Today's Show

We start off today's show from Mobile song lyrics such as "Mobile's got the Junior Miss celebration, roll out Mardi Gras, Senior Bowl Game". "My Love is Mobile" is followed by familiar notes of music leading up to audio of Mike Dow within the confines on 555 Broadcast Drive, "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air" and fellow regular "Cut your volume down". "So I asked you, if I paid my dues so I can visit the secret meetings", was among the classic Lillian Jackson clips played during the opening. "Thank you for listening, oh my goodness!" said the Uncle on this beautiful day for those without a "skin condition", or something in particular to go outside. "You've done a good thing, a smart thing," said our host congratulating listeners before explaining why he's currently angry at both FM radio and the Mobile City Council. Yesterday was the day the council voted to pay $4,700 to the syndicate of The Tom Joyner Morning Show ("my competition", which the Uncle didn't refer to by proper name in the past) known as Cumulus Broadcasting, which operates multiple stations in the Mobile region (similar to Clear Channel Communications, which owns more stations). "We were lead to believe it was some kind of charity thing," said the Uncle on the Alabama native's recent live show in downtown Mobile's Saenger Theater. According to the Uncle, Mobile County guides were actually being given away at the Saenger that time, which could be passing as part of Commissioner Sam Jones' campaign for the mayor's office. "Is there a presidential election coming up, no?" said the Uncle on something "very interesting where your tax dollars (are going)", regarding the voting encouragement and the county guides being given away at the Saenger all occurring months before Mobile's mayoral election. "Is it all very interesting", said our own mayoral candidate after listening to one "Muffled Man" via voice message bringing up the Mobile Housing Board as a force behind the county guides. According to first live caller Phillip; "Muffled" was either in a slump or was finding some way to relax that time rather than trying to disguise his voice. Philip questioned the whereabouts of "all-time caller" Leroy over the past few months (either the show's new timeslot or personal matters prevent him for calling), since his well-known "Roll Tide Roll" was played during the opening. "We miss him very much," said our host before getting to some classic audio of Leroy from a time when the show had a lot more pranksters, specifically when he was explaining the "Leeanna phenomenon" behind the pranksters. If memory serves regular listeners right, Leroy (or a whole different fellow) attempted to call in a few shows ago. Before the break, the Uncle reminds us that this particular show is no way supported by listener tax dollars. After the break, "Nothing never changes in politics in Mobile…" said this fellow (via 251-706-BULL, the voice message number) after playing a 2002 conversation between the Uncle and Steve Nodine, then a Mobile City Council member. "Dialing is now a thing of the past, just punch" said our host while reminding listeners with a Cingular Wireless phone how to call in before allowing Norman to say "What is wrong with this picture?" when it comes to what the oil producers are making. Aside from that, Norman brought along the idea for a remote fundraising event for our host, which is likely to not happen. Norman also brought up the idea ("I'm against that idea", said our host) of auctioning off a certain tattoo for Leeanna. "The Idea Guy" joins us with information on his campaign sign so far known as, "Vote for Uncle Henry Because You Can". Our host learns from Robert that Joyner was actually speaking about "restore the vote" as part of the subject of voting on stage, which sounds similar to that of restoring voting rights for jailed inmates. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!

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"Breezy" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Note of Interest:

Last night on cable/satellite TV channel Microsoft NBC (better known as MSNBC), Mobile's first annual typewriter toss for "administrative professionals" was featured during the "Oddball" segment of the program "Countdown". "Countdown" anchor Keith Olbermann and WALA Channel 10's veteran anchor Bob Grip joked about the typewriters being picked up from museums during their respective newscasts.

Today's Show

We start off today's show from Mobile song lyrics such as, "Mobile the center of transportation, business and industry set the face". Following "My Love is Mobile" is the famous "Mentality Sick" clip with the late Lillian Jackson at the beginning of this line of regularly played audio clips. "Thank you so much for listening!" said a slightly louder Uncle (slowly becoming a regular greeting) on yet another beautiful day for "selecting AM radio", also known as the place for "intellectual stimulation". Our host recommends that we inform radio listeners under 30 years of age about the AM side. For example, our mayoral candidate actually met a young lady who for some reason assumed the AM side was nothing but "static", according to her car's radio. Before getting to one of his opponents in the Mobile mayoral race, especially one with a stance against smoking, Leeanna is summoned (by use of her theme music) on this "Secretary's Day" that continues to be referred to as "Administrative Professionals Day". While not offending the "administrative professionals", the Uncle acknowledges that there is no "Plumber's Day" and such. After going off on a rant not related to the reason for Leeanna's summoning, our host asks what exactly happened on the Interstate involving her "purple" truck (not damaged) and another automobile. "They need to retest some older people", said our call screener before saying, "he didn't want to stop". Listeners and the Uncle would shortly learn that Interstate 10 is the setting of this story. "Well that's very descriptive, where on I-10?" said the Uncle before also learning that the fellow in the other automobile is "a little older than Scott O'Brien", who is currently 55 years of age. "Oh, you did call the police!" said the Uncle before trying to find out if she mentioned her car not being damaged on the phone. "A very strange morning" very much describes this event in Leeanna Matteson's life, as she put it at the very end of her story. Before the break, the Uncle previews another act in the on-going discipline discussion, which will include our call screener as well. After the break, our host reminds listeners that the show is continuing on the same station, but first he must bring up one fellow's compliment via voice message for Leeanna after finding out yesterday how she disciplines her children. "She knows what she's talking about", said "Big Daddy of the Eastern Shore" before explaining how Leeanna's method of discipline for her 3 children without reinforcement actually succeeds. "That means no eye contact, no conversation, no toys…" said the West Baldwin County resident before acknowledging our host as "the expert", but this time he must side with Leeanna. After "Big Daddy's" voice message (played twice, specifically to hear the "give her props" slang phrase), the Uncle found it odd that he's named "Big Daddy" while a discipline expert at the same time. Shortly after our first live caller joined us addressing the Uncle as "Mayor", our host shouts "Jim the Tax Man!" in excitement. "I want to commend Leeanna!" said Jim on our call screener doing the right by staying close to the Interstate 10 accident scene or else she'd faced the charge of "leaving the scene of an accident". "Here are your props", said the Uncle before the break. After the break, as music from a certain popular TV program with the word "Idol" in the title played, "Uncle Henry Show continues after Mike Sloan's excellent newscast" was among our host's brief messages for such as short segment. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!

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"Tranquil" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from Mobile song lyrics including "beautiful homes, schools and churches, entertainment, places to shop, my heart's in Mobile, that's my wonderful town". Following "My Love is Mobile" are familiar notes of music leading up to "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air", "Cut your volume down", "So I've come back to reality" and the late Lillian Jackson's "Thank you, Uncle Henry" clips. "The Idea Guy's" voice message connecting the Mobile mayoral race and King Solomon was replayed. "Thank you so much!" said a much louder than usual Uncle greeting "you, the listener", the same listeners also thanked for joining the amplitude modulation side of the radio, "Far better than FM radio" according to him. "Far better than anything you [could] find on your computer". "You've done a good thing for your head", said our host before reminding listeners how to call in, but first he must share his personal experience of viewing more video of the little handcuffed Florida girl "going berserk", which received reaction from interviewees on the grounds of the Mobile region. "What kind of sorry, society is it?" is how the Uncle saw these viewer responses to the berserk & handcuff video, including one fellow saying he doesn't want his own child to be "traumatized" by the handcuffing. "5-year-old can do some damage to a pregnant woman, I've seen it" said our host/mayoral candidate as he continues to search for the problem within the Florida girl. "Outside world is not the problem," said our Uncle during this rant, which isn't usual for regular listeners. "A lot of these children need to be handcuffed", said the Uncle as he interrupted his own telephone number reminder. Before allowing caller Ralph on the air, who agrees that handcuffs should be used in such a "berserker" situation, the Uncle acknowledges that his rant was built upon frustration. Ralph also mentioned his encounter with the law after spanking his child at a local Wal Mart. "The nuclear option on my buttock until I behaved myself", said the Uncle reflecting on his long standing memories of receiving his childhood spankings. "I'm all for handcuffing…(including the parents)" said Ray joining before saying that the Florida girl's handcuffing is now being turned into a "racial thing". Ray also agrees with the Uncle's points on the fact that the children in the berserker's class were evacuated, thus making the classroom environment "no longer a school". "Beat the mess out of them" said Ray on this "no win situation" for either side before leaving us in time for the commercial break, consisting of a commercial with Michael "Savage" Wiener, whose live radio program is always delayed by 1-hour on 710 AM due to Finebaum. After the break, Fleischer "Superman" music plays as the Uncle previews the Mike Sloan newsbreak from the 710 AM news center. "Lost in the shuffle and covered in junk" is how Max describes the on going child disciple debate before asking "What else were they suppose do?" "Handcuffs now or jail cell later?" said Max as he continues to lay the blame on the parents for never disciplining the girl property. Max happened to learn "a lot of lessons" for the rest of his life as he grew up in a well discipline family. "Just got to keep praying about it", said Max before leaving us. "Thanks, Mark!" said the Uncle (rather than the usual "Thanks, Leeanna!") after this caller left the line, followed by Lamar. After these two lost callers, another break for commercials. After this break, music from the popular TV program "American Idol" can be heard as the Uncle says, "Mike Sloan has the news, then more, you're listening to Uncle Henry!" Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.6/5!

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"Rough Stuff?" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Note of Interest:

WKRG-TV5 50th Anniversary Sweepstake Information

Today's Show

We start off today's show from song lyrics such as "Wonderful town, wonderful people, places to go, things to see, my love is Mobile, that's my wonderful town" (with our host singing along). Following "My Love is Mobile" are familiar notes of music leading up to Michael C. Dow's "Regain that Paris of the South designation" speech, "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air", the "Cut your volume down" clip, and a couple of other clips regular listeners are accustomed to. "Thank you so much, thank you so much listener…" said a louder than usual Uncle who was away too long from us. Unfortunately, there are no plans in store for a show expansion to 7 days a week. "Well, I can't tell you why", said the Uncle on how come the show cannot expand again. After thanking listeners yet again for setting the radio to the AM side, the Uncle believes that tomorrow will be the day that "Auburn assists the county commission" as part of this dive into old topics now being updated. "That is as much gobbledy goop as I've seen in a press release in a long time" quote the Uncle speaking about last week's press release, written by an Auburn person. "If we never had it before, why do we need it now?" asked the Uncle before reminding the Mobile County Commission that it's the general public that will inform them of trouble, not themselves. "Spend $38,000 on nothing", said our host before allowing Brent on the air to greet him as "Mayor". Brent has our host's endorsement for mayor of Mobile, but due to recent security problems on 555 Broadcast Drive, he was barred previously from entering the building. "Yeah, come on by," said our mayoral candidate encouraging Brent to make his way back over. After the break, listeners are reminded twice to call in via (251) 479-2723, plus the Cingular Wireless code Pound (#) 710. "People started calling me about it" is how the Uncle found out about the Mobile County Public School System's purchase of "finger print time clocks" for school employees out of trust of some who use the old fashioned time clock. "Long overdo," said Tim via voice message, who "didn't even have class" one time when his high school teacher wasn't anywhere on campus. Danny joins us surfacing the previously unknown issue of time clocks and the old issue of spanking in the school system. "But you're not going to whip my child, until they clean up their act" said Danny via voice message. Chris turned out to be a "freak" ("A long walk for a drink of water" as the Uncle put it months ago), forcing our host to protect 710 AM from FCC fines after he said something inappropriate after speaking about a school's janitor and WKRG-TV5 meteorologist Jere Hough shortly after. Norman joins us bringing up the news of one young child being handcuffed after going into what appeared to be a violent rage, leading up to a lawsuit ("blah, blah, blah", said Norman). The rest of Norman's call focused on more national issues, especially the United Nations. "But it's not a world government, it's a rip off" said the Uncle as he ended up in a rant on moving what the USA pays "everyday" to Paris "and let the French pay for it". Due to time constraints, our host must end this discussion with Norman, which he appreciated. After the break, music from the "American Idol" TV program can be heard as the Uncle previews Brent's visit to the building with the letters "WKRG" going down the transmission tower. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.0/5!

(Summaries for all 3-half-hours of the show shall return, when "The Price is Right" is a rerun)

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"Timing" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

WKRG-TV5 at 50 Project: Week 34

49 years and 232 days ago, TV5 went on the air!


Phil Snow (Former Sports Anchor Retired)

During his days as a well-known figure in football and tennis at Southern Miss (The University of Mississippi), Phil had plenty of time for the training needed to pursue a career in sports journalism. Like many others, radio was the beginning of Phil's journey, but not as sports director, nor a reporter, but as a Top 40 disc jockey for station WBKH in Hattiesburg. This small step would earn him the chance of covering sports for WBKH. Graduation time came in 1959 and with now with a degree in journalism, Phil was ready for the medium known as television through WKRG as their latest sports reporter. While broadcasting for Auburn later on, Phil managed to know more about the players and coaches, most whom would become great friends, especially former Southern Miss quarterback and fellow student Doug Barfield. For the next 38 years, Phil Snow held the position as Auburn University's information source on athletics. Even though he was "semi-retired", Phil continued to inform the Auburn nation and those simply interested via the weekly "Auburn Football Review" for the next 2 years. August 2004 would mark the untimely end of Phil's broadcasting career and reign as the authority on Auburn sports via the TV program he's hosted since 1976. All it took was a page 308 photo caption in the Auburn media guide to discover that he was fired.

WKRG-TV5's Numerous Firsts:

Local Broadcast in Color
Local Morning News
Local Afternoon Program
Electronic News Gathering
Satellite Uplink
Doppler Radar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from the Friday playing of "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"). This Mobile song would be followed by the notes of music listeners have become accustomed to, leading up to a voice message from one fellow who may not be a listener today "because my radio is broken… please hold off on your show this morning (until about 9:45 AM)". Our next voice message comes from "The Idea Guy" with "Uncle Henry, I have a question I can't answer" regarding another use of the money spent to pay for the food of Mobile Metro Jail inmates. "Thank you so much (stressed) for listening!" said a louder than usual Uncle, who was actually close to "bursting in" during Scott O'Brien's "Ask the Expert" program in order to "clear those people out". Yet again, the Uncle thanks listeners ("God bless you", said our host) for choosing the amplitude modulation side over the "horseplay" featured on FM radio. "Oh what a beautiful day it is, in Mobile, Alabama!" said our enthusiastic host before reading a headline titled "Judges Temporarily Releases Barkley", as in Fred "Hollywood" Barkley being released from jail yet again until the next likely offence involving him and his socialite wife. According to our local "voice of reason", since there's not much news in the region, they may as well release Mr. Barkley to make some. "There's all sort of experts on food" (acknowledged his momma and grandma), quote the Uncle as he delves into a news story on one particular female food expert's discovery of "restaurant quality beef tips" being given out to prisoners. "What in the world are they doing down there?" the Uncle asked, which makes those more familiar with "fast food" restaurants very angry. "Mobile is paying twice as much," said this consultant inspecting the prison. While giving out show contact information, the Uncle continued to give a step by step timeline of further prison consultants. First caller Alex Mathis joins us promoting an upcoming mayoral debate at "The Original Oyster House" which prompted the question "Me and who else?" "I'll out conservative all of them," said our mayoral candidate for Mobile's highest office. So far, our host is already suspicious of Alex after almost leaving him out of the mayoral debate. "It's good to talk to you", said Alex leaving us shortly before the Uncle played a clip of our celebrated caller's singing performance in 2000. "No offence to you, but you're not good at it" said the Uncle only seconds away from the commercial break, giving him time to enjoy a snack after reading that Mobile Metro Jail report on "expensive beef tips". After the break, Tim via voice message reacts to the prison consultant's recommendation of hiring more food experts in his usual "Makes Me Sicker" fashion. "Good morning", said Norman with a "couple of things" he wants to touch, such as the front page Mobile Register article on the Mobile-based cruise ship "Holiday" rescuing a bunch of Cubans far from the nearest land. "The Holiday is suppose to be the salvation of Mobile" said our host before asking Norman what makes him believe stowaways would want to use "The Holiday" to get here. "I just wanted to say that", said Norman before leaving us, giving the Uncle time to speak about the "allegedly" USA Today's front page "dedicated to the Star Wars, the Star Wars movie". "Devoted gallons of ink to this garbage," said our host. After the break, the theme from the popular TV program "American Idol" can be heard as the Uncle reminds listeners that Michael P. Sloan will be reading the news from 710 AM's news center. Besides the usual 10:00 AM hour lead in, he applied a certain Abdul's remarks to that of his co-workers who also claim to be sick rather than drugged. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.5/5!


Second half-hour begins with a voice message from Danny encouraging the Uncle to rethink the Mobile County Public School System allowing spanking again, especially with Mr. David Thomas still on board. "Leave it up to the parent" is among Danny's simple suggestions our host may want to think about. "Thank you so much, still enjoying the program as it continues," said the Uncle beginning this half-hour of conversation. "Of course I disagree with him, he's wrong!" said the Uncle in reaction to Danny's call allegedly against the teachers' responsibility for disciple. Thomas joins us asking if "washing your mouth out with soap" should be allowed too, which actually happened to him after an incident of looking up his teacher's dress during his school years. "And you still recall it", said the Uncle after Thomas shared his story. "You've got the offer something there for the children to fear," said Debbie referring to things like spanking devices at public schools. "I don't know what else to do…what can you do?" said Debbie as she was ending her call for others with a different view. "Good morning, sir" said Richard agreeing and disagreeing "in part" of our host before saying that it all depends on the parents' supervision of their children. "We're not willing to spend the money to reduce class room size", said Richard on the solution for teachers trying to handle his or her students. "What's your opinion?" said the Uncle after talking to Richard as his "parent & grandparent" about the use of raising one's voice. "I think we maybe yell too much", said Richard speaking about such incidents involving his children, especially his 11-year-old child. After Richard, the Uncle makes it clear that he would use "every arsenal" possible in order to keep these children out of trouble, or jail. After the break, voice message from Mark of Baldwin County who "sure hopes you get in there for mayor", as in our very own Uncle was played. "Still very hungry" said the Uncle after reading about the jail food before Marvin joined us with a "Roll Tide" shout. "Zero for the semester" (older students) and chores with parental involvement are among this fellow's suggestions before reminding us about the old saying "punishment fits the crime", which ended his call. "I was paddled once, and the teacher was fired" said Melody reflecting on her "unjust paddling" while in school. After Tommy addressed how unnecessary it is for talk show callers to say "thank you for taking my call" before changing the subject to the "Hog-Dog Rodeo", with Auburn being involved. There's the possibility that Mike Rush of WPMI-TV may want to investigate this for a future "May Sweeps" report, according to the Uncle. Today's 10:00 AM half-hour gets a 4.0/5!


Third half-hour begins with a voice message from a weirdo with "Uncle Henry, this is getting more exciting" before referring to Leeanna's joining of the citizens police academy. After playing two different themes, "Two, you can't ask for a bigger contrast" is how our host described both Leeanna and her substituting call screener Jennifer. Eleven weeks happens to be how long this citizens' police academy class last. "Oh, you get to go to jail," said the Uncle after hearing about this particular visit. Listeners have just learned that one young fellow in Leeanna's police academy class (or "Class for Masochist") actually volunteered to get shocked multiple times or tear-gassed. Next class starts next Thursday for this giggling couple, but before they leave the Uncle had to ask if they were ever spanked as children. Unlike the Uncle's days as a child when the parents would side with a teacher spanking, anger in Leeanna's mother during her kindergarten years was forwarded toward the instructor after the paddling. "The wholesome Jennifer" and the "little more worldly" Leeanna leave the room to their respected themes, giving our host little time to ask himself why must anybody want to be shocked repeatedly? Final whirlwind segment begins with a voice message from "The Idea Guy" being reminded about King Solomon and the cleaning of a small child after hearing about the upcoming Mobile mayoral debate, including the Uncle. "Sorry about calling you again", said Tim via voice message before getting to the Register article on the "Holiday" cruise ship rescuing a bunch of Cubans after seeing their "farewell buoy". "It's a day of beauty here on the Gulf Coast," said our host before allowing a couple of callers on the air, including Rick who witnessed the "crystal clear waters" of the Gulf Coast while on a cruise of the "Holiday". Rick was also aware that Tim had no idea what he was talking about showing anger against illegal immigrants and the "farewell buoy". During the show's final minutes, the Uncle expressed more disappointment for USA Today after noticing a seemly obscene photo of "The New Superman" in their own "Living" section, wearing a suit that's too tight. "Go to church Sunday and return Monday for conversation" said the Uncle before leaving us today. Today's 10:30 AM half-hour gets 3.2/5!

Today's show gets a 3.9/5!

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"Rough Patch" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from song lyrics such as "Mobile is great, living and working, the climate's ideal for progress you see, my love is Mobile, that's my wonderful town". "My Love is Mobile" would be followed by familiar notes of music leading up to Lillian Jackson's famous "I don't know if America is going to survive" clip. "I'd smack them in the face, as hard as I could", said the late community activist in the clip, followed by most of the regularly played audio clips listeners are now accustomed to. "Thank you so much, Uncle Henry Show underway on a beautiful Thursday in Mobile, Alabama" said the Uncle greeting us live ("still happening as you hear, not pre-recorded") from studios on Broadcast Drive near another great creation Kenneth R. Giddens' is credited for, Bel Air Mall. Since our host in running for mayor, he also feels like getting his picture taken near the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Gulf Coast Explorium, just like Judge Roy Moore whose picture is included in today's Mobile Press-Register ("Mobile Press" lives on in the form of the Thursday "Suburban" section). "I was extremely shocked", said the Uncle as he delved into the Register's listing 20 people up for the Mobile County Public School position abdicated by John Holiday. "What would draw a person to do this?" said the Uncle before mentioning the name that stands out most, former Mobile Police Department Chief Harold Johnson. "He may change their mind about spanking…" said the Uncle on what the beloved former chief may do to "bring back the paddle", which wouldn't have harmed the Uncle psychologically if that were used as a form of spanking during his school years. "I will talk to you there, hello", said the Uncle greeting our first and so far only unnamed caller, who informed everyone that Roy Moore is actually on page 2A of today's Register before getting to a possible strategy by one Mike Dean of the Mobile County Commission. After our host remembered his last visit the show, it proves that no such strategy exists. Milton Morrow representing the 20 people up for the school board joins us today as simply "Milton". "Are you going to withdraw your name?" said the Uncle, which won't be happening anytime soon according to Milton, who also won't be running for the Mobile City Council again. When Milton referred to the young voters (who also won't be participating in this process of school board appointing), our host asked "What type of young people?" whom happen to be the non-lazy type. After Morrow left us (while the show is running over commercial time), the Uncle acknowledges that some of the 20 people have plenty of "financial experience", the sort of folks our host would want (or "need") up at Barton Academy in downtown Mobile. After the break, voice message from "The Idea Guy" after writing down the tag number (for current Mobile Police Chief Sam Cochran) of one lady throwing out a cigarette on Government Street was played. "Wonder if I got that in my brief case?" said the Uncle as he searches for information on "how to turn in litter bugs" for folks such as "Idea" attempting to make citizen arrests. "Well how about that!" said the Uncle shortly before Leeanna's theme music played, signaling that she's joining in on the program. "Listen carefully!" said our host before giving out the information from "Keep Mobile Beautiful", courtesy of our call screener. "People need to be told on," said Leeanna before Cingular Wireless code Pound (#) KMB for reporting the tag numbers of Alabama & Mississippi (including Baldwin County, Ala) litterbugs was given out. (251) 208-6025 is the number for non-Cingular users according to the well-informed Leeanna. "You have been of use for today's program," said our host shortly before the break. Coming up, Michael P. Sloan reads the news from 710 AM, but first the Uncle reminds most listeners to "go nowhere". Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.8/5!


Second half-hour begins with a voice message from Tim reacting to Mobile County Commissioner Steve Nodine's telephonic appearance on yesterday's program, when he just seemly kept "going on". "Thank you for continuing to listen", said our host before allowing Glenn on the air to remind us about a time when children were seen as "property". "They're just important," said Glenn speaking about what he (and what a certain school board member should believe) believes is truly "an important part of our society". Glenn agrees with the Uncle's point on children nowadays being allowed to dominate a family. "Excellent, excellent [call] to start off this hour of the Uncle Henry Show", said the Mobile mayoral candidate before Tom joined us. "It was opened because someone wanted to resign" said Tom getting to the 20 people "in position" for a job of representing Mobile County's District 2 (Tom is not a District 2 resident or voter). Tom is trying to say is that whoever earns Holiday's former board position must do the job without putting his/her name on a future election ballot. "Well, then you have a petition vote" quote Tom after the Uncle asked about the possibility of Holiday's successor being a well liked fellow or lady. "My goodness, we gave you a deal!" said Tom as he sees the school board re-election process when the board should, "Let the people vote". "I'd give up radio and television for Lent", said Tom hoping there will never be a day when AM radio's best known product of talk radio is never done away with. "Very well thought out", was the Uncle's description of Tom's call before Franklin joined us, who admitted to enjoying Tom's call very much. "Well I'm with you, I think you deserve the right to vote", said the Uncle after Franklin answered that he's a District 2 resident & voter. Franklin is actually very concerned about three school board members appointing someone for an "un-expired term", which is something the Mobile County Probate Court should look into. After the break, a version of the "Bonanza" theme song plays as a voice message from one fellow thanking the Uncle and Steve Nodine yesterday for saving him from ending up in a doctor's office was played. "I hope this is a free call", said Tim on a Cingular Wireless phone, who's glad there won't be an election for anyone such as those with "name recognition". "Maybe the school board should be non-partisan", said Tim before reminding our host "how this town works". Tim on Government Street is currently following what he believes is the automobile of Mr. David Thomas using a motorcycle gang as protection for his license plate, which is actually "pretty clever". "Be careful," said the Uncle as Tim prepares to telephone the police or so it seems. "This is a capitalist system" said Jack reflecting on "every job I've been on" where every employee had to wear a uniform, which the Uncle understands very well as what our caller described as "government waste". After thanking Jack for his excellent phone call, the Uncle reminds listeners that Mike Sloan will be reading the news for the next minute. Today's 10:00 AM half-hour gets a 4.9/5!


Third half-hour begins with a voice message from one lady playing her version of the official state song featuring lyrics such as "Scott Walker fixing his hair, ain't he sweet" and "Scott O'Brien is a hippie liberal man". "Forgive the quality of this" were this lady's words before playing the tape of the song I believe is titled "Let's All Get Together". Mr. C. joins us after a version of the "Bonanza" theme played before asking if the Uncle remembers Lyndon B. Johnson's "gag order" for those speaking against politicians and other particular ways of expressing "freedom of speech". Mr. C. openly appreciated the Uncle for allowing him to share his views over the air before leaving us. "Yeah, they try to shut up all of the decent," quote the Uncle after Cecil (Mr. C.) joined us. While the Uncle understands where our latest caller is coming from, but there was no need of assuming where folks such as an official of Prichard, Alabama may end up later on in life. "Leeanna, get in here" said the Uncle as her theme music and a clip of the weirdo "Evil Irrational Man" saying "Leeanna, or dear Leeanna" played. The time 6:30 PM is when Leeanna's police class on Virginia Street is set to begin, which she's unfamiliar with. After the Uncle tested our call screener's knowledge of her community (such as Pollman's Bakeshop on Broad Street), he discovered the shocking fact that Leeanna has never made a visit to Ladd-Pebbles Stadium in all of her "almost 30" years as a resident of Lower Alabama. First police academy-related voice message was played, featuring one fellow's odd weird about Leeanna and handcuffs, which would be immediately be stopped since it was dirty enough. Since she's a media personality, the Uncle threw in the idea of "driving her around" in a WPMI-TV news truck in order to know her way around. "Leeanna sounds kind of ditzy today," said the Uncle in a way not to sound mean, since he cannot find the right word to describe her right now. After the break, the show's regular theme music plays as a voice message reminding listeners about the Mobile County Commissioner's current state played. "They plant weeds on your property or worse" said this Tom before ending his lengthy voice message. "Good afternoon, Roll Tide Roll!" said John before saying that folks such as midtown residents would be accepted as "new residents" in places such as Wilmer, Alabama. According to John, both the unemployment and county population numbers are actually skewed based on what he's learned over the years. After losing Willie, the Uncle reminds listeners how to contact him via answering machine (or voice mail), (251) 706-BULL set up specifically for those with something on mind whenever the show if not airing (such as 2:00 AM). "Uncle Henry, I heard you read my e-mail on the air" said listener Karen in today's e-mail, who didn't quite hear what our host said about Shane McBryde yesterday while reading her electronic message, which was mostly about his past radio experience on 710 AM. "He's like…rap music disc jockey" nowadays according to the Uncle, specifically on locally owned WABB Radio. A "typical excerpt" from McBryde's 710 AM program played. "Whenever he would go into a rant, I would pop in a tape" said the Uncle reflecting on his days of recording McBryde. After answering Karen's question in the e-mail including thanks for withholding her last name yesterday, the Uncle reminds listeners to read "The original instruction manual" known as the Bible. Today's 10:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.1/5!

Today's show gets a 4.6/5!

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" Middlin' " - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from song lyrics such as "Mobile's got the Junior Miss celebration, roll out Mardi Gras, Senior Bowl game (the Uncle sang along a couple of times)" making up the song "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town") is heard. Followed by one lady's comparison of the Uncle's hair to a good friend of hers who also has "Kenny Rogers hair", along with the regular audio clips loyal listeners are now accustomed to. "Thank you so much, welcome!" said a louder than usual Uncle welcoming and "thanking you, personally" for the success this program continues to be on a daily bases. "It's like a fine wine, only it doesn't get you drunk" quote our host as he describes the AM band this program airs on. Show telephone numbers (251) 479-2723 and Cingular Wireless code Pound (#) 710 were given out before the Uncle got to one of numerous consequences of allowing federal government to grow. "They just need to cut it," said our mayoral candidate before getting to the point of an old "dumb idea" being "improved". Yep, "believe it or not", there was actually a time when the government did not have to tell us what to do & eat. "Not a government…mandated need" is how the Uncle described the creation of the original food pyramid continuing to "brain wash our children". "The food pyramid is wrong…they had it wrong!" said the Uncle paraphrasing most, if not all food experts who believe the old pyramid (now considered "wrong") is responsible for making USA residents "fat". "It's too complicated…" said the host describing the new food pyramid (featured in the Mobile Register, now with vertical strikes and a "stick man" as some sort of guide. Our host may be able to describe the design, but the point is unclear. "You don't need to exist in our government system" is the Uncle's direct message to the U.S. Agricultural Department, which should care for naturally grown food. Above the "idiot pyramid story" in today's Register is yet another food-related story paraphrased as "people who are modestly overweight are less likely to die than people who are normal weight". "New pyramid wants you to die!" said an angry Uncle on the two contradicting articles before balling up the paper or something similar to the procedure. After reminding listeners in a calm mood how to call in, the Uncle requests the removal of those working for the agricultural department responsible to be removed soon as possible. After the break, a clip including one lady's question "How can people hate each other, I don't comprehend?" was played before the Uncle informs us of the upcoming Mike Sloan newsbreak. First caller Mark managed to catch the Uncle off guard by asking if our host knows about an "all smokers restaurant" before insulting the home of the Alabama Crimson Tide. After this weirdo, our host admits to have noticed that the news media is upset over the fact that the new Pope (Josef Ratzinger) elected is indeed a traditional Catholic. "He's Catholic…why can't he be more liberal", is how our host describes some members of the press. "That came from this guy that is the Pope" was the Uncle's reaction after reading the letter of a man with traditional Catholic values. After losing caller James (with Leeanna receiving the blame), the Uncle mentions the numerous editorials already out to speak about. "Be prepared for lots of that in the next several days (or months)", said our candidate for Mobile's highest office on the Pope editorials. John joins us with a "Roll Tide" shout before showing amazement at the press' reaction to the election of a new Pope. "It's not a political issue at all, it's a spiritual issue", said John after hearing about the Uncle's conversation with whom he describes as someone with extreme views. "A core belief is a core belief" quote our host less than a minute before the first commercial/newsbreak from 710 AM (old newsbreak music played, from the ABC Radio Network days). Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 3.9/5!


Second half-hour begins with a voice message from Tim after viewing someone who should be ticketed for having a taillight out before showing appreciation for 710 AM reporter Charlie Moss. The former "Makes Me Sicker" guy Tim is also interested in his friend Moss' job when retirement comes. "Thank you so much!" said our host as most listeners continue to listen on a beautiful Wednesday morning. Suddenly, someone or something set off the controls (causing band music to play), but it never effected the Uncle's ability to reach into the electronic mail bag for a press release stating that Auburn University has been hired by the Mobile County Commission to determine "what the priorities are". "Can't these people just speak plain English" said the Uncle as he read the beginning of the press release. Without trying to be someone known as a "nay sayer", but according to our host there is a reason the county commissioners were elected by county voters. "Public satisfaction and maintenance of fiscal budgetary health" are among the phrases in the press release that our host described as "gobbledy goop". "This is getting ridiculous," said Tim joining us before suggesting that the entire commission leave office if they're hiring folks outside of Mobile County. "Try to have a good day", said Tim before leaving us, which applies well for our host as he dives back into the "government speak". "I know the Uncle Henry Show has achieved maximum program efficiency…", said our host before asking, "What does it mean for the government?" Our host suggests that the county commission hire plenty of "smart senior citizens" rather than Auburn University. "The Idea Guy" joins us by reminding listeners that the county commissioner's main purpose is road improvement, so "why do they need to pay someone [to tell them what to do]". Before "Idea" left us for a funeral (never explained for good reason), he said he should return to the show's phone lines tomorrow. Johnny joins us asking how our host is doing before mentioning the South Regional County Planning Study actually being free to the public, thanks to federal funding. "I don't know what's going on with this bunch?" said Johnny referring to Sam Jones, Steve Nodine, and Mike Dean making up the county commission before directing the Uncle to where the planning study can be found for comparison to today's press release. Before the break our host kindly reminded listeners that it's 10:21 AM. After the break, we lost both "all-time caller" Leroy and a different Johnny, but there remains a possible prankster on the last line. "Is this really Mr. Nodine?" said the Uncle before Steve Nodine translated the "gobblety goop" in the press release sent via e-mail. "We're experiencing growth and we have to plan properly" said Steve before getting to this economic development team the Uncle is wondering about. "The population-shift has moved," said Steve as he explains the little population growth in Mobile County. Steve would explain that the commission must aggressively address the economic issue driving the influx of population finding elsewhere. "Thank you, commissioner" said the Uncle before Nodine's "thank you for your time". Before Michael P. Sloan read the news, the Uncle described Steve's explanation for economic development along with a few "blahs". Today's 10:00 AM half-hour gets a 4.7/5!


Third half-hour begins with a voice message from Rae recorded shortly after inviting our host to her church's revival (including nice hymn performances), including Leeanna since she resides close to the church. Before getting to our call screener's joining into the citizens police academy, our next caller Mary joins us. She suggested that companies such as Comcast Cablevision should sets up a type of school for helping the young folks in search of the type of jobs the Mobile County Commission is speaking about, yet "they are part of the problem". After Glenn's "outstanding phone call", Nick joins us congratulating the Uncle "hitting the nail on the head" after Steve Nodine's "gobbledy goop" on economic planning. Nick is actually disappointed that Nodine would bring out outsides such as Auburn that know very little of Mobile County's situation economic wise and simply bring in more bureaucracy. The question "What can they do for road construction?" was brought back for Nodine probably listening, who according to Nick is actually trying to start up some type of new empire. Brent addressed the Uncle with "Hello, mayor" before siding with Tim earlier on the need of Auburn University for economic development being ridiculous before suggesting that our candidate for mayor should also run for Mobile County sheriff too. Before the break, listeners would learn about a particular book being brought to Nodine's attention in a while before forgetting about it (or so it seems). Yep, it's actually possible for our host to forget what he's read long ago too. Coming up, the final whirlwind segment for all 3 half-hours of programming. After the break, voice message from Al congratulating Leeanna on "being able to ride in the police car", but he must inform her that the most dangerous job in all of Mobile County is a correctional officer at the Mobile County Jail. "All you have to use is what God gave you," said Al on the only weapons an officer can use when stopping a prison fight and such. "Starting tomorrow," said Leeanna on her first day in the citizens police academy as her theme music plays. Speaking of the county jail, it happens to be Leeanna's first stop on her first day in the Mobile Police Department. First on air e-mail on Leeanna's secondary career titled "Citizens Police Academy" is read over the air, including "The nerve of John Walker" referring to WPMI-TV's Scott Walker explaining that not everyone would take the Uncle's mayoral campaign seriously until at least July. Email user and listener Karen also suggested that our host should keep watch of what Leeanna would actually be up to in the academy. She also reminded us about public figures Rick Collins and former talk show host Shane McBryde (audio was played as a reminder for those who don't remember) being possible mayoral candidates. "When are we going to stop discriminating against fat people?" said Steve before the Uncle responded with "never", but believes that after the smokers, those who eat too much are next on the list. Neither Leeanna, nor the Uncle has yet to understand the meaning behind the government food pyramids. Callers Skip and John were given thanks for the effort of trying to get on the air, but unfortunately time is almost expired. Listeners with a life syndrome are reminded to pick up some Scripture. Today's 10:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.9/5!

Today's show gets a 4.5/5!

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"Okay" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from lyrics such as "beautiful homes, schools and churches, entertainment, places to shop, my heart's in Mobile, that's my wonderful town" making up the song "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"). Familiar notes of music would follow the song, along with "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air", the "cut your volume down" clip, and a couple of well known Lillian Jackson clips (including "Thank you, Uncle Henry"). "Thank you so much, welcome to the Uncle Henry Show, a special edition," said the Uncle greeting us before congratulating everyone for picking AM over the FM band. "We have WPMI…" said Scott Walker reminding our host to introduce him. "He came from Gulfport Television (Mississippi Television)", said the Uncle during the introduction. "You're not even reading the bio", said Scott who first arrived at WPMI in October 2000. So far, the New Orleans native is impressed by the Uncle's memory, proving that he did the "necessary homework" required before interviewing a guest. Our host thanked Scott's fellow employees at Channel 15 for their coverage of numerous Mobile City Council scandals. The Uncle asked Scott how investigative reporter Josh Bernstein's short, yet exposing reports ("a surprise to all of us", said Scott) make it on the air. Scott is also aware from his point of view that some folks are understandably upset over Mike Rush's special "Hog-Dog Rodeo" report exposing the supposed "family entertainment" to the folks in Montgomery. "If you need me, I'm there", said Scott describing himself as the "Go To Guy" during WPMI-TV's morning program. Speaking of that program, Scott describes the formula and evolution of a show that "sets the tone of the day", such as changes in weather and female anchors (over a year since Rebecca Wilson left). "I think it's the only part growing on television," said Scott speaking on behalf of morning newscasts before mentioning some local TV markets that have 4:30 AM newscasts. "What's the difference?" said the Uncle after finding out that Scott usually wakes up at around 3:30 AM, about a hour before such newscasts. Scott managed to mention Pensacola's WEAR-TV's (like WPMI-TV and 710 AM, owned by a conglomerate) early morning news, which will be among the numerous ABC stations missing the network's weekly broadcasts of "Monday Night Football". "It's a top ten program" said Scott as the Uncle explains the broadcast's move to the cable sports network ESPN (Entertainment Sports Programming Network). "It's done, network is done" said our host before Scott mentions that fact that network news is still strong, even after anchor changes. "A lot of those things [CNN and FOX] are shout fests", said Scott after the Uncle questioned why would anybody watch newscasts on ABC, NBC, and CBS since they have access to cable/satellite TV. "I disagree with you, it's dying", said the Uncle as Scott defends his points on broadcast TV. Insight into Scott Walker continues after the first break. After the break, WPMI-TV's theme music can be heard as the Uncle reminds listeners to call in via (251) 479-2723 or Cingular Wireless code Pound (#) 710. "Keep your conversations with Leeanna to a minimum" said the Uncle before Scott shows an assumption that visitor traffic to Google's satellite map has increased because they may be able to see our call screener's Theodore, Alabama home. First caller Emily reports on an Interstate situation going on, involving one side close and the other open. "He's really flying", said Scott after the Uncle asked about Channel 15's own traffic reporter ("Commander Chuck"), who flies by helicopter. First caller Chris began with a "Roll Tide" shout before showing agreement with our host on the networks. According to Chris, "You can watch the other [football game] one on pay-per-view" instead of the one on cable, which won't be the final long-term solution as Scott explained for our caller. "They're going to be able to select their games", said Scott on the deal for the National Broadcasting Company (NBC-TV), but as for the current "Monday Night Football" announcers Al Michaels and John Madden, their future remains unknown. As our host/mayoral candidate is sadden by ABC ridding their airwaves of "Monday Night Football", he must move forward with the current technology in television's evolution. "Cable TV can only grow so far", said Scott, which the Uncle disagrees with, as he's aware of things such as digital video recorders making it easier for those who want to watch a program anytime. After the break, "Uncle Henry Show continuing…Scott Walker continues to be the guest", said the Uncle as the theme from the "American Idol" program is played. Like our host, Scott also enjoys the program that is considered "wholesome", including one female contestant. After Michael P. Sloan's newsbreak, the Uncle will delve into Scott Walker's life in midtown Mobile. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!


Second half-hour begins with the WPMI theme in the background as a voice message suggesting "How about some dog-child molester rodeos", since the dogs are not the ones hurting anyone. "Thank you so much, Uncle Henry Show continues" as the "old theme music" for Channel 15 continues to play, giving Scott a good moment of laughs at the fact that it's "old". "Phones are ringing, Leeanna is not answering them", said our host before he listed the numerous awards Scott has won over the past few years. "What led to this purchase?" was the first question for Scott residing in a home purchased in midtown Mobile, where a few fellow employees happen to reside in (including WKRG alumn Darwin Singleton). As a first time buyer of a home (for 2 years), Scott experienced the problems of a house that was never renovated by the previous owners. "The neighbors are great", said Scott, despite the occasional gunshots ("really?" said the Uncle), and there's plenty of room for the dog to roam around in. The Uncle questioned Scott on what weapon Scott's wife has in possession, which happens to be pepper spray rather than a gun. Golf clubs and the alarm also back up the Walker home security wise, but Scott would rather not resort to the clubs. "I like the once a week deal…some people don't like it, I like it" said Scott after the Uncle asked for his rating on the City of Mobile's relatively new once a week garbage pickup service. John finds it a pleasure to speak with Scott, whom he enjoys seeing on and off Channel 15, WPMI. "Were you aware of that?" said John as he reports on a "serial killer" at a local abortion clinic, which he believes killed 20 over the past week. "I see a lot of protesters out there every single day" said the Uncle every time he passes the clinic John mentioned. "You did the cold case file?" asked the Uncle referring to Scott's recent "sweeps month" report on the long ago killing of two young men, which is still on the minds of viewers according to the Uncle. So far, only 5 calls have reached the homicide detective's office since Scott's report went on the air. Old WPMI theme plays as the Uncle reminds listeners that Scott reads the news seemly each morning on Channel 15 and he also introduces the "exciting John Bernstein reports". Caller Tim joins us mentioning an article in the Sunday edition of the Mobile Register about one fellow arrested for "Driving Under the Influence" (while "passing people in church"), who has a past of different identities. "Do you ever see Josh Bernstein?" said the Uncle after Tim suggested that Josh investigate Baldwin County's government for corruption, who could still be listening even as Scott gave our caller the proper e-mail address. Don't expect Channel 15 to neither move to Baldwin County (Mobile remains a big coverage area, despite growth east of Mobile Bay), nor the big rumor of the station planning to move to the Retirement Systems of Alabama building under construction in downtown Mobile. "That would be a shorter drive for me", said Scott on the RSA Tower, but the exact relocation area for WPMI-TV and 710 AM (currently under WKRG-TV5's roof, which owned 710 AM for almost 40 years). "My family is from the New Orleans area," said Scott who would return there under certain conditions. According to Scott speaking of New Orleans, the city's Mardi Gras celebration can indeed be wholesome in certain spots, which is a far cry from the reputation it has received in the past. "Do you have a speed bump in front of your house, Scott Walker?" said the Uncle after J.P. joined us. "Let's just get rid of cars, because they are too fast, [and may kill a cat]", said the Uncle after J.P. brought up the speed bumps or boondocks. Coming up, Michael Sloan reads the news from 710 AM's news center. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.9/5!


Third half-hour begins with band music as the Uncle reminds us that Scott Walker "represents all the television station" today before mentioning our guest's own weblog (not updated in days as of this writing) at WPMI.com, especially the post on his ear piece that most broadcasters use. "We just make those adjustments on the fly", quote Scott when receiving information from the producer via ear piece. According to Scott's viewing of other news anchors, you can actually tell at times (special reports and such) that the anchor is listening to someone off screen. "The what?" was the Uncle and Scott's reaction to our next caller speaking about NBC's new football broadcast deal ("the NFL!" said Scott) before Greg joined us for advice on the midtown area Scott and his wife currently reside in. "Ha ha, I like that," said Scott after Brent joined us addressing the Uncle as "mayor". "I got your vote for Uncle Henry," said Brent before our mayoral candidate asked Scott why WPMI-TV (and/or the Mobile Register) never gives his mayoral campaign respect along with the "Big Four" candidates. "I can't say that", said Scott after Brent asked which mayoral candidate is he leaning toward. "Mayor, I'll be thinking about you Saturday night" said Brent before getting to his recent pistol-whipping incident near a local pizza Hut. "Why don't you have me on the morning show?" asked the Uncle before Scott said that the only way people will take his mayoral race seriously is when he signs the qualification papers in July. "Perception is reality," said Scott before saying that our host doesn't even live in Mobile. "I do now!" said the host. This debate on the Uncle's mayoral race ends with when his city tax cuts are complete, statues of himself will immediately go up. Norman joins us with "Good morning" with a voice Scott hasn't heard in a while. "Why don't you have a mayoral debate with Uncle Henry and the candidates?" said Norman before Scott mentions Channel 15's last coverage of a mayoral debate besides the Congressman Jo Bonner-Judy McCain-Belk debate in the race for representing Alabama in the USA Capitol. "That's a pretty little thing (morning anchor Sandra Shaw), maybe you should have her doing the mediating" said Norman, even though the Uncle doesn't care about ratings. He would rather have John Watkins or Drexel Gilbert (WKRG alumn) for the intellectual viewers of the debate. Final whirlwind segment coming up! The segment begins with WPMI music ("that music is so old" said Scott) as the Uncle asks Scott if the station still uses the music people are more familiar with. Our next caller was a weirdo (or "It's Rolling, Baby" guy) asking if Josh Bernstein would reveal our host's "true identity". "I don't believe in picking running backs in the first round of the draft" said the Uncle as we dive into a discussion on the upcoming NFL draft (especially Auburn players) and the league in general. Before Leeanna entered the room via her theme music, Scott defended the career of one Brett Farve of the NFL. Listeners, Scott, and the Uncle would find out that Leeanna has been accepted into the citizens' police academy, where residents will learn all about the aspects of the Mobile Police Department. "They say they are excited about having me," said our call screener, "unlike Clear Channel", which angered our host to the point of turning off her microphone. We end today's 1 ½ hour program without any trouble, but a simple reminder from the Uncle to read some Scripture. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.4/5!

Today's show gets a 4.767/5!


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"Slow Change" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from "wonderful town, wonderful people, places to go, things to see", yep it's "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"), followed by "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air", the Rebecca Wilson audio, and "So I've come back to reality…". Let's never forget the late Lillian Jackson's "Thank you, Uncle Henry!". "Thank you so much!" said the Uncle before thanking us for making this program the most popular for all times, plus we the "right decision" of choosing the amplitude modulation band. "Not much, positive", said the Uncle speaking about FM's negatives before getting to a voice message (now deleted) from Al accusing our host of being wrong after last's event in AM's opposite band. "Because they were raising money for charity", as in the folks behind the nationally syndicated "Tom Joyner Sky Show" held live in downtown Mobile, hosted by the Alabama native Mr. Joyner. "The litter in downtown Mobile was worse than Mardi Gras" is the Uncle's proof that his points about frequency modulation are still accurate. "We take trash bags, we do", said our host speaking about this program's occasional remote broadcasts (From Wal Mart and Paw Paws' Campers for example). "I hope the City of Mobile didn't have to pick up his trash" quote the Uncle. After reminding listeners to call in via (251) 479-2723, the Uncle speaks to Al directly with "The AM dial is where the action is…the AM dial is where the preachers are…". Yet another sad story reaches the Uncle's mind, which brings up the question about the usefulness of offenders registries. "I don't know what difference do they make?" said the Uncle reflecting upon this particular title placed upon these criminals. After questioning numerous employees within the WKRG/Clear Channel of Mobile building, it's safe to say that a registry is not enough to stop these folks from going out attacking and killing people. "Show up once a week and get injected with this stuff", said the Uncle with the idea of a "castration chemical" that can be used in these offenders in the registry. "Hello, there" was the Uncle's greeting for our first caller, whose simple suggestion is to "keep them locked up". After the break, a version of the "Bonanza" theme plays as a voice message from Chuck questioning the meaning of "genre" played, which he finds interesting coming from a "country boy" such as our mayoral candidate. Our host explained the best meaning of "genre" before allowing first named caller John over the air up and ready on his soapbox sharing a possible stalking situation going on in the form of small notes for his young girl from someone slightly older. After contacting police, John would find out that there is not enough evidence to go after the older fellow about 21 years of age. "I'll stay on my soapbox," said John before leaving us. After losing Tom, Leeanna is summoned (through shouts of her name) away from "playing on the Internet" out of the Uncle's interest. Turns out she's aware of the new satellite map feature on Google.com, where she can actually see a close up view of her home's driveway from above (no mention of her exact location in Theodore, Alabama, by the way). After the break, music from the popular TV program "American Idol" can be heard as the Uncle reminds listeners about Mike Sloan up next with the news from 710 AM. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.5/5!


Second half-hour of the program begins with a voice message beginning with "Good morning, Uncle Henry" before suggesting that our host has been invited to lecture for both the University of Alabama and Auburn (for a lecture on "traffic lights and stop signs"). "We love you and we love your show" said this fellow before ending the voice message. "Charlie…how are you doing Uncle Henry?" said Charlie before acknowledging the fact that today's first discussion is quite a negative subject before bringing up the idea of electronic monitoring devices for the offenders. "Everything is falling into place," said the Uncle after Charlie asked about his race for Mobile's mayoral office, a position that qualifiers in July would like to earn. "You can't please everyone, so that's why I'm not going to try," said our possible future mayor as Charlie left the line. Brent joins us after discovering off the air that Leeanna is really a "home offender" (a new "term" for her) as she continues to "goof off" on Google.com. Brent also asked about our host's weekend, allowing listeners to know that, "I went to church, I also went to the left wing Earth Day celebration". "Throw a hymn in there for people like me", said the Uncle before putting it as "Just throw me a bone ("Amazing Grace" or something")". Willie joins us with "two things" before reminding us about William J. Clinton's indictment during his second presidential term. First his new name for today's church songs, "The 7-11 Songs" (which gave our host a case of the laughs once Willie explained it) and reminds the Uncle that even if we find the so-called perfect church, it won't be perfect for long. After Willie, the Uncle admits that Clinton is now a "mental flubber" whenever he reads the former USA president's name in a news story. After the break, the Uncle thanks us for continuing to listen before allowing Greg over the air. "Those good old fashion hymns were contemporary" said Greg before telling a non-dirty joke over the air related to the subject. "Praise & Worship" and "Cows in the Corn" were compared in that amusing joke. Tim responds to the "mentality" of residents who believe in allowing convicted politicians to stay an office, which enforces his support for the Uncle's campaign. "I'll pay my own legal bills", said the Uncle if he were to end up in court after being elected mayor of Mobile. Rae joins us inviting the Uncle to a revival where preaching from the Bible actually exists, plus a nice performance is the musical sense. After thanking Rae for the invitation, listeners are told ahead of time of the next Michael P. Sloan newsbreak, but first the Uncle continues to hope that the other half of Mr. Clinton does not ever make a run for the USA's highest office. This would further ruin our host's ability to avoid anything Clinton. Today's 10:00 AM half-hour gets a 4.8/5!


Third half-hour begins with Danny (via two voice messages) and his Wal Mart sighting of expensive foreign shrimp from Indonesia and Thailand. "We have Rush Limbaugh coming your way in 30 minutes, and more from Mike Sloan" is the Uncle's latest "heads up" (pardon that slang) as the show continues. Listeners are reminded that the show is broadcasting around the world right via Internet stream, for listeners in Brewton, Alabama and elsewhere. "Speaking of presidents", the Uncle brings up an Associated Press article detailing something that would offend numerous Lincoln historians, as in one book's theory of the 16th USA president being homosexual. It irritates our host that this theory is being pushed into the news media, especially the part about "new research" on a man who has been researched more than enough. "Find somebody else and look into their poetry or something" is our host' suggestion for these researchers before previewing tomorrow's insight into WPMI-TV's Scott Walker, the former independent/FOX station's "inner workings" ("WPMI" stands for "Pensacola, Mobile, Independent"), and their various investigations into other uses for Mobilian tax dollars. Plus, investigator Mike Rush's story on hog-dog rodeos, which is close to being 100% illegal in the state of Alabama. Speaking of the state, the Uncle is currently keeping a close eye on the session going on in Montgomery right now, which could possibly end up becoming a special one in the near future. "Illegal chicken fighting rings" happens to be on caller Jason's mind, specifically the stuff going on in Citronelle, Alabama. "They have been busted at that same place before", said Jason. The Uncle questioned Jason on how information on "cock fighting" gets out, which mostly goes toward those who participated with a chicken before (not Jason). "We'll get Mike Rush up there" said the Uncle before saying that Leeanna visits such fights along with yard sales. Coming up, the "final whirlwind" segment of the show! Segment begins with the Uncle's reminder of Sloan's newsbreak and Rush's program before allowing Zach on the air, starting off with "Hello, mayor!" Zach reminds us that college satellite campuses cost a fortune, such as Faulkner State. "Let's not get the horse behind the wagon, if you know what I'm saying," said the Uncle, even though he remains in full support a higher education. Speaking of higher education, the Uncle gets back to the legislation session being threatened, which could cause a future special session on the education budget. "Thank you for listening…" were among the Uncle's expression of thanks before allowing final caller Tom over the air with a "Roll Tide" before getting to ask why must we be given a new law "every day of our lives". "I agree...amen!" said the Uncle before Tom left us. Today's 10:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!

Today's show gets a 4.83/5!

All 3 half-hours will be covered this week! (The Price is Right is in reruns)

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com

Send your WKRG memories to Mario500@gmail.com

"More?" -TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

WKRG-TV5 at 50 Project: Week 33

49 years and 225 days ago, TV5 went on the air!


Honarable Mention:

Reporter Tim Smith



A WKRG Comparison:

162 St. Louis Street: TV5's Former Address

555 Broadcast Drive: TV5's Current Address

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Today's Show

We start off today's show from "wonderful town, wonderful people, places to go, things to see", yep it's the Friday playing of "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"), followed by very familiar notes of music leading up to a "taxing" voice message. "Paying the taxes on the partying, you just can't get into a good mood", said this fellow via voice message (referring to Mobile's sales taxes) before the regular clips played. Voice message from Bubba trying to comment on the "smoking in the restaurants" for the last 15 minutes via the show's 3 phone lines is played, including an unpleasant comparison of certain restaurant and pool sections. "Thank you so much, thank you listener…" said the Uncle speaking during this "series of beautiful days" before congratulating us for choosing the radio band where "brain cells are stimulated" rather than the one where they are "turned off". After decades of working on the frequency modulation side of radio, "it's regressive communications medium" is our host's final conclusion. "Always playing their music and whooping & hollering", quote the Uncle before reminding listeners to call in via (251) 479-2723 or by the "alleged free call" code Pound 710 on Cingular Wireless devices. Here's another reflection from the Uncle; he pats both the excellent and erroneous callers over the past week on the back (not literally). Coming up in the program, a new "Deal of the Week" will be revealed, but golfers still have a chance to pick up some nice gift certificate deals over at 710 AM's website. Today's first issue on the Uncle's mind is the parking situation "causing distress" in the neighborhood close to Murphy High School. "The 500 parking spaces should go to the students with the highest grade point average" is the Uncle slightly discriminating suggestion (which he acknowledged) for the school before throwing in the idea of auctioning off the parking spots. "Just a few ideas" said our host before greeting our first caller with "hello, there". After our first caller brought up the few good sections of FM radio, such as National Public Radio and numerous religious stations. "You are an experienced broadcaster", said this fellow before leaving us with a "Roll Tide", causing the Uncle to respond with a shout of "Roll Tide Roll". Shortly after that, the Uncle's very thoughts of "Tax Day" April 15th make his ears turn red and hands tingle. After the break, "Uncle Henry, professional broadcasters, a moment of silence for all the taxpayers, who had to pay!" was how our mayoral candidate for Mobile's highest position began the second segment before stopping Leeanna as she walked by to inform the Uncle currently answering callers blindly. "Jack and West" appear to be the callers on the line so far, but Jack would be the one to get on the air. "I just don't want people blowing smoke in my face" said Jack before mentioning those smokers who use public transportation, which forced Jack to describe them with the words "they stink!" Jack may allow smokers to continue, but not around folks like him. Before leaving us, Jack even used the word "respect" in his smoking comments. After hearing Jack's story, there's no doubt in the Uncle's mind that his sister would move away if someone 500 feet away were smoking. "They'll lock your finances up and leave you out" said the Uncle as Allen attempted discuss both taxes and smoking on a faulty cellular phone connection. After Allen, the Uncle made it clear for everybody (and received confirmation from Leeanna) that consumers such as him and his sister have full responsibility when visiting a restaurant allowing smoking or not. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com

Send your WKRG-TV5 memories to Mario500@gmail.com

"Non-Taxing" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

WKRG-TV5 at 50 Watch:

"Coming soon to a mailbox near you" is the message prior to the delivery of TV5's 50th anniversary brochures through the mail, including a special sweepstakes for prizes such as a Jeep Wrangler. Thousands upon thousands of viewers along the Gulf Coast should be receiving one over the next few days.

Today's Show

We start off today's show from the umpteenth playing of "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"), followed by familiar notes of music leading up to "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air". A few seconds of the show's theme music can be heard until "Cut your volume down" broke in. "Can the President freeze the price of gasoline", said one fellow via voice message before reminding us about a certain Nixon named Richard's "freeze" on beef prices. "Thank you for listening!" said the Uncle before encouraging pride in ourselves for choosing the AM radio band before "Scott O'Brien of the 70s" joined us as the sounds of "The Bee Gees" singing "Staying Alive" can be heard. Before today's program, Scott and the Uncle managed to agree upon the issue of restaurants and their choice in smoking. "Why can't this be up to the marketplace?" said the Uncle before mentioning today's Mobile Register's poll featuring 63% of polled residents whom would never visit a restaurant allowing second hand smoke. This brings Scott's last visit to New York City back to mind, which now has a complete ordinance on the ban of public smoking. "The owner of the business", said Scott ("…fourth day as a non-smoker") referring to those who should be responsible for allowing cigarette smoking or not rather than the government. In other words, "it's the market place…", said Scott in total agreement with the Uncle. "That's my call, I own the joint" said Scott as he continued to defend this point on restaurant owners and things such as smoking & cellular devices. As Scott leaves the studio to the sounds of "The Disco Era", our host was on his way to saying, "This is Big Brother as you get" before predicting the coming of our lost in choosing our own food, such as "Thick Burgers" from Hardees. Wondering the woods for meat would follow this possible "Big Brother" scenario, "if hunting is still allowed" according to our Mobile mayoral candidate. "The Uncle Henry Show on a beautiful, beautiful Thursday continues on NewsRadio 710", was how our host ended the first segment. After the break, the Osmonds (Donny & Marie) can be heard as the Uncle comments on the brother not at all being "a little bit rock & roll". First caller Jim joins us for quite a while spanning the issues of government getting involved in smoking, his days in sociology courses, and a certain fellow guilty for bombing abortion clinics. "A very thought provoking call" said the Uncle before allowing Norman on the air to answer Jim's question on what the young boys in the USA are doing. According to Norman, they are sitting down playing the electronic video games (which the Uncle agrees with, even though he's aware they are good for future fighter pilots) before mentioning a certain fellow driving and throwing a cigarette "butt" out the window of his car. This automobile happened to have a smoking-related bumper sticker. During Norman's call, traffic interrupted him for a few seconds. Speaking of video games, the Uncle shares his recent attempts at conversation with his grandchildren and "all they'll talk about is Pac-Man 2 and I don't understand it!" said the Uncle as he weighed in on what he call "dang gone virtual reality". After the break, the mayoral candidate/host reminds listeners about Michael P. Sloan's newsbreak from 710 AM as music from the popular TV program "American Idol" can be heard in the background. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 5/5!

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com or (251) 706-BULL

Comments on the show's 9:30 AM-11:00 AM timeslot go to sob@ccmobile.com

"Nice" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Today's Show

We start off today's show from "wonderful town, wonderful people, places to go, things to see" among the lyrics in the now familiar Mobile song, "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"). This would be followed by familiar notes of music leading to the "Come to Mobile, Alabama", voice message in a salesman tone, and a few of the regular audio clips played during the opening. After Dow's "Paris of the South" audio, voice message from "The Idea Guy" attempting to get "the word out" on changing the driver licenses from Mobile, Ala to "Paris of the South, Ala". "Thank you for picking this program!" said the Uncle greeting and thanking listeners for selecting today's program, which could say that we represent those with intellectual curiosity. Show numbers (251) 479-2723 and Pound 710 (#710) for Cingular Wireless users (allegedly a free call) are the best ways to phone in. After Friday's "secret indictment" on Mobile County Sheriff Jack Tillman, the results of this are now featured on Page 4A of today's Mobile Register. Audio of Josh Bernstein's live report for WPMI-TV yesterday was played. "Out of the ordinary, not uncommon" said our host before reminding us that more charges are pending against the sheriff arrested in his own jail. "It looks like the end of the Tillman era is now" is the Uncle's simple response for those within these WKRG/Clear Channel of Mobile attacking him verbally. "Other people are coming out of the woodwork now," said our own candidate for elected office before inviting "agree or disagree" responses from the listeners before the break. After the break, voice message from Al after watching the news (station went unmentioned) on Tillman's arrest before asking if the sheriff would ever get his pension once he's convicted. Next voice message from "Idea" mentions Scott O'Brien's ability to listen to Al Green all day (mentioned during "Mobile's First News") before getting back on topic. First live caller Daniel joins us with a "Roll Tide" before throwing in the idea of an "official mammal" for Mobile. "The weasel, all right", said the Uncle before wishing Daniel a good day. "Good morning, mayor" said Cecil joining us. After quite a while, Mary joins us "prompted to call" after reading the newspaper before showing some amazement at those "getting their names out front". "Allegations don't mean much", said Mary before reminding the Uncle and listeners to not "count him out" referring to one Thomas Sullivan of the Mobile City Council. Our host encouraged Mary to calm down after referring to elected officials whom she believed are slowly "having their day" in court. Audio of the late Lillian Jackson's "Thank you, Uncle Henry" was played twice before the Uncle to remind listeners of the upcoming Mike Sloan newsbreak from the 710 AM news before the 10:00 AM hour of the program. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.9/5!

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com

"Looks Good" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Note of Interest:

Former WKRG-TV5 anchor and reporter Francie Murphy's place in our 50th anniversary celebration of the station has been upgraded from "honorable mention" to a profile & photo. Look into the January 2005 archive for her profile.

Today's Show

We start off today's show from 10:35 AM from a version of the "Bonanza" theme to a voice message with numerous (or lengthy) reasons why there shouldn't be a bridge stretching across Mobile Bay. "I remain committed," said the Uncle who would continue to campaign for this Interstate bridge's construction. "Maybe something for Mr. Josh to investigate" said our next caller Greg speaking about the old Mobile Press-Register building before getting to the old home for the Board of Registrars and probate court soon to be torn down (Greg happens to remember this old court being built). Instead of converting this piece of property into a park, Greg suggests that this should become a parking lot for points of interest such as the Gulf Coast Explorium & IMAX Theater, plus no parking meter trouble. "Craig, I enjoyed your phone call" said the Uncle before allowing Kelly over the air with the idea of making Mobile "the most sought after tourist attraction on planet Earth" as part of a lengthy call our mayoral candidate/host managed to enjoy. Leeanna is summoned as ideas continue to enter the Uncle's mind, such as vines hanging from the soon to be completed RSA Tower in order to end this "oxygen problem" our previous caller brought up. There's also the idea of improving downtown's Water Street by turning it into a gondola, since it's known for getting flooded during heavy storms. After the break, Travis joins us on the so-called problem with oxygen in downtown before reminding us about two productive paper mills close by. "You knew you were breathing" can describe downtown back then. J.P. believes our Mobile City Council is in great need of oxygen tanks, according to their "odd behavior", such as using tax payer dollars to pay for someone else's tennis lessons. Today's final half-hour gets a 4.2/5!

Comments on the show's 9:30 AM-11:00 AM timeslot go to sob@ccmobile.com or…

Clear Channel Radio
555 Broadcast Drive, 3rd Floor
Mobile, Alabama 36606

"Better Weather" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

May the permanent end to Daylight Saving Time come!

Today's Show

We start off today's show from the Mobile song including these lyrics, "Wonderful town, wonderful people, places to go, things to see, my love is Mobile, that's my wonderful town." "Beautiful homes, schools and churches, entertainment, places to shop, my love is Mobile, that's my wonderful town". After "My Love is Mobile" ("that's my wonderful town"), familiar notes of music can be heard leading up a voice message suggesting Alabama's official "state nut". Regular audio clips from "Ok here we go, hello you're on the air", "So I've come back to reality…" and the late Lillian Jackson's "Thank you, Uncle Henry" were heard. Audio of current mayor Mike Dow's "They call us the Paris of the South" clip was heard. "Thank you so much, welcome!" said the Uncle making his grand return to our ears on this beautiful day in the Mobile region before thanking for the "smart choice on our part" of choosing the amplitude modulation side of the radio. "You might find it, but it may be difficult to find" said the Uncle referring to any intellect on the FM radio dial known for its "carrying on" rather than any hymns that can be heard on the opposite band. After continuing to promote AM radio's rise in popularity again, our host referred to his Friday appointment for a "colon scope" in the expert sense. Unfortunately the Uncle was unable to hear Scott O'Brien's conversation with artist Daniel Moore (neither I), but he was told that Mr. Moore even spoke about drug paraphernalia, which our host found odd. Speaking of this particular paraphernalia, the Uncle weighs in on the possible future state law for the "general stopped up nose populous" on account of the crystal meth criminals. "This is a city with a stopped up nose," said the Uncle during his rants. After reminding listeners to call in via (251) 479-2723, the Uncle begins playing numerous voice messages since leaving the eyes of Mr. O'Brien for an expert doctor. First voice message comes from "The Idea Guy" after viewing CBS' "60 Minutes" on WKRG-TV5 and reflecting on it by informing listeners about taxpayer abuse. From "Idea" to "Jim the Tax Man" with what he believes is the true meaning of "free trade". "Good messages will continue to flow from this radio station's Uncle Henry Show", said our mayoral candidate/host, but first today's first live caller. "Good morning, Henry" said our next caller Phillip joining us in agreement with the Uncle that the meth criminals ought to be ones cleaning up the air, but financing appears to be possible downside. After Phillip, the Uncle threw in the idea of revoking the meth lab criminals' Alabama citizenship for the next 10 or so years. Voice message from Tim plays after the break, in which he shares his snack meal with Leeanna costing about "$50 dollars a person", a far cry from balancing the budget properly. Steve joins us on the whole "illegal alien thing" before putting emphasis on the word "illegal", forcing the Uncle to say "you're right!" in conjunction with part of the bumper music blaring suddenly. "You have difficulties finding workers?" the Uncle asked, which happens to be the truth for Steve's business before speaking about employees' absence, even on pay days. "If you do have a work ethic in this country, you're just working for yourself" said Steve before leaving us. Our next caller Tom joins us with a loud "Roll Tide!" before sharing his Mexican restaurant experience within Mobile, where he strangely had thoughts about the show around the same time our host was getting a "colon scope". Adding to the irony is the fact that Tom's stomach at certain points didn't "agree" with the food. For those with "anxiety problems", the Uncle directs those listeners to answering machine number (251) 706-BULL. Coming up, Michael P. Sloan reads the news from 710 AM's news center, followed by more of the Uncle's words of wisdom, plus some from the callers. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 4.6/5!

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com

"Rain Returns" - TV5 meteorologist John Nodar

Note of Interest:

A whole different Don Davis spoke via telephone on WALA Channel 10's morning newscast, specifically the Mobile County probate judge rather than the former Channel 10 personality speaking about the Board of Registrars' temporary move to the old Mobile Press-Register building (1944-2002) in downtown Mobile. The former WALA-TV/AM building (1953-2002) and courthouse (housed the Board of Registrars until today) happen to be only a few seconds away from the Register building.

WKRG-TV5 at 50 Project: Week 32

49 years and 218 days ago, TV5 went on the air!


Steve Smith (Now at WJXX/WTLV in Jacksonville, Florida)

Smith's journey into broadcasting began with a BA degree in Broadcast and Film Communications at the University of Alabama. While in our state, Steve held the positions of anchor, reporter, and weather anchor spanning 3 stations. Mobile's very own TV5, WDBB in Birmingham, and WAKA in Montgomery. He had involvement with the National Association for Advancing Colored People Youth Association in Tuscaloosa. Nowadays, Steve can seen giving Florida viewers their weather forecasts on programs such as Good Morning Jacksonville and First Coast News at Noon. Aside from her current job, Steve takes part in the Jacksonville Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation and the local YMCA's Black Achievers Program. Now on to a more human side of Steve, he's a sports fan like many others.



WKRG Fact and Opinions:

"500 Calls"

Today's Show

We start off today's show from "ok here we go, hello you're on the air", the Rebecca Wilson audio, "cut your volume", and the show introduction leading up to 3-seconds of silence before Scott O'Brien spoke. "…Who's at the doc's today" was Scott's explanation for the Uncle's disappearance and the awkward opening today. Before getting to "several things to talk about" and after finding out about Leeanna's plans for what is forecast to be a beautiful weekend, Scott previews some telephonic insight into painter Daniel Moore during the 10:00 AM hour. "We'll jog your memory," said Scott after questioning co-host Leeanna on whether she has actually seen Moore's paintings spanning over 20 years. "Artists were the original journalist, for example the Mobile Register" quote Scott as he continues to dive into art's connection between the paper and the University of Alabama. "The thing is, David Thomas has not been convicted of a thing," said Scott as he switches over to the news of fellow board member Mr. John Holland resigning from the Mobile County Public School Board before the case against him reaches the district attorney office. "Federal Communication Commissions, today…" was Scott's slightly teasing introduction into a discussion of the issue of devices such as cellular phones on board airplanes now being weighed on in Washington, District of Columbia. After Leeanna's wish for a device that would jam cellular phones close by, Scott mentioned an expert of electronics who works under the roof of WKRG(1-2 floors)/Clear Channel of Mobile (3rd floor) in the midst of such distractions. After the break, "The Uncle Henry Show, I'm Scott O'Brien with Leeanna Matteson" was Scott's greeting before allowing today's first caller/non-flyer to say, "I'm not interested in listening to these people" referring to most cellular phone users in public view. This fellow is actually interested in this electronic expert for jamming certain electronics. "Semi-colon" is caller West's description of the Uncle once his so-called "colon scope" is completed. "Another 50 year old joke recycled on The Uncle Henry Show" said Scott in response to West. Reema joins us in response to a previous caller who happened to mention the issue of profane writing appearing on one's automobile. "It is 9:58 on NewsRadio 710 WPMI" was how Scott ended the first of 3 half hours of programming. Today's 9:30 AM half-hour gets a 2.8/5!

All mayoral endorsements and suggestions go to unclehenry@newsradio710.com or (251) 706-BULL

Comments on the 9:30 AM-11:00 AM timeslot go to sob@ccmobile.com

The Uncle shall return!

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