girl and ive been up for like 36 hours, very manic. jeff alexander richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:54:52 (EDT) Hey all, Well thanks to Rick who spoke truth about working your way up. I am in promotional support, ride the board, dub spots and have the occasional airshift on XL. I have been in radio for about 7 and a half years, I have been done promotions, on-air work in all time slots, production, programming....and I still have a long way to go, I'm in for life, I hope. I welcome all that I have been given. I always looked at it this way: "We're in the entertainment industry, we all are, from sales to board-ops, we are a facet of this fine business". This is a job for people who are either weird, have a.d.d, quirks, tourettes, drug problems whatever. Normal people wouldn't last in this game, in my opinion. So enough bashing, there is nothing wrong with venting, but if you're upset, vocalize or do whatever it takes, but never be bitter. You get nowhere. Ok, that was a Jerry Maguire moment, who's comin' with me!?!? Evan Neal <evangelosneal@hotmail.com> Rishmahn, va USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:51:31 (EDT) Jeff, how are things at Star? Haven't heard you on the air in a while. I heard you guys did really well in the trends! Keep doing those 80's weekends. Say hello to Javi for me!!!! Yasmine <FMprincess@hotmail.com> USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:47:18 (EDT) your all a bunch of jack-asses jeff alexander richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:34:04 (EDT) I'm not tryin' to slam anybody here, but can you tell me why Allen Price talks so fast? Sounds like coffee overload to me, but what do I know? Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:18:07 (EDT) I read all the disparaging remarks about XL102 and the morning crew and I want to tell you that Jeff McKee is one of the kindest, smartest people I know working on radio in Richmond. Those of you that want to cut him down obviously have not worked with him as close as I have. Marty <jeffmckee102@hotmail.com> USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 23:11:52 (EDT) Terry Young is in town. Wanna talk to him? Email me at gettbent@home.com. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 20:43:38 (EDT) Thor has a "functional" brain? HA! Now I've heard everything!! observer richmond, USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 17:21:51 (EDT) To Rick: When you get a clue as to who you are talking to, then you can open your mouth. Personally, I am one of the people that the so-called underlings don't like because I make more money than they do. I have been in this business for a long time and I have done it all. And as for being young, well let's just say I have a son in college. You call this a bitchin' board? Well fine that's what it is. And I am thankful for it. I am a firm believer that if nothing is ever said things will never get better. I know that management and the like read this board from time to time because we all talk about it around the office. So once again, this is my way of voicing my disagreements with how our staff is treated and how they are severely underpaid. I welcome the bitching and complaining. Just Curious USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 12:45:49 (EDT) YOu know Thor, the name of this board is not THOR'S BOARD, it's all of Richmond Radio and actually, from the comments I read from you, it's obvious you have a good job and a very functional brain. Not one of the things I said was a reflection on the way I feel about your postings. Yet you took them to heart as personal attacks. It's Labor Day Sunday my friend, chill just a bit. Your cynical, yet always amusing additions to this site give make weeding through the hostile pettiness of impatient underlings entertaining. I in know way intended to infer that the great Thor was any of the things I mentioned in my previous post. I respect most of the things you've said, except the part where you called me an idiot, but I'll overlook that because I think you misunderstood. So again, no offense Thor, it's not you, it's the sweaty petty ones, not the pretty sweeties like you that make this place so filled with venom. Rick Mendes USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 12:45:11 (EDT) Wow! Thor says Wow! Rick mendes has finally figured out Thor. Thor is just some low paid disgruntled underling working for some low life company not having the job Thor really wants and all Thor can do is complain about it via this board. AA says the best ways to begin the road to recovery is to acknowledge you have a problem. Thanks Rick, Thor can now begin to review Thor's life and get out from under Thor's rock get that gig Thor really wants driving the tram at some theme park. Thanks Rick. Idiot. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor hopes Rick's library card is revoked so he can't use the library computer anymore. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 12:10:28 (EDT) I've been visiting this board for about a month and it's obvious, I mean clear as water that 95 % of the messages posted are from bitter non-essential peripheral disgruntled office seekers who's point of view is tainted by the fact that somebody else has the job that they want so they say things that are - rather than truthful, simply the rantings of bitter non-essential peripheral disgruntled office seekers who want the people who do hold the better jobs to simply be swallowed up by the earth so that they can have their jobs. Almost every day good people who are trying as hard as they can to do the best job possible under very difficult situations are insulted, degraded and trashed with fictitious hateful posts by jealous young people in entry level or near entry level positions who don't have the maturity or patience to wait for their turn up the corportate ladder. It is nice to see a recognizable name here on occaision, Betty, Shadow etc, but for the most part, it seems as though the people who do hold the jobs that require the most responsibility are too busy doing them to come to this place to trash anbody. In other words: WELCOME TO THE RICHMOND RADIO SUPPORT STAFF VENT, BITCH AND VENOM HOMEPAGE. Anybody who has a good job is not welcome. Anybody who has a good job and has done a good job will find themselves the target of petty angry children venting poison under the guise of radio professionals. Let's just call this place what it is - if you do an overnight shift, ride the board for voice tracking, work in promotional support, the nature of this business is you wait and learn and slowly advance. Due to the nature of modern technology, you come here, say nasty things about anybody who might have a job better than your, one you covet, and under the cloak of anonynimity reveal to others that you're still too immature to be anything other than what your really are, young and bitter and too gutless to say what you'e thinking using your real name. If that's the intention of this board, it's accomplished it's goals. Rick Mendes USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 12:00:45 (EDT) Thor should have heard me as a Fuller Brush salesman in Prince William county! I'll be second in line at the Golden Coral. I'll tell her all about it. Lucas Foxx Richmond, Virginia USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 11:21:23 (EDT) Actually you are pretty stupid. I work for one of the Clear Channel stations. This board allows me the chance to voice how I really feel about the brilliant programming choices made by over paid jackasses here on Basie rd. This place is a joke. But they pay me. Not well, but they pay me. And thanks to this f****** non-compete, I can't go work for a real company. Now take a guess as to which station I work for and what I do for them. Just Curious USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 11:17:28 (EDT) I don't get your point, 295. I'm just a pawn like everyone else. The last time I was unleashed my ratings trend went 14.5, 11.3, 13.5, in men 18-35; when did you ever book a double digit share, Mr Anonymous? Get a sense of humor, Kid. Lucas Foxx Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 11:12:24 (EDT) Sorry for the triple post, Here's the original intent (IE LF is a little Mr know it all, who thinks he has the power over lives that only Jedi knights have. Dumbass) Lucas Fox: I'm not sure I want people getting killed because of my show either. But you have no problem with ratings dying, obviously. Grow up kid. 294 VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 09:16:51 (EDT) But you have no problem with ratings dying, obviously. Grow up kid. 294 VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 09:14:36 (EDT) <> But you have no problem with ratings dying, obviously. Grow up kid. 294 VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 09:14:00 (EDT) Has anyone noticed the shameless plug from an employee of Y101? Be more subtle next time bro. We aren't stupid. Even more curious VA USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 09:07:24 (EDT) Anyone been listening to the top 300 countdown on Y101? Totaly killer music! Everything from Tool to Oingo Boingo to Devo to Jim Carrol. I love these countdown things. I get to hear tons of stuff that normaly gets put on the back burner to corporate record company crap. Praise to Y101!!! Keep it up guys. On a side note, has anyone noticed how much "new" or harder music XL is playing these days? Lassman couldn't take out the planet so is he going after Y now? Lassman is such a fat poop. Just Curious USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 15:52:19 (EDT) Thor knows that Lucas has many part time gigs in addition to his $4 an hour one at WRXL. Thor was at WaWa on Rt 10 the other day and over the speaker Thor heard someone say, he just stick the Gas pump in your mouth and you'll sleep like a baby.....Then Thor was at K-mart and Thor heard someone say "Ladies & Gentlemen, its another K-mart Fu**ing Blue light special in the personal care section. Then at Ukrops.."mam I see you are interested in the Hot Dogs, let me give you some tips on how to cook your Wiener, Then Thor was at the Museum of the Confederacy and Thor heard: "yes in addition to impailing people there were many ways to use a saber" each time Thor looked up she saw Lucas, Thor hears that Lucas is studying to become a preacher Thor knows Lucas' first sermon will be about Sodom & Gamorra...Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is eating her Hot Dog right now. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 12:50:06 (EDT) I'm a lurker, a guy who works in an industry affiliated with radio, but I am not in the " biz " directly. I have worked or do work with many of the leading characters mentioned on this board and so I visit, see what you guys have to say, and usually I just lurk. Good taste is a matter of, well, taste, duh, and it changes from format to format, targeted listener to targeted listener. What Mr Foxx ( whom I've never met ) said might have offended many people, but probably wouldn't have bothered anyone who was about to listen to Lovelines. Leave the guy alone. As far as " rumors " that sounds like the spin of somebody with blood on their hands. Everybody is allowed their opinion, mixing opinion and fiction can be hurtful. Rick Mendes USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 10:39:34 (EDT) Poor taste, perhaps. But was it funny? yeah, probably. That's the acid test. Would the audience think it's funny. On XL, probably so. Good line, then. Prior USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 10:15:43 (EDT) Hate to say it Lucas, but that was in really poor taste. No pun intended. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 09:44:44 (EDT) I appologize to anyone who was offended by the "pacifier" comment. I'm sure most of you are aware that I'm not a shock jock. That is not my shtick. I'm more creative than that. It was just a passing comment made before the Dr. Drew and Adam Corolla show. I don't want those of you who don't listen to XL to get the impression that I'm vulgar on a regular basis. I did get an email from a woman who thought it was so funny she nearly drove off the road. I'm not sure I want people getting killed because of my show either. Lucas Foxx Richmond, Virginia USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 08:00:35 (EDT) *sigh* Carol just has much right to make sense on this board as you idiots do to attack her. She defended Jeff M, I agree with her. If any of you ever encountered/listened to the man, you would know how talented he is. Instead, I think that this board is falling prey to a bunch of 20-somethings who feel radio owes them. Not exactly the atmosphere that would continuously draw out Shadow, Betty,Bobalou,Summers,Shotgun,Jacobs...etc. Keep it up, idiots. Blah Blah Blah Blah Blah Blah, UK USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 07:07:36 (EDT) Hey Carol! Shuuuuuuuuuuuuuuttttttt Uppppppppppp! You have no "friends" at XL.....wanna test the theory? Get fired! Watch them go to bat for you, take you out to dinner, help you with their connections! Hell, even McKee requested that Beck be let go (well, that's the big rumour anyway). You want Friends? Thursday nights, NBC, 8:00. Right now just go away. carole with an e USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 06:39:03 (EDT) WRVA's turn to nasty talk is symptomatic of the station's incredible slide to oblivion. First, its highly unlikely that tasteless vulgarity can get the trainload of listeners required to obtain critical mass for ratings success in Richmond. And, second, even if it does....it certainly will not get the support of area community leaders who are critical to the station's success in the news and community service areas. Any news based radio station must have the respect and support of community leaders whether they listen or not and no one in any leadership capacity in Richmond wants to be associated with the station's cesspool programming. There's just no percentage of gain to be had by doing so. Simply put, WRVA is no longer a player in community affairs in Richmond. It simply does not matter anymore observer USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 02:54:39 (EDT) I'd like to know what are the BOUNDIRES too? And where are the BOUNDIRES? And where can I get BOUNDIRES AT A GOOD PRICE? huh? USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 02:23:50 (EDT) So,what are the boundires? None? If you had a daughter, would you want her to call Lucas and inquire about his "pacifier"? How about your son? I think one of the things that is forgoten in this big race for corporate ass slapping; the need to be noticed by little people, is the fact that you are responsible for your words and actions. Ok, maybe I don't know squat about radio, but I do know whats right and wrong. Do you? Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 00:52:41 (EDT) I too heard Lucas make that comment about his penis and his girlfriends mouth and thought, " man what an imagination - I doubt he has a girlfriend and it's only 50-50 he has a penis. " Ernie USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 22:09:59 (EDT) Stupe Man humbles himself before Thor's intelligence and beauty. She can have my furry little babies any day of the week. ©2001 Podunk Productions Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 18:28:59 (EDT) I heard someone on XL give the temperature as 69 - f**king filth-mongers SERX USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 17:07:07 (EDT) I heard Lucas say something the other night about how he "stuck his penis in his girlfriend's mouth" as a pacifier and how "they both slept peacefully after that." I thought that was a little over the top for XL early evening. Then again, if he's got the Pre-Loveline listeners, I guess programming finds it humorous. To answer the question: John Lassman is the brand manager of 2 other stations, one of which is in Corpus Christi. Not sure where the other is, but then again, I am not sure he's in Corpus Christi. Yuck Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 15:45:05 (EDT) I listened to WRVA for 10 minutes yesterday in the afternoon. In ten minutes I heard Aaron say sagging old c-word, I heard a promo about phone sex and I heard Alan Price making references to expletives. I am in no way an uptight person. It just seems so "trying to be on the edge" I found it way overboard. They just seem to be doing it for the sake of doing it. It does not sound cool or well thought out. Pushing the envelope has its place and has been done in a clever way by jocks in this market. I don't think the programmers realize just how lame the station sounds. It is trying too hard. I miss the WRVA of class acts like Tim, Jerry and others. By the way I am in the demo too. Husker Du USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 13:23:35 (EDT) Lassman is in Texas because Clear Channel I predict will or already has made him a brand manager for two or three other stations. Husker Du USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 09:13:09 (EDT) Carol, Thor likes stupe, but Thor isn't sure about you. Thor wonders how one of the clerks from the Henrico Library system could have found out about this silly little radio board. Please go back to finding books for 5th graders and old people and try not to turn on your computer. By the way, if anyone wants oldies and can listen to stuff on your computer go to www.xmradio.com. Carol....Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor will be the 1st in her area to have XM radio. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 08:54:19 (EDT) If you're looking for Oldies in Richmond, try to see if you can pick up Rockin' Oldies 95.9 from Fredericksburg. The signal is usually able to be picked up in the West End of Richmond at least. It's a fun Oldie station. Oldies formats usually come and go (ie. WDCK, WRCL, etc.) so I imagine someone else will go with Oldies in the not-too-distant future. Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 08:45:29 (EDT) Ok, ok, ok...man, everytime I read "Carol's" posts it leaves me scratching my head (which messes up my comb-over). MS/MR Fletcher, you are actually defending the seemingly pro-drug stance they have at xl? Interesting. My original post was about how a competing radio station could capitalize on the perception that xl is a drug station that plays racing and sports, not music. My perception is that xl is for dopers with doper related references. Since you love the station so much, try to actually listen to it with the ear of the average person for once. Using the cop out that, "hey, they are paying such and such", is juvenile at best. Popular media (even the lowest one on the scale of media - radio) has real power over the people that listen. And please don't give me that crap of sure, they can shange the dial, Mom can turn off the radio and other limp arguments. The power of the media is in the influence they have on popular culture. And making references to drugs in a way that make them seem cool is (in my humble stupid average person) is a bad move. My opinion, that's all. So, Carol please don't take it personal, just try to be reponsible for your actions when you go on the air or write that promo that you think is sooo clever. Or not - your choice. All mispellings are mine and mine alone. Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 06:34:24 (EDT) Thor, thanks for the insults, always an honor to have someone who won't use their real name make fun of someone else's real name. I used the 18 to 35 demo in my discussion of drugs because I'm assuming that's one of XL's primary targets and I was addressing Stupe's charges of the endorsement of drugs by XL jocks, which I found insipid. I will give you this - getting into an argument with Stupe is stupid, but I don't appreciate some of my friends being called drug pushers. And I'm not Randall. Ugh, perish the thought. We're on the same side of the fence there too, Thor, so why don't we agree to pick on Randall and Stupe and leave each other alone? Carol Fletcher USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 22:22:45 (EDT) What about Oldies in Richmond? Do any of you experts out there think someone (FM or AM?) will bring an Oldies format back to Richmond? Seem to be alot of people who miss the format, while the big groups chase their tails and try to sound like eachother. The Oldster Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 22:04:09 (EDT) Thor wonders what is Carol Fletcher. Thor thinks she is really Randall Bloomquist. Here is Thor's reasoning. First, on the surface carol sounds somewhat intelligent, but look under the dress (sorry people) and like Randall there is nothing there but emptiness. Next, she thinks everyone is 18-35 as does silly Randall. To Carol/Randall anyone over 35 should be too old to listen to the radio or should be dead. Third anyone stupid enough to argue with Stupe man can't be anyone but Randall B. So, Randy, please come forward and admit to all of us that you are carol and Carol is you and you want to make WRVA an 18-34 year old station. Thank you, Thank you Thank you. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor would never name her kids Carol, sounds like hair tonic. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 22:01:45 (EDT) I don't believe I've ever heard a jock on XL 102 endorse the use of drugs. The topic comes up all the time, to not discuss drugs on a rock station would be like not discussing football on a sports station. It's part of the culture of any rock station's target audience. It's something that the target wants to hear about, just like movies, television, the weather and sports. Don't mistake talking about something with endorsing it. Also, don't paint the rock station audience as the only one that has a vested interest in drugs. It's part of popular culture, it didn't start with today's 18 to 35 year olds, in fact, you can blame their parents for making drugs a part of everyday life. The summer's biggest hit, Because I Got High is an across the board smash, black, white, everybody wants to hear about drugs. To say that XL's jocks endorse drug use because the topic is part of what they address is either disgenuous, naive or just plain stupid. Carol Fletcher USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 21:31:47 (EDT) Oldies radio is returning to the Lynchburg area. WZZU-FM, at 97.9, says it will switch to the oldies format on Monday. The Roanoke-Lynchburg market has not had an oldies station since February. Right now, 97.9 broadcasts modern rock in Lynchburg, and the owners say they'll keep doing so on a different frequency, 100.9. Roanoke guy USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 17:48:47 (EDT) Damn, did it again wrong, wrong, wrong!!!! Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 17:31:35 (EDT) Deer Carol Fletcher, Since I am as dumb as I look, please excuse my horrible spelling habits. The fact remains though that xl is aligning itself with drugs and trying to make the use of illicit drugs sound cool. They are wring and should be ashamed of themselves. Admit it. And get off my furry back! Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 17:24:40 (EDT) There are still some good live jocks on-air at XL, Jacob. Try Eddie. Evan and Sharon on the late nights (weekends) they sound like they are having a good time and I think they're live, either way try that and see what you think. ......... USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 14:21:39 (EDT) There are still some good live jocks on-air, Jacob. Try Eddie. Evan and Sharon on the late nights (weekends) they sound like they are having a good time and I think they're live, either way try that and see what you think. ......... USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 14:20:49 (EDT) You know Stupe Man, if you're going to make nasty cracks about people using or selling drugs and try to make yourself seem sly and witty, you might try to spell the word loser correctly. It would make whatever point you were trying to make seem just a tad bit more credible ( that's a fancy word for believable, plausible, reliable ) Carol Fletcher USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 10:47:57 (EDT) Realy cool jocks? There are none left at XL. They only have 2 live shifts on that sinking ship. Jeff and Lucas in the morning and that BT guy at night. The rest is voice tracked and syndication. You can't possibly be talking about Jay Philpot or that Kasey kid. They are about as entertaining farting in the wind. No wait, I do enjoy that. Jacob Arrington <JacobArrington@Hotmail.com> Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 09:24:21 (EDT) I meant to ask earlier...can the really cool jocks at xl get me drugs cheap? From their on-air postioning they seem to be the perfect xtc dealers....or maybe it's just pot...or no it's acid...crack? smack? That way when I am listening to car races in the left speaker and looser redskin games in the right it will not sound like complete crap. And of course a salesman would think that running nascar and football would be a great thing during the off-peak times...the expected revenues must make his **** drip! Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 06:56:48 (EDT) Dang Geez. Sounds like you are trying to defend all the stupid idiotic things that XL programming genius John Lassman has done. Give Curious a break. He was just asking a question. You don't have to know all the facts about a certain subject to ask a question about it. How else do you learn? It's attitudes like yours that make this a sour and negative board. It wouldn't surprise me if XL started doing Skins games after Nascar or even before with a temporary interruption to bring you Nascar or scheduling the two events around each other or whatever. They will do whatever it takes to get that all mighty dollar. They are whores. Truth of the matter is, No one, not even Lassman knows what's going to happen there. Lassman is just a pawn in the corporate hell that is Clear Channel. He's been in Texas for a few days. I wonder what they could possibly need him in Texas for. He's probably just there for some serious corporate kiss butt classes. I agree with Curious. XL needs something. Maybe it's Nascar, maybe it's the Skins. But it would definitely be to their benefit to get rid of Lassman. I think you just took his posting a little too personal. But that's probably because you are just realizing that you work for the crappiest station in Richmond. XL sucks! Mediator USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 02:46:17 (EDT) You Clear Channel people are vicious. Radon USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 00:12:23 (EDT) Hey Jeez Louise, Please give Just curious a break, Thor knows what's wrong, a lot of bad things have happened to him. His ear exploded the last time he heard Jim Jacobs say he was running for governor. Then, he read some article in the paper about The Dirt Woman officially dis-owning her son Randall Bloomwhatever for crappy WRVA ratings. The whole time Just was tying to figure out if cal Ripkin really hit that home run in the All Star game while also wondering if Little E really won the Daytona 400. In the meantime, Just became the 8th reader of this stupid board. His life was getting better because he was living life according to THOR, but then someone stupid like Truth and Brian T came along and blew up everything for him. So then he figured that Nascar could get ratings on some lame ass formerly great radio station and the station could play redskin Football in the left speaker and Nascar in the right. So go easy on the guy, he's had a tough year. By the way, for anyone who said Thor would go away, Thor has been on this silly board since February, this prooves Thor needs to get a life. THOR has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is eating onions right now and has a kiss waiting for Bobba lou. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 23:00:11 (EDT) I know this may be a bit off subject...but I found this great band from NY at www.sirsy.com They are coming to Richmond in November I think. Ok....back to trashing each other.... Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 21:57:27 (EDT) Sometimes the sheer stupidity of people who post on this site makes me want to scream. I agree with Carole, before you speak, you might want to consider having some idea about the subject of which you address. Take Just Curious. First you say you're interested to see if Nascar will help XL 102's ratings. ( like a couple of hours on a Sunday will make a huge impact on any station ) Then you say that XL needs something, implying that your superior programming mind senses there's something wrong over there. In the next breath you say you've heard that they're thinking of, if not already have, signed a deal to broadcast the Redskins. Hey Einstein, did it ever occur to you that most Nascar races run at the exact same time as the Redskins games? If you really want to express an opinion that will be respected, take your head out of your butt and get a freaking clue. Geez Louise USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 21:30:21 (EDT) I think it will be interesting to see what Nascar will do for XL. I'll be watching the ratings! God knows they need something over there. I heard that they are considering if not already inked the deal to broadcast Redskins games on XL. Has anyone else heard this? If it's true, what do you think this will do for XL? Don't they have a sports station in the same building? Just Curious USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 20:41:36 (EDT) 2 - I don't want to get into an argument with you, in fact, I don't want to get even want to launch into a discussion about the subject, but I've known Jeff McKee for over a decade, I've worked with him at various periods during that time and buddy, you don't know what the hell you're talking about. Anybody can say anything they want on this board, that's what it's all about. In most cases one's opinion is as valid as the next guy's, but you're so off base on this one that I have to call you on it. The guy is as smart as anyone I've ever met. Period. Again, I don't want to get into a discussion about this because even talking about it is stupid, anybody who's ever worked with him or has had the pleasure of knowing him will tell you, he's as bright as they come. Next time stick to something you know about. And if you're going to make personal attacks, have the guts to use your own name. Carol Fletcher USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 19:59:08 (EDT) calling anything that jeff mckee does a brilliant piece of radio would imply that he actually has a brain 2 USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 19:43:09 (EDT) Hate to argue with a guy who likes drugs and t & a but Nascar is not just for rednecks anymore. XL can't lose by broadcasting the races. They run in ghetto times: Sunday afternoons or Saturday nights, they get advertising they'd never get without the races, the get the perception that they're Richmond's Race station ( and to those who care that's a big deal and for those that don't it goes in one ear and out the other ) and they never really have to blah blah blah racing racing racing like John Boy and Billy. I know nothing about Nascar, I mean nothing, but I listened to McKee interview a driver the other morning ( I have no idea which one ) and I don't think they ever actually talked about racing. What I found fascinating was that I really enjoyed the interview and I had no idea who the hell the guy was. After it was over it dawned on me what a brilliant piece of radio it was. It must have given race fans goosebumps but it never ever mentioned racing. It was entertaining simply as a conversation. I want to do talk radio one day and I've been thinking about how he did that ever since. Truly radio sleight of hand. My point is, however, that's also how XL can win with racing - just play the race - skirt around getting all red-necky about it, benefit from the association and never actually sink to the depths of hillbilly radio. As a salesguy, I'd love to get some of the revenue that slid over to XL from racing. Anyway, that's my 2 cents.. on the other hand USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 18:48:34 (EDT) A few words about XL 102: Drugs good. T&A great. NASCAR bad, very bad. Let's leave that to the inbred, Hardee's poster mullets Jim Boy and Willy, or whoever they are. boobies Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> Sadamagogo, oops TIMMY! - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 18:16:45 (EDT) Thor has scoop. Go to www.rronline.com then go to ratings, or look below for Richmond ratings trend. Thor thanks Herman for his support, Herman, Thor knows you and liked you on the Munsters. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor eats twinkies by the hour. WCDX-FM Urban Radio One 12.8 11.2 12.4 13.0 10.9 WTVR-FM AC Clear Channel 9.4 9.6 9.6 8.5 7.7 WKHK-FM Country Cox 5.3 5.9 7.1 6.4 7.5 WKLR-FM Classic Hits Cox 5.4 5.1 4.5 5.3 5.8 WRVQ-FM CHR/Pop Clear Channel 5.9 5.8 5.8 6.1 5.7 WJMO-FM Urban Oldies* Radio One 4.2 3.6 3.4 5.1 5.6 WRVA-AM News/Talk Clear Channel 6.0 7.6 7.8 5.2 5.6 WMXB-FM Hot AC Cox 5.1 5.0 4.2 4.1 4.6 WKJS-FM Urban AC Radio One 6.4 5.5 4.5 6.4 4.4 WBTJ-FM Urban** Clear Channel 3.7 3.2 2.8 3.7 4.4 WRXL-FM Rock Clear Channel 4.1 4.0 2.9 4.5 4.3 WDYL-FM Alternative Cox 2.4 2.3 2.2 3.1 3.0 WJZV-FM Smooth Jazz Richmond Br. 0.0 2.5 3.3 2.5 2.6 WBBT-FM Oldies Main Quad Inc. 2.1 2.2 1.6 2.1 2.3 WBTK-AM Talk*** 2.2 1.3 1.9 1.8 1.9 WRHH-FM Urban**** Radio One 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.2 1.5 WXGI-AM Country Gee 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.1 1.5 WREJ-AM Gospel 4M Communications 1.4 1.2 0.8 0.8 1.4 WXEZ-FM AC Eure 0.5 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.1 WRNL-AM Sports Clear Channel 1.4 1.8 2.0 0.8 0.9 WGCV-AM Gospel Radio One 0.8 1.6 0.9 0.7 0.8 WFTH-AM Gospel Johnson, James Jr. 1.0 1.7 0.7 0.7 0.6 WHAP/WLEE News/Talk 4M Communications 0.6 1.2 1.5 0.7 0.6 WARV-FM Country Radio One 0.0 0.3 0.0 0.7 0.5 WCLM-AM Urban Oldies World Media 0.6 0.4 0.0 0.7 0.5 WAFX-FM Classic Rock Saga 0.7 0.6 0.0 0.4 0.4 WWUZ-FM Classic Hits Rappahannock 0.0 0.0 0.7 0.5 0.4 Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:47:14 (EDT) You know, I'm drivin' in to work punchin' the dial and come across a promo on XL about Bush and his daughter and her quest for drugs, etc, etc. I was struck by a couple of things (Besides the fact that it was an unbelievably poorly done promo): XL is setting itself up as the drugs, T&A, and race car radio station yeeehaw! Spit, spit. Now if I was programming a different radio station that was say, playing classic rock, I would nail the knuckleheads at X to the wall. It would be soo easy! "You wanna hear more music and less (sfx: rednecks & cars zooming), more music and less (Old man: come here little girl..."), more music and less (doped up dj: "ahuh, drugs, yah, cool, uh-huh....") (Logo release for the classic rock station) with 50 minutes of music every hour!" Or what ever. I mean, is it just me or are the smarty pants at XL really making it sound cool to relate to drugs and other stupid behavior? I mean, I'm the Stupe Man and it seems obvious to me..... Oh, I forgot, this is PODUNK, so it doesn't really matter. Stupe Man <zzzz@podunk.com> USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:39:26 (EDT) Cheap Channel strikes again. Here in Dallas. I stumbled onto your page here. If you want to see what Cheap Channel is doing in Big D, head to my web page. http://balder.prohosting.com/boandjim/ BBaker <bo@ratbike.org> Dallas, Tx USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:30:23 (EDT) Thom Mac - Sorry to here about the sale going through but we hope to be adding a few WFLS people to the jobless ranks in the not-too-distant future (nothing personal to them, just good, old fashioned competition). Keep listening to Thunder 104.5 and good luck in your future endeavors. Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 11:42:21 (EDT) Fall Book begins on September 20th and ends on December 12th. I can't answer the question regarding the stock price! By the way, the results of the Sumer book will be released on October 16th. Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 11:39:18 (EDT) Hey Thor, we are still here for you. Ignore truth, he's always been an idiot. Thor you rule, command us please won't you. Herman Richmond, Va USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:41:49 (EDT) What date does the fall book begin? Has CC decided to renew with Arbitron in previously cancelled markets? If so does anyone know the details. What effect has this if any on Arbitron stock? I remember CC announced it would not renew the day Arbitron went public. Husker Du USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:29:12 (EDT) It was inevitable that you would eventually realize that you are being ignored by those of us who have better things to read than your ramblings Thor. Most of us are still here and up until now have enjoyed what has been posted by true radio people. Truth Anywhere, USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 09:08:13 (EDT)

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