All Things Radio

Remembering WCFL

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:49:14 -0400

Remembering Wish Am and More

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:47:43 -0500

Oldies and Old time Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:57:20 -0500

The Teletype is Back

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:55:43 -0500

Des moines Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:54:23 -0500

The Future of Baseball on Television

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:47:40 -0500

Remembering Terry Boers

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:50:35 -0500

Remembering WLS AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:40:25 -0500

AI DJ Here we Go

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:40:52 -0500

What is AM Radio's Future

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:53:15 -0500

Christmas 1960 from WMCA

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:47:26 -0500

Soundtrack of the 60s

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:08:47 -0500

The Buzzard Broadcasting Network

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:49:08 -0500

ARTISTS TRYING TO MAKE RADIO RELEVANT

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:07:29 -0500

Remembering the CAR that drives Detroit

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:50:04 -0500

Remembering Lee Sherwood From WQAM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:58:37 -0500

The WNBC Time Machine

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:52:42 -0400

Memories of the World Series on the Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:56:45 -0400

What is your favorite Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:45:09 -0400

Flying High in Dayton Ohio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:52:27 -0400

WABC FM LOVE FORMAT

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:49:20 -0400

Captain Wammo On the Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:56:42 -0400

How to Listen to Sports on Various Platforms

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 19:53:58 -0400

Remembering Kevin Harlan

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:50:33 -0400

Hello Milwaukee

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:54:34 -0400

Remembering Ken Myers and Garry Burbank

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 20:27:32 -0400

WOWO Remembered

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 20:01:55 -0400

Remembering WWDJ AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:46:19 -0400

What Is Radio?

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:11:07 -0400

Remembering KTWV FM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:57:53 -0400

The History of KHJ AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 20:00:12 -0400

Remembering Bill Ballance

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:03:59 -0400

Remembering Boss Radio From 1965

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:10:25 -0400

Paying Tribute to the Inventor of FM Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:57:44 -0400

Orlando Florida Market Scope

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:57:01 -0400

Remembering the Big APE

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:52:57 -0400

Memories of Bobby Ocean

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 May 2025 19:51:34 -0400

In radio news, National Public Radio fights back. There is lots of news on the street, and of course those Personal People meter ratings. Next your calls and feedback, followed by those call letter and format changes. Steve Bower talks about AI and Youtube Music. Next a brief listen to WAKY AM from Louisville Ky. Our classic aircheck profiles the work of Bobby Ocean. Finally our featured station takes us to Philadelphia PA and WOGL FM throwback weekend.

Disco Rides Again

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 May 2025 21:34:04 -0400

Economic Challenges Hit The Radio Industry

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 May 2025 20:19:32 -0400

Traveling to Des Moin

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 May 2025 20:08:37 -0400

One Radio Station Two Personalities

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 May 2025 20:12:51 -0400

Remembering Wink Martindale

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:28:36 -0400

In radio news, Cumulus shuts down multiple 24-7 formats, causing stations to scramble to find new formats. There is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings for March. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a radio perspective from Steve Bauer. Next an aircheck of Wink Martindale on KFWB AM from 1965. Finally our featured takes us to Sioux Falls Sd and the Westwood1 contemporary format. Finally we travel to New York City and hear WABC AM and there new talk format in 1982.

Remembering Wins

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:50:30 -0400

The Lite Rock Format

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:15:05 -0400

Remembering the Hot hits format

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:17:21 -0400

In radio news, the pain continues with more stations shutting down. We have lots of news on the street. Finally we continue our look at the February Personal People Meter Ratings. Next an aircheck of KITS FM from San Francisco California with the Hot Hits format. We have a treat radio jingles for radio station KGFJ in Los angeles California from 1964. Finally our featured station is WPTQ FM from Glasgow Kentucky with their classic rock format

Remembering Jackson Armstrong

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 20:52:02 -0400

15 Years and Still Going Strong

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:16:58 -0400

In radio news, Townsquare and Cumulus shutdown radio stations that are under performing. There is lots of news on the street. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next a feature on Shotgun Tom Kelly. Our classic aircheck is WXLW AM from Indianapolis, and a look back at what we were doing in 2013. Finally our featured station is KMEE FM ME TV from California.

Remembering Wing AM from Dayton Ohio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:52:41 -0400

In radio news, major job cuts hit Audacy. There is lots of news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the January Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be follow by a look at Wing AM on their 65th anniversary. Our classic Aircheck is Jerry Kay from WING AM from August 9th 1966. Finally we travel to Columbus Ohio and hear WJKR FM with their classic country format.

Classic Hits and Classic Rock

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:01:12 -0500

Swinging Radio England

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:10:56 -0500

In radio news, the FCC is looking in to how Iheart handles artist compensation for live events. There is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next, Steve Bower and a look at classical music on California radio. Bill takes a look at early radio in Cleveland Ohio. Our classic aircheck is Gary Stevens on Swinging Radio England on Oct. 15, 1966. Finally we travel to Spokane Washington and hear classic hits on radio station Keyf fm.

The Software Defined Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:53:04 -0500

In radio news, the format that wasn't. Lots of news on the street. Next those call letter and format changes. This is followed up by a feature on John Landecker, and I present a feature on software defined radios. Our classic aircheck is Charlie O'donnel on Krla from 1966. Finally our featured station is Ktnk from Lompock CaLifornia

It's Jack FM Time

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:12:22 -0500

This weeks radio news includes the FCC and First Ammendment rights. There is lots of news on the street. Finally we conclude our look at the Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature produced by Bower on Trump Country. Next Bill Sparks presents an aircheck of Ron Lundy from WIL AM from St. Louis from 1962. We also have another classic aircheck of Paul Evans on radio station KYMN from Northfield MN from Feb. 10th 1973. Finally we travel to Baltimore Md and Jack fm WQSR FM from Baltimore

Remembering The Beatles

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:21:27 -0500

In radio news, the FCC investigates Public Radio and TV for broadcasting commercials. David steps down from Audacy. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by a tribute to Cousin Brucie. This will be followed by a memory of the day the World Trade Center was destroyed on 911. Our classic Aircheck remembers the Beatles arrival to New York City in 1964, and finally our featured station takes us to Bangor ME and radio station WKIT FM.

A Buffalo Radio Perspective

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 19:42:52 -0500

In radio news the FCC investicates television stations, lots of news on the street, and those holiday personal people meter ratings. Next Call letter and format changes, and a bit of radio news from Steve Bauer. This will be followed by a Buffalo radio perspective, Our classic aircheck is Bob green from WQAM in 1963, and we listen to the beach from St. Augustine.

Changes at the FCC

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:57:43 -0500

In radio news, changes will be made at the FCC. There is lots of executive action and lots of news on the street. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on the effect of the wild fires in Los Angeles California. Next Bill continues his look at WHAS AM at 100 years. Our classic aircheck is Steve Clark at WOR FM from 1968 and our featured station is the new bilingual radio station in New York City.

High Energy Top40 Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:03:00 -0500

In radio news New York gains a bilingual radio station, and ESPN national makes on air changes. We also have lots of news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. Next a tribute to WHAS AM and their helicopter traffic reporter. Our classic aircheck is WNDE AM from 1976, and our featured station is KCKC from Kansas City Mo with their variety hits format.

Remembering Bob Collins on WGN AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:16:17 -0500

1968 End of The Year Countdown

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:20:08 -0500

In radio news it is all about what is happening on the street. This will be followed up by those call letter and format changes. Next part 2 of WGN at 100 years old. This weeks classic aircheck is Dave Diamond counting down the top 100 hits of the year 1968. Finally we feature Yacht Rock Radio.

Radio from the Windy City

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:23:36 -0500

In radio news, it is all about what is happening on the street. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next a look back at WGN AM at 100 years. Our classic aircheck is Dick and Doug on WCFL AM from July of 1975. Finally our featured station is CHPQ FM the Lounge from British Columbia.

Remembering Blake Lindsay

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:09:09 -0500

In radio news, Spanish Broadcasting and Mediaco report on financials for the third quarter of 2024. There is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at those personal people meter ratings. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by a tribute to the late Blake Linddsay. Our classic aircheck is Arny Ginsburg from WMEX AM from Boston MA in 1965. finally we visit the classic rock channel from Iheart Radio.

Remembering WDAIn AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:21:59 -0500

In radio news, layoffs hit Cumulus, and lots of news on the street. This is followed by those call letter and format changes. Next a feature on the history of radio station WDAI AM from Memphis Tn. Our classic aircheck is WYRE AM from Annapolis Md from 1973, and finally we feature radio station WPBB FM from Tampa Florida

Green Onions Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:57:24 -0500

In radio news, more major radio groups report their third quarter revenue results. Cumulus and Iheart continue to layoff employees. we have news on the street, and we conclude our look at the October Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by an aircheck of Todd Parker on KNX FM from 1983. Our featured station is Green Onions Radio with their classic soul format.

Let the Layoffs Begin

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:50:34 -0500

Hello San Antonio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 20:03:26 -0400

In radio news, a pair of new spanish radio stations hits New York City. There is lots of news on the street. Finally we begin our look at those October Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by the call letter and format changes. Next up a the future of AM radio. Our classic aircheck is WABC AM and Dan Ingram from Nov. 4th 1961. Finally we visit San antonio Texas and radio station KONO FM with their classic hits format.

Helicopter crashes into a radio tower

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:56:00 -0400

In radio news a helicopter crashes into a radio tower killing four people. We also have lots of news on the street. This will be followed up by those call and formatchanges. Next Bill presents a band scan of Kansas City Mo AM radio stations. Our classic aircheck is WLS AM from October of 1972. Finally in our featured station we listen to oldies as heard on the Oasis serving Cincinnati and Dayton Ohio.

Remembering JJ Jeffrey

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:18:00 -0400

In radio news, Spanish Broadcasting unveils a new format for its hd2 sub channels. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at Personal People Meter Ratings. Our Classic aircheck pays tribute to the late JJ Jeffreys at WRKO AM from Boston in 1967. Finally our featured station takes us to Los Angeles and go country gold KKGO AM.

Stations that still play oldies

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 19:51:09 -0400

In radio news we finally know the cause of the Ace and TJ show break up. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those personal people meter ratings. Our classic aircheck is Robin Young from WBZ AM from december 1, 1974. Finally we get to hear an oldies radio station that plays music from the 1960s and 1970s.

Remembering KAAY AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:51:30 -0400

In radio news, Audacy emerges from Bankruptcy. A new sports talk station arrives in San Francisco California. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at those Personal People Meter ratings. This weeks classic aircheck is KAAY AM from Little Rock Arkansas with Phil North from May 18th 1971. Our featured station is KKPT FM also from Little Rock Arkansas with their Classic Rock format.

Remembering Chuck Dunaway

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:01:06 -0400

In radio news, The ACE and TJ show comes to an end with the fireing of ACE. Job cuts hit WTOP FM. We let you know what is happening on the street, and we conclude our look at the Personal People Meter Ratings for August. Next Bill presents an aircheck of Chuck Dunaway from WKYC AM in Cleveland Ohio. Our classic aircheck is Ted Richards from CKLW AM in June First 1974. Finally our featured station is Shuffle Radio from Peoria Il.

Challenges continue to effect the radio industry

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:27:15 -0400

In radio news, job cuts hit New York City Public Radio. A new morning show hits the airwaves at radio station WKTU FM in NYC. We have lots of news on the street. Finally we continue our look at the August Personal People Meter Ratings. This weeks classic aircheck is Johnny Hayes at radio station KRLA AM from Los Angeles in July of 1986 reviewing the top songs of July 1st 1986. Finally our featured station is radio station KLOS FM in Los Angeles.

Hello Emma

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:43:13 -0400

In radio news, Emma moves in to Seattle, and there are further job cuts at KLOS FM. We also have lots of news on the street. Finally we begin our look at those personal People Meter Ratings. Next we travel to Columbus Ohio and hear radio station WTVN AM from 1968. Our classic aircheck is Jeff Fox on WPEN AM from Jan. 15th 1978. Finally our featured station is KSWD FM Emma with a variety hits format.

So Long WBOS FM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:34:14 -0400

In radio news, a popup station hits the airwaves in New York City. KONO AM in San Antonio changes to Bloomberg Business Radio. We let you know what is happening on the street. Next a feature on sports from WWWE AM in Cleveland Ohio. Our classic aircheck presents WBZ AM Greece weekend from 1976. Finally our featured station is WBOS FM as the say so long to their rock format.

Hello ESPN New York

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:51:07 -0400

In radio news, the end of WCBS AM brings ESPN to the AM band. Beasley Media is the next radio company experiencing financial difficulties. We have news on the street. This weeks featured segment presents the end of WCBS AM. Our classic aircheck is WAVZ AMfrom New Haven CT and Rusty Pots from May 30th 1969. Finally our featured station is WQFM from Scranton Pa with their classic hits format.

It was just a Business Dicision

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:56:24 -0400

In radio news, WBOS FM in Boston changes to Blumberg business. CHML in Hamilton Ontario abruptly signsoff. We have news on the street, and conclude our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Bill has a feature with Mike Garlic talking football. Our classic aircheck is Larry Lujack on WCFL from April of 1973. Finally in our featured station we listen to Martha Quin on KOSF FM from San Francisco.

Farewell to WCBS FM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:22:00 -0400

In radio news, the end of a New York City all news radio is near. More major radio groups report their second quarter revenue results. We let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we continue our look at the July Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Bill Sparks takes a look back at the BBC at 100 years old in #2022. Our classic aircheck takes us back to July 11,1987 and WCBS FM with Dean Anthony. Finally we travel to Benton Harbor Mi, and radio station WQLQ with their classic alternative format.

Remembering KSL AM continued

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 19:55:45 -0400

In radio news, major radio groups begin to report on their second quarter revenue results. There is news on the street, and we begin our look at those personal people meter ratings for July. Next, part two of KSL AM hundreth birthday celebration. This weeks classic aircheck is KNAK AM from June 27, 1970. Finally we feature KRSP FM and their classic rock format.

Remembering Tom Kent and Radio Station KSL AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:21:15 -0400

In radio news, could a new spanish station be headed to Austin Texas? WWJ AM hires two new full time news reporters. There is lots of news on the street. Finally we conclude our look at those June Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents us with a look at hundreth anniversary of radio station KSL AM from Salt Lake City Utah. Our classic aircheck remembers the late Tom Kent with Hall of Fame from Coast to Coast from 2004. Finally we remember the 70s on the Internet radio station That 70s Channel.

Remembering Jackson Armstrong

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 20:20:55 -0400

In radio news, economic conditions effect a radio group. Three new spanish brands for Cleveland Miami and New York. Plus lots of news on the street and our continued look at those personal people meter ratings. This will be followed up by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill presents a feature on the hundreth anniversary of radio station WGN AM. Our classic aircheck is jJack Armstrong at radio station WIXY AM from Cleveland on Oct. 22, 1966. Finally this weeks featured station is KMXP FM from Phoenix with their classic alternative format.

Remembering Jim Scott

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 20:10:35 -0400

In radio news, it's all about the state of the radio industry, news on the street, and June Personal People Meeting Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. Bill presents an aircheck of WIFE AM in Indianapolis from May 25th, 1980. Our classic aircheck remembers the late Jim Scott in a station profile of WSAI AM from the summer of 1971. Finally our featured station is WHUD FM Peekskill New York.

Lets visit the Arch in St. Louis

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:57:43 -0400

This week in radio news, the radio industry continues the feel the ecconomic challenges faced by a declining ecconomy. There is lots of buzz on the street, and we finish up our look at the June Personal People Meter ratings. Next up, those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on Mike North 30 years of score stories. This weeks classic aircheck is WCFL AM from Chicago from June 6th 1974. Finally our featured station is radio station WARH FM from St. Louis.

Remembering Two Sports Icons

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 19:49:22 -0400

In radio news, yet another company is hit with layoffs. Liberty Media and Sirius Satelite radio will murge with some changes to the murger agreement. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes, followed by feature segments on the Willie Mayse and Jerry West. Our classic aircheck is Ron O'brien from WCAR AM from Detroit on Dec. 31, 1971. Finally our featured station lets us here the doctor of rock on WLLZ FM from Detroit.

A Tribute to Pat Sajak

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:27:43 -0400

In radio news, Urban one reports their first quarter earnings. Lineup changes hit WLS AM from Chicago Il. We have news on the street, and we begin our look at the May Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, those call letter and format changes, and this will be followed by Bill Sparks review of last weeks radio. Our classic aircheck is Pat Sajak from WSM AM from Dec. 1st, 1975. Finally our featured station is Werv FM serving the suburbs of Chicago Il.

Remembering John Wesley Harding

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:57:20 -0400

In radio news, we know who are the top ten performing radio groups. Spanish broadcasting system provides us with their fourth quarter results for 2023. Finally there is lots of news on the street. Next those important call letter and format changes. Our classic aircheck remembers the late John Harding from WIBG AM in Philadelphia from 1972. Finally our featured station is the Time Machine Classic Hits an Internet station replicating the sound of the WNBC AM Time Machine from the 1980s.

Remembering WWDJ AM in 1971

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 May 2024 19:51:08 -0400

In radio news, layoffs continue to plague the radio industry. There is lots of news on the street, and we will conclude our look at those personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a review of two reasonably priced portable radios. Our classic aircheck is WWDJ AM counting the top 100 of 1968. Finally in our featured station segment we hear WWFW FM with their 80s 90s classic hits format.

Remembering Sid Collins and Dick Summer

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 May 2024 19:37:04 -0400

In radio news, a new morning show hits the airwaves in Boston Ma. What were the top billing radio stations in 2023? There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks presents a feature on the late Sid Collins. Our classic aircheck is Dick Summer on WBZ Radio from August of 1964. Finally our featured station takes us to Stowe Vermont and radio station WCVT FM.

Can Radio Be saved

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 May 2024 19:47:46 -0400

changes, followed by a review of two digital FM radios. Our classic aircheck is Lee Sims from Krla AM in 1970. Finally our featured station takes us to Wichitaw Kansas and KVWF FM with their country format called the twister.

Radio Continues to be economically Challenged

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 May 2024 20:29:08 -0400

In radio news, major radio groups begin to provide their first quarter results. Layoffs hit more radio groups. We have lots of news on the street. Next those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a review of a new Internet Radio. Our classic radio takes us to Detroit and Gary Burbank on CKLW in 1974. Finally our featured station takes us to Miami, and radio station WSHE FM with there 90s and 2000s classic hits format.

The Eagle Flies in Dallas

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 May 2024 19:52:19 -0400

In radio news, we are beginning to findout the names of the people who have been laid off by Audacy. Format changes hit Dallas and Phoenix. We also have lots of news on the street. Finally we conclude our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those all important Call Letter and format changes. Next we continue remembering Tim Hendol with a review of a talking Portable radio. Finally we travel to Providence Ri, and hear Giovanni as he retires from the radio station after 50 years.

Remembering Tim Hendle

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:06:53 -0400

In radio news, the noncompete clause in most contracts is eliminated. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a market from podcast 20. Next a tribute to the late Tim Hendle. Our classic aircheck is CFCF AM from Montreal from Feb. 27th 1974. Finally our featured station is WKJY FM from Long Island.

Artificial Inteligence

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 19:27:53 -0400

In radio news, it is all about artificial inteligence. We have lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the March Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by John Sturling talking about his retirement from the New York Yankees after 36 years as their sports announcer. Our classic aircheck takes us to San Francisco and radio KYA AM from 1970. finally our featured station presents WREB AM from Greencastle Indiana with their classic rock format.

College Basketball in Kentucky

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 19:48:42 -0400

In radio news, the CBS SPorts brand gets a name change. Could Audacy and Cumulus murge? We hear about more layoffs at Iheart Media. There is lots of news on the Street. Next bill will present some college sports from Louisville Kentucky. This weeks classic aircheck is WJJD AM from March 13th 1972 and radio announcer Roy Stingley. Finally our featured station segment lets us hear the two new country stations in Seattle Washington.

Remembering Jim White from KMOX AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 19:42:05 -0400

In radio news, the FCC lays out the rules for booster signals. A media company is in danger of going out of business. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at those Personal People Meter ratings. Next up Bill will present a feature on the late radio talk show host Jim White. This weeks classic is radio station WTIC FM from Hartford CT and their Hot Hits format from 1978. Finally, we conclude things with a visit to Portland ME and radio station WBLM FM.

Looking back at the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster in 1986

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:47:20 -0400

In radio news, we take a look at what is happening with the world of christian broadcasting. There is more fallout from those ongoing Iheart Media layoffs. We let you know what is happeningon the street, and continue our look at those all important Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. In Bill's feature we remember the space shuttle Challenger disaster of Jan. 28, 1986. Our classic aircheck takes us to Hartford Ct. and legendary station WDRC AM and Dick Robinson from Oct. 21, 1965 and we hear a bit of Live from The 60's hosted by the real Don Steele. Finally our featured station takes us to Long Island and 1031 the Wolf with their new country format..

Marissa on the Radio, and Memories of John Madden

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:53:16 -0400

In radio news, Townsquare provides us with their fourth quarter revenue results. Audacy submts a plan concerning their bankruptsy to the FCC for approval. Job cutbacks hit Iheart Media once again. There is lots of news on the street. Finally we begin our look at the February Personal People Meter ratings. Next, those all important call letter and format changes. Our special feature remembers the late John John Madden and is work at KCBS AM from Loss Angeles. Our classic aircheck takes us to New York City and Bob Louis from WABC AM from February 7th 1964. Finally our featured station salutes the work of Marissa On The Radio and her voice tracking skills.

The future of radio from another Perspective

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:08:56 -0400

In radio news, Audacy gives us a sneek preview on their first quarter performance as they exit bankruptsy. Saga also provides us with their fourth quarter revenue results. Plus there is lots of news on the street. Next calls and feedback followed by those call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will present a feature hosted by Ellis Feaster a Youtube contributor. Our classic aircheck is taking us back to 1989 with a look at Kid Kelley through various airchecks. Finally our featured stations takes us to Portland Oregon and KRSK FM with their variety format, and Bob Bitners Memorys station.

This week it is all about Retroradio and Heil Microphones

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:54:46 -0500

In radio news, two more radio groups report their fourth quarter revenue results. WFME AM in New York City signsoff the air. We have lots of news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the January Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on the life of Bob Heil who redefined the microphone with his innovations. Our classic aircheck pays tribute to the late Walt Kramer with one of his Retroradio broadcasts, and our featured station lets us hear Walmart Radio.

Love those Border Blasters

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:09:02 -0500

In radio news, Cumulus reports their fourth quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at the January Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks presents a feature on the 65th anniversary of WBBM AM. My classic aircheck is XEROCK from Juares Mexico and finally our featured station is Boom Lite from the United Kingdom.

WLS AM and WIXY remembered

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 20:00:29 -0500

In radio news, Audacy Bankruptcy is approved by the dcourt, and a radio owner is sentenced for tax evasion. There is lots of news on the street and we will begin our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer wil come along with those call letter and format changes. Bill takes us to Indianapolis and radio station WFBM from 1970, and he presents an aircheck of Jim LabrBara jocking at a 1988 WIXY reunion. Our classic aircheck takes us to Chicago and radio station WLS AM and Joel Sabastion from Feb. 2nd 1972. Finally our featured station is an aircheck of radio station WFGY FM from Altuna Pa.

Gary Burbank Remembers WAKY from Louisville

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:07:58 -0500

In radio news, Bell Canada cells 45 radio stations and cuts 4000 jobs. Radio companys report their fourth quarter revenue results, while Sirius cuts another 160 jobs. Finally we have lots of news on the street. Next those call letter and format changes, this will be followed by Gary Burbank talking about his life in radio and WAky AM from Louisville Ky. Our classic aircheck is Dr. Don Rose from WQXI from 1967, and our final feature is an aircheck of WGDX FM on Cape cod.

The fall of CKLW

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:54:03 -0500

In radio news, Audacy makes on air changes in New York City, and Chicago Illinois. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at the Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by Bill's feature on Joe Walker a totally blind sports announcer. Our classic aircheck is Tommy Shannon on Cklw from 1979. Our featured station takes us back to Sirius Satelite radio and their Classic Rewind station.

Remembering Charles osgood

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:50:29 -0500

In radio news, the push to save A M radio continues. Detroit gets a new spanish station. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, we will have those call letter and format changes. Our feature this week remembers the late Charles Osgood talking about WCBS A M all news format at 45 years. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to cleveland Ohio and WGAR A M and Fig Newton from March 29, 1976. Finally our featured station takes us back to Sirius XM radio First Wave channel.

Remembering Full Service Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 20:56:45 -0500

In radio news, Bonnaville makes changes at radio station KTAR FM. WIP AM makes sports changes in Philadelphia, there is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the holiday personal people meter ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed by a feature on radio station WIBC AM from May 25, 1980. IOur classic aircheck takes us to Jacksonville Florida and radio station WQIK AM from 1996. Finally we travel to Tulsa Oklahoma and radio station KRQV FM with their classic hits format.

A Tribute to Nick Saban

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:47:10 -0500

In radio news, Audacy makes organizational changes while Townsquare Media shuts down nonperforming radio stations. Next up, Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes. Bill Sparks a sports on retiring football coach Nick Saban. Our classic aircheck remembers the late Jim Carson at radio station KGB AM from Nov. 9th, 1968. Finally this weeks featured station takes us to XM-Sirius and Classic alternative Pop Rocks.

Remembering the Hot Hits Format, and Radio Announcer Chuck Browning

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:13:02 -0500

In radio news, Audacy files Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. WTOP FM adds audio from the ABC Radio Network. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at the Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by an aircheck of the late Chuck Browning from WinnAM from Louisville KY. This weeks classic aircheck is WCAU FM from November of 1981. Finally our featured station is WMBZ FM serving Plattsburgh New York with their classic hits format.

Back From Vacation

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 19:43:17 -0500

In radio news, Urban 1 reports its thrid quarter earnings, while Salem Media attempts to rectify financial problems. There is trouble for Sirius Satellite radio in New York State. We also have news on the street, and we look at those December Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer wil provide us with those call letter and format changes. This weeks sports feature is Jim Healey from KLAC AM from the fall of 1982. Our classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles California and Don Steele counting down the top 100 hits of 1965 on new years day 1966. Finally our featured station is Carolina Classic Gold from Murtle Beach.

Paying Tribute to John Miller

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:47:26 -0500

In radio news, Sirius Sattelite Radio and Liberty Media murge to form one company. There is more reorganizational changes at Iheart Media, and Cumulus Medit. Plus lots of news on the street, and a conclusion of our look at the November Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by Sports announcer John Miller receiving the Ford Frick award. Our classic aircheck is Chuck Leonard on WABC AM from New York City on November 26th 1968. Finally our featured station is Foxy1069 from St. Louis Mo.

The Radio Industry is still ecconomically challenged

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 20:09:29 -0500

In radio news, Layoffs hit Cumulus, and Townsquare. Iheart reorganizestheir radio market structure. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on sports 690 from San Diego. Our classic aircheck is Jim Nettelton from WDRC AM from Hartford Ct in November 26th 1965. Finally we listen to Sirius Satellite radio countdown channels 551, and 553.

Traveling to Miami

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:41:33 -0500

In radio news, Urban One gets another warning from the Nasdeq Stock Exchange, while Iheart Media makes changes in three locations throughout the country. We also let yyou know what is happening on the street and begin our look at the November Personal People Meter Ratings. Next,those Call Letter and Format changes. This will bbe followed by an aircheck of radio station WABB AM from mobile Alabama, and we have a christmas time aircheck from Chum AM from 1967. Our featured station is WMIA FM from Miami Florida with their Bilingual adult contemporary format from the 80s and 90s in english and spanish.

Remembering Larry Lujack

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:38:19 -0500

In radio news, more radio station groups report their third quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at the October Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, we'll have those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by an interview ofVin Scully conducted by John Rooney. Our classic aircheck is Larry Lujack from WCFL in April of 1968. Finally we travel to Honolulu and listen to Korl FM and their morning show.

Remembering the ABC Radio Information Radio Network

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 20:24:53 -0500

In radio news, more radio groups report their third quarter revenue results. A major makeover hits Sirius Satellite radio. We have news on the street, and those October personal people meter ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. This weeks featured segment is news from the ABC Radio Information Network from March, 29th 1969. Our classic aircheck takes us to Boston Ma, and radio station WRKO AM and we also travel to Los Angeles California and hear radio station KIQQ FM from 1983. Finally we travel to Oklahoma City and radio station KOKQ with their classic Rock format.

Take me Back to West Virginia

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 20:12:27 -0400

In radio news, Audacy gets delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. Cumulus reports their third quarter revenue results. Boston is morning the loss of a morning radio personallity. We have lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the October Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those all important call letter and format changes. Next Bill will present a feature from radio station WWVA AM and a womens show hosted by jeanne Ham. Our classic aircheck takes us to Wheeling WV and Don Nelson from October of 1970, and we pay tribute to the late Kevin Carlson from WZLX FM from October 21st 2017. Finally our featured station takes us back to Burkley Springs WV and radio station WXTC FM with their classic hits format.

Remembering WHHH in Indianapolis

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 20:00:59 -0400

In radio news, Iheart Radio is prepping a format change in Oklahoma City. This is the year when lots of individuals are retiring from radio. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Next those all important call letter and format changes. Next Bill sparks will come along with an aircheck of KOMA from Jan, 5th 1964. Finally we travel Norfolk Va, and listen to WTAR AM with their alternative rock format.

Walking in Memphis

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:59:00 -0400

In radio news, Beasley receives a delisting notice from the Nasdeq Stock Exchange. Spanish Broadcasting files a law suit on the failed sale of their television stations. There is lots of news on the street, plus those call letter and format changes. Bills feature is radio jingles for radio station WREC FM from Memphis, and our classic aircheck is Jay Cook from WHBQ AM from Febbruary of 1966. Finally our featured station is WSYN FM from Murtle Beach.

Toledo Ohio Shines with local Talk Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:05:19 -0400

In radio news, WLS AM adds a afternoon news block. There is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the September Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer presents those call letter and format changes. Bill's featured segment takes us to Toledo Ohio and local talk from radio station WSPD AM from 1996. Our classic aircheck takes us back to Detroit Michigan and CKLW and Super Max from 1973. Finally we travel tu Rutland VT and hear classic hits on radio station WSYB AM and their FM translator.

Remembering Jim O'brien

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:53:11 -0400

In radio news, Audacy skips an 18 million dollar payment, while Urban one is threatened with delisting from the Nasdeq Stock Exchange. We will let you know what is happening the street. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by Deion Sanders interviewed on 60 minutes in 2003. This weeks classic aircheck is WOR FM and Jim O'brien from May 2nd 1968. This weeks featured station is radio station WINU FM from Albany New York and their new Country Legends format.

Traveling to San Juan Puerto Rico

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:53:07 -0400

In radio news who wants to buy a new york city fm radio station. Audacy is attempting to reserect two of their silent radio stations in Las Vegas. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at those personal people meter ratings. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by some college football from Oklahoma and Nebraska. This weeks classic aircheck is Scott Brady on WBMJ AM from San Juan Puerto Rico. Finally our featured station is WDOK FM from San Juan, with their top40 format.

Big Lou and format changes too

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 20:24:06 -0400

In radio news, Directv users gain their Nexstar television stations. Beasley Media makes organizational changes in Philadelphia. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at the August Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those all important call letter and format changes. Next Bill will come along with Houston Texas station id's. This weeks classic aircheck is Ron O'brien from WCFL on Jun, 6th 1972. Finally our featured station takes us to Albuquerque New Mexico and classic hits from KSFE FM.

We Love Football

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:48:29 -0400

In radio news, two major radio companys sell radio stations. Spectrum cable and Disney settle their differences but at what cost to consumers. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Personal People Meter ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents a feature on favorite sports announcer calls. This weeks classic aircheck is Kolo AM from Reno NV from Oct. 7th 1979. Finally our featured station is oldies from WNKN FM in Middle Town Ohio.

Labor Day means that it is Format Change Time

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:57:13 -0400

In radio news, a radio broker and station owner is convicted of tax evasion. A new york City talk show host signs a new three year contract extension. We let you know what is happening on the street and begin our look at the August Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, those all important call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will present a feature on radio station KAAY AM from Jun, 6th 1968. Our classic aircheck presents Mike Harvey from 1966, and our featured station takes us to Fort Wayne Indiana and radio station WIOE AM and their oldies format.

Remembering the Dayton Hamvention

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:51:44 -0400

In radio news, morning changes hit New York City Baltimore and Phoenix. There is lots of news on the street, and we remember tv game show host Bob Barker. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks remembers the Dayton Ohio Ham Fest. This weeks Classic Aircheck is WHN from New York from 1983. Finally we cross the pond and hear Greatest Hits Radio from the United Kingdom.

Remembering WAPE from Jacksonville Florida

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:06:17 -0400

In radio news, ESPN gets a makeover. Sirius is sued by Sound Exchange over music royalties. We have lots of news on the street, and we will conclude our look at the July Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those call letter and format changes, followed by bill's feature the Greaseman from WAPE AM in Jacksonville in 1976. This weeks aircheck is Solid Gold Saturday Night hosted by Bob Worthington. Finally our featured station is WJBR FM from Wilmington De and their morning show hosted by Dian and Justen.

The Marconi Experience

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 19:57:52 -0400

In radio news, there is news in the world of sports radio in New York City, Detroit, and Indianapolis. We also have lots of news on the street and we will continue our look at those July Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents an aircheck of radio station WNOE from New Orleans in 1972. This weeks classic aircheck is the Marconi Radio Experience with Dave Herman on radio station WMMR FM from Philadelphia on April 23,1969. Finally our featured station takes us to Las Vegas and mornings with Shawn and Amy.

Hello Bedford Indiana

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:13:11 -0400

In radio news, more radio groups report their first quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street and we begin our look at the July personal people meter ratings. Next those call letter and format changes. Bill's feature is Mike and Debbie on mikes 45th anniversary in radio, and we here what he sounds like on WBED FM from Bedford Indiana. Our classic aircheck is Jay Reynolds from August 10 1966. Finally our featured station is radio station WBUS FM from Centerhall Pa, with their classic rock format.

The Oldies station thet wasn't

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:53:47 -0400

In radio news, Don Geronimo is fired from radio station WBIG FM. Cumulus reports their second quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at the June Personal People meter ratings This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up Bill Sparks presents a listen to one of the last morning shows on the Horn in Austin Texas. This weeks classic aircheck is of a oldies station that wasn't. Finally our featured station takes us to Nashville Tn, and radio station WNFN FM with their country format..

Remembering Don Bombard

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 20:12:47 -0400

In radio news, those low per tv stations broadcasting radio formats are now permanent. Univision-Televisa reports their second quarter revenue results. We let you know what's happening on the street, and continue our look at those personal people meter ratings. This weeks feature is a band scan of stations in Toledo Ohio Detroit,, and more. Our classic aircheck presents the radio career of the late Donbombard. Finally our featured station takes us to Minneapolis Mn and radio station WDGY with their oldies format.

Remembering Dick Biondi

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:57:30 -0400

In radio news, Financial problems hit Audacy. Urban One finally reports their fourth quarter earnings results for 2022. We have news on the street, and those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This featured and aircheck section remembers the late Dick Biondi who passed away at 90. Our featured station is KBQB FM from Chico California with their variety hits format.

Lets Play the Musical Game

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:53:18 -0400

In radio news, Salem falls out of compliance with the Nasdaq exchange. Wusl fm radio announcers want to unionize. We let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we conclude our look at the May Personal People Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed by a look at why radio is so repetitive. This weeks classic aircheck is radio station WJBK AM from Detroit from 1963. Finally we visit Dallas and listen to the musical game from radio station Kjjk FM and the Spot Kluv FM.

A star falls and rises in Buffalo New York

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:47:11 -0400

In radio news, Audacy exits Buffalo New York, and Memphis Tennessee. A spot hits the airwaves in Dallas Texas. There is also news on the street, and we continue our look at the May personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. This weeks featured segment is a band scan of Charlston Sc and Savanah Ga, from august of 1974. Our classic aircheck is an aircheck of Xetra from Tiajuana Mexico on Jan, 1983. Finally our featured is the end of radio station WTSS FM from Buffalo New York.

This Week the Radio Deals Continue

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 19:49:51 -0400

In radio news, a star falls and rises in Buffalo New York, while a wolf is on the prowl in Memphis. Cumulus cells a radio station in Detroit, and Disney cells a radio station in Los Angeles. There is news on the street. Plus we begin our look at the May Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. This weeks feature segment is the debut NBC Radio Network of Monitor on June 12th 1955. Next up our classic aircheck takes us to Mobile Alabama and Bob Raugh from Jul, 1964. Finally our featured station is KRDZ FM from Springfield Mo with their Variety Hits format.

Yacht Rock Weekend

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:58:49 -0400

In radio news, Cumulus makes changes in Detroit Michigan, and Audacy brings back Live 105 in San Francisco California. We also have lots of news on the street. Next Jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a band scan of Nashville Tn. Our classic aircheck takes us to Boston, and radio station WHTT FM and their top 30 count down on Jul 8th 11984. Finally our featured station takes us to Westport Connecticut and a Yacht rock weekend.

Welcome to the Mile High City

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:45:59 -0400

In radio news, Spanish Broadcasting Systems reports their first quarter revenue results. Audacy takes action to prop up its stock price. We have news on the street, followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up Bill Sparks presents a feature on orlando Florida Morning radio. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Denver Colorado and radio station KBTR AM and Danny Clayton from 08-04-1966. Finally this weeks featured station is KDZA AM from Pueblo Colorado with their classic hits format.

A M Radio gets a reprieve

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 May 2023 19:54:31 -0400

In radio news, there is a reprieve for AM radio. Audacy and the Weather Channel get together. There is news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, those call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a band scan of Lexington Kentucky from may of 2023. This weeks classic aircheck is Jim Stag from WCFL AM from 09-14-1966. Finally our featured station takes us to Philadelphia and radio station WTDY FM and their format change to a gold based top 40 format.

Remembering Sports Interprise Network

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 May 2023 20:12:13 -0400

In radio news, Audacy fights
delisting from the New York Stock Exchange. More radio groups report their first quarter revenue results. Plus lots of news on the street, and day one of those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed buy a feature on the Sports Enterprise Network from 1981. This weeks classic aircheck is KMGL FM Oklahoma City from Jul 7th 1996. Finally our featured station is KMGL from Oklahoma City and their morning show.

Remembering Radio the Way it use to Be

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:05:32 -0400

In radio news, more radio groups report their first quarter revenue results. We also look at the top billing radio stations as well. There will be news on the street. Next those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks presents a look in sports in 1975 from WCAU AM from Philadelphia Pa. This will be followed by a classic aircheck from Ron Lundi from WABC AM from New York City on Feb. 24th, 1966. Finally we present a nostalgia station KWXS from Prine Vill Oregon.

This week it's all about Pirate Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 May 2023 19:54:02 -0400

In radio news, major radio groups report their first quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at those personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will present those call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature on radio station WDJO AM from Cincinnati Ohio. Our classic aircheck delves in to the world of pirate radio with Lazer 558 from 1984, and our featured station takes us to Minnesota and pirate radio station kdrr fm.

Layoffs continue to hurt the Radio Industry

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:57:58 -0400

In radio news, layoffs hit ESPN. Sirius Satellite radio unveils a new studio complex in Miami Florida. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at the March Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on winter in Minneapolis MN. This weeks classic aircheck is Todd Chase from WQAM AM from April of 1971. Finally we visit Kansas and hear two radio stations owned by AD Astro Media.

Remembering the Friday Night Retro Show

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 19:58:41 -0400

In radio news, it is off to Las Vegas and the NAB Radio show. There is lots of news on the street, plus we begin our look at those March Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a look at 100 years of WWL New Orleans La. This weeks classic aircheck is the Friday night retro show with Bernie Eagan on WENS FM from Indianapolis Indiana in 1999. Finally our featured station is WYNS FM from Portland Me.

Wheeling and Dealing is the name of the game

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:44:24 -0400

In radio news the radio industry sees more wheeling and dealing. There is lots of news on the street. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up, Bill Sparks will present a feature on Rich King from talk radio WKRC AM from Cincinnati Ohio. This weeks classic aircheck is Brother Bill Gable from CKLW AM from April 6th 1974. Finally our featured station is Those two girls from KZIA FM from Cedar Rapids Iowa.

Portland Maine here we Go

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 20:46:29 -0400

In radio news, layoffs hit Iheart Radio and Salem Media. We have lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at the February Personal People Meter Ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature with Marty Brennaman talking about the late Tom Browning. Next we feature a Gordon Sinclair Newscast aired on CFRB AM from Toronto Ontario from August 7th 1974. This weeks classic aircheck is Wally Brine from WJBQ from Portland Maine from April 25th 1979. Finally our featured station is in Portland Maine and radio station WYNZ FM with their variety hits format.

Remembering Harry Caray

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:56:15 -0400

In radio news, Audacy fights to keep its listing on the New York Stock Exchange. Cumulus Media looses a program director in Atlanta. Finally we checkout what's happening on the street, and continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, we will have those all important call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will present a feature on Harry Caray and the Chicago Cubs. This will be followed by a newscast from WNEW AM from April 5th 1977. This weeks classic aircheck is from 09/21/1961 and Robin Scott on WIL AM. Finally we travel to Waukegan Il, and radio station WXLC FM and their morning team of Joe and Tina.

Remembering British DJ Ken Douglas

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 19:57:42 -0400

In radio news, Audacy reports its fourth quarter revenue results, while belt tightening begins at Iheart media. There is lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the February Personal People Meter ratings. Next those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by an interview of Ken Douglas a british radio announcer who worked at radio station WKLO in Louisville Kentucky. We also have a feature of Bill Mazer from WNBC AM after game two of the 1966 world series. Our classic aircheck remembers the late Bill Winters from CKLW AM and WCBS FM. Finally our featured station lets us hear Carolina Shag radio and Rock Wall from Sirius Satellite radio.

Remembering CBS Radio Network News from 1967

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 20:02:35 -0400

In radio news, more major radio groups provide their fourth quarter revenue for us to study. We also let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed by listener feedback. Next up, Those call letter and format changes. Our special feature comes from WBBM radio in Chicago from August 12th 1967 and CBS Radio Network News. This will be followed by our classic aircheck, from KHJ AM from November 23rd 1965. Finally we travel to Denver Colorado and hear Front Range country from KQKS HD2 and their FM translator on 103.1.

Artificial Intelligence and Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:11:53 -0500

In radio news, the cruel reallity of the ecconomics of radio is here, with layoffs at Audacy, Alpha Media and Sirius Satelite Radio. There is lots of news on the street, and we conclude our look at those January Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed up by a demonstration of GPT Radio. This weeks featured segment is a newscast from WCFL Radio from Chicago in 1967. Our classic aircheck takes us to New York City and Dick Birch from WCBS F M in July of 1971.
Finally we remember the Late Dave Wills Florida sportscaster.

Lets visit Nebraska

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 19:44:36 -0500

In radio news, radio groups begin reporting their fourth quarter revenue results, and Iheart Media is the clear winner. Audacy shuts down some of their HD2 radio stations. There is lots of news on the street and finally we continue our look at those Personal People Meter ratings. Next up listener feedback, followed by those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a Walter Winchell broadcast
from ABC Radio News on December 13th 1953. This weeks classic aircheck is an aircheck of Sandy Jackson from March 6th 1962. Finally our featured station takes us back to Nebraska and radio station KLMS F M with their variety hits format.

Seattle here we come

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 19:44:11 -0500

In radio news, what is Audacy Atlas, lots of news on the street. Finally we begin our look at those all important Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes. This week our feature is the last newscast by Christopher Glenn on the CBS Radio Network. This week we travel to Seattle Washington, and hear WJR AM jingles and airchecks from the 1960s. Finally we are still in Seattle and we get to hear KPNW FM with their adult album alternative format.

This week it's all about Kansas City

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 19:47:11 -0500

In radio news, Audacy takes two AM radio stations off the air in Las Vegas. Seattle Washington gains another adult Album Alternative radio station, and Spanish Broadcasting system gets out of the TV business. You will also hear those call letter and format changes. This weeks feature is the last World News Tonight hosted by CBS News reporter Douglas Edwards. Our classic aircheck takes us to Kansas City Mo and Robert W. Walker on Kudl AM from May 5th 1970. Finally our featured station keeps us in Kansas City and radio station KCKC AM with their variety format.

The Sangean FR39 Internet Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:20:05 -0500

In radio news, another christian radio station enters the New York City market, an ESPN tradio station hits San Antonio, lots of news on the street, and we will conclude our look at those holidayy personal people meter ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks will review the Sangean Fr39 Internet Radio. This will be followed up by an aircheck of Don Steele on radio station KISN AM from 1964. Finally our featured station is KMGX FM from Bend Or with a classic rock format.

Another radio company gets hacked

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 19:49:04 -0500

In radio news, another radio company is hacked. Audacy adds a new afternoon show to KNX AM in Los Angeles California. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at those holiday ratings. This will be followed by those all important call letter and format changes. Next up a look at the top five college sports football announcers. This weeks classic aircheck is Bob Dayton from KRLA AM in Los Angeles California in November of 1972. Finally our featured station takes us to werthington MN and their variety hits format.

Remembering Jerry Blavat

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:48:48 -0500

In radio news, Audacy Makes changes to its all news radio stations in New York City. Urban One adds another syndicated show. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up a feature presentation of radio station KFAB A M in Omaha Nebraska. Our classic aircheck pays tribute to the late Jerry Blavat from Philadelphia Pa. Finally our featured station lets us hear Terry Young on his own Internet station WTYT.

Remembering Martin Luther King Jr

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 20:26:36 -0500

In radio news, Townsquare Media turns off two more A M radio stations. There is lots of news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at December People Meter Ratings. Next up, Jennifer will present those Call Letter and Format changes. This will be followed by radio station WCCO AM coverage of Martin Luther King a sassination coverage from CBS Radio, and WCCO AM Minneapolis Mn. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Cincinnati Ohio and radio station WSAI AM and Tom Dooley from 1967. Finally our featured station takes us to Carpondale Il, and radio station Wuez fm and their variety hits format.

Minneapolis gets a new morning show

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 19:48:01 -0500

IN radio news, a new morning show airs on KQRS from Minneapolis Mn. Iheart media makes changes to the radio landscape in Louisville, and Washing DC. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at those all important Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer provides us with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a format change from Orlando Florida and radio station WDBO from news talk to spanish. Our classic aircheck takes us to Chicago, and radio station WLS with John Landecker and Bill Bailey. Finally we travel to Dallas Texas and radio station KLIF FM with there 90s 2000s format.

Remembering Barbara Walters

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 19:48:54 -0500

In radio news, it is all about sports in Philadelphia, Denver, and the Sports Map Radio Network. We let you know what's happening on the street, and begin our look at those all important personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, Jennifer will come along with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature on the late Barbara Walters. This weeks classic aircheck is Mark Elliot from KHJ AM in Los Angeles from December 31, 1970 counting down the top 93 hits of 1970. Finally our featured station is KFXJ FM from Wichita Kansas with their classic rock format.

Remembering the Truckin Bozo

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 19:55:26 -0500

In radio news, Canada revises some of its radio regulations. Audacy is making changes on radio station WEEI FM in Boston. We let you know what's happening on the street, and conclude our look at those personal people meter ratings. This will be followed up by those call letter and format changes. Next up we will present a feature on the Trucken Bozo presented by Bill Cunningham. Our classic aircheck is taking us to Philadelphia and radio WFIL from 1967. Finally we travel to New Jersey and radio station WHCY FM with their country format.

This week we remember Ken Coleman and the 1967 Boston Red Socks

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:04:53 -0500

In radio news changes are coming to ESPN Radio in New York City, and ESPN National. There is lots of news on the street, plus we begin our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, those all important call letter and format changes. Next up we will present a feature on Ken Coleman and the 1967 Boston Red Socks. Our classic aircheck takes us to Atlanta Ga, and radio station WQXI from Dec. 22, 1967. Finally we let you hear Holiday Season Radio from Iheart Media.

This week it's all about the Cleveland Browns

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:56:08 -0500

In radio news, Spanish Broadcasting reports their third quarter revenue results. Iheart Radio gets hit with a nine million fine from the Federal Trade Commission. We lee let you what is happening on the street. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed by a featured on Jimmy Donovan from the Cleveland Browns. Next an aircheck of KCBQ from Nov. 20th 1970 and Lee Sims. Finally our featured station is KXKL from Denver Col with their classic hits format.

Remembering Jim Bohanon and All Things Considered

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 19:39:18 -0500

IN radio news, there is more pain for employees at WTOP FM in Washington DC. Is a rebranding on the way for KXTE FM in Las Vegas, we let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we conclude our look at the Nielsen October Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by the induction of All Things Considered and Jim Bohannon in to the Radio Hall Of Fame. Our classic airchecks takes us back to Los Angeles California, and radio station KHJ AM and radio announcer Bill Wade from Jan. 15th, 1972. Finally our featured takes us back to the 70s with Smooth 70s an Internet radio station.

This week it's the saga of Roby Young

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:01:06 -0500

In radio news more major radio groups report their third quarter revenue results. There is lots of news on the street, and we continue our look at the Nielsen October Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those format and call letter changes. Next up Bill Sparks has a feature on Bob Prince sports announcer. This will be followed by Roby Young's last show on WABC AM in New york City. Finally this weeks featured takes to Wyoming and radio station KDLY with their country format.

This week it is all about Baseball and the Philadelphia phillies

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 20:04:13 -0400

In radio news, it is that time of the year when major groups report their third quarter revenue results. More and more established radio people are announcing their retirement. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at those personal people meter ratings. Next up, those call letter and format changes, followed by some great baseball announcers. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles California, and radio station KDAY A M from 1970. Finally we say goodbye to radio station WNYL FM in New York City.

Its all news on the FM band in NYC

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:54:56 -0400

In radio news, Urban One roles a new Syndicated radio show. WTOP AM asks for voluntary job cuts in their news room. We let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes, and next a feature on Larry Munson. This weeks classic aircheck is from WXLW AM and Bill Shirk from 1974. Finnaly our featured station takes us to Albuquerqe New Mexico and radio station KRKE AM with their 80s format.

This week we remember Art Laboe

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 19:46:37 -0400

In radio news, Salem is on a buying spree Audacy syndicates two of its radio shows. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by your calls and feedback, and those call letter and format changes. Next up we have a feature on Craig Way Texas sports announcer. Our classic aircheck remembers the late Art Laboe, and we travel to hear variety hits from WFKL FM from Rochester New York.

This week it is all about the economics of the radio business

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 19:48:00 -0400

In radio news, WINS AM in New York City gains an FM outlet. KGO AM dumps talk for sports betting. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings, followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up, a feature on Denny Matthews induction in to the baseball hall of fame. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Tijuana Mexico and XETRA from 1982, and our featured station is KOOL FM from Phoenix AZ.

Remembering Loretta Lynn

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:56:51 -0400

In radio news, the FCC adopts new rules for eas announcements. There is hot talk in Dallas Texas. Plus lots of news on the street, and a beginning look at the September Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed by a tribute to the late Loretta Lynn on the Ralph Emery show. This weeks classic aircheck is the late Humble Harve on Krth FM Los Angels from 1991. Finally we visit Fairbanks Alaska and radio station KYSC FM with their rock format.

This week it's all about Denny Matthews

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 19:49:42 -0400

In radio news, a Tragedy hits the WWJ AM family. WPHT FM makes on air changes. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Next up, those all important call letter and format changes. Bills Feature takes us to Kansas City and an interview with Denny Matthews. This will be followed by an aircheck of Melvin from WMEX AM from Boston on Sept. 30, 1964. Finally our featured station takes us to Anchorage Alaska and mornings at radio station KYMG FM

Welcome to the voice of labor

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:11:35 -0400

In radio news, Urban One makes changes in Charlot Nc, and consolidation is the word for Iheart Radio. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Nielsen August Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on Kevin Harlan. Next up an aircheck of Chuck Nap on WCFL AM from Chicago from Mar. 8th 1973. Finally we travel to Mankato MN and listen to radio station Kato FM and their 80s 90s format.

The real Jenny Sparks was here.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 20:35:43 -0400

In radio news, we remember Loury Mayse, and we pay tribute to Frank Reed who will be retireing from the radio business. There is news on the street, and we continue our look at those Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will come along with those format and call letter changes. Next up Jennifer will be interviewed by the pannel. This weeks classic aircheck, takes us to Philadelphia, and Bob Gross from WIBG AM from 1971. Finally in our featured station segment we get to hear how mornings sound on radio station WMMR FM from Philadelphia.

Walter it's your time on the hot seat

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:05:21 -0400

In radio news, Salem speculates on lower revenue for the third quarter. There's lots of news on the street, and we begin our look at the August Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up, Walter Swank is in the hot seat. This weeks classic aircheck is WOR FM from May 2nd 1968. Finally we travel to Indianapolis and hear WOLT FM and their classic alternative format.

Mike sure loves radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 20:10:40 -0400

In radio news a tweet by a blogger gets the folks at Audacy upset. Plus lots of news on the street. Next up those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed by an interview of Mike one of our pannelists. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Toronto Canada and Mike Cooper from August 18th, 1976. Finally our featured station lets us hear two unusall radio stations. Kawarthur oldies from Canada, and Random Music radio.

This week its Bills time to shine

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:57:09 -0400

In radio news, more high profile individuals are layed off from Audacy. There is lots of news on the street. Finally we conclude our look at the July Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes. Next up its Bills time to shine because the pannel will interview Bill Sparks. This weeks classic aircheck is Jay Reynolds on WABC AM from New York City from Oct. 27, 1970. Finally our featured station is WBCG FM from Port Charlotte Florida with their classic rock format.

Jeff Bennett is in the hot seat

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:21:17 -0400

In radio news, Layoffs hit Audacy. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the July Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks puts me on the hot seat. This week our classic aircheck takes us to Indianapolis Indiana and Jay Reynolds on WIFE AM from August of 1968. Finally we travel to Chicago and listen to WSHE FM and XM Radio one hit wonders radio.

It's time for Bernie to shine

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:52:15 -0400

In radio news, it's all about morning radio, and major radio groups report their second quarter earnings. We also have news on the street, and the first day of the July Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next up it's Bernie's time to shine, followed by an aircheck of WAYS from Charlot Nc from 1966. Finally we travel to Hickory Nc and hear oldies as herd on radio station WAIZ AM.

Remembering Vin Scully

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 20:02:17 -0400

In radio news, we remember a sports radio announcer, and major groups report their second quarter revenue results. Next news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the June Nielsen Personal People Meter ratings. This will be followed by those all inportant call letter and format changes. Next up a feature honoring the late Vin Scully. This will be followed by an interview of Chris Devin one of our pannelists. This weeks classic aircheck is the Doo wopp shop on WCBS FM. Finally we travel to Huntsville Al and fun 927 with their classic hits format.

It's all about Shawn

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:47:41 -0400

In radio news, the radio industry honors itself. We have lots of news on the street. Finally we will continue our look at the Nielsen June Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by those important call letter and format changes. Next up Shawn Plat is on the hot seat being interviewed by the pannel. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles and radio station KHJ AM and their all night announcer Johnny Williams from Feb. 27th 1969. Finally our featured station takes us to Kansas City Mo, and radio station KMXV FM.

Perry it's your time to shine

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:51:28 -0400

In radio news Cumulus makes job cutbacks at Westwood1. Chicago gains a Black Information Network affiliate. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by those importanc Call letter and format changes. Next up Bill Sparks will interview Perry Lester one of our members on the pannel. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Hartford Ct, and Dick Heatherton on WPOP AM from Jul. 16th 1969. Finally our featured station takes us to Rochester New York and radio station WNBL FM with their 80s format.

You're on the Monitor Beacon

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 20:16:26 -0400

In radio news, Audacy and MGM Sports Book enter in to a partnership for their Bet QL Network. Providence RI gains a new sports station. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and finnaly we conclude our look at the Nielsen May Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, those important calls and format changes, followed by a feature on the NBC radio network weekend show Monitor. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to chicago and radio station WJMK FM and their oldies format from February 25th 1988. Finally we move to Denver Colorado with this weeks featured station KALC FM.

Garry is this weeks superstar

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 20:18:29 -0400

In radio news, it is all about Norfolk Virginia. Next up listener feedback. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next Bill Sparks will interview Garry Ketler. This will be followed up by a classic aircheck of WBZ AM from boston and radio announcer Bruce Bradley from March of 1961. Finally our featured station keeps us in Boston and bed time magic hosted by David Boucher on radio station WMJX FM.

Super Jock Larry Loujack

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 20:47:44 -0400

In radio news, Layoffs hit Iheart Media, Emmis cells Its Indianapolis cluster. We let you know what's happening on the street, and begin our look at the May Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by those call letter and format changes. Next up an aircheck of WGN AM from January of 1982. Our classic aircheck keeps us in Chicago and Larry Loujack from April of 1973 from WCFL. Finally our featured station segment takes us to Sacramento California and radio station KSTE FM and Austin Texas and radio station KFIT AM with their new Jack format.

Chicago is my kind of town

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 20:14:54 -0400

In radio news, Univision sells 19 radio stations to Latin Media Network. The windy city experiences numerous radio changes. Finally we provide news on the street. Next up those call letter and format changes. This weeks featured segment takes us to Dallas and the morning show from KZPS FM. Our classic aircheck celebrates the 90th anniversary of radio station CKLW AM from May 31 1967. Finally our featured station takes us to Phoenix Az and KAZT FM with their oldies format.

Ihearts loss is Audacys gain

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 20:13:35 -0400

In radio news, Iheart radio's loss is Audacys gain. Richard Miln departs his morning show at radio station WXRT FM in Chicago. We let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the Nielsen April Personal People Meter ratings. Next up feedback from our listeners, followed by those all important call letter and format changes. This weeks featured segment takes us to Indianapolis Indiana and Lou Palmer from 05/12/1973. Our classic aircheck takes us to Hackensack NJ and radio station WWDJ from may 31, 1972. Finally we conclude our show with todays featured station KRGY FM from Grand Island Nebraska, and their Satellite delivered classic rock format.

This week it is all about Iowa

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 May 2022 20:24:29 -0400

In radio news, lineup changes have been made at two talk stations, WBAL AM in Baltimore, and KMOX AM in St. Louis Mo. KFI AM in Los Angeles receives 8 golden mike awards. We will let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed by those call letter and format changes. Next our featured station and classic aircheck take us to Davenport Iowa, and radio KSTT AM with their morning news, and morning show. Finally we travel to Des Moines Iowa and radio station KGGO FM with their classic rock format.

Chicago's WGN AM celebrates 100 years

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 May 2022 20:11:32 -0400

In radio news, the FCC looks to preserve fm6. Spanish Broadcasting reports its first quart revenue results. WGN AM celebrates 100 years of broadcasting. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Nielsen April Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up your calls and feedback followed by those important call letter and format changes. Next bill Sparks will present portland Oregon station identifications. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Dallas Texas and Mike O'shea from KLIF AM from 1973. Finally our featured station takes us to Charlott NC and the Bob and Sheri program from WKQC FM.

Celebrating WJR AM in Detroit on their 100 year anniversary

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 May 2022 20:17:23 -0400

In radio news, major radio groups report their first quarter revenue results. Cumulus rejects a takeover bid. Salem finds a replacement for Lary Elder. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Next up Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a sales presentation produced in 1966 for radio station WJR AM. We present this in honor of the stations 100th birthday. Our classic aircheck looks at the career of Mat Siegel who has retired from radio station WXKS in Boston Ma after 41 years. Finally our featured station takes us to Philadelphia and radio station WOGL FM with their updated Big 981 presentation.

This week we celebrate WBAP AM from Dallas and 100 years of broadcasting

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 May 2022 20:25:17 -0400

In radio news A Boston radio morning announcer his retirement, while another morning host in seattle goes on medical leave. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the March Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a spotlight on the career of Conway Twitty from WBAP AM from Dallas Texas. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Tampa Florida and radio station WFLA AM on April 1st 1973. Finally we stay in Tampa Florida and listen to 97x with their allternative programming.

Remembering the late Sid Mark

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:00:18 -0400

In radio news, the National Association of broadcasting holds its yearly show in Las Vegas Nevada, and we cover the major events. Audacy and Fox enter in to an agreement for Fox long form audio to be distributed by Audacy. We let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we continue our coverage of the March Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will cover those call letter and format changes. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Philadelphia Pa, and the sound of Sinatra and the late Sid Mark from Aug 20th 1989. Finally we will present a feature of Sid Mark interviewing Frank Sinatra Junior. This weeks featured station takes us to Lagrange Georgia and radio station WTRP FM with their classic country format.

It's market scope time

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 20:21:31 -0400

In radio news, Pittsburgh gets a new spanish radio station. Q101 returns to Chicago and could Cumulus be sold. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Nielsen March Personal People Meter Ratings. Netx up, Jennifer will come along with those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a two part market scope of Indianapolis Indiana. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Miami Florida and Bob Collins heard on the old WMYQ FM from January of 1974. Finally in the featured station segment we travel to West Palm Beach florida and radio station Woll with the husband and wife team of Mo and Sally.

A sports radio announcer who is still a legend

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 20:21:51 -0400

In radio news, ESPN makes changes to its afternoon drive lineup. WLS AM is in need of a new morning host. The Patriot lands in to Seattle Washington. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Next up, those all important call letter and format changes. Next, Bill Sparks will present a feature on sports announcer John Miller. Our classic aircheck takes us to New York City, and WCBS FM from July of 1971, and radio announcer Les Turpin. Finally this weeks featured station takes us back to Sydney Australia, and radio station 2CH with their classic hits format.

So long WPYO FM from Orlando Florida

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 20:20:05 -0400

In radio news, Nielsen roles out wearable Personal People Meters. Larry Elder departs Salem Media. We let you know what is happening on the street and conclude our look at the February Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will provide those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by Bill's final look at the history of radio station WLW AM during their Jacore years. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Orlando Florida, and Shawn King on radio station WLOF AM from April of 1972. Finally we say goodbye to radio station WPYO FM in Orlando Florida.

The WLW AM hundred year anniversary continues

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:20:01 -0400

In radio news, Nielsen Ratings company is sold. Westwood One enters in to a multi year contract to continue NFL radio coverage. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Nielsen February Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by part 2 of our coverage of WLW celebrating their hundred year anniversary. This weeks classic aircheck, takes us to Hartford Ct, and Ron Landry from WDRC AM on November 11th, 1964. Finally we move to Danbury CT and classic hits as heard on WDAQ FM HD4.

This week we celebrate WLW AM 100th birthday

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:40:06 -0400

In radio news, Audacy buys the intellectual property of WAMO AM in Pittsburgh Pa from Marts communications. Audacy and Cumulus make changes to the radio landscape in Chicago Il, and Detroit MI. We will let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we begin our look at the Nielsen February Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by an unusuall hd radio station Xbomb Radio from Las Vegas Nv. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Seattle Washington,and KAYO AM country radio from July 1971. Finally our featured station segment takes us to Dallas Tx and radio station KPLX FM with their older country format.

We celebrate WBT AM and 100 years of broadcasting

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:20:03 -0400

In radio news Townsquare and Saga Radio group report their fourth quarter revenue results. Rumba hits Philadelphia Pennsylvania. The FCC requires radio stations to disclose foreign entities purchasing time on their radio stations. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Next up, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Next remember radio station WBT AM in Charlot Nc as they will be celebrating 100 years of broadcasting. First up a feature celebrating 90 years of WBT AM, followed by a sales profile present for WBT AM in 1971 and 1972. Finally our featured station takes us to Camberra Australia and radio station 2CA with their classic format.

Remembering two radio icons

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 20:21:24 -0500

In radio news, more radio groups report their fourth quarter revenue results. WXBK FM New York adds more on air personalities. We have lots of news on the street, and we will conclude our look at the January Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by an aircheck of the late Wayne Perkey from WNOX FM in Knoxville Tn from May of 1966. This weeks classic aircheck pays tribute to the late Chuck Dunaway from Klif am from Dallas Tx on May 27, 1963 and Wkyc am from February 1st from 1968. Finally we listen to hot adult contemporary radio from station Wzox fm from Kalamazoo Michigan.

Celebrating 100 years of WSB AM from Atlanta Georgia

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:16:30 -0500

In radio news, major radio groups continue to report their fourth quarter revenue results. Cumulus is hit with a $32,000 fine by the FCC. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the January Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a feature on WSB AM which is celebrating 100 years of broadcasting this month. Our classic aircheck is the Morning Zoo as heard on radio station WRRBQ FM from Tampa Florida from February 10th 1982. Finally this weeks featured station takes us to Tijuana Mexico and radio station 91X with their classic Alternative format.

Two New York State radio stations hit the 100 year mark

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 20:15:06 -0500

In radio news, Audacy adds the syndicated Nick Cannon show for mid days. A frequency swap and format change hits the airwaves in Toronto Canada. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Nielsen January Personal People Meter ratings. Next, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a newscastfrom WOR AM in New York City from 1972 as we commemorate this stations 100th anniversary. This will be followed up by an aircheck of another station celebrating 100 years, WGY AMM in Schenectady New Yorkand their radio announcer George L Davis from 1976. Finally we travel to Waterberry Ct and radio station WMRQ FM with their alternative format.

Remembering Frank Beckman

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 20:20:06 -0500

In radio news, KITS FM HD2 adops a classic alternative format. Spanish broadcasting systems enters the Tampa St. Petersburg florida market. Iheart updates the sound of radio station WMIA FM in Miami Florida. Finally we will let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed up by your calls and feedback. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature on the late Frank Beckman formally of radio station WJR FM. Next we will present a retrospective of the radio career of the late Alton Urwin, who worked in radio throughout the country. Finally we will travel to Annapolis Md, and listen to Bob Waugh at radio station WRNR FM.

?What is the future of AM radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 20:26:00 -0500

In radio news, ESPN Radio says so long to Mike Gawlik Jr. WTAM AM hires a new afternoon drive talk host. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Nielson Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jenny will come along with her call letter and format changes, followed by a feature on the history of St. Louis radio station KXOK AM. This will be followed up by an aircheck of Joe O'brien from WMCA AM in New York City from Jan. 4th 1965. Finally our featured station presents the new afternoon sho hosted by Booker and Striker from KYSR FM.

Remembering Ralph Emery

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 20:16:19 -0500

In radio news, Ted Stryker joins the Booker show at KYSR FM. Sirius Satellite radio reports its fourth quarter revenue results. We say goodbye to the KOMO call sign in Seattle Washington. We'll also let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Nielsen Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Next we will present a feature celebrating the life of the late country radio announcer Ralph Emery. This will be followed by an aircheck of Lee Allen from WXYZ am from Detroit Michigan from 1964. Finally we travel to Chicago and listen to the new morning show on radio station WTMX FM.

This week we learn about the origins of FM Radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 20:36:42 -0500

In radio news, Cumulus makes major job cuts in its 24 hour satelite 24 hour formats. Is a format change headed for KROQ FM in Losangeles California? We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature of an experimental fm broadcast of the Yankee Network from hosted by Edwin Armstrong the founder of FM radio from 1941, and the TM song extolling the work of the TM Jingle Company. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Toronto Canada, and Jay Nelson on CHUM AM from November 9th 1968. Finally our featured station takes us to Dayton Ohio and the new country format on radio station WZDA FM.

Alternative rock enters Cleveland, and Chicago gains a new morning show

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 04:32:09 -0500

In radio news, Cleveland gains a new alternative rock radio station. WTMX FM in Chicago finally has a new morning host, and they didn't have to go far. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Neilson December Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up, Jennifer wil provide us with those all important call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a feature prepared by Bill Sparks on Denver radio radio stations KDEN AM and KOA AM from October of 1971. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Philadelphia Pa and the final George Michael program on WFIL AM from September 6th 1974. Finally our featured station takes us to Milwaukee Wi and the Martha Quin midday show as heard on radio station WRIT FM.

Alternative rock enters Cleveland once again.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 04:08:42 -0500

We remember a great radio station.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 17:09:37 -0500

So Long WGVU AM

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Sun, 16 Jan 2022 07:32:11 -0500

In radio news, a round of layoffs hits Summit Media stations mainly in Honolulu Hawaii. Two sports radio stations in San Diego California make changes to the radio landscape. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we continue our look at the December Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's Call Letter and Format Changes. This weeks classic aircheck isn't a classic aircheck, but a final listen to radio station WGVU FM from Grand Valey State University serving Grand Rapids Mi. Next our featured station takes us to Clarksville Tn, and we will listen to the variety hits heard on Wowq fm.

What you can do with out your voice.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 20:39:11 -0500

In radio news, it's Iheart 1 the United Kingdom 0. There is lots of upheavle at New York's Alt92.3. We will let you kknow what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson December Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, followed by an Aircheck of CKLW couunting down the top 100 hits of 1968. Finally in this weeks featured station, we travel to Bismark Nd and hear radio station KYYY FM with their adult contemporary format.

ATR Live Christmas coming live 6:30 PM December 23, 2021

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 20:41:31 -0500

In radio news, ESPN is getting out of the radio ownership business. Audacy expands its sports betting format to Rochester New York, and Memphis tennessee. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Neilson November Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by your calls and feedback. Next up Jennifer will come along with her call letter and formats segment. This will be followed up by an aircheck of radio station WWRL with Jerry B, counting down the top 100 soul hits of 1972. Our featured station segment takes to Phoenix As, and radio station KOOL FM with their 70s, 80s,90s classic hits format.

?who understands ratings.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 20:46:47 -0500

In radio news, Audacy shutters a top40 radio station in Los Angeles, Family Radio purchases a radio station serving New York City. We will also let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson November Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by your calls and feedback. Next Call Letter and Format changes by Jennifer, followed by the goodbye from Steve Summers as he retires from WFAN radio in New York. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Buffalo New York, and Jackson Armstrong from December 22, 1970. Finally we travel to Cleveland and listen to a radio announcer who will be retiring from radio station Wncx fm at the end of the year, his name is John Louis.

Some classic radio memories in this one.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:17:03 -0500

In radio news, be careful what you say off the air, you could loose your job. We'll rundown the post Christmas format changes. We say so long to radio hosts who are going to retire, and we will let you know what is happening on the street. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up bypart 2 of Bill Sparks interview of Wayne Larrabee. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Cleveland Ohio and Ron Riley on radio station WHK AM from November 3rd 1962. Finally this weeks featured station takes us across the pond to the United Kingdom and we will listen to Absolute 80s one of englands national radio stations.

?does Christmas start to early on most radio stations.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 20:27:19 -0500

In radio news the termination of a program director in Erie Pa, gets the police involved. Audacy makes radio lineup changes in Dallas Texas, and Kansas City Mo. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the October Neilsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next we provide you with calls and feedback, followed up by Jennifers call letter and format changes. Next Bill presents a feature on sportscaster Wayne Wayne Larrabee. This will be followed by an aircheck of Joe Niagara on WPEN AM from November of 1977. Finally this weeks featured station takes us back to Williamsport Pa, and radio station WBZD FM with their classic hits format.

?do you like local radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 20:20:46 -0500

In radio news more radio companys report their third quarter revenue results. Audacy makes air talent changes to three of its Philadelphia radio stations. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we will continue our look at the Neilson October Personal People Meter Ratings. Next we will listen to your calls and feedback, followed by Jennifers Call Letter and Format Changes. Next we will remember Mike Trivisonno from WTAM AM in Cleveland Ohio with his guest Bernie Kosar from on Jan. 4, 2016. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Scranton Pa, and George Gilbert on WARM AM from Jan 6th 1961.

Do you like SiriusXM?

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Nov 2021 20:24:01 -0400

In radio news, major radio companys report their third quarter earnings results. Sirius Satellite makes major channel lineup changes further breaking up its decades series of channels. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson October Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer wil come along with those call letter and format changes. This will be followed by a sample of the Toucher and Rich morning show heard on radio station WBZ FM as well as being regionally syndicated. Next we will travel to New York City and hear the end of country music in the big apple, as WNSH FM changes to a classic Hip Hop format. Finally our classic aircheck takes us to Houston Texas and radio station Kenr A with their country format from March 10 1972, and some Pams series 21 jingles.M

We remember Mike Trivisonno.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 20:24:51 -0400

In radio news, Beasley Media syndicates two of its morning shows heard on their all sports radio stations. Say good bye to country radio in New York City, as WNSH FM addopts a classic Hip Hop format as 947 The Block. We will also let you know what is happening the street. This will be followed by your Calls and Feedback. Next, Call Letter and Format changed provided by Jennifer Sparks. This will be followed by part 2 of an interview of Ringo Star on the Mike Douglas television show from Apr 17, 1978. Our classic aircheck takes us to San Francisco Ca, and radio station Kits with their Hot Hits format from Aug, 13, 1983. Finally our feature station takes us back to San Francisco as we revisit KITS FM with their new Variety Hits format.

Sports gambling stations.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 20:33:31 -0400

In radio news, Liberty Media cells its steak in Iheart Media. Good bye alt and Hello Dave in San Francisco on radio station Kits fm. The drama continues on radio station WTMX FM in Chicago Illinois. We will let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we conclude our coverage of the Nealson September Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by a Ringo Star appearance on the Mike Douglas Television show from April 17th 1978. This weeks classic airchecks takes us to Boston Ma, and Shadoe Stevens on WRKO AM from April of 1969. Finally our featured station takes us back to Cape cod Ma and radio station WFRQ FM with their Variety Hits format.

Where all all the AM stations going?

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:27:31 -0400

In radio news, if your not vaccinated, you could loose your job. Sports is making big radio news. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and finally, we will continue our look at the Neilson September Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Boston Ma, and radio announcer John Garabedian from Jun, 17 1971. Our featured station takes us to Cape Cod Ma, and radio station WKFY FM.

Talk radio from south Florida

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:53:04 -0400

In radio news, the Eric Ferguson saga continues with more allegations of sexual misconduct. The National association of broadcasters comments on radio ownership to the FCC. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson September Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by your calls and feedback. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and formats segment. This will be followed by a feature presented by Bill Sparks on Neil Rogers from Occtober 13th 1993 on WQAM AM from Miami Florida. This weeks classic aircheck remembers the late

We have reached a milestone number 600.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:24:15 -0400

In radio news, a Chicago morning personallity faces a lawsuit. Ryan Seacrest renews his contract with Iheart Media. Cox Media Faces a round of layoffs, and we will let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed by Jennifers call letter and formats segment. Next Bill will present an aircheck of Art Pallan from KDKA in Pittsburgh Pa from December 1969. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to New York City and Don Geronimo from Sept 7th 1977 on WXLO FM. Finally our featured station takes us to Wausau Wisconsin and radio station Wozz fm with their version of the Jack adult hits format.

WBZ remembered.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:31:58 -0400

In radio news, a new morning show airs on Fox Sports Radio. Audacy makes job cutbacks in St. Louis Mo. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the September Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by two segments celebrating the hundreth anniversary of radio station WBZ AM. This includes a WBZ AM newscast from November 13th 1968, and an aircheck of WBZ AM from 02-17-1966. Finally our featured station takes us to New Carlial Indiana and radio station WYET FM throwback 102.3 with their 80s 90s format.

We remember 911 on WTOP.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 21:27:33 -0400

In radio news two familiar voices return to radio. We'll let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we continue our look at the Neilson August Personal People meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifers call letter and formats segment. Next Bill Sparks will present 911 coverage from radio station WTOP fm from Washington D.C. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Nashville Tn, where we will here Coyote Mccloud from October 22, 1973. Finally this weeks featured station is KDCZ FM from Rochester MN with their new Classic Rock format.

Radio at it's best.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:59:03 -0400

In radio news, the FCC is seeking comments concerning the future of radio ownership. There is sports news effecting radio stations in Philidelphia Pa, and Chicago Il. Finally we will let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed by listener feedback. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, followed by Bill Sparks feature from WWL AM from New Orleans La and news coverage concerning hurricane Idah. This weeks classic aircheck is a sales presentation for radio station WXTC FM from Charleston Sc from September of 1985. Finally our featured station takes us to Austin Texas and radio station KVEThd2 with their 80s format.

Internet radio its like you never left home.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 20:26:22 -0400

In radio news, there is lots of sports news effecting listeners in De Troit Michigan, Phoenix Arizona, and Seattle Washington. We will also let you know what is happening on the street, and guess what a Hall of Fame for chicago based artists is opening up soon. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed up by Bill sparks feature on Hurricane Katrina from Fox News. Our classic aircheck takes us to Riviera Beach Florida and radio announcer Chris Eddwards from radio station WHEW AM from May 5th 1966. Finally this weeks featured station takes us to New York City and afternoon drive programming on radio station WHTZ FM.

Music talk on the radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:31:47 -0400

In radio news, ESPN makes major changes to its on air lineup. Executive action at the Fan in Indianapolis, and a news sports radio station for Oklahoma City. We will also let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Neilson July Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes, and feature segment presented by Bill on WCAU FM Kevin Fennessy hosting a talk show about music. This weeks classic aircheck is an aircheck of WCAU FM Tery Young from Jan, 22, 1985. Finally this weeks featured station takes us to New York City and WAXQ as they celebrate 25 years of classic rock.

?Will Bernie Egan like 98.9 Mooresville Indiana.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 20:30:58 -0400

In radio news Urban One and Cumulus require all employees to be vaccinated before being allowed to return to work. Urban One radio stations are now available on the Audacy Radio platform. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the July Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Next Bill will come along with a Houston Texas band scan from 1984. This weeks classic airchecks takes us to Louisville Kentucky and two airchecks from radio station WKLO AM from 1971 and 1972. Finally our feature station has us traveling to Denvver Co, and the format change of radio station KFCO FM to classic Hip Hop and Rhythmic format.

Talk Radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:41:11 -0400

In radio news, radio's ecconomic recovery is evident. WINS AM adds content for the hispanic community of New York. We will let you know what is happening on the street and begin our look at the Neilson July Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill will feature an interview with Mark Larson fomer talk host at radio station WFLA AM from Tampa Florida and how Rush Limbaugh revolutionized talk radio. Our classic aircheck takes us to Hartford Ct and doug Taylor on WDRC FM from October 1978. Finally we revisit WDRC AM and hear how they sound with their Classic rock format.

Radio and MTV

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 20:48:40 -0400

In radio news, Iheart and Tunein, are together once again, with the stations owned by Iheart Radio on the tunein platform. Three major radio companys report their second quarter revenue results. We will let you know what is happen on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson June Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format segment. Bill will present a feature on Bob Lassiter's final radio talk show on December 1st 1999. My special feature celebrates 40 years of MTV. Finally this weeks classic aircheck takes us to Minneappolis Mn and Bill Lee on radio station WLOL FM.

?How many AM stations can you receive from Mississippi or Alabama.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:24:17 -0400

In radio news, Audacy consolidates programming on its top40 radio stations. Another am radio station bites the dust, caused by the value of the land that its towers sit on. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson June Personal People Meter ratings. Next Jennifer will provide us with call letter and format changes, and bill will feature news from WHO AM from Des Moin Iowa from March 22, 1979. Our classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles California and legendary radio station KFWB AM and Wink Martindale from June 2nd 1965. Finally we travel to Anchorage Alaska and listen to Alternative rock heard on radio station KZND FM.

Countdowns yes or no.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 20:34:09 -0400

In radio news, WABC AM in New York City adds a new music variety show for weekends. Sirius Xm radio adds a new talk show hosted by Megyn Kelly. Buffalo New York sais so long to the lake, and we let you know what is happening on the street. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and bill will take us to North Virnon Indiana and we get to hear radio station WOCH AM from February 1974. Our Classic aircheck takes us back to New York City and Cousin Brucie on WINS AM from July 1960. Finally we feature Sirius XM Classic Vinyl Channel counting down the top 400 classic rock songs of all time during the fourth of July weekend.

Radio then and now.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:35:23 -0400

In radio news, Audacy adds 400 Internet only music radio stations. The Educational Media Foundation purchases two radio stations in northern New York, to enter the Mon Treal Canada radio market. We will let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we conclude our look at the May Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill will present a feature on KYW AM from Philidelphia Pa on Jul. 19, 1977 and their all news format. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Mobile Alabama and radio station wabb am from the fall of 1964. Finally we visit Evansville In and listen to mornings at radio station WABX FM.

Radio now and then.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:41:57 -0400

In radio news, it's all about talk radio and sports gambling. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson May Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jenifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill will continue his 1960 radio AM band scan. This weeks classic takes us back to Buffalo New York and Super Shannon on wgrq fm from May 31, 1974. Finally our featured station takes us to Wausau Wi, and radio station WDEZ FM with their morning show.

AM Band Scans.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 20:26:31 -0400

In radio news, low power tv stations broadcasting analog music formats on 87.7 may continue with special temporary authority. Family is attempting to resume broadcasting on the AM band in New York City. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson May Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format segment, and Bill will present a 1960s band scan. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles California, and radio KTNQ AM from April of 1978 with radio announcer Nancy Plum. Finally our featured station segment takes us to Waco Texas and radio station KBRQ FM with their rock format.

?is streaming here to stay.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 20:27:25 -0400

In radio news, Iheart media hires a replacement for Buck Sexton. Cox Media is hit with a ransomware attack. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill will present a feature from Kaay Am from Littlerock Ak on June 5th 1968. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to portland Oregon and we get to hear Mike Phillips from KGW AM from June 1975. Finally our featured station takes us to the United Kingdom and we get to hear Planet Rock.

Shuffle to Buffalo.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 22:01:05 -0400

In radio news, the competition is heating up as to who will replace the late Rush Limbaugh. Now that the summer time is approaching, many radio stations are changing their formats. Finally we will let you know what is happening on the street. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill will present a feature on radio station WGR AM from Buffalo New York from 1975. This weeks classic aircheck remembers the late Tom Shannon from July 1961 on radio station WKBW AMin Buffalo New York. Finally our featured station segment spotlights two format changes over the Memorial Day weekend. WZPR FM from Nags Head NC and WOLZ FM from Fort Myers FL.

Chicago Chicago

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 May 2021 20:30:38 -0400

In radio news, Political correctness is the buzz word in Boston Ma, and Los Angeles Ca. Cumulus changes many of its radio stations to talk. We let you know what is happening on the streets, and continue our look at the Neilson April Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format changesn and Bill, will provide us an aircheck of WMAQ AM from Chicago with their all news format from 1991. This weeks classic aircheck is WCFL AM from Chicago and Ron O'brien from June 8th 1972. Finally our featured station takes us back to Chicago and mornings on radio station WUSN FM with their country format.

Hot Wax Weekends remembered.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 May 2021 21:02:16 -0400

In radio news, a bounce hits canada. Iheart donates two radio stations serving Dayton Ohio to the Delmarva Educational Association. WMAL FM in Washington DC makes changes to its on air lineup. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the April Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer will come along with call letter and format changes. Bill will take us to Cincinnaty and we will hear WLW AM from 1983. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Toronto Canada, where we listen to CHUM AM and Hal Weaver from June 28th 1969. Our featured station takes us to Mon Treal Canada and we will listen to CJSV FM.

?Can the soft rock format make it today.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 May 2021 21:39:44 -0400

In radio news, more major radio groups report their first quarter revenue results, with traditional down, and digital up. Bob and Sheri return to Charlott Norrth Carolina with their syndicated morning show on WKQC FM. Finally we will let you know what is happening on the street. Next up, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will take us to columbus Ohio and we will hear WCSI AM from 1974. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Los Angeles California and we get to hear radio station KHJ AM and the reel Don Steel from Jan. 21, 1966. Finally our featured station keeps us in Los angeles California and we get to hear mellow rock on KNX FM 93 internet radio station.

AM stations going away.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 May 2021 20:29:05 -0400

In radio news, the Local Radio Freedom Act is back in play. Beasley Media reports its first quarter revenue results with digital improving. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Neilson March Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This will be followed by Bills featured station WSLM AM from Salem Indiana from 1974. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Newhaven CT and Bill Bemish on WAVZ AM from 09-16-1965. Finally this weeks featured station recognizes radio station WPLR FM from Newhaven CT as they celebrate 50 years playing rock music.

Great radio memories.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 20:26:09 -0400

In radio news, Kmox Am adds a new locally produced mid day talk show. Wilk AM in Wilkes Barre Pa, goes live and local with its talk programming durring the day. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson March Personal People Ratings. jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill Sparks will provide a feature on WENS FM's first day. Our classic aircheck is Ron Philips at radio station KIOA AM from Des Moin Iowa from Feb. 22, 1972. Finally this weeks featured station takes us back to Des Moin Iowa and mornings as heard on KAZR FM from Des Moin as well.

Small town radio and how much it means to us.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 20:33:11 -0400

In radio news Minnesota Public Radio and American Public media change their name to Your classical Brand. A New York City surbaban AM station goes all digital. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the March Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. We follow this up with Call Letter and Format Changes, and Bill Sparks takes us to Salem Indiana and we get to hear WSLM Am. This weeks classic aircheck takes us back to April 18th 1965 and we get to hear Jack Lacey on WINS AM on his last show before WINS addopts its All News Format. Finally in our featured station we travel accross the pond and hear Gold Radio from London England.

A radio live firing.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:53:06 -0400

In radio news Televisa and Univision may become one company barring governmental regulation. Bob and Sherry unlink from their flagship radio station in Charlotte NC. Finally we let you know what is happening on the street. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill will present a segment of TV News from Tuscaloosa Al. This weeks aircheck takes us to Birmingham Alabama and the fireing of Coyote Calhoon from the radio station. Finally our featured station takes us to Springfield Ma, and Hall of Fame country.

Pams Jingles.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 20:16:54 -0400

In radio news, the United States Supreme Court affirms the FCC's right to change radio ownership rules allowing for radio stations and newspapers to be owned by the same company. We have lots of news on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the Neilson February Personal People Meter ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents a feature on Tiger Woods unfortunate car accident. Our classic aircheck segment takes us to Bakersfield California and radio station KAFY AM with Dick Lions doing the overnight show in October of 1966. Finally our featured station continues our visit to Bakersfield California and radio station KGFM with their variety hits format.

So long Entercom Hello Audacy

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 21:55:34 -0400

In radio news, Entercom changes its name to Audacy. A radio morning host out of Buffalo learns a hard lesson, think before you speak. We let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we continue our look at the Neilson February Personal People Meter Ratings. Our classic aircheck takes us to San Diego California and Bobby Wayne on KCBQ AM from 1967. Finally our featured station segment keeps us in San Diego and mornings at KFBG FM.

Radio's recovery is getting there but rather slowly

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 21:00:17 -0400

In radio news, Urban One reports its fourth quarter revvenue for 2020. Cumulus Media hires a new replacement to compete with the Rush Limbaugh show. We let you know what is happening on the street. Bill Sparks presents a feature on Bob Wolf sports announcer. This weeks classic aircheck is WCAU FM from 02-11-1982. Finally our featured station is WJSR FM from Richmond VA with their 80s format.

The business of radio is beginning to recover

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 21:08:30 -0400

In radio news, more radio groups report their fourth quarter revenue results. Global a British company wants to increase its steak in Iheart Radio. More radio stations are replacing Rush Limbaugh with local programming. Finally we will let you know what is happening on the street. Bill sparks will present a special feature, the last interview given by WSM AM radio personallity Grant Turner. Our featured station takes us to Chicago Illinois and we listen to radio station WDRV FM celebrateits 20th anniversary. Finally our classic aircheck takes us to Providence Road Island and radio station WSNE FM from April of 1985.

Your favorite radio station and why?

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 20:22:49 -0500

In radio news, Salem reports their fourth quarter revenue results. New York's WABC AM makes changes to its radio on air schedule. We let you know what is happening on the street, and provide coverage of Neilson's January Personal People Meter Ratings. This is followed up by Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will take a look at the top 25 radio stations in his featured segment. Our classic aircheck takes us to Dallas Texas and radio station KLIF AM and Chuck Dunaway from May 27th 1963. Finally our featured station takes us to Lake George New York and radio station WCKM FM with a classic hits format.

Jeff's mentor in radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 20:27:38 -0500

In radio news Iheart Radio and Entercom report their fourth quarter revenue results. KMOX gets an FM translator. We let you know what is happening on the street. Finally we continue our look at the Neilson January Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This is followed by Bill Sparks feature on John Grayson on Ktrs am from St. Louis. This weeks classic aircheck is of Bill Brown from WOR FM on Oct. 2nd 1969. Finally the featured station is Jack FM from Kalamazoo Mi.

Talk radio and how it should be.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:20:47 -0500

In radio news Cumulus Media reports its fourth quarter revenue results. Worcester Massachusetts gains a new rock station. We let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson January Personal People Meter Ratings. This is followed up by Jennifer's Call Letter and Format Changes segment. Next up, Bill Sparks presents us with a feature from Kmox Am in St. Louis Mo. This weeks featured station takes us to Rochester New York, and we get to Hear Dave Kane on radio station WCMF FM who has been with the radio station for 40 years. Finally our classic aircheck takes us to Mckeesport Pa and a young Rush Limbaugh from 1971.

Rush remembered.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 20:38:49 -0500

In radio news, Kevin Rider returns to Los Angeles radio and Entercom hires a new vice president of sports programming. We will also let you know what is happening on the street. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will provide us with a feature on Behind the Bricks extra hosted by Bob Jenkins. This weeks featured station presents WCNS AM from Latrobe Pennsylvania with their oldies format. Finally this weeks classic aircheck presents Stoney Richard from WRQX FM from Washington D.C. from February of 1979.

Man with a golden voice.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 20:59:39 -0500

In radio news, New York looses an AM radio station. Bell Media of Canada undergoes major layoffs. We let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the Neilson Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next comes Jennifer with her call letter and format changes, followed by Bill Sparks featured of the golden voice from Columbus Ohio. Our classic aircheck takes care of a request from a listener who wants to hear Joey Reynolds from WKBW AM from 1965. Finally this weeks featured station is KKOL FM from Honolulu Hawaii with their classic hits format.

Great sports radio memories from 1972.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 20:32:24 -0500

In radio news, Entercom is looking for a new program director and vice president of sports programming. Sirius Satellite radio dedicates four specialty channels celebrating Black History Month. We let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we continue our look at the Neilson Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Next, Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will present a feature on Arm Forces Radio and sports programming. This weeks classic aircheck remembers the late Bill Tanner heard on radio station WHYI FM from Miami Florida in February of 1978. Finally our featured station takes care of a listener request for radio station WGXI from Plymouth Wisconsin with their country format.

We remember Larry King.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 20:40:24 -0500

In radio news, Alpha media files for chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection. Entercom gets in to the sports gambling game. We let you know what is happening on the street. We will also begin our look at the Neilson Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed by Jennifer's call letter and format changes segment. Bill Sparks will provide a feature on the late Larry king. We'll follow this up with an aircheck of Ed Hider on WMEX AM in Boston Ma from Jan. 31st 1961. Finally our featured station takes us to Bridgeport Connecticut and mornings at radio station WEZN FM.

Radio station sign-offs

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:49:17 -0500

In radio news, there is more consolidation within the Entercom owned and operated radio stations, while Beasley takes another AM radio station dark. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the December Neilson Personal People Meter ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes. This weeks featured stations include WPLW AM from Raleigh NC with their rock format, and WJEF FM from Lafayet In a high school radio station. This weeks classic aircheck is a sales presentation produced by the folks at KRTH FM from Los Angeles in December of 1991.

Some Cleveland radio history.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:58:05 -0500

In radio news, Entercom and Cumulus make changes to the radio landscape. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson December Personal People Meter Ratings. This is followed by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks takes us to Cleveland Ohio, and we get to hear the change of KYW AM to WKYC AM. This weeks classic aircheck also takes us to Cleveland Ohio, where we get to hear WKYC AM and Jackson Armstrong from Jan. 5th 1967. Finally this weeks featured station takes to Austin Texas where we get to hear KGSR FM with their top hits and flashback format as Lucy 933 fm.

We are back and loaded with new content.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 20:46:04 -0500

In radio news, Entercom makes changes to the radio landscape in New York City and Hartford Ct. We say goodbye to Radio Disney. We'll also let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson December Personal People Meter ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill will feature an interview of Donald Trump done by Lary King. In our featured station segment we travel to Wilkes Barre Pa and listen to radio station WQFM with their 90s to now format, and we will travel to Toronto Canada and listen to radio station CKDX FM with their soft variety format. TThis weeks classic aircheck brings us to Springfield Il where we listen to WDBR FM countdown the top songs of 1976.

Happy Holidays from the ATR production team.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:52:20 -0500

In radio news, the Jeff Fox show joins Sun Broadcast Group. WABC AM adds more music programming to its weekend lineup. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the Neilson November Personal People Meter Ratings. Next Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes segment. We will follow this up with Bill Sparks look back at the life of the late Steve Cooper. This weeks classic aircheck is WLCY AM from St. Petersburg Florida on Christmas day in 1967. Finally our featured station presents WABY AM from Albanny New York with their classic country format.

Radio review Sangean HDR-18 HD radio.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 21:30:39 -0500

In radio news, more layoffs hit Iheart Radio. Howard Stearn inks out another five year contract with Sirius Satelite Radio. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill sparks will present a feature on Donald Davidson and the 1964 Indianapolis 500 race. This featured station segment covers two markes, Brunswick Georgia and country music from wrjy fm, and Alternative rock on WDZH FM from Detroit Michigan. Finally this weeks classic aircheck takes us to San Francisco and Bobby Mitchel on kya am from November of 1961.

The shortest format changes in history.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 20:42:12 -0500

In radio news, the FCC will be changing in 2021 under the Joseph Biden administration. More layoffs hit Iheart Radio, and Townsquare Media. We'll let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson November Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, while Bill sparks will air a feature on the retireing Clark Howard from Atlanta Georgia. Our classic aircheck will revisit the Christmas Lights channel from Iheart Radio originally broadcast in 2015, and our featured station takes us to Buffalo New York to hear every thing that rocks on WBUF FM.

Thanksgiving special NBC News and information.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 19:48:45 -0500

NBC News and information service.

?Is local radio going away.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 20:33:05 -0500

In radio news, more radio groups continue to report their third quarter revenue results. Urban One makes changes to the radio landscape in Philadelphia Pa with Entercom owned and operated all news radio stationKYW AM simulcasting its all news format on the fm band. We will also let you know what is happening on the street. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes, followed up by a review of a website where you can listen to FM radio stations broadcasting on the Internet by Bill Sparks. This weeks classic aircheck is CKLW and their radio announcer Tom Shannon from Nov. 17th 1967. This weeks featured station takes us to Iron City Michigan and radio station WIKB FM with their classic rock and classic hits format.

Sweet city woman

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 20:25:37 -0500

IN radio news, a swap of stations between Entercom, and Urban One leads to format changes in multiple markets. Radio companys begin reporting on their third quarter revenue results. We let you know what is happening on the street and conclude our coverage of the Neilson October Personal People Meter ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Next we'll present a feature segment on the late Alix Trebek. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Cincinnati Ohio where we'll hear a composite aircheck of WSAI AM from 1971. Finally our featured station keeps us in Cincinnati Ohio where we'll hear WAKW the Contemporary Christian format with Christmas music.

KDKa was 100 this week.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 20:34:39 -0500

In radio news, more layoffs hit Iheart Radio stations. The Black Information Network gains an affiliate in New Yorrk City. We'll let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson October Personal People Meter ratings. Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format changes, and we'll present a feature on KDKA AM which is celebrating their hundreth anniversaryas a radio station. Our featured radio station takes us to Grand Rapids Michigan where radio station WBFX fm has changed to a classic hits radio station. Finally our classic airchecks segment keeps us in Grand Rapids Michigan where we'll hear WGRD AM and WLAV AM both top40 radio stations.

Radio election coverage.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 20:27:38 -0400

In radio news, the FCC allows AM radio stations to go to an all digital format on a voluntary basis. Cleveland gains a new alternative rock station. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson October Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill sparks will present a newscast from Jan 5th 1948 of John Cameron Swayze on the NBC Radio Network. Our featured station presents Jumping Jeff Walker from WKRZ FM from Wilkes Barre Pa which celebrated its 40th anniversary as a top40 station. Finally this weeks classic aircheck remembers the late Dave Hull from Krla Am in Los Angeles from September of 1966.

Mike Pence from 1997

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 21:28:44 -0400

In radio news KDKA Pittsburgh gains an fm signal via a translator. The cleveland Cavaliers continue their relationship with Iheart Radio on Cleveland's WTAM AM and WMMS FM. We let you know what is happening on the street and remember sports columnist Sid Hartman who passed away at the age of #100 years. Jennifer wil come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill will let us hear Vice President Mike Pence when he hosted a talk show in Indianapolis Indiana. Our classic airchec takes to Tucson Arizona and KIKX AM from Mar. 29th 1969. Finally our featured station keeps us in Tucson as we listen to KDRI AM with their oldies format.

?will talk radio change after the election.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 20:34:42 -0400

In radio news, the FCC is considering allowing AM Radio Stations to adopt an all digital format. WABCAM adds a live local all night show, and adds a new oldies show on Saturday Night. We let you know what is happening on the street, and we conclude our look at the Neilson September Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer Sparks will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill Sparks Feature is news from WILM AM from Wilmington Delaware. Our classic aircheck is Boston's WZOU FM and Jim Cutler from October of 1984. Finally my featured station is WRBQ FM and the M J morning show.

New features to help play your favorite radio station or podcast.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 20:25:33 -0400

In radio news, the United States Supreme court will revisit the FCC's cross ownership with radio and newspapers whicdh was struck down by the third circuit court of appeals in 2017. The Black information network expands to Columbus Ohio, and Miami Florida. We'll also provide news on the street. Jennifer will come along with her call letter and format changes, and Bill sparks will present a feature on WABC in New York entry in to the talk radio areana from 19822. Our classic aircheck brings us to Albany Neew York and WGFM from April 4th 1984 with their top40 format. Finally our featured station takes us to Las Vegas NV and KVGQ FM with their next generation oldies format.

Worldwide radio coverage

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:15:47 -0400

In radio news, Iheart media debuts a new sports network, and does not rehire furlowed employees. A new black talk station is comeing to Milwaukee Wi. We'll also provide news on the street, and we begin our look at the Neilson September personal people meter ratings. Jenniffer will come along with her call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks feature is an aircheck of Ray Stevens on radio 2UW from Sydney Australia. This weeks classic aircheck is Lee Sims on KRLA AM from Los Angeles on April 30th, 1971. Finally my featured station is KHCV FM serving Palm Springs California with their new Classic hits format.

TV Theme Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 20:28:35 -0400

In radio news, a star falls in Atlanta Ga, and cutbacks hit two sports radio stations in atlanta as well. A radio talk host returns to Kansas City Mo. We will let you know what is happening on the street. We'll have Jennifer's call letter and format changes, and Bill Sparks will present a station stunting with tv themes in preparation of a new format. Our classic aircheck takes us to Kansas City Mo, and Jerry Mason from WHB AM on Sept. 4th 1964. Finally our featured station also takes us back to Kansas City Mo, with the in house syndicated Striker and Cline show from Entercom owned and operated radio station KROQ FM From Los Angeles California.

We feature Indianapolis Radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 20:32:32 -0400

In radio news Entercom reorganizes its country and alternative rock radio stations with massive layoffs and personel changes. Iheart radio purchases a radio station in New York City for its Black Information Network service. We let you know what is happening on the street and conclude our look at the Neilson August Personal People meter ratings. We will also have Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks will feature a segment on WXLW am and their freqequency change in 1955, and my classic aircheck also lets us hear WXLW am promoting something big in 1974. Finally my featured station presents WND fm from Indianapolis new morning personallity Steve Dent on this rock radio station.

More cut backs and format changes.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:28:43 -0400

In radio news WGN AM revamps its on air daytime schedule. KDKA fires an on air personallity for her comments. We will let you know what is happening on the street. Plus call letter and format changes from Jenniffer Sparks, and a look back at the news from may 1st 1975 from KNX AM. Our classic aircheck takes us back to Oklahoma City and koma from August of 1971. Finally in our featured station segment we listen to WEBG FM from Chicago Il, with their new rock format and WGUS FM from Augusta Ga with their new soft adult contemporary format.

Steve Nomer tribute show

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 08:20:56 -0400

A tribute to Steve Nomer longtime broadcaster on the Legend

Call-letters or slogans. WGBH or GBH

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 20:41:58 -0400

In radio news, Iheart Radio expands the black Information Network to more major markets. Two radio iconsrenew their contracts with two major media companys. We will let you know what is happening on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson August Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer Sparks will provide us with call letter and format changes, and Bill Sparks provides us with a morning newscast from radio station WCKY AM from Cincinnati Ohio. This weeks featured station takes us to Yakima Washing and we will hear oldies on KTCR AM. Finally our classic aircheck takes us to Winnipeg Manitoba and radio announcer Jim Darrin from august 12th 1965.

This show is dedicated to Steve Nomer who passed away on August 27 2020 One of the finest broadcasters.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 20:51:34 -0400

In radio news, Entercom reorganizes its format captains and hires a director for its news and news talk stations, while Saga Communications hires a new national director of programming. We let you know what is happening on the street as well. Plus there is Jennifer's call letter and format changes followed up by a feature on Jane Barbe the voice of those telephone time announcements. This weeks classic aircheck takes us to Wichitaw Ks and radio station Kleo am from 1974, and our featured station takes us to Pittsburgh Pa and radio station WShh fm.

What a hot mic can do.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 20:47:49 -0400

In radio news, Cumulus Media ends its Local Market agreement with Kesn FM in dallas Texas. Iheart Radio is attempting to purchase radio time for its Black Information Radio network. Apple introduces two new Internet radio Stations and renames Beats1 radio to Apple Music Radio. We let you know what is happening on the street, and conclude our look at the July Neilson Personal People Mater Ratings. This will be followed up with Jenniffer's Call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks remembers the great Chicago Blizzard of 1967. This weeks classic aircheck remembers the late Pat O'dayon radio station Kjr am in Seattle Washington. Finally we travel to Springfield Mo and listen to 987 the Dove KTXR FM, and then we move to Jacksonville Nc with their classic rock format.

Bring the teletype back on KYW.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 20:44:12 -0400

In radio news more major radio groups report their second quarter revenue results. A radio icon returns to WABC AM in New York. We'll provide you with news on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson July Personal People Meter Ratings. We will also have Jenniffer's call letter and format segment, plus Bill Sparks will provide us with a feature on Mike Golics emotional farewell from ESPN Radio. Our classic aircheck is a tribute to the late Bill Mack from Aug. 3rd 1957 when he worked at KWFT AM in Wichita Falls Tx. Finally my featured station takes us to Providence Ri and radio station WCTK FM with their country format.

Comparing two radio stations.

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Aug 2020 20:55:13 -0400

In radio news major radio groups report their second quarter revenue results, and they are not pretty. ESPN New York revamps their weekday lineup to make way for their national shows. We provide news on the street, and begin our look at the Neilson July Personal People Meter Ratings. We'll also present Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes, plus an aircheck of Cousin Brucie from WABC AM from October of 1963. In our featured station segment we listen to two radio stations. WCSX FM from Detroit Mi, with their classic rock format, and WLMI FM from Lansing Mi and critique these stations formats. Finnaly Bill Sparks will present a listen to the Black Information Network from Atlanta Ga.

We say goodbye to some broadcast icons. Show 544 for July 30 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 20:37:26 -0400

In radio news, Mike Francesa resigns from WFAN for the third time, while Bubba the Lovve Sponge inks out radio Syndication deals for stations in Detroit Mi, and Pittsburg Pa. We let you know what is happening on the street, and finally we conclude our look at the June Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. We'll also have call letter and format changes from Jenniffer, and Bill Sparks will look back at the life of Johnny Randolf former announcer at radio station WAKY AM from Louisville, who passed away at the age of 78. This weeks classic aircheck remembers WKNR AM and Gary Stevens from 1964. Finally we travel to Nashville Tn and listen to Eddie Stubs from WSM AM just before he retires from the radio station after 25 years.

We talk Cincinnati radio Show 543 for July 23 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 21:19:30 -0400

In radio news Nick Cannon takes a leave from radio after his anti semitic comments get him fired from Viacom. America's truckin network refrains from political talk. We let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson June Personal People meter ratings. We'll also provide you with Jennifer's call letter and format changes, and Bill sparks will feature a look at Buffalo New York radio giants part 1. Our classic aircheck takes us back to Cincinnati Ohio and radio WUBE AM with their drake form from the spring of 1968. Finally we get radio station WUBE FM radio announcer Duke Hamilton who has retired from this radio station after 42 years.

We survived the crash. Show 542 for July 16 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 20:54:53 -0400

IN radio news, major cutbacks hit Cumulus and Westwood1. Iheart radio inaugurates a radio news service aimed at the black community. ESPN Radio revamps its weekday lineup. We provide news on the street,and begin our look at the Neilson June Personal People Meter Ratings. We also present Jennifer's call letter and format changes, and a look back at Kansas City Mo 1968 holy week riots presented by Bill Sparks. Our classic aircheck remembers Arnie Ginsburg from boston's WMEX AM from Dec. 12th 1965. Finally our featured station takes us to Miami Florida where we listen to radio station WMIA FM and their 90s based format.

A station with out live deejays. Show 541 for June 25, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news a new morning show is headed to radio station WUSN FM in Chicago Il. WQLL AM has fired its entire air staff and a format changes is imminent. We'll have news on the street and we will conclude our look at the May Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up is Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes followed by Bill Sparks band scan of Boston Radio Morning Drivefrom June 1984. Our classic aircheck takes us back to February of 1988 and Whqt fm from Miami Florida. Finally this weeks featured station is KRVE FM from Baton Ruge La and the syndicated morning hosted by Murphy Sam and Jody.

AM Band scans ?what do you think. Show 540 for June 18, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In our radio news segment, Townsquare Media and Beasley Media report their first quarter revenue results. Cleveland radio owners come together to produce a radio show on racial relationships called Justice for all. We let you know what's happening on the street, and continue our look at the Neilson May Personal People Meter Ratings. This is followed by Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes, and we provide a night time band scan from Phoenix Az. This weeks classic aircheck is Roger Barkley from Kimn Am in Denver Co from 09-04 1960. Finally we feature an 80s rock station KZLK from Rapid City Sd.

One hundred years of radio. Show 539 June 11 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In our radio news segment, racial insensitivity causes a afternoon radio team to be fired, and a morning radio presenter to be suspended without pay for a week. We let you know what is happening on the street, and provide our first look at the Neilson May Personal People Meter ratings. We will foll this up with Jennifer's call letter and format changes, and in Bill Sparks feature we will look at a century of radio as radio celebrates 100 years. Our classic aircheck presents the format change of WEGX FM in Philadelphia Pa change from top40 to smoothe jazz. Finally our featured station provides a listen to mornings as heard on radio KESZ FM from Phoenix As.

Is radio better today than 30 years ago. Show 538 for June 04, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In our radio news segment Urban 1 and Salem Media report their first quarter revenue results. Entercom flips WODS FM in Boston to Variety Hits. Finally we provide news on the street. We will follow this up with Jennifer's Call Letter and format changes, followed by a Miami morning radio band scan from Bill sparks from February of 1991. Our classic aircheck features Dick Biondi on KRLA AM from Jun, 14th 1967. Finally this week's featured station is WODS FM from Boston Ma with their Variety hits format.

NewsTalk leads the way. Show 537 for May 28, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 28 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In our radio news segment we take a look at some of the format changes that have occurred during the Memorial Day weekend. WFUV FM pledges to play a 50 percent mix of male and female artists. We also let you know what is happening on the street, and provide a final look at the Neilson April Personal People Meter Ratings. Next comes Jennifer's call letter and format changes, follow by Bill Sparks Connecticut radio band scan. Our classic aircheck is Ken Knox from Klif Am in Dallas Texas from Jan. 4th 1961. Finally our featured station takes us to Aukland New Zealand and we listen to Magic FM with their top 500 countdown of the feel good songs.

How Jeff altered the podcast. All Things Radio Live 536 for May 21, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 21 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In our radio news segment we take a look at how some radio groups are trying to get back to normal. Is working from home an absolute right? We let you know what is happening on the street, and provide a continuing look at the April Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. Jennifer Sparks provides us with call letter and format changes and Bill Sparks provides us with an Orlando Florida band scan. Our classic aircheck is WBZ AM's morning man Carl Desuze from April 13, 1961. Finally we feature KTWV FM from Los Angeles California and their morning host Pat Prescot on this Rhythmic Adult Contemporary format.

Legend Oldies Radio 15th anniversary party. May 15, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Sat, 16 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400

15th anniversary celebration live broadcast with guests and callers.

What about those format changes. Show 535 for May 14, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 14 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400

In radio news we look at how some major radio groups report their first quarter revenue results, Plus news on the street. We also begin our look at the Neilson April Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up its Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents a feature on WWL from New Orleans La. Our classic aircheck brings us to York Pa, and Dan Donovan on WSBA AM from Jun, 14, 1967. Finally our featured station takes us to Portland Oregon, and we will listen to mornings on radio station KKCW FM.

Zoom and live broadcasting and there issues. Show 534 for May 07, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 07 May 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news, Hubbard Broadcasting makes major layoffs. Radio one asks the FCC for experimental authority to go all digital on WTLC AM in Indianapolis Indiana. We'll also have news on the street and conclude our look at the Neilson March Personal People Meter ratings, Plus Call Letter and format changes from Genefer Sparks, as well as a Des Moin Iowa band scan from Bill Sparks. Our classic aircheck is from WCAU FM from Philadelphia in 1972 with their automated oldies format, and my featured station is KRWM FM from Seattle Washington.

Memphis Radio October 1975. Episode 533 for April 30, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news, there is future pain for Iheart employees. San Diego Gains another talk radio station, we have news on the street, our continuous look at the March Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. We also have Genefers Call letter and format changes, Bill Sparks Feature on Menphis radio from 1975. Our classic aircheck is WOGL FM from February of 2004 and big Ron O'brien. Finally our featured station is mornings on WFEZ FM from Miami Florida.

We miss the News and information network from NBC News Show 532 for April 23, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news, Sonos enters the streaming radio market, while sports radio stations figure out what to do without sports programming. We also provide news on the street, as well as Genepher's call letter and format changes and Bill sparks featured segment on WKNR AM from Cleveland Ohiowith sports talk. Our classic aircheck segment takes us to Charleston Sc, and radio station WTMA AM from 1964 and their announcer Bobby Mitchel. Finally we listen to radio station WLTW FM from New York City.

Where's radio going. ATR Live 531 for April 16, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news, job cutbacks hit Alpha Media, Cumulus Media and Urban1. Say goodbye to The Cane show, and the Brook and Juble Morning shows. We let you know what is also happening on the street. We also present Genephers call letter and format changes. Bill Sparks presents a flashback to 1979 and the Wally Philips show from WGN AM in Chicago Il. Our classic aircheck is Bob Green from WKNR AM from Detroit Mi from radio station WKNR AM on Aug. 19, 1967. Finally we hear mornings on radio station WWSW FM from Pittsburgh Pa.

More layoffs in radio. Podcast 530 for April 09 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 09 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news, Entercom employees are laid off Wnew FM is hit with a $20,000 fine, and we have news on the street plus Genefers call letter and format changes. Bill features an interview of Fast Eddie from the Dave Elliot morning show heard on WGUF FM from Naples Fl. This weeks classic aircheck is Rus Knight on KLIF AM from Aug. 29th 1961. This weeks featured station is WMVY FM from Martha's Vineyard Ma with their alternative music format.

How important is radio Podcast 529 for April 02 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0400

kentsterling.com

We honor a music legend. Podcast 528 for March 26, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:30:00 -0400

In radio news the economic effect of the Coronavirus is having its effecct on radio. Local Media cells KFMB AM to Iheart Media for 1.5 million dollars. We have news on the street, plus call letter and format changes. We remember the late Kenny Rogers with an interview that he did on the Bobby Bones show. Ourr Classic aircheck takes us to Seattle Washington and radio station KJR Am and the late Mike Phillips from Jan. 11, 1964. Finally our featured station takes us to Door County Wi, as we hear WSBW FM the Goat with their Variety Hits format.

How covid-19 is affecting radio. Show 527 for March 19, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:30:00 -0400

Inn radio news, radio is addapting to the effects of covid ninteen, we let you know what is happing on the street, as well as beginning our look at the Neilson February Personal People Meter ratings. We also present your calls and feedback, Genefers call letter and format changes. In Bill Sparks featured presentation we get to hear about a radio announcer who stayed awake for 201 hours in 1959. Our classic aircheck is the late Clark Webber from Sept 2nd 1966 on WLS AM, and our featured station is Kunv from Las Vegas Nv, with smoothe jazz and variety hits.

Covid-19 and the impact on radio Podcast 526 for March 12, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 18:30:00 -0400

Ratings Show 525 for March 05, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 18:30:00 -0500

In radio news, Iheart Media reports their fourth quarter revenue results. Entercom and NBC Universal face problems with sexual harrassment charges. We have news on the street, we also conclude our look at the Neilson January Personal People Meter ratings, Plus Call letter and format changes, a Tribute to TV personallity Dennis james. A classic aircheck from

Are big radio companies honest with there listeners. Podcast 524 for February 27, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 18:30:00 -0500

In radio news Cumulus and Entercom report their fourth quarter revenue results. There is news on the street, and continued look at the January Neilson Personal People Meter Ratings. We also have your calls and feedback, call letter and format changes, the final minutes of WAAF FM Super Soul Gold Radio, and Featured Station WEBG FM with the top 1000 country songs of all time.

If you love oldies we have you covered. episode 523 for February 20, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:30:00 -0500

WDJO, KMPC, Oldies radio

Episode 522 for February 13, 2020. Classic talk radio

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:30:00 -0500

Radio News: WSM-AM makes Job cuts, KFMB gets a reprieve, news on the street, Nielsen PPM Ratings plus call letter and format changes. Sally Jessy Raphael from Talknet. Featured station: KFMB-FM from San Diego. Classic Aircheck: WIBC AM.

Rush Limbaugh changed talk radio for ever. Show 521 for February 06, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 18:30:00 -0500

Radio News Segment Rush Limbaugh reveals diagnosis of stage 4 Lung Cancer, Job Cuts hit Entercom in Philadelphia Pa, Plus news on the street, and Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. Featured Station Segment WAKR AM from Akron Oh. WAKR-AM, soft Hits from Akron Ohio Classic aircheck Harry Harrison from WMCA AM on 07/12/1965

We honor Jim Lehrer and radio coverage of the Kobe Bryant tragedy. Podcast 520 January 30, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 18:30:00 -0500

Jim Lehrer, Kobe Bryant, Buffalo,

Who will be the first 24-7 local TV news channel, and what is the future for Sirius XM?

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 18:30:00 -0500

Radio news: Cumulus cuts jobs in Little Rock Arkansas and Oklahoma City, massive job cuts at iHeart Media, cord cutting news and Neilson December Personal People Meter Ratings. We feature KOOO-FM, variety hits from Omaha Nebraska and WLGX-FM, variety hits from Louisville Kentucky Our classic aircheck is bits from Rick Dees 1974 morning show on WSGN-AM in Burningham Alabama.

All Things Radio 518 for January 16, 2020

Bill Sparks and Jeff Bennett — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:30:00 -0500

Massive Layoffs at iHeart! What does this mean for the company and the broadcast industry in general. Audio documentary of the 1977 plane crash killing 29 persons including the entire University of Evansville basketball team; written about in the book titled "We Will Rise".