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Explore " am radio" with insightful episodes like "Hooray for AM Radio!", "ATTG 2009: Live and Let Snoop - Tech Layoffs, Helix Pivotal, Raspberry Pi 5", "ATTG 2009: Live and Let Snoop - Tech Layoffs, Helix Pivotal, Raspberry Pi 5", "Rob Lee Takes the Hot Seat : Flipping the Tables with Wordsmith" and "Episode 37: Wrestling Radio Lives - With Glen Braget & Michael McCurdy!" from podcasts like ""Southeast Regional Ag News", "Ask The Tech Guys (Audio)", "Ask The Tech Guys (Video)", "The Truth In This Art" and "The Outdated Wrestling Hour"" and more!
Episodes (33)
ATTG 2009: Live and Let Snoop - Tech Layoffs, Helix Pivotal, Raspberry Pi 5
What are some downsides to an ultra-short throw projector? How can I recover data from an old MacBook when the battery is dead? What are Linux operating systems to use on a Raspberry Pi 5? Plus, Dick DeBartolo shares some expensive gadgets from CES 2024 and Padre's CES 2024 Recap Part 2!
- Car industry seeks to crush AM radio; Congress may rescue it.
- N.S.A. buys Americans' Internet data without warrants, letter says.
- Nearly 25,000 tech workers were laid off in the first weeks of 2024. Why is that?
- What are the downsides to ultra-short throw projectors?
- Dick DeBartolo and the expensive tech from CES 2024.
- Is AT&T in California looking to no longer offer landline telephone services to customers in the state?
- How can I recover data off an old MacBook Air if the battery is dead?
- What should I be prepared to do when reinstalling an operating system on a laptop?
- Why can't I reformat an encrypted hard drive?
- Is there a way to enable encrypted folder protection within iCloud, similar to pCloud's Crypto Folder feature?
- Padre's CES Recap Part 2 - Gadgets!
- What Linux operating systems can I use for the Raspberry Pi 5?
- After switching iPhones, why are my Airtags becoming an "unknown device," thus thinking that an unknown AirTag is following me?
- Can I still buy the older Apple power cables that originally came with the older MacBooks?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2009
Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys
ATTG 2009: Live and Let Snoop - Tech Layoffs, Helix Pivotal, Raspberry Pi 5
What are some downsides to an ultra-short throw projector? How can I recover data from an old MacBook when the battery is dead? What are Linux operating systems to use on a Raspberry Pi 5? Plus, Dick DeBartolo shares some expensive gadgets from CES 2024 and Padre's CES 2024 Recap Part 2!
- Car industry seeks to crush AM radio; Congress may rescue it.
- N.S.A. buys Americans' Internet data without warrants, letter says.
- Nearly 25,000 tech workers were laid off in the first weeks of 2024. Why is that?
- What are the downsides to ultra-short throw projectors?
- Dick DeBartolo and the expensive tech from CES 2024.
- Is AT&T in California looking to no longer offer landline telephone services to customers in the state?
- How can I recover data off an old MacBook Air if the battery is dead?
- What should I be prepared to do when reinstalling an operating system on a laptop?
- Why can't I reformat an encrypted hard drive?
- Is there a way to enable encrypted folder protection within iCloud, similar to pCloud's Crypto Folder feature?
- Padre's CES Recap Part 2 - Gadgets!
- What Linux operating systems can I use for the Raspberry Pi 5?
- After switching iPhones, why are my Airtags becoming an "unknown device," thus thinking that an unknown AirTag is following me?
- Can I still buy the older Apple power cables that originally came with the older MacBooks?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/2009
Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys
Rob Lee Takes the Hot Seat : Flipping the Tables with Wordsmith
In this episode of The Truth in This Art podcast, host Rob Lee is interviewed by Wordsmith. They discuss Rob's journey into podcasting, his most inspiring and weirdest guests, the role of podcasting in society, and his plans for the future of the podcast. Tune in to hear Rob's insights and experiences as a podcaster. 🎙️
Episode Highlights:
- Introduction to the podcast and the special interview with Rob Lee [00:00:10]
- Wordsmith takes over as the guest host and asks Rob about his passion for podcasting [00:01:38]
- Rob shares his journey into podcasting and the inspiration behind The Truth in His Art podcast [00:03:19]
- Rob discusses his most inspiring guest, Rebecca Hoffberger, and the unique interview experience [00:08:59]
- The best and weirdest guest, and the stream-of-consciousness interview [00:10:37]
- The role of podcasting as an alternative to FM and AM radio, and the freedom it offers [00:16:17]
- Rob's legacy and the impact he wants to make through his podcast [00:19:02]
- The accessibility and low cost of entry into podcasting [00:21:38]
- Rob's plans for the podcast in 2024, including curated and hyper-focused episodes [00:22:11]
- Spreading the podcast to other cities and showcasing talent from different communities [00:28:04]
- Wordsmith expresses gratitude and appreciation for Rob's contributions to the podcasting community [00:34:02]
Key Takeaways:
- Rob's passion for podcasting stems from his desire to showcase underrepresented talent and communities.
- The podcasting medium offers freedom and independence for creators to express themselves authentically.
- Podcasting provides a low-cost entry point for anyone with a good idea and a desire to share their voice.
- Rob plans to curate more focused and serialized episodes in 2024, highlighting specific themes and cities.
- The podcasting community is grateful for Rob's contributions and the opportunities he provides for emerging and established artists. 🌟
Subscribe to The Truth in This Art podcast to stay updated on future episodes and join the conversation about art, creativity, and community. 🎨
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LinkedIn: Rob Lee, Wordsmith (Anthony Parker) 🔗
You may check out the previous episode with Wordsmith here.
We hope you enjoyed this special episode of The Truth in This Art featuring an interview with our very own host, Rob Lee. Now, we have a small request for you. If you loved this episode and the podcast as a whole, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback and support mean the world to us and help us reach more people who can benefit from these inspiring conversations. 🌍
Additionally, if you want to take your support to the next level, consider becoming a patron of The Truth in This Art on Patreon. By joining our Patreon community, you'll gain access to exclusive bonus content, behind-the-scenes updates, and the opportunity to connect with Rob and other like-minded individuals. Your contribution will directly support the growth and sustainability of the podcast, allowing us to continue bringing you thought-provoking interviews and shining a light on underrepresented voices. 🌈
Thank you for being a part of our journey and for your continued support. Together, let's make 2024 an incredible year for The Truth in This Art! 🚀
Stay inspired! ✨
The Truth In This Art is not just about exploring art, culture, and community—it's a platform that actively engages with them. Whether you're discovering the vibrant arts scene in and around your community or tasting the local flavors at Foraged, you're immersed in the heartbeat of Baltimore. Located in the Station North Arts & Entertainment District, foraged. a hyper-seasonal eatery where Chef Chris Amendola serves farm-fresh seasonal plates alongside beer & wine, all in an atmosphere as warm and inviting as our podcast conversations. The space, adorned with greenery, mirrors the eatery's commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, a philosophy that's deeply rooted in the natural world—just like the authentic stories we explore on the podcast. It's a full-circle community experience, even featuring a signature cocktail named after Rob Lee. With Chef Amendola being a frequent guest on our show, the partnership illuminates the rich intersections of arts, culture, and community that we both celebrate. Discover more at foragedeatery.com.
★ Support this podcast ★Episode 37: Wrestling Radio Lives - With Glen Braget & Michael McCurdy!
Bob Smith (formerly the managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) loves radio - he cut his teeth on it before becoming a writer and editor. We all know that wrestling podcasts are all the rage - but did you know that there are still some excellent wrestling radio shows out there to enjoy? Join Bob and his guests Glen Braget and Michael McCurdy - the host of Minnesota's classic Rasslin' Memories Then & Now radio show - for a freewheeling, upbeat conversation all about the state of radio, as well as more wrestling stuff than you could shake Fred Blassie's cane at - the trio hits upon topics such as the AWA, Joyce Paustian's amazing book, Jerry Blackwell's face turn, Don Callis, Adam Pearce, Portland action, old school prelim stars, scary TV moments, and more. Enjoy more traditional vibes from the most decidedly different mat podcast series you'll ever hear!
Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!
A Trip to 1948: Remembering St. Louis' Past, with Johnny Rabbit
In this segment, Johnny Rabbit takes the listeners back to the year 1948, reminiscing about various aspects of life during that time in St. Louis. He talks about the political climate during the presidential election, the movie theaters and entertainment options available, the population growth, housing developments, and the state of radio broadcasting with the introduction of FM frequencies. He also mentions some upcoming events in St. Louis entertainment.
After Johnny's segment, Scott Jagow, the entertainment director, joins the show to brighten up the day with entertainment news. They discuss the persistence of AM radio and its continued presence, despite the introduction of FM frequencies.
Total Information AM Weekend
enAugust 06, 2023
Bringin' It Back
Ah, it’s summer. Yay! There’s a certain nostalgia associated with summertime and Elizabeth’s sharing a few things from her childhood that she’s bringing back for the Year of Our Lord 2023. It’s all about finding joy where you can, whether it’s AM radio or popsicles, what’s your summer vibe?
Chris Martin, Creativity Coach
30 Bells for Gordon
On this week's show, we...
- bid adieu to the late Gordon Lightfoot
- spin fresh tracks from Foo Fighters, Deer Tick & Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit
- spend quality time with new records from Esther Rose, Wednesday & Peter Case
All this & much, much less!
Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is over 2 rock-solid hours of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.
A Conversation with John Catsimatidis | New York Post — "Carmakers’ Unsafe, Un-American Push to Eliminate AM Radio" | Author, "How Far Do You Want to Go?" | US Leadership in Decline
Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with billionaire entrepreneur John Catsimatidis, author, "How Far do You Want to Go?" on vital issues impacting America's economy and security. John Catsimatidis is owner and CEO of the Red Apple Group,
owner of 77 WABC Radio and host of The Cats Roundtable. John Catsimatidis shares about his leading endeavors to fight back against the scheme by carmakers to eliminate AM radio from vehicles and the serious concern that removal of AM alerts will adversely affect millions of Americans when facing manmade and natural disasters.
The conversation also focuses on the high cost of energy and America's leadership on the world stage. John Catsimatidis also shares about his recent conversation with former President Donald J. Trump aired on 77 WABC radio (https://wabcradio.com/episode/president-donald-trump-04-30-23/).
New York Post | Carmakers’ unsafe, un-American push to eliminate AM radio (https://nypost.com/2023/04/26/carmakers-unsafe-un-american-push-to-eliminate-am-radio/)
"But some automotive makers — Ford among them — want to eliminate the AM option (https://nypost.com/2023/04/14/sean-hannity-speaks-out-on-electric-vehicles-ditching-am-radio/) in all gas-powered and electric 2024 models. The move isn’t only un-American — it’s just plain dumb. AM radio is undisputedly the most reliable form of communication during emergencies. And it’s not only small markets that depend on getting crucial information out via the airwaves — every major city uses AM alerts during manmade and natural disasters." — John Catsimatidis, Op-Ed | The New York Post
John's dedication to family, faith and country will inspire everyone. John's story focuses on the humbling experiences of a Greek immigrant family coming to America and embracing the American Dream through a strong work ethic and sacrifices. Today, his job creation endeavors through the Red Apple Group employs thousands of our fellow Americans, from New York to Pennsylvania, Florida, and other places.
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America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472
Twitter:
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@AmericasRT
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@supertalk
America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.
America’s Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.
Tune into America’s Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms.
Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm
Three Essential Traits To Succeed In Real Estate
Careers in Real Estate - Your Five Minute Monday explores the many areas in the real estate industry to participate in and if it is the right career for you. I delve deep into the dozens of niche’s and specialty areas that many people never new existed. I also bring listeners up to date with the most relevant real estate market news and trends to be sure that new real estate professionals clearly understand how and why we work in our industry. Each episode is time sensitive to the market at that moment.
I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to share it with friends. Thank You
We are also airing every Monday morning at 7 am on WWPR Talk Radio, Tampa Bay's 1490 AM
Having A Real Estate License Is Essential, Even If Your Just Investing For Yourself
Careers in Real Estate - Your Five Minute Monday explores the many areas in the real estate industry to participate in and if it is the right career for you. I delve deep into the dozens of niche’s and specialty areas that many people never new existed. I also bring listeners up to date with the most relevant real estate market news and trends to be sure that new real estate professionals clearly understand how and why we work in our industry. Each episode is time sensitive to the market at that moment in time.
I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to share it with friends. Thank You
Dr. John R. Brinkley - Part 4
Hey, y'all! Today we come to a close on the wild story of Dr. on occasion John R. Brinkley. Join us as we discuss John's rebirth in Del Rio, Texas, his ridiculous renovated mansion, & his final attempt to gain political office.
John R. Brinkley - Part 3
Hey, y'all! We are back with a new chapter in the adventure of no-longer-a-doctor John R. Brinkley. In this episode, John decides to get revenge against the Kansas Medical Board the only way he knows how: by running for Governor.
Terms of Embarrassment (Week Forty)
Meh, there's waaaaay too many embarrassing recollections unveiled in this episode, do I write that in every single one of these descriptions? This diary is obviously wall to wall embarrassing moments from 1989, but there's also an almost endless supply of other deeply embarrassing moments that weren't recorded in any diaries anywhere EVER. However, when I'm around my high school bestie Linda, we always trigger hectic memories for each other, and this time around it would seem my mood was set to over share. I apologise for all the tawdry details in advance, I also apologise for the audio, there's a technical moment where the podcast speeds up, I can't work out why that happened, I also can't work out how to fix it, hence why you get to enjoy the teeny high speed section within this episode at no extra cost. Coming up from within my diary, the countdown is on for my return to Adelaide for holidays, oh yay more time keeping, there’s also more eating to excess from this little plumper, the hills above Karratha are on fire, but that’s about all I’ll have to say about it, the pilots strike is starting to get biblical, and as you can guess, 1989 me is totes pissed off about it. There’s also a broken video recorder to deal with, a live show to see and the descriptions of my on air shifts covers everything from “unrefined crap” and “nothing to rave about” to “it went really well” and “I was happy with it”, so mostly shit but I still seem to be able to find enough redeeming qualities to still talk myself up, bless. So get ready for the usual senseless diarised drivel along with a healthy smattering of waaaaay too much information from me as well, again, I can only apologise.
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The Three Faces of Benjamin (Week Thirty-Eight)
What you're about to hear are some of the most embarrassing diary entries I've uncovered so far. It could be argued that there's been a constant stream of things I could easily classify as embarrassing already, and that this is just the thirty eighth week of embarrassing events and occurrences loosely strung together with eccessive time calls and shit house attempts at humour. THAT is also a hungie percent true, but I can also promise you that these entires are truly in a class of their own when it comes to things we should be ashamed of. So it figures I'd bring in two of my besties who are willing to help support me through it, but also willing to tear me a new one and hang me out to dry...as only your loved ones can. Jessica Gale and Taris Tyler befriended one another in the mid 90's in Perth. I was working nights at 96FM with Claire as Bad Boy and the Vixen, Jessica was hosting the 96FM Breakfast Show with Dave Gore and Russell Gilbert. Jess and I clicked right away and became friends through work, Taris and Jess befriended one another over the phone during the conversations they had whenever Taris rang into the radio station for a chat while the songs were playing. The story of how Taris transformed himself from a listener, into a much loved friend and bestie of both Jessica and myself is included in this episode. You'll also get to witness me comparing the 1989 version of me to Princess Diana, because of course, why haven't I mentioned this before, it seems so obvious now, or does it? Hopefully the comparison will make sense once you've heard it in context, or maybe it won't, I'm sure there's some kind of food for thought in there at the very least. I’ve also officially lost my diary filling mind, as twenty something me tries to "JAZZ UP" my diary entries, which means we get treated to (or rather, have to endure) a stream of thought entry, that's sadly as inane as you’d expect, an entry written from the perspective of a Russian spy, who’s getting interrogated by other Russians (can I apologise to all Russians for my terrible attempt at perfecting a Russian accent, seems accents aren't my forte, good to know hehe). There's also a version of an L.A. surfer dude AND (no I'm not kidding) a variety of animals, plus even weirder, I seem to be obsessed with showing off how many slang words I know for the word vomit, and this is just the first four diary entries for this week. There’s so much other whack shit that happens in the other three entries too, I’m having embarrassment induced anxiety about it every time I think of what is in these entries, so here's hoping you enjoy my unbridled stupidity, good luck lovelies.
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The Empress Strikes Back (Week Thirty-Six)
Ever since I started this podcast, I've been mad keen to get my bestie and former co-worker Maria (aka The Empress, aka Killer, you'll learn the story behind BOTH those nicknames in this episode) to appear on it. She's a busy lady who doesn't suffer fools and isn't afraid to tell it like it is, having her working behind the scenes at 96fm in Perth was an actual blessing. So when it came time to record this episode, Empy was in the midst of celebrating her birthday around a hotel pool with friends, so I was stoked when she agreed to endure a weeks worth of my diary entries in between cocktail soaked lounge hangs and room service deliveries. She's got stories to tell, opinions to give, and questions to ask, she also hasn't had a chance to listen to ANY episodes of this podcast, so she's diving into this completely clueless about what she's about to experience. Together we'll look back at a week in 1989 where my Mumma revealed she wasn't a fan of us getting a home phone in the radio station share house, I get rid of my kitten Ziggy, and the new radio announcer Dave and I are keen to do a radio show together, but will Richie let us? I also insert more pretend heterosexual content about how I can’t wait to get married and become a dad, so delusional. I get the smallest share house electricity bill that we’ve ever seen since I arrived in Karratha and there’s a bunch of brand new JagMen shirts for me to flaunt, once I get them off lay-by of course. So settle in for a glorious ride through some meandering diary entries and a stack of sass from the Empress, it's a lovely ride.
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The Bleak-fast Club (Week Thirty-Five)
For this weeks worth of diary entries, I'm joined by my bestie and former co-host Amanda, who was flung together with me on air in the early 90's after management decided to sack my best mate, give me his job AND his co-host Amanda to hang out with too. Naaaw radio, you're so considerate of nobodies feelings. Anyway, we swiftly became mates and the rest is history, fortunately Amanda remembers way more stuff from that history than I do, PLUS she's a huge fan of the podcast, so of course she's back. Together we'll have to navigate the sudden arrival of what is, at this stage, my bleakest diary entry ever, it's sad, but also abusive, and it makes me feel sorry for 20 year old me kinda, but not really, suck it up you teeny princess hehe. Anyway aside from that, we also have work through entires about me having a zit filled facial crisis, I stupidly agree to installing a home phone in the radio station share house, much to my mothers disgust, she was right of course. I also attend the 'Karratha Citizens of the Year' Awards and get bored to snores, and one of the two share house kittens gets adopted, but will it be mine? It won’t be, there's also a great memory care of Amanda when she reveals how she lied her way into a career in radio. It's a top tip, but probably not something you should entertain, unless you're really savvy, or you're more than willing to be fired a few days into being hired, so swings and roundabouts really hehe.
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To All the Burps I've Loved Before (Week Thirty-Four)
In previous episodes we learnt that the Wasley family has a propensity to burp and fart A LOT, we arrived at that decision after my little brother Tom questioned our Mum about why we is all so gassy, it's a family trait. I should add it's a Wasley family trait, so it affects our Dad's side of the family, not so much my Mum's side of the family, my Mumma would want that to be mentioned because she hardly does either, but boy is she constantly surrounded by them. Anyway there's proof of my excessive burping presented in crystal clear crackling 90's cassette audio quality within this episode, as my former co-host and bestie Claire, aka The Vixen of the Vibes, joins me for another weeks worth of diary entries. It would seem I burped into a microphone a lot in the 90's...and even today. More on that within, plus there's more mother truckers and even some garbage truckers that are waking me up way too early. I’m also now nearly 9 months in to this gig and the 20 year old version of me thinks I should be getting waaaaay better on air shifts, so it’s time to put my big boy pants on, which will probably be Jagmen ones, and confront my boss Neville about it. We also have diary entries recording the arrival of the new announcer Dave, which inspires more bitching on my behalf over managements ineptitude, because of course it does. Plus there’s UFO sightings to deal with and I get offered another job, which I swiftly reject with typical teenage arrogance, apologies in advance to anyone who calls South or Port Hedland home for my sassy dismissals of those towns within this diary, let's just say my arrogance within it's pages, doesn't seem like it will be diminishing anytime soon, meh can't say I'm all that mad about it hehe.
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The Sound of Normal Music (Week Thirty-Three)
Nothing normal here, once again we dive into another week of teenage diary entries, this time around we're back with my bestie Retna in Amsterdam. Once again there's a LOT to work through, it's been 33 weeks of constant work and it would seem the shine is well and truly wearing off. Inside this episode there’s a celebratory smorgasbord for the 1989 version of me to attend. I do an on air shift that goes extremely well, but I also refer to myself as having motor mouth in my diary entry, so I'm not entirely sure how extremely well it could have possibly been if I'm also acknowledging that there's a stack of verbal diarrhoea behind it's delivery. A new radio announcer moves into the radio station share house, I see Pedro Almodóvar’s “Women on the Verge of Nervous Breakdown” at a film festival, the then successful 80’s Aussie business tycoon, Alan Bond was getting nervous and panic was clearly setting in as he puts our radio station 6KA up for sale. Meanwhile the 1989 pilots dispute kickstarts and it could mean no flights home for my holidays in November, plus I get sassy on air after a listener rings up to suggest I play some 'normal' music, look out random lady because I'm about to get mouthy about how immature you are across the Pilbara, I wonder how my boss Neville will react to that? You'll find out all about it the moment you've stuffed all of this nonsense into your hearing holes.
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The Good, the Bad and the Closeted (Week Thirty-Two)
My bestie MJ, aka Mary the babysitter from my teenage diary, is back for another week of entries and to help me understand why the two of us where so HOT for John Laws in the 80's. In 1989 Lawsie was the actual 'King of Talkback Radio', his show was relayed to radio stations all over Australia, including Karratha's 6KA. This week's worth of diary entries includes a rather horrendous set of sentences where 20 year old me is practically whacking myself off, via the tip of my biro (not a euphemism) over John Laws. It's uncomfortable to read now because he's just so hideous and reviled, but back then he was considered the peak of radio talent in Australia...how times change huh. We'll also cover off how a regular caller to the radio station called me up with a "great idea", but it actually isn’t, and the fact that he wants me to help him make it happen, means I'm either gonna have to commit to it, or pull on my big boy pants and tell him it aint ever gonna happen. So that's obviously where the bitching begins in this weeks worth of dairy entries, there's also a creepy moment where I pretend I’m heterosexual and filled with fake lust for one of my guests. I also get agitated when I'm accused of not doing something and actually raise my voice and yell at my boss Neville...whilst also trying not to cry, so that's totes business slash adulting right there. Plus, despite being a dog person, I buy a kitten on a whim, which weirdly makes me a teenage cat lady, because in 1989 I already had a cat back in Adelaide. How long will 80's me stay interested, and can it live with me for more than a week? Probably not, you can find out what I called my new feline friend, and what happened next within this episode, plus in keeping with her earlier appearances on this podcast, MJ manages to further incriminate herself by casually dropping a story that again places her in an illegal scenario, so huzzah for that and job well done.
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