An already maturing format had suddenly become very strong with the additions of two nationally recognized talk hosts. Photograph from 1994. In October 1998, the call letters changed to WWDB. These were the days when some stations would give away $ if you answered your phone with "the phrase that pays." (ABC-Disney) (7-01). Dr. Yvonne Kaye is Highly Respected by Both Mental Health and Addiction Professionals. Program Home. Overnights belonged to national icon Larry King. "I am drinking no champagne," Smerconish said. I'm sorry that you received oral sex from a 21-year-old subordinate in the Oval Office. A few songs that are played on the Point stations: "Gimme All Your Lovin' " by ZZ Top; "Losing My Religion," by R.E.M. When WWDB abandoned its decades-old talk format and flipped it to '80s music last Monday, it not only double-crossed its listeners, it also double-crossed its local management and some on-air hosts, according to station insiders. But a large part of me is sorry to see it go. Craig Carton WIP mid-1990s, (returned part-time for 1999 only). But that station has been a station with a tradition, a station that has seen over the years some terrific talk-show talents.". Saturdays on WNWR 1540-AM. Once WWDB stopped Talk he went to Philly Tv News. Moved to WPHT 1210-AM. AOL Digital City columnist. Moved over to WBT in Charlotte, NC, August 7, 2006 (7/06). (10/01) WPEN 950-AM in Philadelphia. (6/06), Ira Mellman Worked at WCAU twice and WFIL.- news with George Michael. Stu BykofskyDouble XWWDB snookered staffers. Susan Bray Talk Show Host WWDB-Radio, Philadelphia. Schwartz sold WWDB in 1996, during a period of rapid acquisition and consolidation among radio stations. Last edited on 13 February 2023, at 18:22, "A Chronology of AM Radio Broadcasting (1900-1960)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=WWDB&oldid=1139162677, This page was last edited on 13 February 2023, at 18:22. Any radio host list that has Howard Stern ranked seventh has issues. (7/06), Judi Franco WKXW NJ101.5-FM -- Long-time co-host with Dennis Malloy, middays. Won Associated Press Award for Best Newscast in PA in 2004, successfully sued CBS, retired now and living in Vegas and Florida. The staff was called to a meeting and told the format was changing, they were all fired. Austin DuttonStarted on WBUX then WPHT and WPEN. Dom Quinn comes back, AND they put RUSH on the station when he was at his height!!!!!! Another broadcaster looking for survivors in the wreckage of 'DB is Comcast's CN8, which sees an opportunity to perhaps score some well-known names for its fledgling TV operation. Les Kinsolving WCBM 680-AM, Baltimore. On December 6, 1926, the station signed on as WFKD. Little known fact was that he was part of a group aiming to buy out WFIL from Jerry Lee for another talk station. But when operations were run from afar - from a boardroom in New York or elsewhere - the cold stares at figures made changes necessary. Legendary Daily News personal-finance columnist and radio talk-show host Harry S. Gross, 92, died of heart failure Sunday at his home in Rydal. Its new call letters, WWDB, reflected the names of the half-siblings. Formerly on WWDB, News. Alex. Began as a journeyman part-time show producer in 1986, where he worked with just about every 'DB host on the air at that time, including Bernie Herman, Jim Corea, Dom Giordano, Murray Needleman, Yvonne Kaye, and Les Kinsolving. Also airs on XM. In the 1972 U.S. presidential election, Homer was the vice presidential running mate to John Mahalchik on the America First party ticket. 930 AM The Answer. (updated summer 2001) Update Spring 2002. When I was doing a parody piece on local talk radio he allowed me to use some of his material and images. Bill Bircher Host of "The Trading Post" show on WCAU 1210 in the late 60s Update - 12/03 by Judge Gerry Kosinski -- He also did a morning stint at WCAU & was best known for his "Tell-a-Phoney" contest where he would give you $ 12.10 if you answered the phone "Hello". It is possible that nostalgia music station WPEN-AM (950) may find the wisdom to add Mark's Sinatra programming to its lineup. Facilities and production were slated to move to its sister station WXTU. 2. Worked at WINS in NY and WTOP in Washington, CBS Radio in NY and more. Rick Jensen Program Director WDEL, doubles as on-air host. [2], The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia posthumously inducted Homer into their Hall of Fame in 2010.[3]. Chuck is now on 103.3 ESPN radio in Dallas / Ft. Worth. Kent Voss - Mon. (6/06), Barry Levine Formerly on WFPG - 1450-AM in Atlantic City until station change in 2000 picture, Jerry and Joe Long Known as the Sturdy Beggars, a satirist team. Back to WIP in 2006. Beasley Broadcast Group Inc., the station owner, may think it knows Philadelphia and what the public wants to hear. Paul William Smith net worth is $700,000 Paul William Smith Wiki: Salary, Married, Wedding, Spouse, Family Paul W. Smith (born 1954) is an American talk radio host and columnist. Anchored mornings on the old WCAUdid sports talk with Steve Fredericks..and did news with Frank Rizzo. Brian Carey Anchored morning drive news on WWDB from 1992 to 1994. Talk silenced as WWDB shifts to '80s musical hits. (Added/Updated 11/2003 by P.M.S. Call In (866) 424-GARY. "It's a shame for the city to lose the station that has been what it has been for all these years," said Sid Mark. Jack Ellery Ex PD at WWDB, ex WIP and WWDB air personality is working on a freelance basis with Metro News in NY. Came in from Dayton. The only true shock for me was the fact that the death of an example of democracy-in-action occurred just one day before an election that would influence the course of the world for the next four years. I have no hard feelings. AM 1420 The Answer. The Associated Press drew a different conclusion in awarding the morning news program (and the outstanding news staff) its top air award for best newscast in Pennsylvania this past year. I had 25 good years. Roberta Gale Formerly of WKXW NJ101.5-FM then left to syndicate. Filled in on WWDB and WPHT. But that's life in the big city.". WWDB (860 AM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with its studios and offices in the "555 Building" on City Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.It is owned by the Beasley Broadcast Group and broadcasts mostly paid brokered programming.Shows on health, money, gardening, home repair, real estate, religion and politics are found on the schedule. And, finally, I'm sorry that your vice president called you one of our country's greatest presidents. This meant that WWDB's account executives had to work harder than those at other stations to get the ad dollars directly from retailers and frequently bypassed agencies. Since the stakes were higher (they were paying a premium to get Rush), they needed DOUGH. Mark Daniels (submitted 10/01) WFIL - Station's local talk/news/commentary show for over 5 years. The above information comes from fired WWDB employees who requested anonymity, since they remain under contract to Beasley Broadcast Group and fear reprisal. Perhaps it is a tribute to Sinatra that his voice wasn't silenced until two years after his death. . Morning drive anchor on 1010 WINS in New York City since 2005, previously anchoring afternoon drive on that station..winning AP and AIR Awards for Best Newscast and Best Anchor. "I have a contract that will pay me very well to be home. Susan Bray, an 18-year veteran at WWDB, said she missed the 9 a.m. farewell meeting. Brooke Daniels NJ101.5 middays and afternoons, 1990-93. Became Phillies manager. (2001) Also works for Metro Networks doing news and traffic (KYW traffic / WPHT news) Previously news dept. On March 17th 1975 WWDB 96.5-FM flipped to all talk. Democrat nominee for Congress for NW Illinois 1968. Other Notes:On November 3rd the Beasley's registered thepoint965.com (482 NE 31st Street BOCA RATON, FL 33431) - This was three days before they flipped formats. They hope that the income will be a wash, that between both stations they will make the same cash flow while they try to move up from #15 in 25-54 with the FM. (updated July 2001) As of 2010, Kirk has been the public relations point person - spokesperson - for the Philadelphia Housing Authority for several years. . Went to NJ101.5 in early summer of 2002 as part of Carton and Rossi, shown here at right. A radio personality is a person who hosts a radio talk show and interacts with the audience via telephone or email. "I started at WHAT on Nov. 11, 1955," Mark said. Mother, grandmother, storyteller, writer, published author, thanatologist, humourist and former Philadelphia radio show personality, Dr. Yvonne Kaye has been involved with people since 1951 in her native England. Earn a bachelor's degree. (Mark Ludak / Daily News). The female radio personalities of note are listed by their level of prominence, and you can sort by column, like date of birth or birthplace. His show was the top talk show for most of that time. A Lower Merion policeman told me someone called to report 'a crazed woman was holding the station hostage while she counted.' recent picture (2001) promo card from WWDB. He formerly worked for the Inquirer and was on the popular Prism show, "Great Sports Debate." (We made that up, too.) ), John DiPrimio Co-founder of Citizens for Common Sense. WZZD, Rich Levin "PC Talk" Website trimmed its BBS, archives and software and now has podcasts and blog. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Went on to syndication with Roberta Gale (Westwood One, 1993-94), then to KSDO San Diego, WIOD Miami, WINZ Miami. Co-owner WBCB 1490-AM. Now a Physician Assistant practicing in Rocky Mount, NC. Early Program Director, Talk and Car Show host, Video Rental Store pioneer. Frank Rizzo and Harry Gross at DB, Gil Gross Archive Page | Interview with Gil Gross WWDB 96.5-FM -- 1999-2000, brought in to anchor news then moved to the 9-noon slot for talk until DB ceased on 11/06/00 - updated 10/01 - Left the Philly area for mornings in LA for Clear Channel, KLAC, Rich Gunning -https://www.richgunning.com/ 2004-present: Traffic reporter with Metro Networks, on KYW News Radio 1060. Schedule. [3] Business talk, sometimes augmented with general-interest talk from syndicated personalities such as Don Imus and Mancow Muller, was the station's format until the end of the broadcast day on August 1, 2010. Rearranging the Philly sports radio landscape! Morning Zoo host on WMMR in the 80's. Founded in 1961, Beasley Broadcast Group owns or operates 42 stations (26 FM and 16 AM) in 11 large and midsize markets in the United States. As a frequent caller to the radio station growing up, I must say the station treated all callers with respect. He was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinsons Disease in August 2017. Stream live CNN, FOX News Radio, and MSNBC. updated 7/03 - 96.50-FM & WEEU 830-AM. The transmitter is off Foundry Road in East Norriton Township. he has been working with co-host Anthony Gargano since early 2000. Started gardening reports for KWY in 2006. "), Among those suddenly jobless yesterday was station icon Sid Mark, who said, "I knew something was up, but I didn't expect this.". Add to that the audience is dying, the "crackpipe" money had to go away (at least weekdays 6a-7p) and they were left with no money, no ratings and a black hole, they panicked (keep in mind Phila is their biggest market, a big contributor towards cash flow) they were desperate to try ANYTHING. Hired Frank Rizzo at WCAU and converted Tony Bruno from a sports/news sidekick to the morning host. John McNulty WNWR 1540-AM. While on WPHT the team was split (Jay was released) and Hilarie continued the show for several months until she went to Metro. I was shocked to see that the station has changed formats so drastically and so suddenly (Inquirer, Nov. 7). So, Chuck started the INFOMERCIAL deal which preyed upon the success of the local personalties to use their name to endorse and disguise interviews, they basically used this loyal core audience to pay the bills. Bill Corsair Popular overnight host on WCAU 1210 AM. E-Mail is css1 @ comcast.net. Local (Wilmington/Philly) Radio & TV Personalities/Programs. Heard on WOR in New York until he retired. (Added/Updated 11/2003 by P.M.S). Kent Voss | Picture | Parody Page 1998 Formerly of WWDB, previously several markets. WWDB was their store, and they its shopkeepers. Local guy. Website is www.paulkircher.com, Valerie Knight Co-anchored the Morning Report on 1450 WILM in Wilmington with Allan Loudell. picture (added March 2005). . Jay Sorenson See "Jay and Hilarie" above - Archived Audio Page with pictures, Allen David Stein Picture - Came on NJ101.5 as overnight host Sunday through Thursday nights starting at 11 pm until 4 am. Unexpected Goals the only soccer talk in town! They hired Sid Mark to host an overnight jazz music show on the FM. Weeknights 6p-1a since January 2010.1994-2010: Asst. Previously at WWDB where he had his own show including "The Saturday Night Shootout" and co-hosted afternoons with Susan Bray. Another one of him at WRTI. Plus, they would run the 20 minutes of the regular direct account commercials AND because the talent was older (and was happy to have a gig) THEY didn't ask for talent fee's or a cut of the action. Contact. Wally Kennedy Anchor/Radio-TV personality in Philly. WWDB spent four months auditioning talk show hosts from around the country for the coveted position. (Links have to be restored, moving files), Go to Broadcast Pioneers for a more extensive list of all radio legends. Update Spring 2002, heard on WIP. Because the show was taped, he did not take calls. Thumbnail pic from around 1998 updated 3/02 - Anchoring News and Talk duty at WEEU 830-AM - Weekends music DJ on 95.7. Was Quinn's last fill-in host while Dominic was away in Ireland shortly before his death in 1996. (04), Paul Barsky Y100 and 95.7 then WMMR 93.3-FM then WYSP 94.1-FM (5/06), Earle Bailey Former WWDB morning5-9 am news host with Pat Farnack while that station was doing NewsTalk in 2000. Now, most of the talent at WWDB is out of work. Most of his 'jawing' 45 years worth, were on the radio and TV airwaves in Philadelphia both as a talk show host and news announcer on the radio for such stations as WHAT, WCAU and WWDB. He was 84.. Tuning in was like entering a safe haven where no topic was . Has filled in on WPHT and WWDB. If you know of an index that extends to other radio people please let us know so we can link to it. Sid Mark would have celebrated the 45th anniversary of his "Friday with Frank," Sunday with Sinatra shows this weekend. New Time, Tuesday Mornings at 8! (The WTEL call sign is now used on AM 610.). (KH, 10/06, updated 3/07). Throughout the day all that the listeners heard was a computerized voice count down until at 5 pm the format was changed to 80's rock. Kirk Dorn Kirk worked at KYW until he moved to WWDB to head up its morning news programming until Nov. 2000. The station had previously been WHAT-FM. Steve Friedman AKA "Mr. Movie" - reviews movies Saturday nights from 10 pm to 1 am. Talk Radio 1210 WPHT. Here's some audio from the old WWDB 96.5 FM Talk Radio Station. He said that although the station's call letters will remain WWDB "for the moment," they'll probably change. Hosted a weekly 2-hour talk show on WRTI in the early '90s. Daryl Gale Daryl Gale, WURD 900 AM talk radio host with Rotan Lee on Friday mornings from 7:00-10:00. Currently at KGO in San Francisco. I was one of those summarily told not to show up for work anymore. Promoted to program director in February of 2001. Liked to chat it up with Irv Homer in the afternoons. At 9 a.m., after the morning news-talk segment ended, an odd-sounding, rhythmless computerized female voice began counting down numbers from 7,000 to zero. He used to be a kick-ass caller and went on to stations in Delco. Shortly after, 'CAU was blown up by CBS, became WOGL-AM and simulcast the FM with no programming of its own. Rich Teplitsky Former executive producer for WWDB. Larry Steinhouse adds his unique perspective on todays financial world! Then, in January, WWDB lost listeners when syndicated talkers Dr. Laura Schlessinger and Rush Limbaugh were snatched up by WPHT-AM (1210), which two years ago had negligible ratings and ran syndicated national programming. Tom Marr WCBM 680-AM, Baltimore. He was mostly a DJ but a listener who sent this in remembers him interviewing Rock stars like John Lennon. Dick Bolger Formerly on WFPG - 1450-AM in Atlantic City until station change in 2000. Ted Hechtman Financial host for a number of years on WDVT. 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