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Tuesday, June 20, 2006
6/21: Harvey impressions
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I’m not around this week to hear Steve Harvey in his first week airing in Atlanta. How does he sound? What do you like or dislike so far compared to SiMan? And how is SiMan doing at night?
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6/21: Krok getting tasered
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Just like Fred Powers a couple of years ago on WGCL-TV, WSB-TV night-time talker Chris Krok is going to get tasered to show it’s a safe and effective way to subdue a perp.
Here’s the press release:
MEDIA ADVISORY NEWS/TALK 750 WSB HOST STUNNED WITH TASER GUN Nighttime Host Chris Krok Personally Demonstrates Stun Gun Safety
WHO: KrokTalk Host Chris Krok 10pm-2am weeknights on News/Talk 750 WSB
WHAT: Hit with a TASER gun
WHEN: Wednesday, June 21, 2006
TIME: 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: News/Talk 750 WSB 1601 West Peachtree Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30309
Chris Krok, host of KrokTalk weeknights from 10pm until 2am on News/Talk 750 WSB believes stun gun or TASER use by law enforcement actually saves lives and is willing to be “tased” to prove his point.
“People demonize cops for using TASER saying they’re bad and cost lives,” Krok said. “I know they save lives, and to prove it, I’m going to put my money where my mouth is and get tased myself.” Krok will demonstrate the use of the TASER during his live broadcast on Wednesday, June 21st at 10pm. This month the Justice Department announced plans to study the use of electrical stun guns also known as neuromuscular incapacitation devices (NMIDs) by law enforcement personnel over traditional lethal and non-lethal weapons.
News/Talk 750 WSB is Atlanta’s source for news, weather, traffic, and entertaining and informative talk. WSB is also the home to nationally syndicated talk show host Neal Boortz and consumer watchdog Clark Howard. The station is owned and operated by Cox Radio Inc. (CXR), which is one of the largest radio broadcasting companies in the United States, owning 79 stations in 18 markets.
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6/20: Geller gone from Q100
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
According to www.allaccess.com, Q100 night-time guy Geller is out after about two years. Not sure why yet but the station changed ownership last month so changes are inevitable. (Getting rid of, then bringing back Jamie Massey has been the other major move so far.) Geller wasn’t there as long as his predecessor Jeff Miles, who left for a station on San Francisco and is now middays as “Cruz” at Kiss in Dallas, Bert’s old station. Here’s his page
So were you a fan of Geller? Not? Any good ideas for replacements in town among the unemployed (or underemployed) jocks?
Here’s Geller’s myspace if you want to send him a note.
And the job opening at the web site
FT On-Air Personality
LOCATION: Cumulus Atlanta 780 Johnson Ferry Road, 5th Floor Atlanta, GA 30342
SUPERVISOR: Dylan Sprague, Programming Director EXPERIENCE/
SKILLS Must have at least 2-3 years experience on-air in a large/medium market – only candidates with this experience will be considered. In addition, candidates should have production skills; knowledge of FCC rules and regulations; and experience operating a control board, remote broadcasting equipment and other related equipment.
JOB SUMMARY:
The basic job function is to host on-air from 6pm-11 pm, Monday-Saturday.
NOTE: Employees must have six months of service in their present position, and a fully competent performance rating to be eligible to apply for a posted position.
CONTACT:
Please mail, e-mail, or fax resume, salary requirements and MP3 file of voicework to:
Lisa Doyle Kelly
Market Controller and HR Manager
Email: Lisa.Kelly@cumulus.com
Fax: 404-497-4714
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
