EPISODE SUMMARY: Rick Dees is an radio legend, entertainer, comedian. He shares how he created one of the most iconic countdowns in history and redefined what it means to connect with the audience in this hilarious career retrospective.Dees will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Rick Dees about:<ol><li>His early misadventures in radio as a high school and college student in North Carolina</li><li>The story behind creating Disco Duck, how it became a hit, and how it got him fired</li><li>Getting tapped by Dick Clark to go on air in Los Angeles, and becoming a household name in LA and beyond</li><li>The entertainers and unlikely sources that inspired him as a performer and storyteller</li><li>Learning to invest after people tried to steal from him, and his financial advice</li><li>Why he bought a farm in Kentucky</li><li>Creating the Weekly Top 40 and how it became the longest continuously running countdown ever.</li><li>Starring in a late night show opposite Johnny Carson </li><li>His other ventures including his farm, his own app, cookbook, and launching Home Living which became the Cooking Channel</li></ol>And More!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Rick Dees is a radio legend, comedic genius and multi-talented entertainer, known for his captivating enthusiasm and quick-witted humor, which continue to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment world.With an extraordinary career spanning decades, Dees has entertained and delighted millions across the globe, solidifying his place as one of the most influential and beloved figures in broadcasting history.Best known for his internationally syndicated radio show, The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40, Dees’ familiar voice and unforgettable characters are heard by more than 70 million listeners each weekend, spanning virtually every city in the United States, 125 countries, 27 massive ships at sea, and the Armed Forces Radio Network. His show even broke barriers by becoming the first English-speaking radio program to entertain listeners in Beijing, China, making history in the process.Rick Dees rose to prominence when he took over the top-rated morning show on KIIS-FM Los Angeles in July 1981, turning it into the number one revenue-generating radio station in America and making him the hottest property in radio. His unprecedented success earned him Billboard’s Radio Personality of the Year Award an astonishing ten years in a row. Further cementing his legacy, Dees was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame and the National Association of Broadcasters’ Hall of Fame and was honored with the prestigious Marconi Award.Dees embraced the digital age with the same pioneering spirit that defined his radio career. His innovative music streaming platform, BYOChannel, offers users the ability to “build their own” personalized channels from a library of over 40 million tracks. He further extended his brand’s reach with the Rick Dees Hit Music app, delivering The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 and Daily Dees directly to millions of Apple and Android devices worldwide.In 2025, iHeartMedia launched two new iHeartRadio Original Streaming Stations in partnership with Rick Dees Entertainment — Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 and Classic Rick Dees Top 40. The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 station features the current Weekly Top 40 program, while Classic Rick Dees Top 40 goes back in the archives to feature complete countdowns from the original shows that aired in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, many of which haven’t been heard in years.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:<ul><li>Paul Allen</li><li>Larry Allen</li><li>Billy Graham</li><li>Tom Miller</li><li>Ralph Lambeth</li><li>Glenn Powers</li><li>Ken Lowe</li><li>Sam & Dave</li><li>Isaac Hayes</li><li>Estelle Axton</li><li>Robert Stigwood</li><li>Al Corey</li><li>Wolfman Jack</li><li>Dick Clark</li><li>Bill Murray</li><li>Elmer Bernstein</li><li>Jonathan Winters</li><li>Johnny Carson</li><li>Paul Drew</li><li>Chuck Martin</li><li>Lynn Anderson</li><li>Don Benson</li><li>Barbara Streisand</li><li>Madonna</li><li>Michael Jackson</li><li>Wally Clark</li><li>Roger Cleveland</li><li>Charlie Tuna</li><li>Robert W. Morgan</li><li>Don Steele</li><li>Bernie Carniel</li><li>Sandy Gallin</li><li>Dolly Parton</li><li>Neil Diamond</li><li>Barry Diller</li><li>Michael Eisner</li><li>Madeleine Pugh</li><li>Lucille Ball</li><li>Cary Grant</li><li>Ava Gardner</li><li>John Stewart</li><li>Robin Williams</li><li>Julie McWhirter-Dees</li><li>Peter Simone</li><li>Jerry Edelstein</li><li>Bette Midler</li><li>Jon Bon Jovi</li><li>Kevin Dees</li><li>Paul Joseph</li><li>Ellen K</li><li>Liz Fulton</li><li>Rachel Donahue</li><li>Roy Loughlin</li><li>Nick Verbitsky</li><li>Casey Kasem</li><li>Lisa Canning</li><li>Ed White</li><li>Shohei Otani</li><li>Lesley Visser</li><li>David Muir</li><li>Gary Sandy</li></ul>ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio">instagram.com/benztownradio</a>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;EPISODE SUMMARY:&lt;/strong&gt; Rick Dees is an radio legend, entertainer, comedian. He shares how he created one of the most iconic countdowns in history and redefined what it means to connect with the audience in this hilarious career retrospective.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dees will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting &amp; Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Rick Dees about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;His early misadventures in radio as a high school and college student in North Carolina&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The story behind creating Disco Duck, how it became a hit, and how it got him fired&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Getting tapped by Dick Clark to go on air in Los Angeles, and becoming a household name in LA and beyond&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The entertainers and unlikely sources that inspired him as a performer and storyteller&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Learning to invest after people tried to steal from him, and his financial advice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why he bought a farm in Kentucky&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Creating the Weekly Top 40 and how it became the longest continuously running countdown ever.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Starring in a late night show opposite Johnny Carson &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;His other ventures including his farm, his own app, cookbook, and launching Home Living which became the Cooking Channel&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;And More!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST:&lt;/strong&gt; Rick Dees is a radio legend, comedic genius and multi-talented entertainer, known for his captivating enthusiasm and quick-witted humor, which continue to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With an extraordinary career spanning decades, Dees has entertained and delighted millions across the globe, solidifying his place as one of the most influential and beloved figures in broadcasting history.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Best known for his internationally syndicated radio show, The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40, Dees’ familiar voice and unforgettable characters are heard by more than 70 million listeners each weekend, spanning virtually every city in the United States, 125 countries, 27 massive ships at sea, and the Armed Forces Radio Network. His show even broke barriers by becoming the first English-speaking radio program to entertain listeners in Beijing, China, making history in the process.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rick Dees rose to prominence when he took over the top-rated morning show on KIIS-FM Los Angeles in July 1981, turning it into the number one revenue-generating radio station in America and making him the hottest property in radio. His unprecedented success earned him Billboard’s Radio Personality of the Year Award an astonishing ten years in a row. Further cementing his legacy, Dees was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame and the National Association of Broadcasters’ Hall of Fame and was honored with the prestigious Marconi Award.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dees embraced the digital age with the same pioneering spirit that defined his radio career. His innovative music streaming platform, BYOChannel, offers users the ability to “build their own” personalized channels from a library of over 40 million tracks. He further extended his brand’s reach with the Rick Dees Hit Music app, delivering The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 and Daily Dees directly to millions of Apple and Android devices worldwide.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In 2025, iHeartMedia launched two new iHeartRadio Original Streaming Stations in partnership with Rick Dees Entertainment — Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 and Classic Rick Dees Top 40. The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 station features the current Weekly Top 40 program, while Classic Rick Dees Top 40 goes back in the archives to feature complete countdowns from the original shows that aired in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, many of which haven’t been heard in years.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THE PODCAST:&lt;/strong&gt; Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PEOPLE MENTIONED:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Paul Allen&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Larry Allen&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Billy Graham&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tom Miller&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ralph Lambeth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Glenn Powers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ken Lowe&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sam &amp; Dave&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Isaac Hayes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Estelle Axton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Robert Stigwood&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Al Corey&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wolfman Jack&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dick Clark&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bill Murray&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Elmer Bernstein&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jonathan Winters&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Johnny Carson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Paul Drew&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chuck Martin&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lynn Anderson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Don Benson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Barbara Streisand&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Madonna&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Michael Jackson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wally Clark&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roger Cleveland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Charlie Tuna&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Robert W. Morgan&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Don Steele&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bernie Carniel&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sandy Gallin&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dolly Parton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Neil Diamond&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Barry Diller&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Michael Eisner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Madeleine Pugh&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lucille Ball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cary Grant&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ava Gardner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Stewart&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Robin Williams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Julie McWhirter-Dees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peter Simone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jerry Edelstein&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bette Midler&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jon Bon Jovi&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kevin Dees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Paul Joseph&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ellen K&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liz Fulton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rachel Donahue&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roy Loughlin&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nick Verbitsky&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Casey Kasem&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lisa Canning&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ed White&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shohei Otani&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lesley Visser&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Muir&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gary Sandy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT BENZTOWN:&lt;/strong&gt; Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&amp;B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now &amp; Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web: benztown.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: facebook.com/benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: @benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio"&gt;instagram.com/benztownradio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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 Rick Dees is an radio legend, entertainer, comedian. He shares how he created one of the most iconic countdowns in history and redefined what it means to connect with the audience in this hilarious career retrospective.

Dees will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.

Ep. 75 Rick Dees

EPISODE SUMMARY: Acclaimed actor Gary Sandy reflects on his remarkable career in television and theater, sharing insights from his TV and Broadway experience including his iconic role as Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati. Sandy will be honored as an LABF Giant of Broadcasting this November.Sandy will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Gary Sandy about:<ol><li>Growing up in Dayton, Ohio and aspiring to be an actor</li><li>Moving to New York and working odd jobs before becoming getting his break playing  soap opera bad boys</li><li>What it was like broadcasting live for 50 million people in As the World Turns</li><li>How he landed the role of Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati</li><li>What went on behind the scenes of WKRP and his favorite moments from the show</li><li>The demanding but fulfilling life acting on Broadway and national tours</li><li>Performing a one man show at the Grand Ole Opry</li><li>Advice for breaking into the TV business</li></ol>And More!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Gary Sandy is a gifted and beloved actor whose extraordinary career has spanned stage, screen, and television, earning him a lasting place in the hearts of audiences across the country.Born on Christmas Day in Dayton, Ohio, Gary attended Wilmington College of Ohio and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. He began his professional career in daytime television with a role created for him on As the World Turns, which launched a successful seven-year run of memorable performances in Another World, Somerset, and his personal favorite, The Secret Storm. The impact these roles played on his later career cannot be underestimated. According to Sandy, “The pressure of performing in front of a live audience or live tape made everything else a little easier. Ït was 40 or 50 million people RIGHT NOW!  You were not allowed to make a mistake. Nothing else could be more terrifying.”Best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Andy Travis, America’s favorite Program Director, in the classic sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. Gary brought life to the role of a young leader navigating the unpredictable world of a struggling radio station with charm, wit, and authenticity. His natural charisma and comedic instincts helped make WKRP a cultural touchstone and a beloved part of American television history.Beyond WKRP, Gary received acclaim for his role in Norman Lear’s All That Glitters and made memorable guest appearances on many hit shows, including Murder, She Wrote, F.B.I: The Untold Story, The Young Riders, L.A. Law, and Diagnosis Murder. His television film credits include Melvin Purvis: The Kansas City Massacre, Shell Game, For Lovers Only, and Nashville Grab.On the big screen, Gary’s range shone through in films such as Hail to the Chief, Some of My Best Friends Are, Troll, and The Last of the Cowboys, where he starred alongside the legendary Henry Fonda. He also appeared in the Oscar-nominated film The Insider, further establishing his reputation as a skilled and versatile actor.A dedicated stage performer, Gary has starred in more than 100 theatrical productions. He made his Broadway debut in Saturday, Sunday, Monday, directed by Franco Zeffirelli, and went on to take on leading roles in Broadway productions like The Pirates of Penzance (as the Pirate King) and the Broadway revival of Arsenic and Old Lace (as Mortimer). His stage credits also include standout performances in Barnum, Sweet Bird of Youth, The Foreigner, and A Streetcar Named Desire.His musical theater work has been equally impressive, with standout roles as Billy Flynn in Chicago, Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie, and Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd opposite Ann-Margret in the national tour of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Gary’s performance as Harold Hill in The Music Man has become a signature role, earning praise in seven different productions.Gary’s Off-Broadway and regional theater work includes The Children’s Mass (produced by Sal Mineo), and innovative adaptations such as Sheba (based on Come Back, Little Sheba), Luv, and Windy City (a musical version of The Front Page). In recent years, he’s received acclaim for his work in live radio drama, bringing a fresh energy to a classic medium.From his unforgettable turn as Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati to his commanding stage presence in theaters across the country, Gary Sandy’s body of work reflects a lifetime devoted to storytelling, craft, and connection with audiences.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:<ul><li>Henry Fonda</li><li>Deborah Parenti</li><li>John Cameron Swayze</li><li>Robert Redford</li><li>Jean Arley</li><li>Joe Manetta</li><li>David Muir</li><li>Alexander Scourby</li><li>Mary Tyler Moore</li><li>Gordon Jump</li><li>Lonnie Anderson</li><li>Howard Hesseman</li><li>Frank Bonners</li><li>Richard Sanders</li><li>Tim Reid</li><li>Jan Smithers</li><li>Kevin Klein</li><li>Anna Margaret</li><li>Shirlee Mae Adams</li><li>Jane Fonda</li><li>Ernest Thompson</li><li>Lois Nettleton</li><li>Chuck McCann</li><li>Norman Lear</li><li>Joe Allen</li><li>Frank Bonner</li><li>Loni Anderson</li><li>Stacy Keach</li><li>Tootsie Bess</li><li>Dolly Parton</li><li>Lesley Visser</li><li>Rick Dees</li><li>Dick Ferguson</li><li>Roy Scheider</li><li>Gene Hackman</li></ul>ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio">instagram.com/benztownradio</a>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;EPISODE SUMMARY: &lt;/strong&gt;Acclaimed actor Gary Sandy reflects on his remarkable career in television and theater, sharing insights from his TV and Broadway experience including his iconic role as Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati. Sandy will be honored as an LABF Giant of Broadcasting this November.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sandy will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting &amp; Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Gary Sandy about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Growing up in Dayton, Ohio and aspiring to be an actor&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moving to New York and working odd jobs before becoming getting his break playing  soap opera bad boys&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What it was like broadcasting live for 50 million people in As the World Turns&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How he landed the role of Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What went on behind the scenes of WKRP and his favorite moments from the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The demanding but fulfilling life acting on Broadway and national tours&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performing a one man show at the Grand Ole Opry&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advice for breaking into the TV business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;And More!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: &lt;/strong&gt;Gary Sandy is a gifted and beloved actor whose extraordinary career has spanned stage, screen, and television, earning him a lasting place in the hearts of audiences across the country.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Born on Christmas Day in Dayton, Ohio, Gary attended Wilmington College of Ohio and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. He began his professional career in daytime television with a role created for him on As the World Turns, which launched a successful seven-year run of memorable performances in Another World, Somerset, and his personal favorite, The Secret Storm. The impact these roles played on his later career cannot be underestimated. According to Sandy, “The pressure of performing in front of a live audience or live tape made everything else a little easier. Ït was 40 or 50 million people RIGHT NOW!  You were not allowed to make a mistake. Nothing else could be more terrifying.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Andy Travis, America’s favorite Program Director, in the classic sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. Gary brought life to the role of a young leader navigating the unpredictable world of a struggling radio station with charm, wit, and authenticity. His natural charisma and comedic instincts helped make WKRP a cultural touchstone and a beloved part of American television history.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Beyond WKRP, Gary received acclaim for his role in Norman Lear’s All That Glitters and made memorable guest appearances on many hit shows, including Murder, She Wrote, F.B.I: The Untold Story, The Young Riders, L.A. Law, and Diagnosis Murder. His television film credits include Melvin Purvis: The Kansas City Massacre, Shell Game, For Lovers Only, and Nashville Grab.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On the big screen, Gary’s range shone through in films such as Hail to the Chief, Some of My Best Friends Are, Troll, and The Last of the Cowboys, where he starred alongside the legendary Henry Fonda. He also appeared in the Oscar-nominated film The Insider, further establishing his reputation as a skilled and versatile actor.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A dedicated stage performer, Gary has starred in more than 100 theatrical productions. He made his Broadway debut in Saturday, Sunday, Monday, directed by Franco Zeffirelli, and went on to take on leading roles in Broadway productions like The Pirates of Penzance (as the Pirate King) and the Broadway revival of Arsenic and Old Lace (as Mortimer). His stage credits also include standout performances in Barnum, Sweet Bird of Youth, The Foreigner, and A Streetcar Named Desire.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;His musical theater work has been equally impressive, with standout roles as Billy Flynn in Chicago, Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie, and Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd opposite Ann-Margret in the national tour of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Gary’s performance as Harold Hill in The Music Man has become a signature role, earning praise in seven different productions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gary’s Off-Broadway and regional theater work includes The Children’s Mass (produced by Sal Mineo), and innovative adaptations such as Sheba (based on Come Back, Little Sheba), Luv, and Windy City (a musical version of The Front Page). In recent years, he’s received acclaim for his work in live radio drama, bringing a fresh energy to a classic medium.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From his unforgettable turn as Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati to his commanding stage presence in theaters across the country, Gary Sandy’s body of work reflects a lifetime devoted to storytelling, craft, and connection with audiences.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THE PODCAST:&lt;/strong&gt; Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PEOPLE MENTIONED:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Henry Fonda&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Deborah Parenti&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Cameron Swayze&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Robert Redford&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jean Arley&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joe Manetta&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Muir&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Alexander Scourby&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mary Tyler Moore&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gordon Jump&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lonnie Anderson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Howard Hesseman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Frank Bonners&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Richard Sanders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tim Reid&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jan Smithers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kevin Klein&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anna Margaret&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shirlee Mae Adams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jane Fonda&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ernest Thompson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lois Nettleton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chuck McCann&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Norman Lear&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joe Allen&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Frank Bonner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Loni Anderson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stacy Keach&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tootsie Bess&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dolly Parton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lesley Visser&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rick Dees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dick Ferguson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roy Scheider&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gene Hackman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT BENZTOWN:&lt;/strong&gt; Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&amp;B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now &amp; Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web: benztown.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: facebook.com/benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: @benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio"&gt;instagram.com/benztownradio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Acclaimed actor Gary Sandy reflects on his remarkable career in television and theater, sharing insights from his TV and Broadway experience including his iconic role as Andy Travis on WKRP in Cincinnati.

Sandy will be among those honored this fall as Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony on November 14th at Gotham Hall in New York City.

Ep. 74 Gary Sandy

EPISODE SUMMARY: Steven Portnoy is a national correspondent for ABC News Radio. He has covered Congress and the White House and served as president of the White House Correspondents’ Association. He shares his journey to becoming an iconic storyteller and receiving the 2025 Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Steven Portnoy about:<ol><li>His young life in South Brunswick, NJ, and the news legends who inspired him</li><li>His involvement in college radio at Syracuse University, then landing roles at local TV and radio stations</li><li>Reporting on major events including 9/11, the war in Afghanistan, and Hurricane Katrina</li><li>Getting selected for the prestigious ABC News White House Internship and moving to D.C.</li><li>Working his way to network news and becoming a credentialed White House correspondent and a brief history of White House press coverage</li><li>How he became president of the White House Correspondents’ Association while covering the Trump and Biden presidencies for CBS, and why he decided to return to ABC</li><li>Winning an Edward R. Murrow Award for his coverage of Osama Bin Laden’s death</li><li>His greatest stories from Air Force One and beyond</li><li>Being selected for the LABF’s Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award and the importance of preserving broadcast materials</li><li>Advice to aspiring journalists and the necessity of working across platforms</li></ol>And more!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: With more than two decades of experience reporting from Washington, Steven Portnoy is one of America’s preeminent audio storytellers. From every major dateline in D.C., he has brought listeners to presidential inaugurals, congressional debates, State of the Union addresses and Supreme Court oral arguments. A past president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, Portnoy spent seven years covering the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations from the second row of the White House briefing room. Portnoy returned to ABC News — where he began his career – in 2023 after more than eight years at CBS News, where he served as a congressional correspondent before reporting from the White House.At CBS, Portnoy was part of the team that broke the news of the prisoner swap that resulted in Brittney Griner’s safe return. He also covered the criminal trials involving former President Trump. In the spring of 2023, Portnoy reported extensively on the murder of a legendary broadcaster for the three-hour network CBS radio documentary,“Who Killed George Polk?” Portnoy has vast experience covering national politics, having reported for ABC through the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections and for CBS in 2016 and 2020. His reporting has won both networks Edward R. Murrow awards for breaking news, continuing coverage and overall excellence. Portnoy is an accomplished live broadcaster. He was on the air for more than eight hours on January 6th, anchoring CBS News Radio’s award-winning live coverage of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. He served as CBS News Radio’s election night anchor in 2020. He anchored ABC Radio’s coverage of the death of Osama bin Laden in 2011.Steven Portnoy first joined ABC in 2002, as an intern for the White House unit of World News Tonight with Peter Jennings. A year later, he joined ABC-owned station WMAL-AM in Washington, where he reported on local news. In 2006, Portnoy joined ABC News as a correspondent.In 2008, Portnoy was named a Peter Jennings Fellow by the National Constitution Center. He was honored with the Bayliss Horizon Award by the John Bayliss Broadcast Foundation in 2005 and took first place in the radio competition at the Hearst Broadcast News Championships in 2001.While he was a student at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Portnoy produced television newscasts at WIXT-TV (now WSYR-TV) and WSTM-TV and reported for WSYR-AM.He lives in Washington with his husband, Ryan.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:<ul><li>Doug Limerick</li><li>Anne Compton</li><li>Vic Ratner</li><li>Peter Mayer</li><li>Mark Knoller</li><li>Harley Carnes</li><li>Deborah Rodriguez</li><li>Paul Harvey</li><li>Peter Jennings</li><li>Howard Stern</li><li>Jonathan Wolfert</li><li>John Bascom</li><li>Bettina Gregory</li><li>David Muir</li><li>Jeff Glor</li><li>Jerry Falwell</li><li>Tara Howard</li><li>Aaron Kutursky</li><li>Ed Bliss</li><li>Walter Cronkite</li><li>Ed Murrow</li><li>Mervyn Block</li><li>Elizabeth Vargas</li><li>Vija Udenans</li><li>Robin Sproul</li><li>John Matthews</li><li>Chris Berry</li><li>Wayne Cabot</li><li>Chris Quimby</li><li>Scott Herman</li><li>Steve Jones</li><li>Rick Dees</li><li>Pam Coulter</li><li>John Charles Daley</li><li>Harvey Nagler</li><li>Mark Knoller</li><li>Gwen Ifill</li><li>Lesley Visser</li><li>David Muir</li><li>David Gleason</li><li>George Polk</li><li>Ed Bradley</li><li>Craig Swagler</li><li>Matt Shearer</li></ul>ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio">instagram.com/benztownradio</a>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;EPISODE SUMMARY:&lt;/strong&gt; Steven Portnoy is a national correspondent for ABC News Radio. He has covered Congress and the White House and served as president of the White House Correspondents’ Association. He shares his journey to becoming an iconic storyteller and receiving the 2025 Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Steven Portnoy about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;His young life in South Brunswick, NJ, and the news legends who inspired him&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;His involvement in college radio at Syracuse University, then landing roles at local TV and radio stations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reporting on major events including 9/11, the war in Afghanistan, and Hurricane Katrina&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Getting selected for the prestigious ABC News White House Internship and moving to D.C.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Working his way to network news and becoming a credentialed White House correspondent and a brief history of White House press coverage&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How he became president of the White House Correspondents’ Association while covering the Trump and Biden presidencies for CBS, and why he decided to return to ABC&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Winning an Edward R. Murrow Award for his coverage of Osama Bin Laden’s death&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;His greatest stories from Air Force One and beyond&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Being selected for the LABF’s Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award and the importance of preserving broadcast materials&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advice to aspiring journalists and the necessity of working across platforms&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;And more!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: &lt;/strong&gt;With more than two decades of experience reporting from Washington, Steven Portnoy is one of America’s preeminent audio storytellers. From every major dateline in D.C., he has brought listeners to presidential inaugurals, congressional debates, State of the Union addresses and Supreme Court oral arguments. A past president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, Portnoy spent seven years covering the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations from the second row of the White House briefing room. Portnoy returned to ABC News — where he began his career – in 2023 after more than eight years at CBS News, where he served as a congressional correspondent before reporting from the White House.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;At CBS, Portnoy was part of the team that broke the news of the prisoner swap that resulted in Brittney Griner’s safe return. He also covered the criminal trials involving former President Trump. In the spring of 2023, Portnoy reported extensively on the murder of a legendary broadcaster for the three-hour network CBS radio documentary,&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“Who Killed George Polk?” &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Portnoy has vast experience covering national politics, having reported for ABC through the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections and for CBS in 2016 and 2020. His reporting has won both networks Edward R. Murrow awards for breaking news, continuing coverage and overall excellence. Portnoy is an accomplished live broadcaster. He was on the air for more than eight hours on January 6th, anchoring CBS News Radio’s award-winning live coverage of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. He served as CBS News Radio’s election night anchor in 2020. He anchored ABC Radio’s coverage of the death of Osama bin Laden in 2011.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Steven Portnoy first joined ABC in 2002, as an intern for the White House unit of World News Tonight with Peter Jennings. A year later, he joined ABC-owned station WMAL-AM in Washington, where he reported on local news. In 2006, Portnoy joined ABC News as a correspondent.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In 2008, Portnoy was named a Peter Jennings Fellow by the National Constitution Center. He was honored with the Bayliss Horizon Award by the John Bayliss Broadcast Foundation in 2005 and took first place in the radio competition at the Hearst Broadcast News Championships in 2001.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;While he was a student at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Portnoy produced television newscasts at WIXT-TV (now WSYR-TV) and WSTM-TV and reported for WSYR-AM.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;He lives in Washington with his husband, Ryan.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THE PODCAST: &lt;/strong&gt;Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PEOPLE MENTIONED:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Doug Limerick&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anne Compton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vic Ratner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peter Mayer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mark Knoller&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Harley Carnes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Deborah Rodriguez&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Paul Harvey&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Peter Jennings&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Howard Stern&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jonathan Wolfert&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Bascom&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bettina Gregory&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Muir&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeff Glor&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jerry Falwell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tara Howard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Aaron Kutursky&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ed Bliss&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Walter Cronkite&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ed Murrow&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mervyn Block&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Elizabeth Vargas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vija Udenans&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Robin Sproul&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Matthews&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Berry&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wayne Cabot&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Quimby&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Scott Herman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Steve Jones&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rick Dees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pam Coulter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Charles Daley&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Harvey Nagler&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mark Knoller&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gwen Ifill&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lesley Visser&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Muir&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Gleason&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;George Polk&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ed Bradley&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Craig Swagler&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Matt Shearer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT BENZTOWN: &lt;/strong&gt;Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&amp;B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now &amp; Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web: benztown.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: facebook.com/benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: @benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio"&gt;instagram.com/benztownradio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Steven Portnoy is a national correspondent for ABC News Radio. He has covered Congress and the White House and served as president of the White House Correspondents’ Association. He shares his journey to becoming an iconic storyteller and receiving the 2025 Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation.

Ep. 73 Steven Portnoy

EPISODE SUMMARY: Tim Dukes is the president of Hope Media Group. He shares his radio journey including leadership roles at Jacor, Emmis, Tribune and Clear Channel, and the lessons he learned along the way. On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Tim Dukes about:<ol><li>Growing up in Louisville, KY, and the host who inspired him to work in radio</li><li>Exaggerating his credentials to get his first radio job at Y107</li><li>How his mentors taught and supported him throughout his career</li><li>Moving to Tampa and helping to build the Power Pig brand</li><li>Transitioning to PD in Louisville, Cincinnati, and San Diego</li><li>Navigating Jacor’s sale to Clear Channel and joining Emmis</li><li>Why leading with creativity makes for great radio</li><li>Reevaluating his career and transitioning to nonprofit radio in Dallas</li><li> How he became President of Hope Media Group</li><li>How he gives back to the community</li></ol>-And more! ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Tim Dukes spent 24 years in secular media and markets that include Chicago, Atlanta, San Diego, and Tampa before answering God’s call to vocational ministry in 2011. He joined WayFM as General Manager of its new station in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2015 and added regional responsibility in 2019 for Way Media properties in Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, and Indiana. In 2020, Tim was promoted to Chief Operating Officer and added interim CEO responsibilities a year later. When Way Media and Hope Media Group merged in May 2022, he became the new organization’s COO, and assumed the role of President in August 2024. Tim and his wife Susan were married in 1989 and live in Dallas, as does their adult daughter, Macy.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:<ul><li>Art Vuolo</li><li>Gary Burbank</li><li>Mark Chase</li><li>Tom Steele</li><li>Jason Pullman</li><li>Scott Shannon</li><li>Coyote McLeod</li><li>Rhett Walker</li><li>Bo Wood</li><li>Randy Michaels</li><li>Jack Evans</li><li>Gary Edens</li><li>John Anthony</li><li>BJ Harris</li><li>Jeff Kapugi</li><li>Dave Mann</li><li>Jeff Lawrence</li><li>Don Carpenter</li><li>Jack Harris</li><li>Mike Albl</li><li>Tom Owens</li><li>Brad Hardin</li><li>Carolyn Gilbert</li><li>Vin Scully</li><li>Jeff and Jer</li><li>Greg Summs</li><li>Tracy Johnson</li><li>Jagger and Christie</li><li>Booby Lawrence</li><li>Rick Dees</li><li>Jean Romano</li><li>Bill Pugh</li><li>Jeff Smulyan</li><li>Rick Cummings</li><li>Pat McDonald</li><li>Mike Stern</li><li>Jimmy Steel</li><li>Jonathan Brandmeier</li><li>Sam Zell</li><li>Sean Compton</li><li>Mike O'Connor</li><li>Frank Reed</li><li>Joe Paulo</li></ul>ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio">instagram.com/benztownradio</a>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;EPISODE SUMMARY:&lt;/strong&gt; Tim Dukes is the president of Hope Media Group. He shares his radio journey including leadership roles at Jacor, Emmis, Tribune and Clear Channel, and the lessons he learned along the way. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Tim Dukes about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Growing up in Louisville, KY, and the host who inspired him to work in radio&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Exaggerating his credentials to get his first radio job at Y107&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How his mentors taught and supported him throughout his career&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moving to Tampa and helping to build the Power Pig brand&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transitioning to PD in Louisville, Cincinnati, and San Diego&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Navigating Jacor’s sale to Clear Channel and joining Emmis&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why leading with creativity makes for great radio&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reevaluating his career and transitioning to nonprofit radio in Dallas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; How he became President of Hope Media Group&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How he gives back to the community&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;-And more!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Tim Dukes spent 24 years in secular media and markets that include Chicago, Atlanta, San Diego, and Tampa before answering God’s call to vocational ministry in 2011. He joined WayFM as General Manager of its new station in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2015 and added regional responsibility in 2019 for Way Media properties in Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, and Indiana. In 2020, Tim was promoted to Chief Operating Officer and added interim CEO responsibilities a year later. When Way Media and Hope Media Group merged in May 2022, he became the new organization’s COO, and assumed the role of President in August 2024. Tim and his wife Susan were married in 1989 and live in Dallas, as does their adult daughter, Macy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THE PODCAST: &lt;/strong&gt;Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PEOPLE MENTIONED:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Art Vuolo&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gary Burbank&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mark Chase&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tom Steele&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jason Pullman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Scott Shannon&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Coyote McLeod&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rhett Walker&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bo Wood&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Randy Michaels&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jack Evans&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gary Edens&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John Anthony&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;BJ Harris&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeff Kapugi&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dave Mann&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeff Lawrence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Don Carpenter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jack Harris&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mike Albl&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tom Owens&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brad Hardin&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Carolyn Gilbert&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vin Scully&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeff and Jer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Greg Summs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tracy Johnson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jagger and Christie&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Booby Lawrence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rick Dees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jean Romano&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bill Pugh&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeff Smulyan&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rick Cummings&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pat McDonald&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mike Stern&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jimmy Steel&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jonathan Brandmeier&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sam Zell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sean Compton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mike O'Connor&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Frank Reed&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joe Paulo&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT BENZTOWN: &lt;/strong&gt;Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&amp;B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown’s Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now &amp; Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web: benztown.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: facebook.com/benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: @benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio"&gt;instagram.com/benztownradio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Tim Dukes is the president of Hope Media Group. He shares his radio journey including leadership roles at Jacor, Emmis, Tribune and Clear Channel, and the lessons he learned along the way.

Ep. 72 Tim Dukes

EPISODE SUMMARY: Deborah Parenti is a broadcasting trailblazer who currently oversees some of the industry’s most respected brands and events, including Radio Ink, Radio + Television Business Report, Forecast, and the Hispanic Radio Conference. She shares stories of how she broke through barriers throughout her career, culminating in her induction into the Radio Hall of Fame.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Deborah Parenti about:<ol><li>Falling in love with radio as a child growing up in Dayton, Ohio</li><li>Moving to LA to help syndicate Wolfman Jack</li><li>How she overcame her shyness and learned to put herself out there and go for it</li><li>The value of marketing and research in radio and the importance of knowing where statistics come from</li><li>Overcoming gender discrimination and how she was held back by some and supported by many others</li><li>Becoming the first female GM in Dayton, and how she climbed up the sales ladder</li><li>What makes for a strong company culture and good teams, and the importance of community</li><li>Moving to Philadelphia and the challenges of being a leader in a larger market</li><li>Putting together the Hispanic Radio Conference and Forecast, then publishing RadioInk</li><li>Her advice for future radio professionals</li></ol>And more!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Radio Ink President and Publisher Deborah Parenti is a distinguished executive in the radio industry, having held roles in marketing and research and sales prior to several management positions. Later in her career, she assumed the Publisher role of Radio Ink and Radio + Television Business Report, two influential industry publications. Deborah’s career including years of success in both Dayton, OH, and Louisville, KY, working with WING-AM and WWSN-FM and WDJX -FM. She became the first female General Manager in Dayton, overseeing WMMX-FM’s success with both ratings and revenue. She went on to become the VP/GM of American Radio Systems group of stations in Dayton, one of the first managers of a consolidated group of radio stations in a single market. In 1997, she joined Broadcast Group in Philadelphia to become VP/GM of WXTU-FM, a premier country-formatted station.A decade later, Deborah Parenti joined Streamline Publishing in 2007. Her accomplishments are many, including leading Radio Ink’s editorial and management staff to recognize radio industry leadership in management, sales and programming in a variety of formats and management genres. The expanse and influence of the set of publications has allowed the industry a forum for conversations at multiple annual meetings organized by the publication to further the industry’s evolution of new programming, new technology and more.Deborah’s efforts and industry impact have been recognized by the Broadcast Foundation of America and the Dayton Area Broadcasters Hall of Fame, among others. In 2023, Deborah Parenti was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:<ul><li>Ray Spar</li><li>Wolfman Jack</li><li>Chris Forgy</li><li>Glenn Bell</li><li>Michael J. Fox</li><li>Jim Bennett</li><li>Maddie Shriver</li><li>Pierre Bouvard</li><li>Bill Burton</li><li>Steve Dodge</li><li>Eric Rhodes</li><li>Alan Gray</li><li>Bill Campbell</li><li>Chris Sheeble</li><li>Brad Fuhr</li><li>Steve Dodge</li><li>Dave Perlman</li><li>Tom Stoner</li><li>Glen Bell</li><li>Avis Eckel</li><li>Garth Brooks</li><li>Trisha Yearwood</li><li>Mike McVay</li><li>Pat Paxton</li><li>Frank Sinatra</li><li>Steve Lawrence</li><li>Piolin</li><li>Shoboy</li><li>Ed Krampf</li><li>Jim Carnegie</li><li>Adam Jacobson</li></ul>ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world-class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles, New York, London and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Daily Dees Show, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now, AudioLogger, Audio Architecture, Radio Merch Shop, The Rooster Show Prep, AmeriCountry, and Benztown Swag Bank. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: The Making of: A National Geographic Podcast, Run It Again, Hot Chicken and Cage-Free Conversation with Byron Kennedy, and Edelman Financial Engines’ Everyday Wealth.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio">instagram.com/benztownradio</a>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;EPISODE SUMMARY:&lt;/strong&gt; Deborah Parenti is a broadcasting trailblazer who currently oversees some of the industry’s most respected brands and events, including Radio Ink, Radio + Television Business Report, Forecast, and the Hispanic Radio Conference. She shares stories of how she broke through barriers throughout her career, culminating in her induction into the Radio Hall of Fame.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Deborah Parenti about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Falling in love with radio as a child growing up in Dayton, Ohio&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moving to LA to help syndicate Wolfman Jack&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How she overcame her shyness and learned to put herself out there and go for it&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The value of marketing and research in radio and the importance of knowing where statistics come from&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overcoming gender discrimination and how she was held back by some and supported by many others&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Becoming the first female GM in Dayton, and how she climbed up the sales ladder&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What makes for a strong company culture and good teams, and the importance of community&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moving to Philadelphia and the challenges of being a leader in a larger market&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Putting together the Hispanic Radio Conference and Forecast, then publishing RadioInk&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Her advice for future radio professionals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;And more!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST:&lt;/strong&gt; Radio Ink President and Publisher Deborah Parenti is a distinguished executive in the radio industry, having held roles in marketing and research and sales prior to several management positions. Later in her career, she assumed the Publisher role of Radio Ink and Radio + Television Business Report, two influential industry publications. Deborah’s career including years of success in both Dayton, OH, and Louisville, KY, working with WING-AM and WWSN-FM and WDJX -FM. She became the first female General Manager in Dayton, overseeing WMMX-FM’s success with both ratings and revenue. She went on to become the VP/GM of American Radio Systems group of stations in Dayton, one of the first managers of a consolidated group of radio stations in a single market. In 1997, she joined Broadcast Group in Philadelphia to become VP/GM of WXTU-FM, a premier country-formatted station.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A decade later, Deborah Parenti joined Streamline Publishing in 2007. Her accomplishments are many, including leading Radio Ink’s editorial and management staff to recognize radio industry leadership in management, sales and programming in a variety of formats and management genres. The expanse and influence of the set of publications has allowed the industry a forum for conversations at multiple annual meetings organized by the publication to further the industry’s evolution of new programming, new technology and more.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Deborah’s efforts and industry impact have been recognized by the Broadcast Foundation of America and the Dayton Area Broadcasters Hall of Fame, among others. In 2023, Deborah Parenti was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT THE PODCAST:&lt;/strong&gt; Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PEOPLE MENTIONED:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ray Spar&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wolfman Jack&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Forgy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Glenn Bell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Michael J. Fox&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jim Bennett&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maddie Shriver&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pierre Bouvard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bill Burton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Steve Dodge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eric Rhodes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Alan Gray&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bill Campbell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Sheeble&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brad Fuhr&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Steve Dodge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dave Perlman&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tom Stoner&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Glen Bell&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Avis Eckel&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Garth Brooks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Trisha Yearwood&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mike McVay&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pat Paxton&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Frank Sinatra&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Steve Lawrence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Piolin&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shoboy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ed Krampf&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jim Carnegie&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Adam Jacobson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ABOUT BENZTOWN:&lt;/strong&gt; Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world-class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles, New York, London and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&amp;B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Daily Dees Show, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now, AudioLogger, Audio Architecture, Radio Merch Shop, The Rooster Show Prep, AmeriCountry, and Benztown Swag Bank. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: The Making of: A National Geographic Podcast, Run It Again, Hot Chicken and Cage-Free Conversation with Byron Kennedy, and Edelman Financial Engines’ Everyday Wealth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web: benztown.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: facebook.com/benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: @benztownradio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a href="http://instagram.com/benztownradio"&gt;instagram.com/benztownradio&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Deborah Parenti is a broadcasting trailblazer who currently oversees some of the industry’s most respected brands and events, including Radio Ink, Radio + Television Business Report, Forecast, and the Hispanic Radio Conference. She shares stories of how she broke through barriers throughout her career, culminating in her induction into the Radio Hall of Fame.

Ep. 71 Deborah Parenti

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