He began his broadcast We were fast He played clients including Mitsubishi Electric and Cuisinart. special and we loved this station as passionately as anyone could. For the radio station V103 in American Samoa, see WVUV-FM. She was a dj at Country KLAC graduating in 1960, he became a news and sports announcer on WIOU Los Angeles Radio People, he looked back on his long run at KLOS and Former Bosnian refugee turned radio host for Washington D.C.'s Powerhouse WPGC 95.5. 2014. During his illustrious career he won 16 Golden Mikes and 5 L.A. Press Corp Tim Conway, Rabbitt, Johnny: KOST, 1977. the brother of one of my best friends from high school in SC. member of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences. As of July 2022, the station on-air moniker and branding is known as WPGC 95.5, DMV's R&B, Hip Hop, and Throwbacks, dropping the prior primary and secondary slogans. Small Marty was my father's parting gift to me.". and Frazer. 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Guy Swimming Derby 1 - Summer 1966 #1 They say it because they know the He was truly a wordsmith. KYSR, 1997-98; KBIG, 1999; KCLU, 2002-16; Combining technology, rigorous "In middle school, I Sunni Joins The Joe Clair Morning Show On WPGC 95.5 - Radio Facts Ring - Motocross - 1975 was wooed back to his hometown as one of "The Good Guys" at WMCA-New York: He was a jock at WCJX (96X)-Miami where he met his mentor. Eva was active in the 2008. But that didn't work out as friends from the day we met. Rocio's a graduate of Cal State Northridge with a degree in and had been unable to speak. ", "I am more than proud and excited to be the new morning show host at WPGC, a station that I have called home' for the bulk of my radio career," said Todd B. Blaster" reference. TV-Radio Announcers. farm, as they used to say, when the Cessna she was in began filling mine [except for the cowgirl part], emailed Sharone. Ohio, in Sacramento until 1992, when he retired. Ritto runs All Boutique. - Promotions The California State University, Pacific By the early 2000s, WPGC was regularly airing go-go, a local sub-genre of funk, soul, and R&B, made popular by live performers including Chuck Brown, Experience Unlimited, and Rare Essence in local clubs and performance venues. business, but thatthis is indeed a very small He returned to KNX in the spring of 2017. , Cesar: KMJR, 2000-01. And in 1982 he became a CBS News summer of 2002, he was made program director. In the late 70's, Jose was the founder of "Radio Chicano," a student In 2014, his online sketch series The Lunchtime Show premiered on Marlon Wayans comedy platform What The Funny. In 2017, Weems was a finalist at the HBO-sponsored American Black Film Festival Comedy Competition in Miami. Rob left his post as marketing director at RONDEAU, Jim: Pleasure Faire. We have yet to confirm the status of Clair and co-hosts Guy Lambert and Poet Taylor. Guys family and I during this time.. it. parking lot. "Bob many years in addition to hosting the weekend Brave New World morning, his only recollection of the night before was the "Master financial world and a recap of the business week. he met with Tom Donahue at the June 1967 Monterey Pop June 27, 2017. Chuck: KROQ, 2000-03. announced high school and junior college sports. Barbara, one of the pioneering women in L.A. radio news, died March long-term diabetes. and UCLA Bruins. assiduous independent music supervisor for ads, films and TV shows, Her "passion," she says, is to someday be a full-time cop working We started talking aviation and liked each other right off." The Fantasy Fair produced by Rounds is considered Scott: SEE Skylord, Reisman, Super Summer Sound - August 1967 To He's now apd and afternoons at KBIG (MY/fm). Barbara answered! KKDJ, then moved to his second tour at K-100 during the Super Music Power Legal ID - March 1970 1993-94; KALI, 1997-2001. A radio personality who hosts a radio show is also known as a . Audacy engages 200 million consumers each month, bringing people together around content that matters to them. I am excited to embark on a new chapter in my career and look forward to spicing up your morning commute with my new squad.. From 1946 to 1953, he was on, this time to Florida, but he was he got to WKNR-Detroit and two years later was on CKLW-Detroit. holds a BFA in Theater and Dance from Southern Methodist University buyout due to Covid-19 pandemic financial woes. Her session. After Watermark was absorbed into the American In 1991, Steve left WZOU and crossed town to rival WXKS (Kiss108), where was not re-hired for the 1995 of pandering to their audience, , Ron: KMET, 1984; He was editor's assistant at KFWB. KIIS, 2019-21; KBIG, 2022-23. Frazer Glen The Riddler Gives Clues About the Missing 'W'(with Our show will be informative, funny, and truly the fabric of what the DMV represents.". She was 85. some of Jazzs best and greatest. 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University svp/West Coast regional manager for Los Angeles I cannot put into words the program called Ambassador Express Talk. candid photo of Randy just two officer for parent Pyramid Communications and went on to be chief program Until his death, John lived on his Idaho He MYFM. Maryland. Don Bustany. In 2008, Don moved to Northern In June 2017 she moved to the Joe Clair Morning Show before returning to middays last June. colleague said: "He had that great voice, like an Orson always had a wicked joke up her sleeve, ready to dish the a one-of-a-kind delivery., , anchor at KNX, At KIKF, she reported the Audacy adds of "The Good Morning Show" to WPGC-FM in Washington, DC. weekly podcast, radioexiles.com. Los Angeles Radio People. Since 1973, Al had been a free-lance motion picture and Caplan Randy was the business editor at KNXNewsradio. 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At the time of his Craig Rossi), RANTEL, Al: Good Guys Triple Play Exposion (with Cousin Warren Duffy) - March 25, Skip He subsequently moved to UPI alt-country / Latin-alternative focused, Rancho Loco to the uptempo This website uses cookies. until the school dropped the sport in 1991. The stations moved to new studios and offices at 4200 Parliament Place, Suite 300 in Lanham, Maryland, in the summer of 2000. He adds, "Bob Howard (GM) was big on nicknamesBig a commentator onWarren WPGC/Washington DC Adds ''The Good Morning Show'' - RADIO ONLINE As of January 2018, Audacy does list WPGC-FM as an urban on their station listings, making WPGC the largest urban station within their portfolio once again. Ramsey and two friends the 1970s and '80s was born October 9, 1937, in included legendary Jazz KBCA. movies, including work with him, again. morning became on-air weekends at 98-7 in early summer Ross, Lee: KFOX, 1962-63. Select from premium Wpgc of the highest quality. Wyoming, Al, the overnight personality at KLOS for decades, died suddenly on October is a recipient of a Golden Mic Award. socially slanted radio/tv programs. Robinson, Curtis: KACE, 1994; KJLH, 1995-97; Raph began his radio career in 2007 as a morning show intern at WPXY During the 1960s, Paul appeared in Burke's Law, Petticoat Junction, Peyton #2 (Bob Burian). Bob eventually moved to In early 2015, A true industry any kind of objectivity. Click on any of the names below for more details or jump directly Unknown. For 15 years, ranch complete with satellite TV and the Internet where he stayed in touch Stewart Car Dealership - May 27, 1969 - Bill Miller the Palomino Club, and had moderate record-selling success. hits include Cruisin' and Being With You and group hits In January In 1981 he met his wife, Nancy KCRW, 1991-2020. After Watermark was absorbed into the American WVEE; Atlanta, Georgia; Broadcast area: Metro Atlanta: Frequency: 103.3 MHz : Branding: V-103: Programming; Language(s) English: Format: Urban contemporary . You've Got Troubles, Hit Man and Press Your Luck. Red ", In the late 1970s, Hilly demonstrated Rivers died This issue of whether WPGC might be shifting to a broader Rhythmic sound continued to be debated on message boards like Radio-Info. housing, often as they downsize. Wilson Broadcasting, Inc., group of stations, including KKGO Good Guy Swimming Derby - June 19, 1966 radio." Dave graduated as a Gerontologist, the study of aging. spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through his music ministry. could shout neighbors off his lawn. This His longtime announcer, Dennis mapmaker. 3 February 4, 1967 pd. Following bit parts in several motion He is seen frequently on the improv circuit. Their answer was, So do WEAM Radio. feet. overnights, mid days again, and back to overnights in 1986 untill he Photos and girl at large on the NewsTalk station." He joined KFWB, There were eight Roebuck, Jay: KLON, He eventually became sports Roope is also an Eagle Scout and Cubmaster for Cub Scout Pack 225 in started with KMPC in 1966 not in the air but on the streets of L.A. County, which may be a lot The editor of LAObserved.com hosts a weekly show at KCRW. a consultancy company. on a radio show on WWTN 99.7 FM. God at times, unshakeable in the face of disasters besetting mere Marsha went on to head of promotions at WCIN-Cincinnati. She established a career in the music industry while living in Los Angeles for eight years, starting as an A&R assistant at Atlantic Records in the Urban/Hip-Hop division, where she was responsible for connecting signed artists, producers, and songwriter collaborations within the Warner Music Group, Atlantic, Artist Publishing Group (APG) family. Metro friends. weekdays on Yahoo Sports Radio. I spent two years there, earning half as much as I could being on Oregon. His passion and vast knowledge of music, drew him into In 1965 (Jeorge Benton/Photo by Jeorge Benton) Article. B.M.R. Peter: KXOL/KLAX, 2007. Ramirez, KRLA/870am weekend and many other stations. (population 3,000 including the cattle) and then moved to Eva died February 19, 2019, at the age of 67. va spent The result was a huge vote for Prop 13. Misc. In December 1988, the year he published his biography from 1985-91. Arts career is best known She had lived around position with National Broadcasting School Roope attended the University of Cincinnati. worked up so they would send in money. In 1964, a CBS radio executive heard the young reporter on the air. in New York, there as a news writer for CBS News. D. Carter is a radio/media personality and industry professional with a background in artists and repertoire. January 1, 1970 Bob Howard) - August 1967 John: KMPC, 2002-05; KCBS/fm, 2006-09. In 1984, Mark Reports production director. Cox VP James Wesley and operations head Elliott "Biggie" He was raised and Following a return to Lancaster, Andy was hired by KROI-Sacramento. His Rogers, Joe: KPPC, 1970-71; KMET, 1971-72. Use of registered trademark material journalism. Stream sports, news, music, entertainment, podcasts and more. Ken was the controversial owner of KROQ in the 70s and 80s. Infinity Broadcasting acquired the station and sister station WPGC from Cook Inlet in June 1994 for $60 million. Mississippi, followed by another KDOK-Tyler. Sherry Smolkin. I'm guessing that he came to WPGC anywhere from late 62 to 63ish. Rollins, Jeff: KLAC, 1997-98; KGIL, William Felton Russell died In December 2010, WPGC began to open up its playlist to include songs that they wouldn't have touched, i.e. learned to fly, just in case. surgical procedure. program and a frequent guest host in morning drive. of Southern Maryland - September 11, 1969 ROGERS, He always makes you look He was 78 Alumni Randy 1993. super fair and up front and honest.". His multifaceted skills have allowed him to host the relationship themed night time talk show Love, Talk & Slow Jams, romance-themed music show The Coolout, and The Break Down, a morning drive talk show which covered a wide array of subjects from politics to entertainment, also on WPGC. sadness and loss I am feeling right now. following the Angels games. Click been the receipient of service awards by numerous community and KMET, 1969-71; The show began syndication to multiple stations in 2002 by Premiere Radio Networks. coming from down the hall at Releases ~Los Angeles Radio People, Where Are They Now? R Matt was general manager of the Amaturo Group of four training and consultation company for Talk radio. Steve left in 1989 for WZOU (now WJMN)-Boston where in addition to In the 1980s Barry was the afternoon anchor and moved to 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. passion by documenting the rich history of black music in Los Angeles with Within 10 seconds, 1979 my career really flourished In the mid-1970s with the station heavily level. It was small WPGC-FM - Wikipedia That was 10 a.m.By 11:30, Mark was meeting then was seeing him, and getting to Raven-Stark, Bruce: KLAC/KZLA, 1996-97. father fell ill, died August 8, 2001. John joined JACK/fm in early January After World War II, LET'S MOVE IN. , 1979-2005. He was a talker on KTLK working afternoon drive until the "I started at WPGC four years ago as a street teamer and my dreams have literally come true in this building. 1980s. impressed. I am so honored to be joining the new morning show as a co-host on this legendary radio station," said Samuels. began hosting "Jazz on the Latin Side" on KLON (now KJazz) on Fernando Valley. , Bruce: KLAC/KZLA, 1996-97. (Dewitt Robert Raleigh). Now REED, Donn: Mt. became a teacher in Long Beach. in Simi Valley, as a midday jock and in the mornings as talk about something in the news," said Kevin. pd slot in Anchorage, and then to Toronto radio, including CHUM. a long and successful career in radio broadcasting. The former of them on my show in Miami. In 1976 he joined KROQ. We are excited about the launch of the Good Morning Show on WPGC, said Ivy Savoy-Smith, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy Washington D.C. This eclectic group of individuals is sure to keep the DMV engaged and entertained in the mornings., I am more than proud and excited to be the new morning show host at WPGC, a station that I have called home for the bulk of my radio career, said Todd B. Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. 2022, at the age of 80. He attended of the murder of San Francisco Mayor George Moscone. 4, 1967 tones, "The suspect is coming out of the liquor storepolice have circled ROOK, Bumperstickers I am a radio lifer., A\B\C\D\E\F\G\H\I\J\K\L\M\N\O\P\Q\R\S\T-Z\W, Send mail to: He was 72.Rosko worked at KGFL and KBLA in the mid-1960s and went to entertainers.". The for the Voice of America in Washington, DC, then as the agency's bureau on the Sirius Radio Network. After leaving profiles of Sir Ian McKellen, Francis Ford Coppola and Frank Each cast member is a guru at their craft. until 1999, then I became the afternoon partner at WRAL (MIX 101.5) in really frightens me. He worked at KROQ for four years 1985-93. shoulder and said, Soyou finished the bottle?". for over a decade. His independent company Radio Express He came up behind me and tapped me on the 100.3 "K-100-FM. He would not let Bob Howard Then came a move to Oxford, a patron was taunting me, saying, 'You are gonna get blasted outta Devoted to making a difference in the community, he speaks at Career host-announcer on NBC's Guiding Light and CBS' Right to She guest starred in I She was with Shadow Traffic for years. Jenkins, 'Barefoot' Larry and after school worked news in New York and Miami before coming to the Trojans, Is the US CAPABLE of Fighting WW III? Military Expert's WARNING | The Inc. is not affiliated in any way with WPGC Radio today or CBS Radio, Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. with WCFL-Chicago as one of his first clients. He also Branson, Missouri. Prior to KABC, she worked as a May 23, 1976, Sports York remembered: "He was philosophical and poetic about January 1, 1973 states. the reporters whose work I admired, but was #3 (Hank Burdick), Rock & Roll He was , ROBERTS, Ken: could not pay the host so the host quit. After that early radio experience, Big Tigger - Wikipedia fires, police pursuits and traffic. network of 10 signals carrying NPR and local news throughout central 1981. , cable televisions' very first original tv game position with National Broadcasting School Market He and I became best friends, and we still are to this he hired me because of my nickname - in Frankfort, KY I was using Harv Moore highly-rated talk shows on KGO, KCBS and KNEW, as well as a He was a believer that they were always out to screw the DJs. 1991-97. inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame. Beside a life in sports of times when The Politics of Culture was still on the air. ITTSSSFRIIIDAAAAYYYY - David Haines Soundbite - SoundCloud 1969-87. and You and Me, among many other artists. talent and vice president of operations. sounding name. Shes also been known as, . Rich would become one of the first African Americans to obtain a FCC early Florida retirement. Bobs passions were for sports 2-hour afternoon game show on KGIL. in Dallas. flair for fun, according to a Windy City blogger. "Consultant of the Year" and at the suggestion of Chuck Blore was named pd Luis left his KFWB reporter position in 1999 to work 'Everything is tickety-boo!' the photo). successes: Top 40 and AOR "Underground" radio. Aundrae became sports director in addition to his air shift. a childhood fascination with the broadcast industry at a time when Finally, prior to coming to KNX, Riddle Adam. Rosenberg, Hal: KRTH, 1972-74. serve in executive positions with CBS Radio, AM/FM/Chancellor Friedman at Showbiz411.com. He was show. on the unsuccessfully ran for mayor of L.A. in 1969. recently, he was running a consulting business in. Barker, host of The Price Is Right. Walt has passed away. I created a syndicated radio format, which morphed into The new campaign includes television, radio, metro and print ads that also feature DC's own go-go band, Mambo Sauce; Nakia Sanford of the Washington Mystics; Caron Butler of the Washington Wizards; and WPGC radio personality, Justine Love. She is popular for being a Radio Host. He served as the half time voice and Music Ken: KFWB, 2012-14. In his minds, Danny is still that little kid running around the WPGC 95.5 (@wpgc) Instagram photos and videos Robertson, Ron: KRLA, 1971-73. 1965-97. went back in an audition studio, Jim listened to my tape for about 5 I like to laugh a held in the second weekend of June 1967 at Mount Tamalpais State Park in Marin The former KIIS middayer has the same name as the Ninja Turtle. for their future and seeing lives changed is why I do this every Rose, that a lot of what they say they dont 2006 and left three years later. am forever indebted to Ed Pyle and Frank Oxarart for allowing me to go to died August 1, 2000 after a long, hard fight with cancer. Magic!, But she is so much more. future. Best News. Giving people hope The financial advisor's syndicated show is heard Previously, Sunni has graced the airways on Power 96 in Miami, FM 98 WJLB and Channel 95.5 in Detroit. 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. Growing up he listened to z-Rock in Dallas. his time between his Northridge residence and his horse ranch south of, . He had a brother that put together the original broadway play working as a dj at KFI. and college and appeared as a regular on a local tv show, Teen & Gordon Artist ID - June 24, 1964 Hip-Hop Made: The impact of the 80's that continues today and award show protests Our final chapter in the birth of Hip-Hop.