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15 Mar 2023Millions of radio listeners every day. Accuweather legend Dr. Joe Sobel is Talking About Radio with host John Leslie.00:15:52

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Dr. Joe Sobel has been one of the most listened to broadcast meteorologists in America for the past 50 years. 
Host John Leslie, Talks about Radio with Dr. Joe in this extremely interesting conversation.

If you would like to be a guest on our broadcast and tell you radio stories, contact me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

15 Mar 2023What ever became of Midwest radio great J.P. Andrews? Find out on this edition of Talking about Radio with Host John Leslie00:40:37

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J.P. Andrews (John Prigge) has graced the airwaves of great radio stations in the Midwest for decades.  
John Leslie and J.P. take you on a nostalgic trip down Memory Lane in this episode of Talking About Radio.

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio and tell us your great broadcast stories, please  sent an email to talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

15 Mar 2023Thousands of sports broadcasts. West Virginia radio legend John Sorrenti is Talking About Radio with host John Leslie.00:44:35

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John Sorrenti is not only a cherished sports broadcaster on WEIR in Weirton, West Virginia, but also a long time community leader.   Listen as John Leslie Talks About Radio with John Sorrenti.

If you would like to share your radio stories here on Talking About Radio, please contact me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

18 Mar 2023What was it like to broadcast live from the former Soviet union? Famed AccuWeather meteorologist Dr. Joe Sobel and John Leslie did it in 1986. Listen now as they Talk About Radio remote from the Soviet Union.00:25:02

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Famed Accuweather broadcast meteorologist Dr. Joe Sobel and hot John Leslie talk about their once-in-a-lifetime broadcast assignment in the Soviet Union in 1986.

If you are a broadcaster and would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio please email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

18 Mar 2023What’s better, radio or corporate life? Broadcast veteran Jeff Simek is Talking About Radio with host John Leslie00:49:00

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Jeff Simek is Talking about his wonderful career in radio with host John Leslie.

If you are a broadcaster and would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio, please email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

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21 Mar 2023A radio sales genius00:44:14

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You'll never believe what country this fabulously successful radio sales manager is from.  Listen as host John Leslie  is talking about radio with Kal Barmada. Hear how sales and programming can work hand in hand to be extremely successful.

24 Mar 2023Alan Walden, a remarkable radio legend, is talking about radio00:48:45

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A true treasure in the radio industry,  Alan Walden talks us through his illustrious  career.  It's a treasure trove of anecdotes and memories from one of the most accomplished broadcasters of our generation.

24 Mar 2023Kevin Fodor a confessed radio Junkie00:49:28

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50 years of radio with Dayton radio giant Kevin Fodor.  Listen as he Talks about Radio in a fun filled 3/4 of an hour.

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If you would like to be a guest, email talkingaboutradio@gmail.com

25 Mar 2023What is "Radio Split Ranch?"00:47:54

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Warren Garling, radio veteran in the Capital Region of Albany, New York is talking about radio with Host John Leslie.   A freewheeling look at some of the stations and the famous peo[le who worked at them.

Also what is Warren's "Radio Split Ranch."

25 Mar 2023Steve Newvine has done it all00:40:55

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Author and former radio and television broadcaster Steve Newvine is Talking about radio with host John Leslie.  Moving from broadcasting to a corporate environment and following your passion for writing.  

Lots of memories and laughs in this fun filled episode.

27 Mar 2023Syndicated on 102 radio stations! What can those weekend golf guys be talking about?00:43:55

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John Ashton, one half of "Those Weekend Golf Guys" is "Talking about Radio" with host John Leslie.  

A fun and humorous trip through the early days of radio up to the wildly successful Podcast and broadcast, Those Weekend Golf Guys.

Even if you are not a golfer, Talking about Radio is always fun. Give a listen.

Would you like to be a guest on Talking About Radio? email me at talkingaboutradioat Yahoo.com

28 Mar 2023A lifetime of Broadcast memories and stories with Rick Foster00:47:51

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One of Maines best known radio and television personalities is talking about radio with Host John Leslie.

31 Mar 2023Mike Hambrick is a broadcast goldmine. Talking about Radio with Mike Hambrick00:46:29

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From Texas to Memphis,  to Washington, to New York to Howard Stern and more, Mike Hambrick has done it all.  Listen know to the incredibly interesting broadcast professional as we Talk about Radio.

To learn more about Mike copy and paste these links:

Hambrickmedia.com.  

https://www.theshepherdradio.com/podcasts/afternoons-with-mike/episode/s5e032-author-and-journalist-mike-hambrick-talks-about-conspiracies-that-have-merit-also-alex-mcfarland-and-maureen-anderson/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0E1_DnfaS4

https://www.theshepherdradio.com/podcasts/afternoons-with-mike/episode/s5e032-author-and-journalist-mike-hambrick-talks-about-conspiracies-that-have-merit-also-alex-mcfarland-and-maureen-anderson/

https://billmartinezshow.com/march-6-2023/

31 Mar 2023Talking about radio. Lynda Rose talks about her long and winding road00:34:17

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A fascinating look at how good and how bad radio can sometimes be.  Lynda Rose joins us from Fairfield California  to tell of the good days of radio and how it caused her to become homeless.

What's it like to do radio in california prison towns.  

You can read her blog at Lynda-a rose colored life.blogspot.com

If you wish to contact Lynda, please send me an email at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

If you would like to be a gust on Talking About Radio email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

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02 Apr 202357 years of radio accomplishments. Jeff Hunt is Talking About Radio from Roanoke, Virginia.00:41:41

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A half century of radio broadcasting to 10s of thousands of listeners.  Information, entertainment, promotions, excitement and all those things that go into  a successful radio career.

Jeff Hunt talks with host John Leslie was we take a fantastic trip through a fulfilling career in radio.

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio, email John Leslie at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

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06 Apr 2023Tim Arsenault is everything and everywhere in Vermont Radio and public service.00:26:42

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Tim Arsenault lives and works in Vernon, Vermont.  His whole life has been dedicated to radio and serving his community.   Listen as he joins host John Leslie as they are 
Talking About Radio.

you can livestream Tim at 
wtsaradio.com 

or visit his community website at
vernonvt.org

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07 Apr 2023Teaching the new age of communications. Professor Kevin Ankeny is Talking about Radio00:30:13

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Students are enthused to learn about the new age of communications.  At the State University of New York Adirondack Campus in Queensbury, New York, 25 year communications professor and broadcast veteran,  Kevin Ankeny is guiding his students along the patch of modern communications.  

Let's listen as he joins host John Leslie to learn what there is to learn in this day and age as we Talk About Radio and other aspects of modern day communications.

https://www.sunyacc.edu/
https://www.facebook.com/SUNYAdirondack
http://www.wgfr.org/

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10 Apr 2023A Radio Giant, Radio Six International with Tony Currie from the isle of Lismore, Scotland.00:46:08

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Six decades of broadcast joy with Tony Currie Talking about radio with John Leslie.   A never ending love affair with radio and television and a powerhouse internet station known worldwide as Radio Six International.

Listen to the fascinating story of Tony Currie as we Talk About Radio and pay tribute to broadcasters around the world.

If you are a radio broadcaster and would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio, please email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

https://www.radiosix.com/


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10 Apr 2023Your Host John Leslie Talking About Radio. His half century career.00:47:34

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Learn more about your Talking About Radio Host John Leslie as he reminisces about the 50+ years he spent in the broadcasting industry.

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio and tell your story to the whole world, email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com. 

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10 Apr 2023Radio to law enforcement and back. Bret Busby is Talking About Radio. Over 40 years00:37:38

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Listen in as Bret Busby talks with Talking About Radio Host John Leslie about his love affair with radio and law enforcement.  A  fabulous story that you don't want to miss.

https://woofboom.com/indiana/bret-busby/

If you would like to share your radio stories with the world, please email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

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14 Apr 2023A lifetime of part time radio. Meet Chris LeBlanc and his voice in Burlington from Phoenix00:41:47

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Chris LaBlanc had a successful career with a huge corporation and his decades long passion for radio was fulfilled as an "in demand" part timer. 

He continues today as a part timer 2,255 miles from the station.  A digital community for a guy who loves radio and loves, "Talking About Radio."

Join me as a guest.  email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

Check out the Facebook group, Talking About Radio

18 Apr 2023"Forgotten Retro Radio" What can that be? It's on tons of stations. Meet Jim Tirey00:46:40

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Veteran broadcaster Jim Tirey in Shelbyville, Kentucky came up with a great idea.  What ever became of those great songs that hoovered just below the top hits on the charts.
The two hour syndicated show "Forgotten Retro Radio" is taking off like a Space X rocket ship.  

Listen to host John Leslie talk with Jim Tirey about his exciting venture into syndicated radio.

21 Apr 2023You never know what sparks a broadcast career. Terry Christensen is Talking About Radio00:55:38

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When you're young and don't know what to do in life, radio broadcasting has a way of sneaking into your blood stream.  Listen to this lively and humorous conversation between Host John Leslie and guest Terry Christensen as we Talk About radio and pay tribute to the worlds great radio talent.

21 Apr 2023A passion for baseball sparks a long radio career. Dave Hamberg is Talking About Radio.00:52:20

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Veteran  sports and news broadcaster Dave Hamberg gets to meet most of his favorite ball players though his chosen career of radio broadcasting.   Join show host John Leslie as he talks with Dave about his long career on the air as we pay tribute to the nations great radio talent.

24 Apr 2023Like interviewing royalty. Famed DJ John Records Landecker is talking about radio with John Leslie00:50:38

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Get a rare glimpse at the life of one of America's best known and most respected DJs of our time, John  Records Landecker.  In this wide ranging conversation, John talks about his meteoric climb to the top of the top 40 radio industry.

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio, email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

27 Apr 20234 years on the air at a Moscow, Russia Radio Station then to Finland. Pete Cato is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:53:30

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American Broadcaster Pete Cato was hired to work at an English speaking radio station.  He worked there for four years starting in 2010, then went to work at a radio station in Finland for several years

Pete is back stateside and working at a country station in  Pennsylvania.  

Listen as he is Talking About Radio with John Leslie.  John Himself spent a number of years broadcasting from the former USSR.  

You'll enjoy the interesting conversation from both broaadcasters 

28 Apr 2023Joel Raab, one of the nation's most respected radio consultants is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:49:50

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Joel Raab  is the "go to" guy for guidance  on how to make your radio station sparkle. Joel specializes in Country Music formats but is an all around Google Search Engine for information and ideas on how to keep your station lively, entertaining and competitive.

Listen to Joel and host John Leslie as they talk about radio in this riveting conversation and trip down radio memory lane.   You can reach Joel at 215-750-6868 or email Joel@joelraab.com

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio with John Leslie, email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

04 May 2023Probably the the best known broadcast professional in America, Joel Denver is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:36:14

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Joel Denver, President and CEO of AllAccess.com shines as he talks about his many decades in broadcasting and eventually the main source of broadcast and music news and information.  Allaccess.com is a diamond mine of data and knowledge about what is happening RIGHT NOW in radio and music.

Joel Denver is a must listen as he talks about radio with John Leslie

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio, please email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

05 May 2023Music Dreams Radio! Russell Kaye the young man heading up an energetic Online radio station is Talking About Radio with John Leslie.00:35:58

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It's a three year labor of love for a group of young broadcast professionals as they expand their internet radio station www.musicdreamsusa.com.

Listen as station president Russell Kaye tells us about the amazing effort that his team is making in order to succeed.

If you would like to be a guest, please email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com


08 May 2023Local and Live! Radio Veteran Robby Bridges says that's the only path to the future for terrestrial radio.00:48:12

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For 30 years Robby Bridges has been entertaining his radio audiences in markets all over the North and East.  Currently the morning show host along with his wife Rochelle at 107-1 "The Boss" in Neptune Township, New Jersey Robby is a strong supporter of the notion that there is an audience out there for terrestrial radio.

You just have to go get it with local talent and local programming.   Listen now as Robby Bridges makes the best case for strong local programming that you will ever hear.

You're listening to "Talking About Radio with John Leslie."

If you would like to be a guest, contact me by Facebook message for email at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

10 May 2023Oh those pesky radio ratings. Tom Birch, one of the nations titans in radio research is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:45:43

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Tom Birch, founder and CEO of Birch Research Corporation and partner in Birch/Scarborough Research for many years is a fountain of information about how radio ratings are gathered and used.  

His company was one of the few to make a dent in the behemoth Arbitron monopoly.

Over the next 45 minutes you will learn more about rating radio stations than you have in your whole career.  

What's the next great adventure for radio.

Tom is now in local station ownership and loving it.

 

11 May 202311 minute minicast about Kansas City’s Mystery Money Man. John Leslie is talking about radio.00:12:26

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In 1978 the Mystery Money Man promotion was  one of the biggest ever in  Radio, but boy did it backfire.  John Leslie relives the week from Hell as the notorious Mystery Money Man.

14 May 2023Yikes, he announced we're off the air. How'd he do that. A 9 minute John Leslie minicast00:07:44

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When the transmitter goes off the air, how on earth do you get on the air and announce that you are off the air.   John Leslie tells you how in this 9 minute mini cast on Talking about Radio with John Leslie

16 May 2023From sports writing, to sportcasting and sports talk and now Christian Radio. Dan Scott, longtime radio professional is Talking About Radio with John Leslie.00:57:11

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Dan Scott has had a wonderful four decades in the radio broadcasting business.  For forty years, his heart was in sportscasting and sports talk in West Virginia and South Carolina.  Dan tells a gripping story, how in 2012, he became a devout Christian and now is using his radio skills along with his guests  to tell heartwarming stories about their experiences associated with their faith.   The Dan Scott show is heard on 11 broadcast outlets over the air and online.  

you can reach Dan by email at:
dan@danscottshow.org
or  by phone:
864-788-9596
google:
DanScottShw.org

18 May 2023Blind children watching the circus with their ears! A nine minute minicast as John Leslie is Talking About Radio00:11:08

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It was one of the most emotional moments in my radio broadcasting career, and I didn't even know how to do it.   I invited 100 blind children to the Shrine Circus and narrated to them, through closed circuit,  everything that was going on.  

22 May 2023Rod Tanner, Texas radio legend and best selling author, is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:39:03

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A broadcast professional cannot do any more in his life than Texas legend Rod Tanner.  Radio D.J., best selling author, Radio station general manager, stand up comedian.  Rod has done it all and he is a joy to listen to in this episode of Talking About Radio with John Leslie.

Rod is a Facebook member and his best selling book Surge is available on Amazon. His other book Double Fault is also available at Amazon.

If you are a broadcast professional and would like to be a guest on this podcast, email John Leslie at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

25 May 2023Valerie Geller dynamic radio and podcast coach is talking about radio with John Leslie00:31:54

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Valorie Geller, is one of the 50 most influential women in broadcasting and is an internationally sought after broadcast and podcast expert, author, consultant, coach and trainer.

If you are interested in improving the quality of your radio show or podcast, this is a must listen to conversation

Her most recent book Beyond Powerful Radio  is available from Focal Press and wherever you get your books.

If you would like to be a guest on Talking about radio with John Leslie, please email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

http://gellermedia.com

30 May 2023Jim Pratt is one of the engineering wizards that get the programs to you.00:43:32

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Upstate New York broadcast professional Jim Pratt is talking about radio with host John leslie, discussing Jims 4 decades of technical engineering that got the radio and television programs from the studio into your receiver.  His fascinating climb through the technology as it changed over the years is a history lesson of the first order.
Listen in as Jim is "talking about radio with John Leslie."

If you would like to be a guest, email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com
 

01 Jun 2023There is no better promo voice artist in America than Joe Cipriano. He is "Talking About Radio with John Leslie."00:43:18

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Get ready to hear an American voice talent treasure.  Joe Cipriano, who has risen to the very top of his trade, talks about the road to success in the voice talent business.
There is no better known or sought after artist for promos and intros than Joe Cip'.

He speaks in vivid detail about how to get to the top.  His workshops and online instructions are available at promomasterclass.com or joecipriano.com.  His book, "living on the air, Adventures in Broadcasting" is available wherever  books are sold including Amazon.

Just for the pure fun of hearing Joe, you don't want to miss this episode 38 of Talking About RAdio with John Leslie.

If you would like to be a guest, email talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com or facebook message Jan Kokochak/

These podcasts are being downloaded to 16 countries with thousands of listeners.

04 Jun 2023It's almost not believable. a five minute minicast by Host John Leslie talking about radio00:05:30

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This is a once in a lifetime stroke of good luck as a valuable microphone was almost lost but some enterprising postal workers saved the day.  

Listen now as host John Leslie tells this amazing story of good fortune and good work.

Send me an MP3 if you have a good radio story to sahre

talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

05 Jun 2023Four decades at WINC in Winchester, Virginia. Barry Lee is talking about radio00:44:53

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Barry Lee (Bowser) kept the residents of the Shenandoah Valley in Winchester Virginia entertained and informed for many  years.  In podcast number 40 Barry shares stories and plenty of laughs with host John Leslie.   Listen  now to Barry Lee as he is Talking about radio with John Leslie.

If you would like to be a guest, or know somebody who would contact me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com 

13 Jun 2023Without a doubt, one of the funniest and most talented Jocks ever on the radio. Terry O'Shea is talking about radio with John Leslie01:01:22

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Meet the fabulous Terry O'Shea (The Coyote).  On the air and in person, Terry has you in stitches.  From Syracuse to Hawaii and Florida, Terry has graced the airwaves for many years.   He is a real treasure.

Listen to Terry O'Shea and Host John Leslie relive the fun days of radio.

14 Jun 2023Joe Castiglione is the fabled play by play voice of the Boston Red Sox. He is talking about radio with John Leslie00:45:46

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Joe Castiglione has been the play by play announcer for the Boston Red Sox for Since 1983.  He recently carved time out of his busy schedule to talk with John Leslie on the podcast "Talking About Radio."  

The only time available in his schedule was while he was driving from his home to Fenway  Park in Boston.  He and John talked extensively about Joe's road to success. 

16 Jun 2023Joe Taylor, veteran broadcaster, author and humorist is talking about radio with John Leslie00:46:24

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Joe Taylor has been a broadcaster for six decades.  He is also an author, writing about radio.  He has held every position that radio has to offer, from board op to General Manager.   

Listen how as Joe Taylor talks about radio with John Leslie.

Find Joe's book, "in  the Twist of the dial. What happened to radio 1960 to 2020," where ever books are sold, including Amazon.

if  you would like to be a guest on Talking about Radio with John Leslie, email me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

19 Jun 2023David Page is Talking About Martini Music with host John Leslie on Talking About Radio00:57:35

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David Page is a six decade veteran of local, national and international radio and television news and entertainment.  Following a magnificent career working for local stations and giant networks, David has begun a new adventure.

The syndicated radio program "Martini Music" salutes the timeless hit songs of the 30s and 40s and into the early 50.  On this episode of Talking About Radio with John Leslie, David takes on a tour of  his fabulous broadcast career and gives us a look at Martini music.

You can sample the "Martini Music" program here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/xy2lqf2zzbyzuo8/MARTINI%20MUSIC%20FULL%20SHOW%20(JUDY%20GARLAND)%20corrected%20link.wav?dl=0

or here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/1cumlozf9ju3e0w/MARTINI%20MUSIC%20FULL%20SHOW%20%28ARTIE%20SHAW%29.wav?dl=0

Contact David at pageprod@icloud.com or his syndicator at syndication.com

21 Jun 2023How dangerous can a disc jockey's job be. Find out in this 17 minute minicast by host John Leslie00:17:34

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John Leslie, the host of Talking About Radio was a radio morning show host and tv news reporter/anchor for many years.  However in the late 80s he was on loan to the Stoner Broadcasting Company International news division for several years.

During his 5 year assignment, John found himself in a number of unusual and sometimes  life threatening situations.  Here is one story that still raises the hair on the back of his neck when he recounts it.  Take 17 minutes and listen to this fascinating Talking About Radio Minicast.

27 Jun 2023John Pozza, radio and television broadcaster, sports reporter, freelancer and child development official is talking about radio with John Leslie00:47:18

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What a wonderful story.  John Pozza began his professional life in radio and television then went on to be a full time sports reporter, specializing in boxing.  He has been a talk show host and later entered the important world of early child development.  In this episode of Talking About Radio with John Leslie, John Pozza tells us his fascinating story.

Penn State University
Accuweather
WVU
West Virginia University
WOWK
WBOY
WPSU

29 Jun 2023Mike Wade, New York, Dallas, Network, voice talent. A true radio giant is talking about radio with John Leslie00:46:58

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Listen now as radio  giant Mike Wade takes us an entertaining journey through his decades of radio.  From Dallas to Houston, to New York and onto a  couple hundred affiliate on Night Time America.    His story includes entertaining and interesting stories.  Drummer, Actor, radio talent and voice actor, Mike Wade is a true broadcast treasure.  Don't miss this podcast.

New York
Dallas
Fort Worth
RKO
ABC radio
WPIX
WYNY Worth

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03 Jul 2023Steve Sellers, one of radio's most successful air personalities is talking about radio with John Leslie00:52:41

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Steven O. Sellers graced the airwaves of San Antonio, Pittsburgh, Kansas City, San Diego, Los Angeles and more for nearly five decades.  He shares his fantastic story with host John Leslie on this episode of Talking about Radio.  

You can contact him at stevesellers@hotmail.com

Los Angeles
Kansas City
Pittsburgh
KONO
WPEZ
San Diego


09 Jul 2023Ogunde Vincent is the morning host on Kenya's LWASI Radio 101.2 Fm. He is talking about radio with John Leslie.00:37:50

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What's is like being the morning show host o community FM radio station in Bondo, Kenya.  Radio host John Leslie talks with Ogunde Vincent about his role in the important work of a community station in a developing country.

This is a must listen Podcast for radio conversation at its best.

check out the station at www.lwasi.radio12345.com/

Kenya
Bondo
Lwasi radio
Siaya

10 Jul 2023Bill Lowe has been a radio news broadcast professional for over 40 years. In part one of a two part podcast he talking with host John Leslie00:53:23

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This is part one of a to part podcast of Talking About Radio With John Leslie.
In it 49 plus year radio news veteran shares humorous and amazing stories about his years on the air.  

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast contact John Leslie at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com

10 Jul 2023Bill Lowe joins us for part two of the podcast "Talking About Radio With John Leslie.00:36:14
13 Jul 2023Ed Weigle, voice over giant and radio veteran is talking radio with John Leslie00:49:44

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Ed Weigle is a whose who in the voice over world.    He knows everybody and everybody knows him.  This Pittsburgh native is fun to listen to 

His VO client list is a who's who of accounts including the mammoth World Wrestling Entertainment Company.

http://www.edweigle.com


15 Jul 2023A small sampler of the pro bono promos I have done done for stations in over 30 countries, including the United States00:02:19

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Many radio stations have asked for a sample of the pro bono work that I have done for stations who need assistance in building their sound.   I am happy to do as many as possible, but remember these are straight reads.  No sound effects, no production music and no paid commercials.

In no way, is this intended to replace paid voice work that radio stations are engaged in right now.  This is a helping hand to small and startup stations that need some help getting going.  

Send you scripts to talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com  or message Jan Kokochak on Facebook.

18 Jul 2023Tom Carr hopscotching the country at great radio stations is talking radio with John Leslie01:07:53

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Tom Carr is a guy who has done everything there is to do in radio.  He spends the next 60 minutes telling us about a 40 year wondrous journey he has taken from Jock to news to air traffic and the drama that unfolds thousands of feet in the air.  Tom is also an exceptionally gifted musician and voice over artist.

You will enjoy every minute of this episode of "Talking About Radio With John Leslie)

http//www.tomcarrtx.vo.com 

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio contact me at talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com or by Facebook Messenger.

 

21 Jul 2023Mike Andrews spent a decade in radio gathering great memories and stories. He is Talking About Radio With John Leslie00:58:22

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Mike Andrews is a fantastic guest on our podcast with such wonderful memories of the golden days of great disc jockeys and world class promotions.  Tune in now as Mike joins host John Leslie as they take a hilarious  look back at a time when when radio reigned supreme in the homes and cars of people all across America.

24 Jul 2023Idara Udoh, “The Radio Goddess” in Lagos, Nigeria is talking about radio with Host John Leslie00:41:55

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Idara Udoh, lovingly known as "The Radio Goddess" is much more than a radio host in  her native city of Lagos, Nigeria on "Radio One 103.5 FM.
She is also a broadcast trainer, educator, public speaker, story teller, advocate for the disabled and motivator.  Idara is a well educated, articulate communicator.

You can find Idora Udoh on Facebook and other social medical platforms.

Her station is online at 

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25 Jul 2023Part one: John Morgan, award winning radio and television veteran and renowned hypnotherapist is talking about radio with John Leslie00:40:50

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Part One:  For decades John Morgan captivated radio listeners and television viewers with his unique style of entertainment in major cities all across America.  John wanted to expand his ability to enrich the lives of  people, so he became a certified hypnotherapist. During the years after his retirement from commercial broadcasting, John  became America's best known Hypnotherapist, and conducted smoking ce ssation and weight loss seminars to 100s of  thousands of people.

John Morgan is also host of the popular podcast "Grasshopper Notes."

listen to John and his long time friend John Leslie as they reminisce about their nearly 5 decade friendship and professional relationship.

Find John's  Podcast " grasshopper Notes" whereever you get your podcasts.

25 Jul 2023Part Two: John Morgan, award winning radio and television veteran and renowned hypnotherapist is talking about radio with John Leslie.00:40:50

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PartTwo::  For decades John Morgan captivated radio listeners and television viewers with his unique style of entertainment in major cities all across America.  John wanted to expand his ability to enrich the lives of  people, so he became a certified hypnotherapist. During the years after his retirement from commercial broadcasting, John  became America's best known Hypnotherapist, and conducted smoking ce ssation and weight loss seminars to 100s of  thousands of people.

John Morgan is also host of the popular podcast "Grasshopper Notes."

listen to John and his long time friend John Leslie as they reminisce about their nearly 5 decade friendship and professional relationship.

Find John's  Podcast " grasshopper Notes" whereever you get your podcasts.

27 Jul 2023Rob Grayson began his radio career 50 years ago and he's still at it and is talking about radio with John Leslie00:49:09

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Rob Grayson began his radio career in the the mississippi delta country and to this day he can been heard plying his trade on numerous stations.

Listen now to his conversation with host John Leslie about the fantastic journey he has taken from a high school aged broadcaster to a seasoned professional in one of the nations most respected markets.

https://us51country.com/

https://www.facebook.com/wkbl1250/wilkersonsond@aol.com 

https://www.wknofm.org/

28 Jul 2023Jeff Laurence is one of the best known voice artists in America following many successful years on radio. He is talking about radio with host John Leslie.00:53:45

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Jeff Laurence was a successful radio entertainer in Tampa, Miami, Syracuse and other competitive markets.  He found out that he had has been given an extraordinary gift of making a living and having fun as a voice artist.  He is now the voice on hundreds of radio stations  and of hundreds of high level advertisers.

From his mountain top home in North Carolina, Jeff is the most recent guest on Talking about Radio With John Leslie.  Take some time to enjoy and enjoyable conversation about radio.


Http://jefflaurence.com

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01 Aug 2023Al Brock has been a fixture in the radio industry for as long as anybody can remember. He is Talking About Radio with John Leslie00:50:11

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At 13 years old, young teenager Al Brock burst onto the radio scene in his birth state of Colorado.  Over 4 decades he has graced the biggest and best radio stations in the country with not only his air talent, but also his program leadership.

Now Al has branched out in Nashville with his newest enterprise, Spin Doctors Music Group.  It's a full service music promotion company, working with labels and management companies to get music played  on radio stations.  He also offers music consulting and scheduling services for broadcast radio.

Listen now to his interesting conversation with Talking About Radio host John Leslie.  
Al also discusses his recent life changing event of enduring a major organ transplant.

http;//spindoctorsnashville.com
al@spindoctorsnashville.com

If you would like to be a guest on Talking About Radio,  send an email to talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com


09 Aug 2023Angela Walker is a brilliant former BBC reporter. She is now host of a riveting new video podcast and she is talking about it with John Leslie01:03:17

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Angela Walker is as good as it gets in the world of radio and television journalism.  She plied her trade with the BBC for many years.  Now, Angela has branched out on her own,  hosting  a hard hitting video podcast titled "Angela Walker in Conversation." 

In it, she tackles under reported issue in and around the UK.  In the brief few months since its launch, "Angela Walker in Conversation" has shot up in popularity and social effectiveness. 

People are seeking her voice in spotlighting issues that are generally ignored by mainstream media. 

Listen now as Angela talks about her history and her new project as she is Talking About Radio with John Leslie.

Find Angela Walker's podcast on YouTube or any search engine.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-walker-53333622

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt-77lRKOwiZbXrkZQ4P5wg

https://www.amazon.com/Angela-Walker-In-Conversation/dp/B0C8P4TWSK

https://www.angelawalkerreports.com

15 Aug 2023Mike McVay CEO of McVay Media is a titan in the broadcasting business. He is Talking About Radio With John Leslie00:49:41

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Mike McVay is know all across the country and around the world for his fantastic work in consulting not only radio stations, but radio groups, syndicators, talent and even podcasters.  

He is a guiding light for hundreds of broadcasters who are eager to improve the quality of their product.  Mike is a waling encyclopedia of knowledge of how to make things better for his long roster of clients. 

Listen now as Mike McVay talks with John Leslie about his long and illustrious career in broadcasting.

17 Aug 2023Legendary Joe McCoy was the program director of fabled WCBS FM in New York for 23 years.. He is talking about Radio with John Leslie01:27:26

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http://thebelmonts.net/radio/default.asp

From 1981 to 2004  McCoy was at the helm as PD  of WCBS FM when he amassed a legendary air staff and shot the station to number one in every demographic age group.
5 time Oldies PD of the year, Joe was instrumental in the station receiving three Marconi awards.

This is one podcast that  you can't pass up.  It's not every day that you get to have a conversation with a legend in the radio busiiness.   

Joe is back at it with an online oldies program called "Joe McCoy's Saturday night Juke box."  You can find it here: http://thebelmonts.net/radio/default.asp

Joe McCoy’s Jukebox Saturday Night starts at 7pm and runs two hours.

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22 Aug 2023Connor Quinn, Child actor, radio announcer and adult voice actor is talking about Radio With John Leslie01:01:20

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Connor Quinn entered Hollywood show business as a young child and appeared in dozens, if not hundreds, of television shows before he was a teenager.   He started his voice acting career at about the same time, doing commercials for some of the biggest radio advertisers of the time.

His love for radio got him on the air in New Mexico, but his calling was to be a nationally sought after voice actor and talent.   If you have ever heard a national radio or televison spot, chances are you have heard Connor Quinn.

Don't miss this fabulous "behind the scenes" look at the life of a child actor, radio aficionado  and voice actor.

https://www.voxguy.com/

24 Aug 2023Holland Cooke is yet another herculean broadcast professional talking About Radio With John Leslie00:56:19

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HOLLAND COOKE  began his stellar broadcast careet as an air talent back in the early 60s.  His careen has encompassed columnist, television host, radio rogram director,  station executive and now media consultant.

Hundreds of successful radio stations look to Holland Cooke to get  them on the right track and keep them there.  

Listen now from New Shoreham, Rhode Island as your host John Leslie pays tibuture to another radio legend, Holland Cooke.

Website: www.hollandcooke.com

04 Sep 2023J.J. Jackson veteran radio broadcaster and accomplished podcaster is talking about radio with John Leslie.00:38:50

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J.J. Jackson graced the airwaves of some of the finest radio stations in North America, now he is enjoying hosting his new podcast "Food Tips:The basics and Beyond."  (anchor.fm/jj-jackson2)

Listen now to this lighthearted conversation between J.J. and host John Leslie as they discuss their long broadcast careers and their love affair with their new podcast enterprises.

You'll enjoy the laughter and good natured banter between two radio veterans.

Food Tips: The Basics and Beyond!
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06 Sep 2023Les Jacoby is a broadcast professional who lit up the airwaves up and down the Ohio Valley, across the country and around Florida. He is talking about radio with John Leslie00:58:19

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You won't find many broadcasters like Les Jacoby.  He started like most of us as a kid looking from the outside into the radio station.  But it was immediately recognized that he was exceptional talent and landed his first commercial gig at the top rocker in Wheeling, West Virginia.  

From there he traveled around the dial, worked at great stations along the East Coast and into sunny Florida.  He entered management and plied his programming skills for some of the top radio groups.    He's still active today and living the life in Sunny Florida. 

Listen now as Les is yet the latest radio pro to Talk About Radio with John Leslie.  Lots of laughs and tons of memories.

07 Sep 2023Ed Histed, another radio broadcasting great has graced our podcast, and he is talking about radio with host John Leslie00:57:46

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Ed Histed is one of those broadcast treasures who has blessed the business from every angle.   From air work to ownership, program management, sales. and news/  When he sees a void, he fills it with great success. 

This conversation of Ed  Histed is a lesson for all would be radio greats.   We can all learn from him what it takes to be a success in a serious business and have fun while doing it.

Don't pass up this opportunity to hear from one of our radio broadcasting treasures, Ed Histed

11 Sep 2023Steve Craig, radio and television broadcaster is talking about radio with host John Leslie01:15:31

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Steve Craig spend many years on radio and television in the Binghamton, New York market, as well as Wilkes Barre-Scranton, Cleveland and West Palm Beach.

His unique ability to speak extemporaneously was an added asset to this veteran broadcaster.  

Tune in now to hear the great track record of an exceptional professional.

13 Sep 2023Father James Drucker an 81 year old Catholic priest and nationally known DJ is Talking About Radio With John Leslie01:05:17

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You'll never hear another podcast like it.

The Doo Wop priest, as he is known,  Father Jim Drucker makes us laugh and smile with his youthful and rapid fire storytelling ability. 

As a well known DJ at the famous WARM in Scranton-Wilkes Barre before he entered the priessthood, Father Drucker is back at it with a Doo Wop show every Saturday on Internet Radio Station Outsider FM in Philadelphia.

Father Drucker also had an illustrious military career as a chaplain second only to Father Mulchahy in MASH.    You will laugh along with us as you listen to this fantastic man talk and jock as he goes, bringing to life his colorful 60 year career of service to his listeners and his God. 

You'll never hear another podcast like it. 

16 Sep 2023Listen to some of the fabulous podcast and radio promos that have been sent to me that I include in Talking About Radio00:05:26

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These are some of the great  promos that I include in my podcast at no charge.   We've passed the two million download mark are are headed to three million.

In each episode I include :30 second  promos for your podcast at no charge.  This is a sample 4 minute 40 sample of some of the spectacular promos that I have been airing Talking About Radio with John Leslie.

I will be happy to include yours.   Just record a 30 second promo and email it to talkingaboutradio@yahoo.com.

It will be heard by thousands and thousands and thousands of eager podcast fanatics.  All they need toi do is hear about yours.

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21 Sep 2023Bill St. James enjoyed many decades "on the air" at stations all over the country. He is talking about radio with host John Leslie.01:06:02

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There is more than one broadcast professional using the air name Bill St. James.  Our guest Bill St.James lives on the West Coast and has graced the airwaves at stations from the Northeast to the Northwest and everyplace  in between.

Not only a talented DJ, Bill is a gifted production guru and host on an only radio station "Really Music Radio.."     You can find it here:
http://nextvoice.com/radio

26 Sep 2023Pete Salant is a true radio giant. He is the architect of the famous WYNY, New York meteoric rise to number 1 in the early 80s. He is talking about radio with host John Leslie00:56:38

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Pete Salant has enjoyed a brilliant radio career.  For over 40 years he established himself as a leader in programming and winning audio sound on the air.   He also consulted radio stations all across the country for 20 years, earning himself the reputaion of being the best in the business.

He joins Host John Leslie on Talking About Radio to entertain us with his wonderful stories of radio success and knowhow..

He is now very happy in a second rewarding career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. (Psychotherapist)

30 Sep 2023The Nerdish, Nerdy, Nerd News podcast contains everything you would ever want to know. The three nerds join John Leslie talking about radio.00:51:56

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Jeff Hallsworth , Kristian Sjoberg and Fergal Kearney in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada are the three nerdy guys who have taken the new medium of podcast broadcasting to a new high.  These guys break down the scientific news of the day and tell us about it in terms that we understand.

Podcasting is brought to our computers by radio waves on the internet just like AM and FM.    You can't fool these three guys, they know their stuff and they are ready and willing to tell explain to us all, those things in the news and around us that make our eyes cross when we try to understand them.

Check out this edition of Talking About Radio as we venture into our first conversation with podcasters.  It's interesting and lots of fun.

Find their podcast at
HTTP://www.wildshot.ca

02 Oct 2023"Nine,” the ultimate radio format"and "ninety nine”are two genius parodies. Created by some of the brightest talent in the radio industry. Pete Salant gives the inside story to host John Leslie on Talking about Radio00:46:36

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YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!  Included in this episode are the two unforgettable pieces of  audio.  "Nine" the ultimate radio format created in 1974 by the brillian team of Pete Salant, Randy West, Howard Hoffman, and Amos B. Moses.  Then, you are treated to the 25th anniversary remake “ninety nine” by the same outstanding cast.

Over the years, these audio treasures  have traveled around the world and have been comped and copied and copied and recopied.   What you will hear today is from the extremely rare original master.

In addition we find out a little more about Pete Salant and his four decades of radio mastery. 

04 Oct 2023Bob Miller was a household name in Portland, Oregon for decades. He is Talking About Radio with John Leslie.00:58:25

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After many successful years on  the air in Huntington, West Virginia, Bob Miller made the leap to major market Portland, Oregon in 1979, Since that time Bob has made an indelible mark on famed KEX and later KPAM.  

Bob tells us about his early years  in broadcasting and some of the good times he has had in Portland as he is "Talking About Radio" with Host John Leslie.

In addition to his success in Oregon, Bob has been inducted into the West Virginia Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

12 Oct 2023Bob Wood is among only a handful of radio programmers who made the successful transition to profitable voice acting. He is talking about radio with John Leslie00:59:10

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Bob Wood is a very amusing guy.  Join Bob and host John Leslie as they share laughs and memories of over 40 years.  Bob was a DJ, Pd and consultant for many years all across the country.  
He then found success as a voice artists with hundreds of nationally know clients and radio stations.

Sit down now and listen a a lively and light hearted conversation as Bob Wood and John Leslie are "Talking About Radio."

13 Oct 2023Dennis Woytek is an accomplished broadcast professional from DJ to award winning world class video artist. He is talking about Radio with John Leslie .00:55:33

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How many DJs do you know who spend decades on the air, served in the military and at his midlife went back to school and earned is Ph.D  Dennis Woytek, longtime DJ then became a college professor and traveled around the world d creating award winning video documentaries.

Now in his senior years, Dennis is back on the air on stations in Sarasota, Florida and Erie Pennsylvania.

His story has such depth that you dare not miss it.


Find his personal blog at:

http://www.Woytek.org/blog

20 Oct 2023Fabled Chicago DJ John Records Landecker in an encore presentation is talking about radio with John Leslie00:53:10

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When the history books are written about famed Disc Jockeys, the name John Records Landecker will be among those at the top.  His years in Philadelphia on WIBG are overshadowed by the fame he attained at WLS in Chicago.  

His evening program steam rolled through the midwest and up into Canada as he spun the hits of the day.  

This is an encore presentation of a conversation with one of the best DJS of all time, John Records Landecker

26 Oct 2023Willie Bee reminisces about his fantastic radio career at some of the nations greatest stations as he Talks About Radio With John Leslie00:46:26

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Wille Bee could write a book about his may successes in the radio broadcasting business.   Like many of us, he started very early in life with the desire to be the best at the best stations. He achieved that goal many times over.

Currently program director and morning host at KUBA in Yuba City, California, Willie wears many hats and is an articulate spokesman for the profession that we all love.

Another great radio broadcaster is a spellbinding guest on Talking About  Radio.   Listen now to another one the greats share his best memories and stories.


30 Oct 2023Accuweather meteorologist Dr. Joe Sobel had one of the largest radio audiences in the US during his years on the air. He is talking about radio with Host John Leslie.01:00:40

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What was it like in the Accuweather forecast center every morning as the meteorologists prepared weather forecasts for hundreds of radio stations.  How did they do that day in and day out, keeping listeners around the country informed about crucial weather information.

One of the top personalities for many years was Dr. Joe Sobel.  He appeared daily on the top radio stations in the top markets .   Dr. Joe tells us what it was like getting it all put together and broadcast without a hitch. 

07 Nov 2023Allan Sniffen is the guy who brings New York music and radio information to you. He is Talking About Radio With John Leslie00:49:38

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Meet Allan Sniffen.  He is the webmaster of the Musicradio77.com site.   He is the moderator of New York Radio Message Board.    He is the operator of the Online Radio station "Rewound Radio." 
 There is alot to talk about with a man who has spent over a quarter century putting together the most comprehensive resources for New York radio fans.   Rewound Radio is a place to go to hear great music that you loved then and now.

 http://www.musicradio77.com
http://www.rewoundradio.com
http://www.nyrmb.com

09 Nov 2023Walter Sabo, air talent, radio network executive, respectected consultant and now syndicated talk show host is talking about radio with John Leslie01:00:15

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Almost every radio veteran knows the name Walter Sabo.  He started years ago as a dj in Syracuse then New York City.   His meteoric rise theorugh the ranks of New York City Radio and the biggest radio networks is what legends are made off.   

All this led him to be one of the most successful and sought after media consultants in America and abroad.   

In his retirement years, he is back at it, "on the air" with a nationally syndicated night time talk show, "Midnight Misfits" using the name Walter M. Sterling. 
Listen now as Walter and  host John Leslsie share stories and have some great laughs while Talkling About Radio.

http://www.waltersterlingshow.com 

10 Nov 2023Randy Reeves golden voice has been heard on over 100 radio stations images across America. He is talking about radio with John Leslie00:50:00

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It's hard to imagine that you have not heard the pear shaped tones of voice veteran Randy Reeves.   Like most of us, he started as a dj in a small station.  Before long he was gracing the airwaves in Atlanta, Georgia.  

From there, he developed an appetite for production and voice work.  5 decades into the broadcasting business, Randy is semi retired but can boast that he has been hired by the best radio stations in the country to represent them in his imaging voice work.

From his Woodstock, Georgia home, Randy granted some interview time with host John Leslie on the world famous podcast, Talking  About Radio. 

13 Nov 2023Peter King, CBS radio network news correspondent joins host John Leslie on this episode of Talking About Radio.00:53:19

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Peter King worked on the air at some of the best radio stations in the Northeast, Including a long stint at WHEN in Syracuse and WTKO in Ithaca, New York.

After many years in programming, Peter found his way to Florida with stints in Daytona Beach and Orlando.   His next stop was news anchor.  He was so good at it that he began feeding the CBS radio network and before long he was part of their family.

Reporting from the Kennedy Space Center Peter had the chance to see first hand what many Americans see only on TV or sadly never see at all.  

He has become somewhat of a space program expert and talks about it in this episode of Tallking About Radio. 

17 Nov 2023CrusinBruce is a longtime radio professional and Classic Car Expert. He is talking about Radio with John Leslie01:05:18

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CrusinBruce has been a DJ on some of New England's finest radio stations.  At the same time, Bruce emcees over 100 classic car shows each season in about five states.

He tells us about his fantastic schedule juggling about three jobs at one time.  He is our guest on Talking About Radio With John Leslie.

http://www.crusinbruce.com

18 Nov 2023Ken Deutsch known professionally as Ken R. has been a radio and radio jingle fan since age nine. He is talking about radio with John Leslie00:50:51

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Ken R Productions was one of the nations leading jingle making companies for 25 years.   From his studio in Toledo, Ohio, Ken Deutsch produced high quality jingles that competed with the biggest jingle houses in America. 

Interestingly, Ken was friends with his competitors.

He started  his love affair with radio and Jingles at age nine and got his first radio job in a small Ohio town in 1971.

Now retired,  Ken still is a contributing columnist to RadioWorld.com.  H e has written four books  about radio and jingles and  his young life in suburban Chicago.

His books are available at
http://www.jinglesamplers.com

http://www.radioworld.com

24 Nov 2023if you have ever listened to radio in the state of Maine, you have no doubt heard Jon James. He is talking about radio with John Leslie01:09:37

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You could travel coast to coast and not find a broadcast professional more closely associated with his home state than Jon James who has entertained Mainers for nearly 45 years.   He is currently heard on afternoon drive at True Country 93.5 in Augusta, Maine.

Jon's professionalism and sincere nature make him a natural to be included in among broadcasts finest entertainers.  Listen now as he and John Leslie reminise about about the many stories that make up the fabric of the fabulous days when radio was not only a companion but a friend and an honored profession.

http://www.truecountry935.com

04 Dec 2023Randy West reached the top of his game in Hollywood as a game show announcer and voice talent. It's an extremely entertaining and informative dialogue as Randy is talking about Radio with John Leslie01:22:33

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Randy West is the "go to" guy in Hollywood when the big productionn companies are looking for the right voice too introduce the show.  The the Price is Right to Wheel of Fortune, Randy can be  heard warming up the audience, introducing the contestants and the star of the show.   

For 25 years, Randy,  who started in small town radio, has been dazzling studio audiences and the viewers at home. 

This is one podcast that  you want to sit and slisten to in it;s entirety.

Randy is also an author, with books about life back stage and the legonary Johnny Olsen,.
http://www.tvrandywest.com

07 Dec 2023Raj Rao (Manchiraju) tells us about being a radio performer on All India Radio and his life of performing here in the United States as he Talks About Radio with John Leslie.00:59:55

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Raj Rao (Manchiraju) emigrated from India to the United States 30 years ago as a highly educated scientist and engineer.   But his passion is radio, acting and performing.  As a young man in India, he was a broadcast actor on All India Radio.

Listen now, as Raj talks with host John Leslie and tells a fascinating story about radio in India and now life as an American Citizen and the broadcast opportunities that are available for a scientist whose heart belongs to entertainment.

Raj has a You Tube channel that you will want to check out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vd-s6hTZ2g&t=3s


11 Dec 2023John Quincy has been a fixture on Charleston, South Carolina Radio for 42 years. Listen now as he is a wonderful guest on Talking About Radio With John Leslie01:07:57

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It was a pleasure to have John Quincy as a guest  on Talking About Radio.   A real broadcast professional with miles and miles of experience in the radio entertainment business.

Not only is he an expert talk host and disc jockey, he is a treasure trove of radio jingle knowledge and timeless music.  John is also a dedicated archivist and website administrator for some of the  midwest's top radio stations.

John Quincy is currently the morning host on Charleston's Big Talker WTMA.  You,ll enjoy hearing the two oJohns,  Quincy and Leslie exchange radio stories.

http://www.79waky.com
http://www.1080wklo.com
http://www.lkyradio.com
http://www.wtmamemories.com/
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14 Dec 2023Bernie Wagenblast's voice is heard by millions and millions and millions of people every day, seven days a week. Bernie is John Leslie's guest on Talking About Radio00:55:14

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Berniw Wagenblast is the voice that hundreds of millions of people hear throughout the metropolitan New York area every day.  Bernie started out in radio as a traffic reporter and pretty soon was asked to do the announcments for mass transit, including subway and airports.

So you can't step onto any mass transportation in the Big Apple without Bernie Wagenblast telling you what and where.

Hear about Bernie's life journey and a major personal change along the way.
http://www.printerest.com/brwagenblast/boiceover/

15 Dec 2023Rich Fields was one of only a handful of broadcasters who had the exciting job of saying 'Come On Down" on The Price is Right. He is talking about that and radio with John Leslie00:56:45

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from the time he was a little boy, Rich Fields told anybody who would listen that he was gooing to be the announcer on "The Price is Right."  Well, he trusted his inner GPS and in 2004 he was hand picked by Bob Barker from a field of over 200 applicants to do just that. 

Rich fields is a multitalented entertainer with degrees in broadcasting and meteorology.  He is also the author of the book "Trust your inner GPS,."

Listen to this amazing episode with a man who made it to the biggest of big times, Rich Fields.


http://richfields.tv


18 Dec 2023Peter King, CBS news correspondent, makes a return visit to talk about being a space correspondent at the Kennedy Space Center.00:54:07

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How exciting it is to be right there at Kennedy Space Center when those monster space craft roar into the heavens.  Peter King has been reporting those launches for CBS for many years.

He  joins us now in an encore visit to taking about that coveted assignment. 

20 Dec 2023Bob Scherago is a radio engineer who went from being an usher at CBS to helping keep Voice of America broadcasting around the world. He is talking about radio with John Leslie.00:55:59

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Who is behind the radio scenes keeping your favorite programs pumping out of the speakers.   One of them is Bob Scherago who worked as an engineer at some of the most famous radio stations in America.  After years at Hartford's famous WTIC,  Bob worked for Connecticut Public Radio, then the Big Time......The Voice of America in Washington D.C   

For nearly 3 decades, Bob worked in various capacities at VOA,  one of the most powerful radio stations on the planet, sending American programming around the globe.

Listen now as Bob Scherago reminisces about his radio years and the great stories that go along with them.

http://www.goldenage-wtic.org
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23 Dec 2023Just a few of our hundreds of friends from around the world Talking About Radio With John Leslie00:03:50

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Here is just a small sample of the many professional broadcasters around the world who have lent their names to one of the most listened to podcasts on the internet today.   Talking about Radio, paying tribute to the thousands of professional broadcasters is downloaded in 68 countries/

Here are a few of our many friends.

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09 Jan 2024Anita Bonita is like a rock star in New York City Radio. She is talking About Radio with John Leslie00:58:25

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Anita Bonita is second to none in the Big Apple radio community.  Anita has been at it for a long time and is one of the best damned radio professionals in New York City.  

Radio news, voice over, morning show host, voice actor, music director, Program Director.   You name it and she shines.

It was an honor to have Anita Bonita as a guest on Talking About Radio With John Leslie.

http://www.anitabonita.net

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