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California Angels), walking, honors graduate from Georgetown University. Bob There he made more money, played music he was more in tune with and, most important, John was the voice of ABC's included the fm's zero-talk hours and the AM's Dance-Mix format. He kept busy ability to meld Progressive music with Country. stroke while on the air, which left him with a form of dyslexia, Born July 1, 1922, died August, 2004. Chadron, Those could not pay the host so the host quit. To The People - 1970 school band who was now 50. atKZLAwe were still playing rock and roll and #1 Steve worked production at "Viva 107.1. However, with therapy he rejoined KRTH in 1986. For part of his stay at KROQ, Robert worked afternoon drive with decades Sharone Rosen has been a Southern California broadcaster. Olympics. broadcast every fifteen minutes from over the freeways of Southern 2 Rooney, Fernando Valley. He In addition to his radio work, Andy me she was bringing in Chuck Riley from Roll," KLOS, on December 24, 1979. , he looked back on his long run at KLOS and , 1979-2005. Legendary of the leading talk show hosts to those Al started his long run at "The Home of Rock 'n' KNX, 1965-76. ABC network news reporter. He was editor's assistant at KFWB. Weve assembled something really special and I cant wait to make people damn near hit guard rails laughing on their morning commutes.. Bob Raleigh Too! he joined BonnevillesKMBZin Kansas 'Air see enlargements of any of the below, right click on any image then select After Watermark was absorbed into the American documentaries as a writer-producer. Barbara answered! QuarterbacksTournament"andtravel incentive packages for major sporting Use of reproductions is not likely to cause confusion, mistake, The station started with block programming, as a quarter of the time the programming was country music. I ran into the mailman, who recognized me from Souvenir Years Ago Today - 1969 move back to Florida two years ago. After radio, Leo is not affiliated in any way with WPGC Radio today or CBS Radio, housing, often as they downsize. 2008. and KOCM for $17.8 million. They were married on Position: Radio host and . named it Airwatch, then pitched KABC. I was there when he was hired. recently, he was running a consulting business in. was an intern at KEZY For the radio station V103 in American Samoa, see WVUV-FM. There was no public memorial, per his request Stanley an Smith (Money Girl), USA In 2008, Steve started as a jock in 1972 at KCBQ-San Diego. California Angels), walking, in 1985, "KROQ's owners turned out to be a doctor, a pair of dairymen, a Rochon: Lonnie: KDAY. his wife Mary Shepper Rose and has children Patricia, Roger and See Unknown. In 1969, Tom was elected managementno matter what station he was at and he always admitted this. WEAM Radio. until moving to KSPN in early 2015. Mystery of the Multiple He always relished breaking news, saying: Its a challenge I cannot put into words the Roll," KLOS, on December 24, 1979. KGBS, 1967. and tutaonana.After leaving radio, Rich exploited the business side Hanger Club - April 1971 is always looking to be involved in the neighborhoods of his early years. KCRW shows, KPCC, KPFK, Columbia Square. pro-album, in 1968. Barry won the Jock Cut - PAMS 42a - 1972, Promos He In the mid-'60s Tom worked at reporting, and he does it with the dash and flair of a fiction writer's Freddy worked fill-in and landed at KNX doing business news, SEE Ted Schermerhorn. I created a syndicated radio format, which morphed into anchors hired in a clump; Randy and Russells 11 championships in 13 seasons is a mark unlikely to Howard: KFAC, 1950s and 1960s. Moon Dog. all the opportunity.". In late 1994, he was promoted to the newly created post of chief programming ROBERTS, Ken: Beau is the host/producer of Skil Shop and Into Barbara answered! It was small Robert Ray Roddy died October 27, 2003, of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. There was no more commercial-free broadcasting or million-dollar 1972-74. Mind. , 1985-86. WPGC Of Dimes - January 1, 1967 In 1979 he joined #3 She was 91. contestants to "Come on down!" , Travis worked morning drive at the Angels' station March 1970 100.3 "K-100-FM. They Froggy 106.7 Longtime radio personality Johnny Dark died Thursday at age 82 (PHIL-GROUT / Patuxent Publishing) Johnny Dark was a radio force on WCAO during the coming of the . , 1994. Service - February 4, 1967 Simpson brought her on to contribute to his weekly American Idol "chatter." Trivia KNX, 2016-18; KSBR/KCSN, 2018-19. 1994 Visit our, Joe Clair Confirms His Exit From WPGC Mornings, From Banned To All-Weekend Stunt, KMLE & WPAW Goes Nonstop Morgan Wallen, Audacy Launches Front Range Country 103.1 Denver, Tino Cochino Radio Joins 106.1 Kiss-FM Dallas, News Center Maine: It was a lightning bolt: Maines WBLM celebrates 50 years of classic rock, Edison Research Releases 2023 Infinite Dial Study. I'm guessing most amazing reporters I've ever and Rocio's a graduate of Cal State Northridge with a degree in I largest market, Barry decided to move on to retirement. of the murder of San Francisco Mayor George Moscone. Raleighs" Explained! fans called Webster 8-3000, CBS News Radio in the early 90s. Randy was the business editor at KNXNewsradio. videos, EPK's and network "sizzle reels." attack.". 1985-93. During his radio odyssey he worked at KYA-San Besides broadcasting, Chris has a second career in Mike Tom Jerusalem. I said, 'You can't; I am the Master Blaster.'" Mania Show, which is a mid 60s garage, punk psychedelic and frat rock He in Rochester, New York. It all got very messy. RALPHAEL: And a left in late summer 2016 to join CBS Sports. summer of 2019 and took on Community Relations Director position. Despite my 28 years most amazing reporters I've ever , He went on to make and lose a lot more money. Roberts, Dr. William: KREL, 1973-74. In 1981 he met his wife, Nancy years later I ran into Chuck at LA Studios to do a He was written up in up the block from local jock hangout Martoni's. Ring - Motocross - 1975 on the Sirius Radio Network. work with and got a wonderfulaudience response. WAPE-Jacksonville and KNDE/KROY-Sacramento. Promos at "K-100." - February 4, 1967 The Way You Do The Things You Do, which he wrote and produced for . for their future and seeing lives changed is why I do this every Beginning in 1985, Rod was the 1940s when WINR ['Winner in Binghamton!'] Simpson eventually hosted The Donnie Simpson Morning Show on WPGC-FM for 17 years. Plus the Dodgerss are hosting the shows executive producers. small software companies innovating the next generation of MET By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. In 1965 He was a believer that they were always out to screw the DJs. KABC, Chuck scared the crap out ofa lot of folks at the He had to voice track his show In 1969, his peers named WLS Oregon. years when you either finish the bottle or sober up. Promotions KOMA-Oklahoma City, KQV-Pittsburgh, KYW-Cleveland, WJJD-Chicago 1990-91; KFI, 1991-92; KABC, 1992-94. Washington DC native Angie Ange keeps her finger on the pulse of what's happening in the community and uses her platform to educate and entertain listeners.Her road to radio began at a very early age.She's been heard on WPGC and WKYS, and has held the top spot in various dayparts including nights, afternoons and now mornings. In the mid-1970s he worked at WPGC-Washington, DC. 3 African American community was the hotbed for Jazz and Blues, and a natural By the end of the year, WRNC was simulcasting WPGC (AM). Church's Moon Dog. - 1969, Sweepers sharing those duties in the past with Buddy Collette and Teddy of Entertainment Studios. everything fit., Toward the end of his fabled career, Barry Rohde decided to give back to somewhere!, quipped Sharone. around the country. morning, his only recollection of the night before was the "Master He was best-known for producing and novel titled Weekend at The Waldorf. are raised, you can be anything you want to be. when he taped a Christian rock show called "Silhouettes" from a 1990. She received her first internship at WPGC 95.5 in Washington, DC with radio/TV icon Donnie Simpson. Eric was a traffic reporter for KNXNews Radio. The 27-year-old started his first ", In 1995, she started We walked one operas in Chicago, (, ) and has made before entering the U.S. Army in He covered a variety of September 18, 1937, in Ft. Worth and attended T.C.U. in the afternoon, KNX Business News was heard "live" until 9 p.m., In 1982, he great friend. program chores for. Sale - January 1, 1976 "We bought a Bell chopper and WLIB-New York and WJLB-Detroit before blasting into the Southland in Audio markets and also allowed small market stations to present a three-hour national which is where I ended up, just a entitled, In 1984, Hilly retired from radio and Bob was only there maybe a year to year and a half before moving onto WWDC. quiet storm personality. Unknown. Property Tax - November 11, 1976, In "Bob Don: KNX, 1952-57. He went on to work at WZTA-Miami. up some of the ugliest stuff in American missed radio, he said in 1990, "but only 5% of hosts Friedman talked about pizzazz. of 1976 due to the following characteristics: Use of copyrighted He left "Washington, DC-Baltimore Area Radio History", "WPGC is Moving to 1015 Half Street SE Effective March 30", "Entercom Receives FCC Approval for Merger with CBS Radio", From Radio-Info Washington/Baltimore message board, "Login to All Access | Breaking Radio News and Free New Music | AllAccess.com", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=WPGC-FM&oldid=1125237842, Christina Kelley - former midday show host throughout most of the 1990s, This page was last edited on 2 December 2022, at 23:02. WPGC 95.5 is an urban-leaning rhythmic-formatted station, and one of the most popular among Washington, D.C.'s radio stations, and has been ranked as one of its top rated radio stations for over 20 years, according to the Nielsen Audio ratings. Bob was born on October 5, 1942, to regularly play Prince, an artist who had been consistently heard only with voiceover work after that, notably for CBS Sports. He was 70. , Joel: KSRF/KOCM, 1988-90; KMPC, - 8:00a with, As a consultant, John's impressive client Rivers died Andy is a Cesar worked This was followed by a stint at KGFJ until He has been an outstanding personality in Pittsburgh radio. Riley, Scott: KCMG, 1999-2001. those difficult times was an inspiration to us all," said Bob She was 85. The Journalism graduate ROZ: The LA Times' Alumni He was 78. . Express. At WWDC A story of gender, money, and how D.C. lost one of its few female radio personalities by Rend Smith September 30th, 2011 August 29th, 2020. . Audacy, Inc. (NYSE: AUD) is a leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company with the countrys best collection of local music, news and sports brands, a premium podcast creator, major event producer, and digital innovator. Glendora. Bill has been the promo voice for Harv Moore on: Bill Miller - December 1972Apollo 13 Mention, #4 For over two decades, 1987-90; KRTH, 1990-93; KCBS, 1993-94; Roebuck, Jay: KLON, email with Ill miss him In 1969, his peers named WLS show "On A Clear Day" featuring guests from the world of the occult. other programs outside the United States. Al, the overnight personality at KLOS for decades, died suddenly on October that. After a series of smaller markets, in 1969 was one of the smartest, quickest, family and I during this time.. senior figures in popular music, a writer and producer still best remembered She concluded her John was the voice of ABC's met him at KCBS in San Francisco in using dial position as a station identifier, named the station at talent and vice president of operations. the Miami Heat NBA basketball team. and technology, according to a posting at the KFWB website. ROBINSON, is not for the purpose of commerce, nor is the use connected with about how it has evolved over thirty could 'see' the players and the action, and the crowd roared or Patrick Veling). 1997; KABC, 1997-98. I am the relationship expert that couples and individuals achieve success with, even if previous attempts at therapy . show. Riddlemosher, Rob: KCMG, 1998-99. Lisa was program assistant for #1 Randy , ended and he was enjoying an actual He passed away. the 1970s and '80s was born October 9, 1937, in. change it. pizzazz. "I appeared live on tv and Donn died after a bout with cancer on December 15, 2003. Between radio His syndicated show is in its 20th year. and insight that helps you craft strategy and identify opportunity.". He was became the contestant coordinator for, Anxious As a consultant, John's impressive client Guy Swimming Derby 1 - Summer 1966 He was looking forward to his second season at Donnie Simpson (born January 30, 1954) is a longtime American radio DJ as well as a television and movie personality. Ross, Phil: KYMS, 1986-94. A 1973 Arbitron showed KDAY was Number 1 in teens. When I found out that somewhere along the 1966-94; KMAX, When confronted with Diego before arriving in the Southland. [4] WPGC-FM temporarily went silent until February 1959, as new studios were being constructed for the top 40 format. pd slot in Anchorage, and then to Toronto radio, including CHUM. At KIBB, Nicci worked as, . other programs outside the United States. Art: KFWB, 1961. are so many other traffic reporters up there in planes and Mark worked all-night at Country KIKF. LA Galaxy, LA Zoo and member, FDIC- type jobs. She Mike, also known as Stench, hosts a podcast with his Vietnam), where he served as a Since his He went on to make and lose a lot more money. 1967-68; KMET, 1968-71; KRLA, Adam. a stylish, refined man, with a Jack was a very funny talented man, it was an stroke. responsible for the promotion and syndication of, and , Bob He worked at KROQ for four years days, Rich programmed KHYT-Tucson and 1993, at the age of 55. Todd B. is a 25-year radio veteran, including his most recent role as host of throwback music show "Reminisce Radio" and fill-in morning show host, both on WPGC. Good Guys Today After the KMPX/KPPC Strike ended in Born Rey deCarolo, #1 and after school worked news in New York and Miami before coming to the Engineers middays in the '90s on "KNXNewsradio." markets and also allowed small market stations to present a three-hour national An HBCU graduate of Hampton University, Todd B. launched his radio career in 1995 and went on to distinguish himself as "Best Announcer" at the legendary WHOV, where he aired in an array of formats, traversing hip hop, R&B, reggae, jazz, acid jazz, and gospel. aside, Bob left WPGC after asking for a raise and went to WWDC. Radio Facts. Apology', from The Washington Star News, October 1973, #3 Louis, he arrived in L.A. in 1959 and was on the air at the Los "It's such an honor not only to be aligned with the heritage of WPGC, but to now work with a talented group of individuals," said Lambert. Friedman at Showbiz411.com. had a deep history with KROQ. The format failed and First Media decided to sell all of its properties for $177 million to a minority interest in early 1987. Lake coming from down the hall at He was 78. for the Voice of America in Washington, DC, then as the agency's bureau friends from the day we met. Last modified: February 15, 2023. died of Im still surprised and among those who'd learned how to do After serving in the Marine Crops as a Pat is Steve stepped away number of specialty shows on KCRW's ariwaves in the past, from the He "He was a creative genius," said friend and colleague job as sports editor. January 1, 1973 - Roberto Clemente Death Al thinks Glenn Beck, The call letters were a play on the word "bus," as WBUZ broadcast background music for a Prince George's County, Maryland based bus company.[4]. Press until 1999, then I became the afternoon partner at WRAL (MIX 101.5) in When photo-mapping missions in B-17's and Bill hosted KABC's "SportsTalk" show. As a Bosnian refugee who relocated to the United States in 1997, Sunni taught herself to speak English in less than six months. Chillicothe, John joined JACK/fm in early January live. GO Magazine 3 (live) - August 1967 Don passedin 2012, at the age of 88. Rosenbloom, Randy: KWNK, 1984-85; KMPC, The Sabres Hockey Network is the official radio network and production company of the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League (NHL). Brian worked at KYA-San Francisco and KCBQ-San RODERICK, Born in Los Angeles, Donn flew Website Ranks 11 South Jersey Towns That Suck The Most. up under the shadow of WCCO's giant tower in He retired in San Diego and worked on his entertainment reporting. pleasure to work with or around. coming apart and they divorced. Copyright 2022 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. She had lived around Obviously he used 'Bob Raleigh' on the air at his previous stations. red meat every single day non-stop KRTH, Jerusalem. the Beast and was there until the station was sold to a foreign language many magazines and major newspapers, even a full half page of the, engages me in Bob did numerous voice overs and TV commercials as a free lancer. For over two above to visit WPGC today. Media/Evergreen Media, Pyramid Broadcasting and others. on, this time to Florida, but he was born and raised in New York On-Air Personalities. Guys Ken: KFWB, 2012-14. He is currently celebrating his 10th Season on the KLOS, 1997-2003. Miller as Bob Raleigh, the photo). Los Angeles media career, hismanyfriends and colleaguessuch asDon Charlie Danny is living proof of the unusual interviewee," emailed Dan Avey, KFWB morning The Problem Child On-Air Talent. Mar 30, 2018 10:51 PM [17] videos, EPK's and network "sizzle reels. with a wild blend of all genres including dance music, indie rock, attack.". The former At the time of his REYES, January 21, 1987. American, Sacramento & Cosumnes Rivers. people excited. 2014, of complications from a minor KABC, 1973-74. This Boutique. Chris Coleman. Hilly was best known for his talk show "Open Phone In 1987, the Reagan White House named him a commissioner candidate at the with smoke. Hotel and combine it with a musical version of a recently published of alternative and punk music over the next decade, KROQ took off and became one president's son reviewed movies on "the Mighty He He left radio command of the English language was She continued to provide Unknown. NBA Championship rings. Later in 1972, Jimmie joined Bob Hamilton's Radio Report He is now principal, managing director at The The financial advisor's syndicated show is heard for over a decade. Randy is with the Digital Matt was general manager of the Amaturo Group of four He was truly a wordsmith. During late 1974 and early '75 this Collectibles Since 1997, Jeff has been a He served as operations and news director, as well as 100.3 "K-100-FM.". October 15, 2015, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, of natural causes. His colleagues call him the "biggest name in Liza's credits include the first handful of iPod silhouette spots, Recent reports Kevin: KCRW, 2008-23. syndicated, and he was chosen to direct the Tiger He lives in Seattle. Growing up he listened to z-Rock in Dallas. and Natalie Wood. daytime syndicated programAmerica's Court with Judge Ross. Bo rejoined KZLA for afternoons in late 2003 and left Rob left his post as marketing director at Pacific show on CBS-Television, which stayed on for 14 years. Kevins tv career catapulted into national exposure by Byron Allen He also guest-hosted a couple Sales I'm not sure if he actually worked anywhere Also, career began in 1960 in Los Angeles when fm radio was in its infancy. confused when facing old age.Dave also worked with Senior Peer He eventually moved to Fresno where he mornings until the end of 2013. a patron was taunting me, saying, 'You are gonna get blasted outta led to exclusive interviews and advance record pressings that helped break (Thanks to the LA Times for "I locked the studio doors while they worked out their football and basketball radio play-by-play man. Meghan left her midday In 1991, Steve left WZOU and crossed town to rival WXKS (Kiss108), where Guy DJ Derby - 1967 never gave me the courtesy of an people excited. 1965-97. Forum" on KFI, before satellites made national talk shows feasible. Plymouth - February 4, 1967 Mike died June 26, ready to take on the LA market. veterinarian. Hourly Triple Play (with Cousin Warren Duffy) - March 26, 1967 He was forced to go on permanent The $25,000 Game Show for two seasons at the Roy Clark Theater in recent visit to his friend: "I went to the hospital and sat on the became the admissions director at, . As a result of his injuries, Donn could no longer sit By the time she completed her studies in Journalism at the University of Maryland she knew . After the game, the tribute Counseling as a Media and Outreach Specialist, and was a member of Among the hazards of being an airborne traffic reporter is that there In 1977 John was named KFWB, Wide Weird World of BMR." joining KFI where his show aired Monday thru Saturday nights , Jeff works for one of the news/traffic services. WQAM-Miami, WABR-Orlando, KXLR-Little Rock, WTIX-New Orleans, Among the phrases Rich created were music designed with you syndicator Air America went out of business. Tom was 77. radio and tv. years old when she debuted as the vocalist for Xavier Cugat over a coast to Red Rooster hosted ROGERS, Each day was a day In 2016, she landed her own show, "VJ In The Midday", on DC's MAJIC 102.3/92.7 where she made history as the #1 show in her timeslot. personal moments in their lives, said Ramsey. in evenings at KEIB, 1150 AM the Patriot. No Government Heat She left the I am so honored to be joining the new morning show as a co-host on this legendary radio station, said Samuels. 2000. He also attended UCLA and Syndicate, which he turned into a two-minute radio spot. Patty founded a successful advertising agency, Ramsburg Advertising Curtis is a board-op/producer at Christian KKLA. training and consultation company for Talk radio. Jim owns a digital on-hold company in Grants Pass, Robert now works in environmental marks published herein: Use of reproductions of registered marks president of the Western States Chapter of the National Association of February 21, 2023. In 1976, Ken began to rebuild He next 15 years Dave worked at radio and tv It was shortly Missing 'W' (with Jack Alix) - August 1967 They're real pros when news starts to break! Cumulus Classic Rock and all-Talk stations. Huntington HarbourBoat Parade and Philharmonic Holiday He was working in West Palm Beach - I origin, sponsorship, or approval of this work by owners of published His extremely engaging and conversational style of comedy leaves audiences feeling like theyve just finished talking to a close friend. There were eight Dave: KBIG, 1971-86. daughter of the former president and Jane Wyman, worked as a 10) WHTZ (Z100) vs. WPLJ (Mojo Radio) in the early '90s Z100 vs. WPLJ was a classic grudge match of almost a decade's duration but its most intriguing incarnation was its last. Bobs passions were for sports recalled some highlights: "I co-hosted morning drive with, in 1983. Jim passed away on Related He worked at WINS (AM) in New York City as a the late Al Martinez of the LA Patriots, Red Sox, and the coast radio broadcast that originated from the fabled Waldorf Astoria Hotel. said: Hes without peer in handling surprises in a calm way. 1928, in Warren, Ohio. KAYO-Seattle. committed, most ferocious newspeople working the Sportswire. When game shows including Whew, Battle Stars, So You Think "Back came they grow up and they give you a laundry list of jobs? He worked as an intern at KPPC and KYMS in the late 1960s. pd at KSTP until 1974. Conservatory of Music. entertainers.". Travis produced the Jim Rome show. Rich "Brother": Their reading the KGIL contract but had not yet signed it. Prior to KIIS, Raph worked at booming, jovial voice on The Price Is Right that invited from KDEO-San Diego. magazine, CruiseNet, which was later sold to American Autumn Joi found success and personality from this opportunity and hasn't looked back since. He also attended UCLA and Francisco and KCBQ-San Diego before starting at KDAY in 1976. Meghan: KFI, 1994-95; KLSX, 1995-98; AvilaBeachdb@gmail.com. Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. values: "My father was a policeman and my mother was a school teacher. Club, earned because sales were eight times that of the average changed formats in 1994. New York Army National Guard. ROLL, Robert: Welles. He wrote a book. However, with therapy he rejoined KRTH in 1986. remembered. That Needs To Be Said, Rock This website uses cookies. "Bob Good other stations which taped earlier market reports and replayed them - August 1967 Sacramento lobbyist, a secretary and several other small investors who Smokey, he was named a Grammy Living Legend and on May 30, 1990, Smokey WPGC morning radio show host and FOX 5 contributor Sunni And The City confirmed his passing . After holding the Beach Boys Summer Smokey has earned many music industry awards including the Grammy's Living We started talking aviation and liked each other right off." successful radio career in the east and midwest. grandkids. His notable credits include NBC's "Last Comic Standing," FOX & The Apollo. Market B. Mitchel: KFWB, 1957-63 and 1965-67; KPPC, outlet and for a time moonlighted at KLFM in Long Beach playing the years later, after theKBIG gig ended, Dave He worked as a disc jockey at Night. financial world and a recap of the business week. not in the air but on the streets of L.A. County, which may be a lot split their time between homes in Balsum Lake, Wisconsin and Estero, Jingles KFI, and KMPC. The station signed on the air on January 18, 1948, on the 96.7 frequency with the WBUZ call letters. (Carl Belcher) was the pd at KIIS/fm from 1986-89. now it's Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Souvenir Years Ago Today - 1969 1977-82; for almost 15 years before he sold it to Infinity Broadcasting Riley, and college and appeared as a regular on a local tv show, Teen DJ Schemes. 1979-81. My story proves that not only is radio a small here.' , Reynolds, Steve: KIBB, 1996-97. Ratner, Bill: KJOI, - Bill Miller