Georgia walloped TCU last week to win their second straight national championship, and the Bulldog community came together toward the end of the week to celebrate with a parade. A source indicated to the Philadelphia Business Journal that cuts are underway but they were not expected to exceed 5% of the company's total workforce. After 17-plus years, the station's on-air staff was laid off by parent company Audacy, part of a string of layoffs across the company. And I appreciate them because theres people listening to you every single day in Milwaukee. abruptly stopped broadcasting local content, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He did not disappoint. Packers Player Surprised By Allegations, Packers Legend Shares Green And Gold Stories, LeRoy Butler on Collins controversy, and bullying, Wisconsin Educational Communications Board. WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM. The best Podcast API to search all podcasts and episodes. Born in Butler on August 20, 1934, he was a son of the late Marcel and Jean Miller Leroy. If it wasn't for the great fans of Milwaukee, that station wouldn't have been able to sustain 17 years. Guy is actually brutal to listen to and if he wasn't an all time great Packer, everyone would have been begging to get him off the air. His prior media experiences include working for the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the Danville Register & Bee, Virginia Lawyers Weekly and ABC 8News. Maybe they can come up here and be on 107.5. 2023 Audacy, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Russo was the featured guest on the Golf Digest podcast The Loop, and hosts Christopher Powers, Alex Myers and Steve Hennessey first congratulated Mad Dog on his induction into the Radio Hall of Fame last year. Gary Ellerson and Bart Winkler were hosting The Wendy's Big Show live from Canton, Ohio, to celebrate LeRoy Butler's enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. He likes not having a rundown packed to the gills for his radio show. P.s. Thats pretty much the gist of it.. cell?? "Being on an AM only signal in the year 2022, with two FM blowtorches in Milwaukee, that doesn't do you any favors," said former morning show co-host Mike Wickett, now a morning show host at Lazer 103 in Des Moines, Iowa, who worked at WSSP from 2007 to mid-2016. The radio stations can have all the talent in the world, but you've got to have the people in your front office making good decisions and good businessdecisions and the company behind you.". LeRoy Butler story from Jacob on the Southside. I think hell be back, he said. Hell be an asset for whoever hires him. May 25, 2011. Please consider supporting local journalism by subscribing to the Journal Sentinel at jsonline.com/deal. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Waukesha County sports news with a subscription: Click here. The lineup at AM-1250 included The Bart Winkler Show from 6-10 a.m., followed by The Big Show from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. that was hosted by Fifer and included "I hope they find some other outlet to practice that craft. Mr. Butler, 61, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Huntsville, Alabama. The Fan launched its all sports format on Jan. 1, 2005. Throughout the interview, Hall of Worthington, Kathleen (Donald) Weleski, of Cabot, Brian (Kim) Leroy, of Butler, Robert (Terri) Leroy, of Cabot, James (Kim) Leroy, of Butler, and Betsy (Les) Bauer, of Butler; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Biographical information last updated on July 14, 2014 - 12:48pm. DOWNLOAD THE APP: Get the latest news, sports and He was on Orange & Blue 760 before the company replaced the station with a conservative talk format. Butler attended Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida, and played under the direction of the all-time wins leader for a high school football coach in the state of Florida's history, Corky Rogers. He can be reached by email at jordan.e.bondurant@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @J__Bondurant. He was employed as a painter for World Wide Industries and drove truck. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 12, at 1 p.m. from Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, Saint Mary of the Assumption Worship Site, 821 Herman Rd., Butler, with Rev. P.s. Who is the local talent on 97.3 now, or at least, who do they have that isn't from the nationally syndicated groups? Shapiro on Tuesday took a shot at Bennett, who appeared to spend some time fiddling with a cell phone during the parade. The Hall of Fame Knocks airs at 9 p.m. Since both stations are owned by the same company, don't be surprised if Bart makes his way there in the future. That's in addition to WTMJ 620-AM, the flagship for Brewers and Bucks broadcasts. On Thursday, February 10, 2022, it was announced that LeRoy Butler will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022! LeRoy played his entire career with the Green Bay Packers, from 1990 through 2001. Whatever 97.3 The Game has been doing has been working for them lately, good shows on there. https://www.nfl.com/videos/leroy-butler-s-full-hall-of-fame-speech Quarterback Stetson Bennett IV took part in the parade, but 92.9 The Game host Steak Shapiro wasnt thrilled with how Bennett acted during the celebration. Makhlouf, now co-host of the Cattles and Ramie afternoon show on Sactown Sports 1140 in Sacramento, California, following a brief return to WSSP, also lamented saying goodbye to his former teammates. "Corporate radio being what it is it's tough dealing with Wall Street and shareholder return on investment; you have to serve many masters in that regard," said former WSSP program director Tom Parker, also a former director at WTMJwho oversaw The Fan from 2009-19 before his retirement. It's something not a lot of people were doing before The Fan came around. ESPN Milwaukee (WKTI, 94.5), operated by Good Karma Brands since 2008, and 97.3 The Game (WRNW), operated by iHeart Media and launching its sports format in 2018, both rank slightly ahead of The Fan in ratings compiled by RadioInsight. He was the only person as neurotic about the packers as I am. Wickett said the passion from theon-air voices came through the speakers. Jordan Bondurant is a features reporter for Barrett Sports Media. Richard M. Dick Leroy, age 86, of Herman, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Cabot. Dick was employed as a foreman at Magnetics. So to finish it off nice and neat: I was controlling the aux and playing bangers so sed and Chris and I could have a blast on our last ride into Sanford, he said. Richard M. Dick Leroy, age 86, of Herman, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Cabot. Examples of staff who ascended from producer to on-air host include Fifer, Makhlouf, Winkler, Cliff Saunders, Chuck Freimund and Josh Vernier. The lineup at AM-1250 included The Bart Winkler Show from 6-10 a.m., followed by The Big Show from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. that was hosted by Fifer and included former Green Bay Packers Butler and Ellerson. Mens Club, and Elks Lodge #170. 2 NFL Crew for Playoffs, Ryan Haney Knows College Football Is The Fabric of JOX 94.5, WEEI Hires Adam Jones For Afternoons, Promotes Ken Laird to Brand Manager. Our subscribers make this reporting possible. No shot at TMJ but when you're the flagship for the three majors, you're not allowed to criticize Ned Yost or Mike McCarthy, Bo Ryan, or whatever. He spent eight years with 104.3 The Fan. That won't be the case anymore, though. We can be heard every Saturday Morning, 7:15 until 9:15 playing the best of gospel music. . You have permission to edit this article. View description Share. Full interview below. "You could tell everybody was kind of learning the ropes as we went because most of the people there, this was sort of their first big shot at sports talk radio," said Ramie Makhlouf, whose first of two tenures at 1250-AM began that first year. Bart Winkler. I assume the "Packers Radio Network" crew remains intact? They also managed to steal the Packers away from WTMJ which is unbelievable that any company couldnt figure out a way to keep that market. Gary Ellerson. Producer and host Evan Heffelfinger first posted the news to Twitter that today was his last day at the station and added, "well, I guess it's actually everyone's," and a source confirmed that the staff had been let go. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Woodson? Put this image on your website to promote the show -, Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers, All Things Covered with Patrick Peterson and Bryant McFadden, Report inappropriate content or request to remove this page. On Tuesday, the station (WSSP) abruptly stopped broadcasting local content in the early afternoon, switching to CBS national programming. Russo mentioned how he had written a short speech but decided against that after seeing the other inductees run long with their speeches. James Kurtz, OFM Cap., officiating. The Wendy's PRINT+DIGITAL: AS LOW AS $21 PER MONTH. LeRoy Butler!www.LeRoyButlerInc.comwww.twitter.com/Leap36. Former Packers president and CEO, Bob Harlan joined Bart and Gary to celebrate Butler's enshrinement. Such is the world of sports radio sometimes. Dennis Leroy Butler. A prayer service will immediately follow in the funeral home. August 5, 2022 6:30 pm. Hopefully the on-air personalities and anyone else out of a job can find something else. They were doomed the moment they let go 105.7 FM go and 97.3 FM in Milwaukee absolutely roofed the market. "Then I realized because of our connection to fans, advertisers saw that connection more than numbers; that's why our local advertising was so important to us. He belonged to the French & Belgium Club, the R.C. 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Whether it's a podcast or an audio show, you're still telling stories, relating to an unseen audience, and it's a special skill.". "I go to work and have fun and talk about things that don't matter with myfriends," Makhlouf said with a laugh. Butler joined The Bart Winkler Show Friday morning for the good news and to share how he found out he was getting a bust in Canton. pic.twitter.com/fNYqWSfZmw. "I knew when he told me in 2019 that he was retiring, I knew that was the beginning of the end. Edit: There's a chance I made that entire thing up. Wish he stilled played for Green Bay. Leroy K. Claypool, 61, of Slippery Rock passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022. Mad Dog talked about how he likes that his radio show is the reverse of when he does First Take on ESPN or High Heat on MLB Network. The station also hosted an annual golf outing and orchestrated an annual holiday toy drive benefitting Children's Hospital, bringing in upwards of $20,000 to $30,000 in donated toys. Just kinda rambled on dropping his catch phrases of "platinum", " that's my guy", and "keep it 100" . Ryan Edwards is staying with KOA, but his hours are about to change. On certain days a little more, because on Mondays I do that NFL recap so that takes a little while to put that together at 5 oclock probably a couple of hours, Russo said. If it is the first time you login, a new account will be created automatically. Maybe I can convince her to own a team, and make me head of player relation, and marketing, there is a challenge for her, leroy butler. 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The cancellation of a Milwaukee sports-talk radio show hosted by LeRoy Butler and Gary Ellerson as well as the other local programs on WSSP-AM (1250 He also did a short stint at Mile High Sports Radio.. The 1250 lineup includes The Bart Winkler Show in the mornings, followed by the Wendy's Big Show with former Packers running back Gary Ellerson, newly minted Packers Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler and longtime Milwaukee-area radio personality Steve "Sparky" Fifer, who also hosted "Sparky's Midday Madness.". Their voices and many others at sports talk radio station The Fan (WSSP, AM-1250) had become comfort food for fans throughout the area. Butler and Ellerson knowledge in baseball and basketball really lacked. Maybe it was just me glorifying things in the moment, but it felt like we were building something really good there. Freimund, who lost his job at WSSP during the COVID-19 pandemic and quickly found a spot with iHeart Radio, said Parker's departure in 2019 was a pivotal moment, when the program-director duties shifted to Mitch Rosen, still serving as operations director at The Score in Chicago. That included a Bucks postgame show hosted by Fifer, whom Parker called "the heart and soul of the whole place" and even converted Parker into an avid Bucks fan. The move appears to be part of a broader series of layoffs by Audacy, formerly Entercom, with layoffs in locations such as Austin, Denver, Seattle and Las Vegas. He joined iHeart Denver in 2017. ", Added Freimund: "God bless all the listeners who made that radio station and gave us jobs because that's what it was really about. Bart Winkler is like my brother and the most Yet Butler is also a sports radio host, part of 1250 AMs The Wendys Big Show with Steve Fifer and fellow former Packer Gary Ellerson. "To a person, they really were good, a great staff to coach, and I'm just sad for the guys who are still there, especially the youngest guys, producers that really don't make much money but put their heart and soul in it," Parker said. And our station gave you that outlet. Bob Harlan, James Lofton, LeRoy Butler join "Road to Canton" on The Wendy's Big Show, Bob Harlan, James Lofton, and LeRoy Butler join the Wendy's Big Show in Canton for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Aug 5, 2022; Canton, OH, USA; James Lofton (left), LeRoy Butler (center) and Dave Robinson at the Centennial Plaza. And our station gave you that outlet. They began broadcasting in stereo in 1962. Mad Dog was asked about preparing for his SiriusXM sports talk show every day, and he said he really doesnt put a ton of work into putting a show together. Parker said the station put in bids to broadcast the pro sports teams, even if he knew it was a longshot. Keep updated on the latest news and information. Butler joins offensive lineman Tony Boselli, linebacker Sam Mills, defensive lineman Richard Seymour and Bryant Young, and coach Dick Vermeil among those who will be August 5, 2022 6:30 pm. You can find him on Twitter @iancass or reach him by email at iancass@gmail.com. I say, what in the world? You knew Doug (Russell) or Chuck Freimund or Bart, you knew they were mad. He was born in Butler on September 10, 1960 to the late Ralph and Mary (Hartle) Claypool. Milwaukees 1250 AM The Fan can now do so after former Green Bay Packers safety LeRoy Butler was named to the 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. 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Bill Michaels show was syndicated so you probably heard his show and he often played clips of interviews from the other shows. Former Packers president and CEO, Bob Harlan joined Bart and Gary to celebrate Butler's enshrinement. Just 10 days ago, Butler was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Can anyone can confirm or deny if 101.9 in Green Bay has ever aired 1250 AM content? !Listen Live: https://t.co/Ckx9dyNfeY pic.twitter.com/l15ULPzu02, NEXT: @GaryEllerson is out in California for the Big Game, and he joins The Wendy's Big Show to continue the LeRoy celebration!Listen: https://t.co/7iACm9LaEK or on the @Audacy app. It was like 11 degrees so I open the door and step outside. Thank you for helping to keep the podcast database up to date. The inventor of The Lambeau Leap made Butler famous, and fans hoped he would give them one more leap at his ceremony. Butler joins offensive lineman Tony Boselli, linebacker Sam Mills, defensive lineman Richard Seymour and Bryant Young, and coach Dick Vermeil among those who will be inducted into Canton this August. Bennett followed that up with a longer statement he posted under his quote tweet explaining the situation. So it really isnt a big loss. He won Super Bowl XXXI with them over the New England Patriots. more. "I grew up listening to The Score in Chicago, and I think it brought some big-city accountability to these small market teams for the first time. Butler played under head coach Bobby Bowden at Florida State University. He was a three-year starter, collecting 194 tackles and 9 interceptions, but he's most remembered by FSU fans for his role in the "puntrooskie." He spent eight years with 104.3 The Fan. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Leroy Honorably served his country in the US Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William Leroy. It was an honor sir. But back when "The Fan" first switched to a sports-talk format on1250-AM in 2005, it marked the start of something novel, providing a Milwaukee-centric morning show and local programming at points throughout the day that could compete with WAUK, a station undergoing its own evolution but still relying heavily on ESPN national radio at the time, particularly in the morning. Station abruptly changes to CBS sports radio Tuesday, Submit an Obituary Wash. & Oz. DIGITAL: JUST $10 PER MONTH Bart Winkler is like my brother and the most passionate Milwaukee sports fan to the point that it's bad for him.". "I was side-by-side with Tim Allen for basically six years to start my radio career," Makhlouf said. He felt the station was close to landing the Bucks before the franchiseultimately re-upped with WTMJ, even though a cooperative partnership blossomed with the Bucks. Chris Mad Dog Russo would much rather go with the flow for his radio show than try and put everything together ahead of time and hope it comes out well. The sports-talk market in Milwaukee has been a competitive one in recent years. He is survived by his wife, Grace T. Spinneweber Leroy; six children, Cynthia (James) Ford. You have to stop caring about numbers and ratings-wise.". I look forward to bringing a fans perspective to the Denver Broncos and all things Denver sports.. WebLeRoy Butler, a 60, 197-pound safety out of Florida State, was drafted in the second round (48th overall) in the 1990 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers where he spent his entire 12-season career. I listen to 670 the score from Chicago and they have Bart on all the time to talk Milw vs Chicago sports. "Under Tom Parker, the postgame shows, pregame shows, local programming, it was at its best," Freimund said. Born in Butler on August 20, 1934, We can be heard every Saturday Morning, 7:15 until 9:15 playing the best of gospel music. NBC Must Develop a Real No. Once 97.3 The Game opened shop in 2018, that made three stations emphasizing Milwaukee sports, and a fourth if you counted powerhouse WTMJ and its broadcasts of the state's three major pro sports teams. This segment do this, this segment do that. 3,980 () I've been listening to 101.9 WNFL here in Green Bay for years now, and I don't remember exactly the timeline (it all blends together when affiliates change) but I know I've heard plenty of 1250 The Fan's shows over the years. "You knew Gary was mad. I am thrilled to join radio and football legends Dave Logan and Alfred Williams on The KOA Sports Zoo, Edwards said in a press release. He was preceded in death by his sister Betty Mae Claypool. Published Aug 8, 2022, 9:43 AM. 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Fifer also hosted Sparkys Midday Madness from 2-3 p.m., while a variety of local voices filled the airwaves from 3-6 p.m. By Tuesday night, the station had removed those shows from its website and replaced them with a lineup featuring all national programming. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://ww Show The Jim Rome Podcast, Gary Ellerson and Bart Winkler were hosting The Wendy's Big Show live from Canton, Ohio, to celebrate LeRoy Butler's enshrinement Throughout the interview, Hall of Famer and former Packers WR, James Lofton joined the show to catch up with Harlan. Bowden went on to a long head coaching life that wound to Butler's doorstep in Jacksonville, Florida. As ratings go (as compiled by RadioInsight), it's true that The Fan drifted behind ESPN Milwaukee and The Game which recently landed rights to Packers broadcasts, starting this season. The FM simulcast was discontinued in 2020 and switched to a hip-hop format. Ian Casselberry is a sports media columnist for BSM. The Game secured Milwaukee broadcast rights for Packers games, which had previously aired on WTMJ, starting this season. "It was such a fun ride to be on that station at a time when the Brewers were getting better, the (Aaron) Rodgers era was beginning, they won a Super Bowl while I was there. Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) All Rights ReservedPrivacy Policy EOEButler Radio Network | 252 Pillow Street | Butler, PA 16001 | 724-283-1500, Benefit Concert For Local Musician This Weekend. Hour 2: LeRoy Butler | ESPN Radio AM1590 WPVL - Platteville Hour 2: LeRoy Butler By ESPN Radio, Bart Scott, Alan Hahn Aug 17, 2022 | 1:50 PM Bart & Hahn are joined by Packers great and 2022 Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler to discuss the Arron Rodgers comments and his induction into the NFL Hall of Fame. But Audacy, which is in the midst of nationwide layoffs, hit The Fan extremely hard. 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