Monday, March 31, 2008 by SDRadio.

Welcome to SDRadio for Monday, March 31, 2008

WGN AM 720 icon Wally Phillips (pictured) passed away last week. San Diego 1700’s Mark Larson did an on-air tribute to the radio legend. Wally’s radio career had an influence on Mark… hear it here, select the podcast marked “Wally Phillips Tribute”.

Padres regular season play begins today, and again XX Sports Radio 1090AM and 105.7FM have the exclusive radio broadcasts. This year there’s the added partnership with sister station “San Diego 1700AM” (which changed from financial talk to news/talk last fall). XX provides sports updates for 1700, and there’s news/talk features from 1700 on XX. In recent days SD1700 has carried selected Padres pre-season and NCAA finals action to assist XX Sports. Expect more of this new, unique partnership to expand this season. Mark Larson will also broadcast several special shows from Petco Park in the coming months.

FAIR AND BALANCED: San Diego 1700 is enhancing its “Both Sides, Now” theme with Mark in the mornings on the right and Stacy Taylor, afternoons from the left. Mark is doing more national shows, guest-hosting for Mike Reagan, while Stacy fills in for Randi Rhodes and Lionel. No other station is offering such a diverse mix of viewpoints in San Diego.

Play Ball: Padres start their quest for the 2008 season tonight at the park in San Diego. Hear all the coverage on XX Sports at 1090 AM and 105.7 FM. Espanol can be heard on XEMO-AM 860.

Coming back for his second year is Andy Masur. The former Cubs announcer fit in — quickly — in the broadcast booth. Also returning is Jerry Coleman and Friar Ted Leitner. Ted and Andy will work the first three innings. Jerry will call the fourth inning, and then work the fifth with Andy, and the sixth with Ted (what did you do today, Jerry?).

XEMO-AM La Poderosa is the exclusive Spanish-language broadcast home of the Padres. These broadcasts are geared toward both sides of the border for the Latino community. La Poderosa means “the powerful one”.

Former KyXy morning newsman John Q. Lawrence writes at Radio-Info about his dismissal from the morning show and his “new” position. John posted over the weekend: “I can assure you producing the public affairs show isn’t going to make the mortgage payment. It ‘is’ a welcome supplement though and I’m happy I was given the option.”

Clear Channel Communications is charting unknown waters. The corporate plan to go private has hit several speed bumps on the way, and last week’s tidal wave of bad news probably killed the plan. The multi-billion dollar deal was in trouble when the leading banks withheld their financing for the buy out.

Clear Channel Communications with Thomas H. Lee Partners and Bain Capital Partners LLC filed complaints in court in Texas. So far a judge has favored the buy out proposal, but the banks have not moved forward.

Mark Austerman, operator of Michigan Radio Guide writes: “Behind all the recent financial wrangling and lawsuits that are trying to salvage funding for the biggest radio deal ever, there are thousands of Clear Channel employees wondering what their futures hold no matter what the final outcome is. The market value of the company took a severe hit this week in light of the turmoil, and many industry insiders predict more cost cutting soon, possibly along with the sale of more of the company’s radio stations in small and medium markets.

“With all the bad news seemingly throughout the radio industry, one thing has become clear — a career in radio is no longer more glamorous or secure than any other job. At least for now, choosing a career in radio requires a strong constitution and an even greater love of the work itself than ever before.”

Stay Tuned.

Spring has come and it’s time to plant the garden for summer and fall! Receive tailor made advice from local experts via the Garden Compass. The show is heard here on San Diego 1700 on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Hosted by Bryan Main along with garden experts Bruce Asakawa, Sharon Asakawa and John Bagnasco, the Garden Compass radio program gives advice not only for San Diego and California, but also for the adjacent states.

Chris Cantore checks in: “I’ve posted NEW podcasts/blogs/videos via www.chriscantore.com. Chris writes that “updates include… cantore.podcast: “episode six — not the easter bunny.” An unexpected (supernatural) guest visits my son?”

Chris also hints at a big announcement and other great info. See his website for more info.

Old Rumors continue to resurface that an oldies format might be coming to San Diego. Is this a Stay Tuned item or more bunting for a format change?

Thank you for making SDRadio part of your broadcast day. See YOU on the radio today and here later in the broadcast week!!

Play Ball!

HDRadio heard in San Diego as of March 2008

Slated: FM 94/9 and KiFM (Lincoln Financial Media). AM stations, under the IBOC standard, cannot use multicasting services. Original table courtesy of Society of Broadcast Engineers Chapter 36, modified as stations come on air. Stay digitally tuned. 2 October 2007

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Friday, March 28, 2008 by SDRadio.

Art Way, former host on XEAK, KGB, KCPQ and others

Ronnie Way informs about the passing of Art Way:

It is with a very sad heart that I am informing you that Art did not survive his latest heart attack. He was taken to the ER on (last) Friday morning, then to the hospital, then to the ICU. He was in good spirits and seemed to be bouncing back, but they could not stop the chest pains. He was transferred to Scripps Memorial early Monday morning for an angiogram, three stents, and put on dialysis when his kidneys began to fail. His heart finally stopped completely despite the brave efforts of the cardiology staff. He passed at 4:52 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, with most of his loving family at his side.

Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church on Navajo in El Cajon on Tuesday, April 1st at 10 a.m., followed by a memorial reception. Interment will be held at Ft. Rosecrans the following day at 11 AM.

His wife of almost 52 years, Ronnie.

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Friday, March 28, 2008 by SDRadio.

Clear Channel Communications reported to Wall Street that the proposed buyout may not close.

See AP Story.

Major banks that were part of the deal are withholding the loans to close the private buy out. There is considerable talk on the street that the company should remain public as the cash flow and profit margin is favorable.

Stay Tuned.

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Wednesday, March 26, 2008 by SDRadio.

Media Access Partners, Inc. announced the creation of a new broadcast group for San Diego and Tijuana, with the formation of an advertising sales alliance between XLTN-FM 104.5/Radio Latina, XKAM-AM 950/Radio Formula, XEXX-AM 1420 and XRST-FM 107.7/Digital.

The broadcasters participating in the new alliance are The Imagen Group, directed by Alberto Vejar Palencia Inc., Synesthesia Communications, Inc., directed by Enrique Bernal Vázquez and Media Access Partners, Inc., directed by Rodger Seelert.

“We are very excited to announce the creation of a premier radio group for San Diego advertisers and listeners,” announced Rodger Seelert, President of Media Access Partners, Inc. “Each of the stations within the new group is the market leader in their format and each delivers a large and viable audience on both sides of the International border”.

XLTN-FM 104.5 - Radio Latina is one of the true heritage radio properties in San Diego and Tijuana and is the exclusive Spanish Contemporary formatted station in the region.
XKAM-AM 950 – Radio Formula is the premier Spanish News-Talk radio station in the region and the top-rated Spanish News-Talk station in both San Diego and Tijuana.
XRST-FM 107.7 Digital formats Spanish Rock & Pop music, targeting 21-49 year old listeners.
XEXX-AM 1420 Doble XX offers local News/Talk, along with additional Radio Formula programming.

“Each station in our group stands on its own. By presenting them as a group, we offer the advertising community greater simplicity and time-saving options to reach a large segment of the Hispanic population”, added Mr. Seelert. “We feel this group of stations can compete with any group in the market. We have great strength on both sides of the border and more and more, advertisers are looking south of the border, where the economy is thriving, to reach new customers”.

Founded in 1996, Media Access Partners provides outsourced media representation for a wide variety of high caliber media properties. Our Media partners include leading edge properties in Radio (XLTN, XKAM, XRST & XEXX) Newspaper (Frontera) and Out-of-Home, including, transit, mobile, stationary and video billboards.

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Wednesday, March 26, 2008 by SDRadio.

760 KFMB is excited to announce and welcome Glenn Beck to the line up. Glenn is a major radio, television, and print talent whose talk radio show can be heard on over 280 stations and satellite radio. In addition to his highly rated radio show, Glenn hosts a nightly television show on CNN Headline News. He is also an author and his latest best seller is titled: An Inconvenient Book.

Glenn does an entertaining, informative, and interesting show unlike any talk radio show on the air in San Diego. Beginning Monday, April 7th, Glenn Beck can be heard weekdays 9 a.m., to noon on Talk Radio 760 KFMB. For more info on Glenn Beck: visit his web site.

His show was heard previously on KOGO in the evening drive.

The KFMB schedule is: Rick Roberts, starting at 5 a.m. Glenn will be heard at 9 a.m. Sean Hannity will be on at noon. Michael Savage starts at 3 p.m., followed by Bill O’Reilly at 6 p.m. Mark Levine checks in at 8 p.m., followed by the talents of Phil Hendrie at 10 p.m. Overnight at 1 p.m. is Jerry Doyle, followed by the one-hour news program of America in the Morning.

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Tuesday, March 25, 2008 by SDRadio.

KSON presents County Fest North! Starring Keith Anderson with special guests Carter’s Chord. Tickets for CountryFest North are only $5 and are NOW ON SALE! See KSON.com for details.

Prognosticating Pooch for Wednesday, March 26th
SIT!  STAY!  Listen to Cliff & Company on KSON!

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Tuesday, March 25, 2008 by SDRadio.

The Wall Street Journal reports that Clear Channel Communications private buyout is in trouble.

Stay Tuned.

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Tuesday, March 25, 2008 by SDRadio.

Tribune Broadcasting, the owners of San Diego’s KSWB, names Ray Schonbak, as the station’s vice president and general manager.

As announced yesterday, the Tribune station will be the San Diego FOX television outlet in August. All of FOX television programming, including NFL, baseball, and TV programs, will be found on UHF channel 69 or digital 19. The station will continue to be on channel 5 on cable outlets in a majority of San Diego systems.

(The station will cease broadcasting on UHF 69 early next year when the transition from analog to digital will be complete. This only effects those who receive over-the-air transmission.)

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Monday, March 24, 2008 by SDRadio.

The Department of Justice has approved the XM-Sirius merger. Next step: FCC.

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Monday, March 24, 2008 by SDRadio.

KSWB-TV 69 (cable 5, HDTV 19) joins the FOX network in August!

Station officials also said that local news programming will return to KSWB starting August 1. Fox programming, including NFL football, will begin the last full week of August.

KSWB confirms that the current general manager will be replaced and a new GM will be named, most likely, on Tuesday.

XETV-TV 6 (HDTV 23) is the current FOX affiliate in San Diego.

Stay Tuned!

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Monday, March 24, 2008 by SDRadio.

San Diego 1700’s Mark Larson has been tapped to emcee Senator John McCain’s first Southern California event.

It’s happening today at the La Jolla Marriott. Following the fund raiser Senator McCain will speak to a group of military families in Chula Vista. The GOP nominee is expected to join Larson on his show sometime this week.

THE GOVERNATOR: California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will join SD1700’s Mark on his morning show this Wednesday.

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Monday, March 24, 2008 by SDRadio.

Welcome to SDRadio for Monday, March 24, 2008

THE MAN WHO LICENSED AM 1170 IN SAN DIEGO

By David M. Leonard

The McKinnon name is easily recognizable in San Diego media. C. Dan McKinnon is the majority stockholder of McKinnon Broadcasting and is the former owner of KSON radio. His brother, Michael D. McKinnon is the minority stockholder of McKinnon Broadcasting and is the owner of Home and Garden Lifestyles Magazine. But this family dynasty in local media extends to World War II. At that time, San Diego had only two radio stations and one daily newspaper.

Their father, Clinton Dotson McKinnon, was described in Time Magazine as “a jockey-sized little fireball with unruly black hair and bounding energy.” He was immensely successful in journalism and in politics. He was a journalist and a newspaper owner who strung together several throwaway papers to form the Democrat-leaning San Diego Journal in 1944 to compete with the larger Republican-leaning San Diego Tribune. This was possible because the Roosevelt administration rationed newsprint to the Journal as a means to level the competition. It was the only daily newspaper started during World War II.

Among the Journal staff were columnist Neil Morgan and future Congressman Lionel Van Deerlin. By 1947, the San Diego Journal was well established and McKinnon received a commercial radio license to broadcast at 1170 kilocycles on the AM dial as (K) (S)an (D)iego (J)ournal, (KSDJ). But quickly, his career took a new turn in 1948.

Clinton McKinnon was elected to the US House of Representatives in 1948 to a seat that was the last to represent the entire county of San Diego. He sold the San Diego Journal and KSDJ upon his election to Congress and focused on water projects for San Diego. After two terms in office, his ambition led him to seek the US Senate. William Knowland was the incumbent, and in these days of cross-filing without party limitations, Knowland won the Republican and Democratic primaries for re-election. McKinnon remained active in politics as a delegate to the 1952 and 1956 Democratic conventions.

Click image to enlarge. By 1954, McKinnon was vice chairman of the state’s Democratic Central Committee when he acquired the Los Angeles Daily News. In 1956, McKinnon acquired KVOA TV and radio in Tucson, but sold the radio station in 1958. Later, he would publish the La Jolla Light and the Coronado Journal. Clinton McKinnon died in La Jolla in 2001. Like his father, C. Dan McKinnon is involved in media and politics. But this McKinnon served as the national campaign chairman for Republican Duncan Hunter in his quest for President in 2008.

KSDJ remained as a profitable enterprise under different call letters after Clinton McKinnon sold it in 1948. That story will appear next time.

(Sources: 1950 California Blue Book, Secretary of State; Wikepedia; and Time Magazine, January 4, 1954 issue)

© 2008 David M. Leonard, author of AIRCHECK, The Story of Top 40 Radio in San Diego, available at http://home.earthlink.net/~leonarddla//

[SDRadio note: David’s book is a good companion to your radio collection. Please contact David at his website, http://home.earthlink.net/~leonarddla.]

Mike O’Brian of New Country 95.7 writes about the recent station direction in country music: “We have been designing this for some time. We conducted the single largest country research study in San Diego history and found that there was a real hole for a newer, more current, more hip country station…one that appeals to a 25-39 year old female. Gregg Swedeberg (KEEY-FM) and I put it together with a strong focus on current music….a stark contrast to the 44 years of heritage from cross-town competitor KSON. They do a great job of playing old country. This is NOT that. New Country’s play list will center around Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban and Taylor Swift.”

Tony and Kris remain in the morning drive. Delana comes in at 10 a.m. to kick it in for lunch. Then Mike takes his turn at 3 p.m.

San Diego’s high-flying Cal Walker is heard in studio when giving reports for KOGO, Star 94.1 and other stations. In part, Clear Channel Communications has cut the expense of having Cal in the air. His aircraft is primed and ready to be up in the air, if needed. This is a similar move as took place in Los Angeles’ Mike Nolan’s KFI In The Sky.

Of course, the irony: The only stations with traffic air reports are television stations.

760 KFMB’s Carina Lowry checks in: “In an election year, we’re exposed to a barrage of opinion and rhetoric. America is at a crossroads, and idle talk means nothing when the stakes are raised so high. This year, it’s action and interaction… information and DELIBERATION THAT will guide us toward making the right choices. That’s why yes on 760 MAKES so much sense.”

The station has started a web site at YesOn760.com.

Company moves: Clear Channel Communications quest to go private is on shaky ground, according to financial experts. The strike price and the stock price are out of alignment. Also the much awaited decision for XM and Sirius satellite radio to merge is expected with caveats.

Star 94.1’s morning team of Jeff and Jer continue to be the morning spot for San Diego. On their fifth station in town, the duo have out lived several format changes, and continue to live their life on the radio. Recently, San Diego-based Ranch and Coast named them the top radio show in the county. See the info at Ranch and Coast.

Jeff and Jer can be heard from 6 to 10 a.m. on Star 94.1 FM, along with Tommy Sablan, Laura Cain, Randy Hoag, and Delana Bennett.

Chris Cantore, has been busy. Although he is presently missing from the airwaves, you can find his multi-media experience at ChrisCantore.com. Right now, the best bet is the flix section with the video titled, “What Happened To Chris Cantore”.

Also missing from the airwaves is Cindy Pace. She can be found at CindyPace.com. She was heard recently at 101.5 KGB, and 103.7 Planet FM in San Diego.

The wife of comedian Mike Pace, has her complete bio and background at the web site.

Also noted: former 103.7 FM host Mike Dawson is in LA. He is part of the Adam Carolla program. Mike is also found in the band circuit in the LA basin when not hitting the beach or playing his guitar. Mike writes, “My parents love me. Because of this, they allowed me to completely disregard my college education to pursue a career in radio. I’ve been a DJ in San Diego, San Francisco and Santa Barbara. I’ve never lived more than 20 miles from the beach and I never go there. It’s not that I don’t like the beach, it’s just that getting there smacks of too much effort. I’ve never been too big on effort. Hey, I talk for a living. And they pay me for it. So who’s the joke really on?”

So what does he do at the show? “The bumper music and voice that you hear getting in to and out of The Adam Carolla Show? Well, that’s me. And yes, I am talking to you. No, not you, you. And they said you’re crazy.” Thanks Mike, you can check his music out at MySpace.com as well.

KSON’s Cliff and Company have been nominated in the category of “On-Air Personality of the Year (Major Market)”. The 43rd event will be televised on CBS in May. This graphic is from 2006!

Thank you for making SDRadio part of your internet travels today! See YOU on the radio, and here later in the broadcast week.

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Thursday, March 20, 2008 by SDRadio.

Thank you for reading and writing SDRadio.

Headlines include:

US 95.7 sheds country for …. New Country 95.7
Chris Cantore hits the video blog
AM 1700’s Stacy Taylor fills in at Air America
KFI AM 640’s new tower is not stimulating
Cliff and Company Morning Show on KSONhave been nominated for the 2008 Academy of Country Music Personality Of The Year Award
March Madness at Clear Channel’s private buy

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Thursday, March 13, 2008 by SDRadio.

SDRadio returns Monday morning. Delay of game ….

See you on the radio!

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Sunday, March 9, 2008 by SDRadio.

San Diego AM 1700 AM’s Mark Larson continues to be a newsmaker in San Diego and beyond. Tonight he’ll moderate the San Diego County Republican Debate. The evening meeting features the 52nd District candidates who are running for the spot, including Duncon D. Hunter, the son of Duncan Hunter. Also slated to attend are Brian Jones and Bob Watkins. Joining the debate as moderator is KUSI-TV’s John Soderman on the panel.

The event will be held at the Crystal Ballroom on Magnolia in El Cajon. More info at by clicking here.

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Wednesday, March 5, 2008 by SDRadio.

From Charlie Quinn at CBS Radio: “While the definition of his duties has changed, John continues to be the News & Public Affairs Director of KyXy and KSCF. John has NOT been fired by CBS Radio. He continues to produce and anchor our weekly hour long public affairs show Concerning San Diego airing on both KyXy and KSCF.”

Charlie is the Vice President - Adult Contemporary Format at CBS Radio, and Operations Manager of KyXy - KSCF 103.7.

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Wednesday, March 5, 2008 by SDRadio.

Welcome to SDRadio for Wednesday, March 5, 2008. This report in ((stereo)) where available.

Mark Larson and the GOVERNATOR: San Diego 1700’s Mark Larson was invited to Sacramento for a private meeting with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. Word is that the California leader wants to know what conservatives are thinking about state issues. The chat took place in Arnold’s famous ’smoking tent’ (where most of the real deals get made). No word if Mark received a famed cigar as a souvenir.

101.5 KGB’s Bobbie Hill writes about the dismissal of John Q. Lawrence for KyXy. “The man who gave a young woman with no previous on air experience a chance on the air in America’s Finest City was John Q. Lawrence. I was that “intern” 14 years ago, hanging around Shadow Traffic waiting for a chance. It was John Q. who trusted my voice and gave me that chance.”

She adds: “John Q. is and was a gentleman and a class act!”

See yesterday’s report.

KUSI’s John Coleman was the founder of The Weather Channel. John told an audience at the 2008 International Conference on Climate Change in New York that he is “highly critical of global warming alarmism”.

The all-weather station is being sold and John had thoughts about that.

“The Weather Channel had great promise, and that’s all gone now because they’ve made every mistake in the book on what they’ve done and how they’ve done it and it’s very sad,” John said. “It’s now for sale and there’s a new owner of The Weather Channel will be announced – several billion dollars having changed hands in the near future. Let’s hope the new owners can recapture the vision and stop reporting the traffic, telling us what to think and start giving us useful weather information.”

John’s weathercast is part of the KUSI-TV local news.

Starting today, Clear Channel San Diego will be at the Rady Children’s Hospital. The cluster will host a telethon to raise money for the local charity. The broadcast ends on Friday.

Prognosticating Pooch for Wednesday, March 5th

SIT!  STAY!  Listen to Cliff & Company on KSON!

It’s A Jungle Out There! "Leo" is a 1 year old, neutered, male, Chihuahua Mix. Just a sprite at 9 pounds. Beautiful Creamy Chocolate coat with a versatile, creative paw-sonality! "Leo" is regal, royal, a real lap dog and we ain’t ‘lie-n’!March comes in like a lion…celebrate March by adopting your very own "Leo" the lion from Helen Woodward Animal Center!

Open everyday from 11am to 6pm.  (Applications accepted till 5:45pm) at 6461 El Apajo Road in Rancho Santa Fe. Call the Helen Woodward Animal Center at 858-756-4117 or visit www.animalcenter.org!

Thank you for making SDRadio part of your internet travels today. More news as it happens later in the broadcast week — and breaking news right here! See YOU on the radio! Special thanks to Chucko ……

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Tuesday, March 4, 2008 by SDRadio.

John Q. Lawrence was part of the morning staple at KyXy’s morning drive. Along with partners Kevin Dean, Sonny West, and Susan DeVincent, John’s newscast were the best.

He did it the best way: wrote the news, and delivered the reports with truth and conviction — unlike any radio newscaster in the county. He covered all points of the county and the world. John’s newscast were the hallmark of San Diego.

Until CBS Radio fired him.

Jerry Del Colliano said it best this week with: “In sports, when you lose, they fire the manager. In radio, when you lose, they fire the team.

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Tuesday, March 4, 2008 by SDRadio.

The latest Arbitrends has San Diego County KSON on top. View the latest at RDN News Central.

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Monday, March 3, 2008 by SDRadio.

World-Famous Hula checks in from the Playhouse at Channel 933: “One of the funniest interviews we had of any guest in the Playhouse and it came from the one and only Bob Saget who stopped by Friday!”

Hula adds the TV host and comedian was there “To talk about his comedy show that is here this week and about “life after Full House! Never expected “Danny Tanner” to be so raunchy!”

Hear the audio clip at Channel 933.

Jeff Gelder writes about his own personal ‘Star Trek” moment: “I had the pleasure of hanging out with Nichelle Nichols (Lt. Uhura) while she was in San Diego for the premier of her new movie “Lady Magdalenes” at the Black Film Festival. I met her at the Men’s Chorus Sing for the Cure concert last year when I co-hosted the breast cancer awareness show with her.”

His adventure continues, as Jeff adds, “She and her sister looked me up and we went out for drinks after the show and breakfast at Mary Janes in the new Hardrock Hotel the next day. She is really a great lady! She’ll be guest starring on the show Heros now that the strike is over.”

Thanks GelderHead!

Who is filling in for Tony and Kris at US 95.7 this week?

KyXy’s evening broadcast includes the talents of Kris Toledo. Before joining KyXy 96.5 she was a movie and music production executive representing companies in New York, Los Angeles and London. She was a Radio & Television major at Palomar College and SDSU, eventually turning her sights on a career in radio.

She stopped by the SDRadio cyber offices and answered a few questions.

SDRadio: Kris, how long have you been at Kyxy

Kris: Never has 4 years flown by faster. My anniversary is in February of course.. The month of “Lerv” as it is often sung…

SDRadio: You have an extensive background in the media. What else have you done?

Kris: I’ve done a lot but there’s still more to do! I haven’t published any cookbooks (yet) or hosted a TV talk show or presented an Oscar! A girl has to shoot big Chris

But my path has been filled with amazing moments.. I’ve been in an arena of twenty thousand screaming fans for a Jay-Z concert where I produced the opening film to his on-stage entrance. I’ve shot rock bands from Finland in the English countryside, shot Phil Collins on the Paramount Lot, Finger 11 in Toronto and Missy Elliot in Miami, to the NWA reunion video. I’ve been a record label exec, produced a movie, and been in a blockbuster hit movie. But I’m most proud of the work I did starting up the Music Video arm for Quentin Taratino and Lawrence Bender’s Production shingle, A Band Apart. (they made Pulp Fiction and Good Will Hunting etc). It was the coolest..What’s cooler than that!

SDRadio: Why KyXy Love Songs?

Kris: It’s a rare opportunity at an establishment like Kicksy to get on the mic fulltime. This station has been here over 20 years and the Jocks have been here almost as long. It tops the ratings and is owned by an extraordinary entertainment house, CBS Radio. That all made it a no-brainer. On a personal level- Love Songs is special by creating a one-on-one relationship with the listeners. I’ve kept connected with my audience through their requests and dedications, from first timers to loyal long-term fans. I’ve been invited to weddings, baby showers, it’s like they have adopted me into their lives and are a member of my family too. That might just be the coolest.

SDRadio: The best audience is right outside your door. What is San Diego
tellin’ you?

Kris: I share my personal stories on air and on the kyxy website, so San Diegans know me well already. Fans are always thrilled to talk about Kicksy whenever I’m out and about. From the guys at Subway who have Kicksy on in the store, to the man on The Coaster who recognizes my voice or my Starbucks girls who listen- It is so much fun seeing the true excitement they have about knowing there is a real and caring person playing music for them at night. Women tell me they put their babies to sleep to my show. Girls have emailed that it’s the perfect background for scrapbooking with friends, makes doing laundry more enjoyable, and couples enjoy it in the car going to dinner. I think the vote is a thumbs-up.

SDRadio: Secrets about the Greener leaving a messy studio? Or is it hold over from Sam Bass — or Mean Kevin Dean?

No no.. Actually it’s Sonny West! He destroys the place every morning. Takes us all day to clean up after him. He’s a wild man! LOL..

Thanks Kris for stopping by. You can hear her weeknights starting at 7 p.m.

Radio host and personality Chris Cantore can be heard via his on-line podcast. Chris writes: “It’s official, the cantore.podcast is avail for your downloading pleasure.”

The former 91Xer adds that it is “a homegrown, d.i.y. operation, it’s something I’ve put together for my friends…

Check it out a here.

San Diego’s Radio Mayor is at it again! On Thursday March 13th Roger will do his four hour radio show from the back parking lot at KOGO on Granite Ridge Drive.

Jimmy Valentine, producer writes, “We’re going to ask you to come by and sign a petition to get a measure on the November ballot that will change the CA Constitution to once and for all declare that in our fair state a marriage is defined only as that union between one man and one woman. We have current law with that language but that law is being challenged by the gender confused and their allies. We need your John and Jane Hancock to get this on the ballot and then get it passed.”

Thank you for making SDRadio part of your internet travels today! See YOU on the radio and right here later in the broadcast week!

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