Larry Bowa Hosted sports show on WWDB on weekends during baseball off-season in the late 1970s. Dom Giordano Overnight host on WWDB 96.5, moved to mornings 7/98. KYW Newsradio (1060 AM) is moving Denise Nakano to midday anchor and Jay Scott Smith to afternoon anchor. Jim Gearhardt WKXW NJ101.5-FM -- Host of the morning news and comment show. One audio clip in the Audio Vault. In 2003 Hilarie was working at CFUN in Vancouver, Canada. Every job fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through Tuesday morning for much of the Lehigh Valley and northern New Jersey. [29] Several months later in early 1960, NBC announced it would trade its Philadelphia stations to RKO General in exchange for that company's Boston outlets, WNAC-AM-FM-TV. Once WWDB stopped Talk he went to Philly Tv News. This email address is being protected from spambots. Bernie McCain Formerly hosted overnights on WWDB in mid-1980s -- last heard on the radio in DC area? (last updated 7/01), George Michaels Washington, D.C. television / local NBC station, channel 4. Promoted to program director in February of 2001. Merrill Reese WWDB in the early days. Joey Reynolds Joey Reynolds was a Philly radio guy. KYW is a 50,000watt Class A clear channel station. Services are expected to resume at 12:01 p.m. Customers who go to the drive-thru restaurant Wednesday can get a free donut with the purchase of any beverage. As of Spring 2004, New Director of all of the Clear Channel Radio stations in Washington DC and morning news anchor on Clear Channel's WBIG - Big 100 in DC. 12 am - Levon Putney. Deceased. We collected photos of many of these well-known TV journalists and anchors. From 1986 to 1998, KYW used the C-QUAM AM Stereo system, but abandoned stereo broadcasts about the time of the CBS-Westinghouse merger and went back to standard monophonic broadcasts. Philadelphia city council. Nikazy, who serves as midday anchor and hosts KYW's "Reporters Roundup," has been with (7/06), Judi Franco WKXW NJ101.5-FM -- Long-time co-host with Dennis Malloy, middays. Bill Thomas Former fill-in on WWDB. Ian Bush moves from afternoon to co-anchor mornings. Ted Hechtman Financial host for a number of years on WDVT. Pictures of News Anchors and Reporters. Liked to chat it up with Irv Homer in the afternoons. [31] RKO General initially contested the FCC's decision, but soon gave up its efforts and bowed out of the competition. Upon its completion KYW became a sister station to its long-time rival, CBS-owned WGMP (1210 AM, now WPHT). "I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement. "Radio requires constant relocation and I won't do that anymore." You might remember her as co-host at Q102 and on various other stations in Philly. Ira Mellman Worked at WCAU twicealso WFIL..news with George Michael. Susan has anchored the news for CBS News Radio in New York and WMAL and XM Satellite Radio in Washington DC. Had a cult following on WPHT, late-night weekends. Neal Newman WIP 2000-2004, Assistant PD under Tom Bigby. (last updated 9-01) Picture, Donna Francavilla -Picture News, producer at WWDB 1981 then went to KYW in 1982 as desk assistant & production assistant. More pictures of Rollye are on the Rollye James Archive Page, Jay and Hilarie - Archived Audio of Jay on WNBC with pictures Jay Sorenson and Hilarie Barsky. Morning news at WDEL until July 20, 2001. [44], KYW broke from its all-news format on November 3, 2022, to simulcast Game 5 of the 2022 World Series, which involved the Philadelphia Phillies, with WPHT. Frank X. Feller WWDB.1980s? The Commission renewed NBC's licenses for WRCV radio and television, on the condition that the 1956 station swap with Westinghouse be reversed. Thumbnail picture. Anita Gevinson Formerly WYSP DJ in pre-Howard Stern days hosted "Ask Anita" talk segment in early or mid-80s; then moved onto full-time talk gig at WCAU-AM. Through the financial support of Samuel Insull, and the cooperation of Mary Garden, director general of the Chicago Opera Company, KYW's initial broadcasts consisted of the opera company's entire six-day-a-week winter season schedule. Bill Burns - anchor (1953-1989); died in 1997. The network maintenance will conclude at 12:00 p.m. Saturday. Filled in on WWDB and WPHT. 97.1) Detroit, where they've done afternoons since moving from New Jersey; achieved infamy when a bit they did on WKRK merited a large indecency fine. Went on to syndication with Roberta Gale (Westwood One, 1993-94), then to KSDO San Diego, WIOD Miami, WINZ Miami. Karin's news beat kept the Philadelphia region aware of all the unique . Thumbnail picture of Early Bailey from 2000. It's anyone's guess how strong the station would be today if those un-named corporate types had any vision. he has been working with co-host Anthony Gargano since early 2000. Being able to make people laugh at a drop of a hat was no easy task. The moves come as morning co-anchor Brandon Brooks retires. GoGoMag.com & TVHeads.com are not . New data shows Philadelphia's Driving Equality Law is helping to take more weapons off the streets. "Big Daddy" Graham - www.bigdaddygraham.com WIP 610-AM - Overnights. Based on its responsibilities as an NBC-owned outlet, WRCV carried all of NBC's network programming, such as the weekend Monitor magazine-style program. KYW is currently one of three "K" stations in Pennsylvania on the AM band, in addition to KDKA and, "Comparison of New and Old Rate Schedules of NBC. [14] Westinghouse used the studios and sales operations of WCAU. Prior to going to 'DB the first time, Dom Q had been at 'CAU for quite a while. NJ 101.5, WPHT 1210 AM (10 am to 1 pm), WWDB 96.5, Now on in Dallas Ft. Worth. You had respected veterans like Walt Hunter, Pat Ciarrocchi, Kathy Orr, Susan Barnett, Chris May, Carol Erickson, Bob Kelly, and Beasley Reece in the house. (KH, 10/06, updated 3/07). (October 98 to July 99) He would do a shift on YSP and drive cross town to PHT trying his hand out in talk radio. Another one of him at WRTI. Owns a wine and spirits shop in Jersey. Most know for hosting the longest-running and highly rated TV talk show AM Philadelphia (1984-1997). KYW Newsradio's programming is also available via a simulcast on sister station 103.9 WPHI-FM and the HD2 subchannel of sister station 94.1 WIP-FM.[2]. -- Died 2/25/1998 - Head of the Philadelphia real estate firm, Bernard C. Meltzer & Associates. KYW not only was an all-news pioneer, it also . Formerly on WWDB, early am shift and weekends (1998). Art Mckeown "Art the Builder" - Longtime partner with Rick Degregorio in the long-running home repair and fix-it show. [9], On May 15, 1933, after the FRC requested that stations using only one of their assigned call letters drop those that were no longer in regular use, KFKX was eliminated and the station reverted to just KYW.[10]. Mixup", "Directory of U.S. Commercial FM Stations", "Westinghouse buys WPTZ (TV) for record $8.5 million", "NBC, WBC trade properties in Cleveland, Philadelphia", "NBC-Westinghouse swap approved; FCC stirs Justice Dept. KYW's unusual history includes its call sign of only three letters, beginning with a K, rare for a station in the east. PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy. Franny Rizzo Son of the former Mayor. Picture coming soon. Named by Newsweek magazine as "the most celebrated radio host in New York" in 1979. Previously on Star 104.5 as morning co-host with Nancy Glass. 6 am - Wayne Cabot and Paul Murnane (with CBS World News Roundup at 8-8:08 am) 10 am - Lynda Lopez. Voice of the Eagles broadcasts. After Bigby left the station in 2004 Neal served as interim PD and then Operations Manager. Edward R. Murrow Award (Radio) 2021 Now Ukee Washington is the last man standing because everybody else retired, quit, was fired unexpectedly, or joined FOX 29 instead. late 60's at least. Steve Bryant WCOJ West Chester. [25] The Westinghouse-NBC station swap, and its subsequent reversal nine years later, resulted in two alternate ways to recount KYW's history. Previously long term on KYW Newsradio. I have a soft spot for Art. Updated by "Janky" 5/2004 - Hired with legendary talk host Jonathon Brandmeir to do a morning show on KCBS. [27][28] In September 1959 the Justice Department issued a decision which, in part, instructed NBC to divest WRCV-AM-TV by the end of 1962. As KYW Newsradio broadens its reach on crystal-clear 103.9 FM, we are happy to expand the roles of these outstanding journalists, said David Yadgaroff, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Entercom Philadelphia. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. "As KYW Newsradio broadens its reach on crystal-clear 103.9 FM, we are happy to expand the roles of these outstanding journalists," said David Yadgaroff, SVP/Market Manager, Entercom Philadelphia."Ian, Jay, and Denise bring invaluable experience and insight that will help Philadelphia's most-trusted news team serve our region at this critical time and beyond." From the birth of rock 'n' roll in the 1950s through just about the end of the 20th Century, Cleveland was a great town for radio. He was mostly a DJ but a listener who sent this in remembers him interviewing Rock stars like John Lennon. KYW (1060 kHz) is a commercial AM radio station licensed to serve Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Steve Friedman passed away. recent picture (2001) promo card from WWDB. (Updated January 2010), Bill Doyle Partnered with Jeff Deminski on NJ101.5 afternoons, 1993-1999. Radio KYW (1060 kHz, "Newsradio 10-60") is a commercial AM radio station licensed to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In November 2017, CBS Radio merged with Entercom, which is based in Philadelphia. Has filled in on WPHT and WWDB. Worked with Frank Rizzo and did fill-in work for Herman, Ford, Marr, Culmer, and Quinn. Previously evening host on WWDB 96.5-FM and before that in many other markets including Texas & California. KYW-TV (channel 3) is a television station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, serving as the market's CBS outlet. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.Bible: Hebrew Psalms, 23:4. Also filled in as needed for producers Rhonda Hibbler, Maureen "The Magnificent" Sears, John Rose, and Tim "Hammerhead" Hallorhan to produce for Dominic Quinn, Irv Homer, and Susan Bray. One full-power station simulcasts the programming of KYW: KYW programming is also available via a simulcast on the HD2 subchannel of sister station 94.1 WIP-FM. Industry: AM radio station. In the records of the FCC, the station in Philadelphia on 1060kHz merely underwent two call letter and ownership changes, taking place in 1956 and 1965. Earle Bailey is now working for XMRadio in Washington as of 2004 (SiriusXM) Formerly WNEW FM New York, WLIR FM Thumbnail picture of Early Bailey from 2000, Art Bell (1945-2018)The iconic overnight host. These young chefs had two hours in the kitchen at the Art Institute of Philadelphia to create two dishes from memory. Rich Teplitsky Former executive producer for WWDB. John Brown Website (offline) | Parody (archived on the old site) -- Metro Traffic John is remembered as the very popular traffic guy while Phil Valentine was on the air in 96-97. [18], On March 29, 1941, KYW's clear channel assignment was shifted from 1020 to 1060kHz, its current frequency, as part of a nationwide adjustment of assignments engineered by the North American Regional Broadcasting Agreement (NARBA). (Added/Updated - 11/2003 by P.M.S. (10/01) WPEN 950-AM in Philadelphia. The panel's chairman says it's not just idle chatter. Frank Ford started the station in the 80s. Relatives of 29 people who gave the gift of life stood up as the names of their loved ones were read. Tried out talk radio hosting in Alabama with a show called Frankly Speaking--What women talk about when men arent around. Lives in Alabama. On September 1, 1928, the Federal Radio Commission (FRC) ordered that their operations should be consolidated. [32] Following nearly a year of appeals by NBC, Westinghouse regained control of WRCV-AM-TV on June 19, 1965, and subsequently restored the KYW call letters to the radio station. Westinghouse had been a founding partner of RCA, NBC's original parent company. Since 1998, writer and Editor of the News-Talk-Sports department at AllAccess.com, based in the Los Angeles area. Commercial voice-over business. Picture (6-01), Sol Weinstein overnights? Previously on KYW. Started afternoons on NJ101.5 with Craig Carton in July 2002. Harry Hurley | picture Formerly on WFPG - 1450-AM in Atlantic City. Before 'ILM, a freelancer at WDAS in Philly (updated July 2001), Pat Winters Used to do traffic for WWDB, middays (6-01). Since 1992, popular Los Angeles talk hosts at KFI (1992-99, 2001-present) and KABC 1999-2000. Resides (as of 2002) in New York City with his wife. 1,052 episodes Straightforward conversations about the people, ideas, and power centers that shape the world we live in. His daily comedy bit called "Congo Curt" featured a well- intended, but highly inept jungle explorer. Austin CulmerFormerly of WWDB, weekend overnight shift. Democrat nominee for Congress for NW Illinois 1968. Originally from Australia, she moved back there after WWDB stopped talk programming. He formerly worked for the Inquirer and was on the popular Prism show, "Great Sports Debate." While on WPHT the team was split (Jay was released) and Hilarie continued the show for several months until she went to Metro. https://www.inquirer.com/news/broadcasters-remember-frank-ford-20090416.html. [19] It largely simulcast KYW's programming and later moved to 92.5 MHz as KYW-FM when the FM dial was shifted. Anchored mornings on the old WCAUdid sports talk with Steve Fredericks..and did news with Frank Rizzo. Entercom announces a revamped weekday lineup for KYW-AM Philadelphia. Kirk Dorn Kirk worked at KYW until he moved to WWDB to head up its morning news programming until Nov. 2000. Peter Cook and Scott Manning. Came in from Dayton. Passed away the same day his show was to start on WPEN of a heart attack. The often forgotten skill of memorizing was key to victory at the regional spelling bee in West Philadelphia. Sheryl Ann Kennedy Metro News. It is one of the oldest continuously operating radio stations in the United States, originating in Chicago before moving to Philadelphia in 1934. Also WWDB..morning news with Paul W. Smith. Tyrone T. Dancy Host & Producer of the Veterans hour Radio program, aired the first Saturday of each month on WDAS-am 1480 From 6-7 pm. Memorable radio personalities from Cleveland's past. Tom Marr WCBM 680-AM, Baltimore. [40][41][42][43], KYW radio ended its longtime partnership with KYW-TV on February 10, 2020, and began broadcasting traffic, news, and weather information from NBC-owned WCAU (channel 10). Danielle Wiggins anchors the 4:30 a.m. half hour and the Saturday edition of the GO! In 1995, Westinghouse Electric announced its purchase of CBS. Worked with Phil Valentine and Ron Dobson. Also worked at WINS in NYWTOP in Washington, CBS Radio in NY, etc. Dennis Malloy WKXW NJ101.5-FM -- Long-time co-host with Judy Franco, middays. This website uses cookies. at WWDB from 94 to 96, just before the Schwartzs' sold the station to Charlie Banta & Mercury Broadcasting. Lives in Ft. Lauderdale with his 14-year-old son as of (Last Update 10/2003). Philadelphia radio personality Hy Lit briefly worked at WRCV during the first year of NBC ownership, hosting a local rock-and-roll program and an adult standards show for the NBC network. Ellery, now living in Huntingdon Valley, worked for WOR in NY, WFLA, in Tampa and a host of other stations across America. Yikes Inc., a collaborativetech company, is looking to be a pioneering vehicle for diversity in a male dominated industry of web design and coding. When I was doing a parody piece on local talk radio he allowed me to use some of his material and images. The U.S. Fire Administration reports only 5% of the country's career firefighters are women. Finally it proposed moving the station to a Region 2 location, settling on Philadelphia. Jerry and his partner decided not to sell at that time. The station was designed to serve a dual purpose, of providing an agricultural service, and for testing the practicality of using shortwave transmitters to link together radio networks, with KFKX receiving much of its programming by shortwave from KDKA in Pittsburgh. KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia will be adding an FM signal on November 23, and on Thursday Entercom announced the station has revamped its lineup of news anchors. [5] By fall of 1922 the station was operating for twelve hours a day.[6]. KYW's unusual history includes its call sign of only three letters, beginning with a K, rare for a station in the Eastern United States. Jay Sorenson has a long history in radio including WABC in New York and program director at WKXW. Patti Burns - anchor/reporter (1974-1997); died in 2001. Went to California to be a writer for the "Man Show." KYW (1060 kHz) is a commercial AM radio station licensed to serve Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Frank Ford Born in 1917 Frank Ford has a long history in radio broadcasting in Philly. Deceased. He has also served as a reporter, news editor, and technology editor, and is the recipient of three Edward R. Murrow awards for his coverage of Villanovas national championship in 2016. Previously did the morning news on DB with Phil Valentine. Became Phillies manager. Worked with Dom Giordano as a team doing the morning show while the station prepped for its morning news show. At the time, the FCC normally did not allow common ownership of clear channel stations with overlapping nighttime coverage. (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. Now (as of Spring 2001) is at the Internet arm of the Village Voice. Could only get the OK to put Rush on weekends and un-named corporate types insisted they preview the shows and edit out any content too controversial. ", "Special Programs Mark Opening of New KYW Studios. Notable Former On-air Staff Susan Barnett - anchor (1999-2003); now at KYW in Philadelphia. Retired. Picture. This page is where we index as many local talk radio people as possible and list any related on-site and off-site content such as photos, audio clips, and more. KYW Newsradio 1060 has revamped its on-air lineup as it prepares to begin simulcasting on the FM dial later this month. Founded Sports Physical Therapists in 1984 and sold that in 1993. (then) Morning anchor at WBAL, Baltimore. Daryl has been hosting since May 2002 and is a senior writer for City Newspaper. May not be reproduced or copied. In addition, a television simulcast of KYW's 5 to 8 a.m. block called KYW Newsradio 1060 This Morning aired on co-owned WPSG (channel 57) in the early 2000s, adapting KYW's "news blocks" to television. Former QVC host. Susan Monday hosts Monday on Sunday, Sunday afternoons from 2 to 3 p.m. An in-depth look at the big stories of the week. The "sandwich" was added to the fast food chain's menu in 2010 and reappeared in 2014. Worked for a time in the Agriculture Dept. Ken James Overnights on WWDB during the mid to late 80s - brother of Wynn Moore - favorite line to unresponsive callers."Earth calling Mars!" Anthony Caple says he'd rather wear his own "5 Star" sweatshirt line than something from Gucci. Change Your Work, Change Your Wealth, Change Your Life IN REAL TIME. Westinghouse fought a long legal battle, attempting to keep KYW operating as a clear channel station on 1020 in Chicago. KYW Cleveland/WRCV Philadelphia (19561965). The show was removed from the station sometime around 2004. KYW Newsradio reporters talk daily with experts and leaders in science, politics, business, and public health -- to make sense of the news and unravel the real reasons why a story matters. Detours are now diverting traffic from I-295 northbound to Route 130. (2-07), Stan Majors For nearly ten years (1992-2001) broadcast late night issue talk show nationally.total stations over 500 during that timesyndicated by three different national radio networks. Betty Berniman (sp?) Four 'PHT "intro" bumpers are in the Audio Vault. The goal of the radio show is to encourage people to use computers and share community service information. (Added 11/2003), Paul W. Smith Former morning guy at WWDB FM in Philly. The change coincided with KYW radio's move from the CBS Broadcast Center (which continues to house KYW-TV) to 2400 Market Street, along with Entercom's other Philadelphia radio stations and its corporate headquarters. Shown here at left. morning show at WKYC Studios in Cleveland, Ohio. Moved to WKRK (Live!