But WOGL Oldies 98 got very deep with R&B music. Country WXTU (92.5) program director Shelly Easton is upped to the newly created role of VP of music programming for the cluster’s three music FMs. On November 9, 1987, WCAU-FM flipped to an oldies format as WOGL (which stood for "Old Gold"). Found inside – Page 272... the Whole Trash Can, Eleanor and Alice, The Gherkin Pickle, The Grand Nate Theft, ghost man Wiffle ball, Nell, and the infamous “Taco Bell Fun Day.” We loved late-night television, the Space Program, 98.1 WOGL ... When the change was made to Classic Hits and the WOGL calls, GLENN was instrumental in the change-over and one of that station’s first jocks. WOGL program director Anne Gress says, “Marilyn’s got tons of enthusiasm and a rich history of delivering compelling Philadelphia morning radio. Barry Magarick, new member of the Hall of Fame for his work at his advertising agency since 1971. Joseph called the station "98 Now." Joseph recommended that the station go Top 40. From the mid-1990s through the early 2000s, the station used the Do It Again jingle package by JAM Creative Productions and the Super Hits package by Tony Griffin, both of which were also used by sister station WCBS-FM. WOGL Program Director Anne Gress said, “After sifting through literally hundreds of applicants, Nicky G’s experience, credentials and personality made him rise to the top.” WWFM-FM, 89.1, headquartered at Mercer County Community College, a new program on Augsut 4th, “Curtis Calls!” The station is owned by Audacy, Inc. and broadcasts a classic hits radio format. WOGL-HD3 simulcasts WPHT, CBS's Philadelphia AM talk station. . Scott Walker who programmed Hot Hits WCAU-FM remained Program Director until 2001.They were known as "Oldies 98.1". Found inside – Page 197Fort Washington , PA Greater Philadelphia Sport , Travel & Outdoor Show Fishing , January 15-20 Paul Fuller ... PA PCCA Festival at Little Buffalo Arts Festival , September 20-21 Joni Williamson , Executive Director Perry County Council ... In 1998, he joined fledgling Sirius Satellite Radio, and in 2001, went to WCBS-FM, where he did the Saturday/Sunday 11PM-4AM shift. BAYADA Pediatrics, a specialty of BAYADA Home Health Care, presented a $1,500 donation to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) as part of their sponsorship of the “98.1 WOGL Loves Our Kids Radiothon”. . As disco cooled, the station called its format "Fascinatin' Rhythm." [4] After the FCC created the current FM broadcast band on June 27, 1945,[5] William Penn Broadcasting applied to the FCC for a construction permit on January 21, 1946 to install a new transmitter and antenna for operation on 99.5 MHz, and the FCC approved this application on October 24, 1946. Nettleton also did shows for WARX-FM in Hagarstown, Md., and was heavily involved in commercial voice work over the years. Easton then programmed WXTU-FM for almost 10 years in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and oversaw programming for WBEB-FM, WOGL-FM and WTDY-FM, ultimately becoming Vice President of Music Programming. On January 13, 1942, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) granted the William Penn Broadcasting Company a construction permit for a new FM station on 47.3 MHz on the original 42-50 MHz FM broadcast band, with the call sign W73PH. The HD1 channel simulcasts the analog channel; it has been used to air Christmas music in season since 2009. You have permission to edit this article. As an Assistant Production Director/On-Air Talent at Oldies 98, WOGL-FM, a CBS owned and operated station in Philadelphia, PA., I prepared and produced on … Since late 2017, the station has been using jingles from Reelworld Productions. Found inside – Page 424... GENERAL MANAGER , WBBM ( FM ) Tom Matheson VICE PRESIDENT , GENERAL MANAGER , WOGL ( AM & FM ) Dennis Begley VICE ... CBS NEWS RADIO Larry Cooper VICE PRESIDENT , PROGRAM , CBS RADIO NETWORKS Frank D. Murphy VICE PRESIDENT , SALES ... Found inside – Page 75National Public Radio has begun satellite testing for European distribution of its programs "Morning Edition," "Weekend Edition ... Oldies WOGL- AM Philadelphia adds American Sports Radio Network programming on weekends, but director of ... Jeff Sottolano has been named Director, Programming, CBS RADIO, it was announced today by Chris Oliviero, Executive Vice President, Programming, … Tykell Johns is the Credit and Collections Director at CBS Radio in New York City. BAYADA staff were on hand in the CHOP atrium lobby, answering phones during the annual event which has raised over $7 million since its inception 15 years ago. “In his expanded role, Bobby will be managing two of Philadelphia’s top- five cuming radio stations. In 1976, Jim moved to WUSL as Director of Programming and co-host of morning show for WUSL, then nicknamed "US-1." Live air personalities were eventually added. The Meadows Homes residential program serves 80 clients in approximately 20 sites. In the fall of 1970, WCAU-FM replaced "The Young Sound" with an automated oldies format. When the FCC moved the FM band to its present location, it became The music was about 70% 1960s, 10% 1950s, 15% 1970s, and 5% 1980s. The playlist was moved away from soul and Philly Only hits (though a few remained). Found inside – Page 35... which focused on President Clinton's health care reform plan and the 1994 economic forecast . ... poll included : Greater Philadelphia Chapter members Steve Bleyer and Gary Dean on WOGL - AM's “ Forum 1210 ” public affairs show in ... Scott Walker left the station in 2001. In 2013, WOGL moved to Old City, joining WIP, KYW-AM, and WYSP in the 400 Market Street building. In 2016, WOGL moved back to Bala Cynwyd to join the city's remaining CBS music stations, WXTU and WRDW in the 555 City Ave building. Found inside – Page 182 , and his body was discovered by the club manager later that evening on a bed inside a tiny room . ... Since 1980 , when PLGTF began a media - watch project , WOGL - FM had refused to air gay and lesbian announcements because they ... He was put on this earth nothing other than to be on the air." The station is owned by Audacy Inc. and broadcasts a classic [9] In 2017, Frank Lewis and Bill Zimpfer, co-hosts of WOGL's morning show "The Breakfast Club", were let go.[10]. Originally, WOGL was known as "Oldies 98.1". By 1992, WOGL leaned toward soul oldies. They still played Elvis, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones, but focused on soul and Philadelphia only hits. They were about 2/3 R&B and 1/3 rock. The rock songs played were the big hits and anything typically heard on oldies stations was heard on Oldies 98. “This is an exciting opportunity and I am thrilled to work with such legendary brands and top notch talent on a daily basis,“ added Easton. Long-time announcer for the annual Seaplane races on Lake Washington. CBS Radio Philly Promotes Two After Gress’ Departure. If people could deal with one another honestly, they would not need agents.”—Raymond Chandler (18881959). He will be heard weekends and fill on the station. CBS RADIO Philadelphia’s Senior Vice President and Market Manager David Yadgaroff today announced the promotion of Shelly Easton to VP of Music Programming for 92.5 XTU (WXTU-FM), Today’s 96.5 (WTDY-FM) and 98.1 WOGL-FM, and the promotion of Bobby Smith to Program Director of 98.1 WOGL. Loftus described Mr. O'Brien as a musicologist who not only knew his play list but was well-versed in contemporary music. Nolido has been replaced by his former … The show woke up Long Island for 10 years until there was a format change. As the 1970s came to a close, the music became more diversified with the addition of jazz, pop and R&B. Prior to 2018, the station played Christmas music during the holiday season; this practice was discontinued after WBEB, which also broadcasts Christmas music during the season, was acquired by Entercom (forerunner of Audacy). “We’re the station on for family reunions, weddings, Bar Mitzvahs. Program Director is responsible and accountable for major program implementation, management and oversight of strategic and tactical elements of … He worked at WDAS as the program director in 1970 and started his own show, “Holiday on Sunday.” In 1985 he left for WFIL and WIOQ. BAYADA staff were on hand in the CHOP atrium lobby, answering phones during the annual event which has raised over $7 million since its inception 15 years ago. "I never knew a guy who loved being on the air as much as he did," said Anne Gress, WOGL's program director. The FCC's Auction 109 of of 136 FM signals and 4 AM signals has come to an end after eight days and 36 rounds of bidding with 97 of the potential licenses won. In 2004, the playlist was tightened to about half '60s and half '70s. WOGL is an FM radio station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Shortly after that Dom Q. returned to 'DB weekends. The station airs a Classic Hits format. When the FCC moved the FM band to its present location, it became WCAU-FM at 102.7 and some time later, moved to 95.5, and finally, its present 98.1. Program Director for WWDB then mornings on 'DB from the late 70's till late 80's. Tim Herbster Brand Manager/Director Of Music Programming for Audacy Philadelphia commented, “WOGL is a Philadelphia franchise and Glenn Kalina is a franchise player. He also appeared on television as the host of Inside Golf on Comcast SportsNet. [2] The station's studios and offices are co-located within Audacy's corporate headquarters in Center City, Philadelphia.[3]. Found inside – Page 491KYW - AM - Programs Cityscape Frequency : Friday Time : 11:00 a.m. - 12 : 00 p.m. Guest Host Stephen Potter Producer Mary Edwards .. Executive Producer Mike Schrand . . ( 314 ) 516-5968 ( 314 ) 516-5968 . ( 314 ) 516-5968 CBS Radio Inc. Also promoted is “Today’s 96.5” WTDY program director/morning host Bobby Smith. Sabean will report to Scott Greenstein, SIRIUS President of Entertainment and Sports Howard Stern and the launch of his … Seville's news follows the exit of former WOGL program director Anne Gress, who left WOGL last month after 14 years. The appointments follow Monday’s departure of Gress from WOGL after 14 years of programming the top-rated station. Program Director & afternoon guy Jim Collins (for whom this site is dedicated), took his own life in the early '90s. They still played Elvis, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones, but focused on soul and Philadelphia only hits. “The Wiseman” was born. . Mr. O'Brien had been at WOGL, a classic hits station specializing in music from the 1960s and 1970s, since 2002. The first song on WOGL was "Good Golly, Miss Molly" by Little Richard. CBS Radio Philadelphia promotes Shelly Easton to VP of Music Programming for WXTU-FM (92.5 XTU), WTDY-FM (Today's 96.5) and WOGL-FM. Also promoted is “Today’s 96.5” WTDY program director/morning host Bobby Smith. TV Patrol Pampanga Formerly News Patrol Kapampanga was a local news bulletin program broadcast of the ABS-CBN Regional Network Group in City of San Fernando, Pampanga Province. Found inside – Page 4... OREGON KFXX - Portland PENNSYLVANIA WFGY - FM — Altoona WAVT ( FM ) -Pottsville WOGL - FM WARM_Scranton Philadelphia WDLS ( FM ) ... GENERAL ADVERTISING REGULATIONS 100 % of schedule delivery guaranteed by credit , refund or makegood ... While it was strictly doo wop in its previous incarnation, it was updated to play all types of pre-1964 oldies. At the end of 1975, the oldies format was replaced by a disco-oriented format that was eventually called "Fascinatin' Rhythm". WOGL became the city's dominant oldies station, gathering a group of legendary Philly jocks including Hy Lit, Don Cannon, Harvey Holiday, Jim Nettleton, Christy Springfield, Frank Canale, Angela Mason, Ron O'Brien, Bob Pantano, Bob Charger, and many more. Radio News Staff Writer-November 26, 2021. In late 2007 and early 2008, more 1980s music was added to the rotation, and effective July 6, 2008, WOGL's slogan was changed to "The Greatest Hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s," which is also used on sister station WCBS-FM when it returned to an Oldies/Classic Hits format in July 2007. And we draw multiple generations. Meanwhile, Smith tacks on the WOGL program director role to his existing WTDY duties. Along with other CBS FM stations, WCAU-FM began airing "The Young Sound," a prerecorded format of instrumental easy listening songs based on contemporary hits. The station still played artists such as Elvis, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, but in addition, it focused on soul, including Philadelphia-only hits. WOGL had a deep playlist, playing a larger number of songs than most oldies stations. Now, some 50 years after his first radio gig, Blavat puts it all in perspective in this uniquely American tale of a "little cockroach kid" borne out of the immigrant experience who lived the American Dream. Some notable DJs on the station in this period included Paul Barsky, Rich Hawkins, Billy Burke, Terry Young and Christy Springfield. Also note WOGL-FM is using the same Frank Gari jingles, WCBS-FM … On the same day, WIOQ shifted to oldies as well. Office & Studio Information: Audacy Pennsylvania, LLC | TALK RADIO 1210 WPHT / 1210 AM / WPHT-AM. In 2001, all specialty shows were dropped. Audacy, Inc. Apr 2010 - Nov 20155 years 8 months. iHeartMedia Charlotte announced today that Shelly Easton has been named Program Director for 96.9 The Kat , Charlotte’s #1 for New Country, … Cellular Phone #1210. Jeff Sottolano, the station’s program director, says the music portion is called Phillies Playlist. Philly has been lucky to have Glenn, especially waking up with him on WOGL the past few years.” 19. "Street Corner Sounds" was a modified version. “Philadelphia is very loyal town,” he said regarding the nation’s fourth largest city during an Apr. First aired on April 13, 1998 after the launching of the originating station in 1997, TV Patrol Tacloban has been running for more than 20 years, with its original anchor Bob Abellanosa, and later by Clifford Nolido, who since transferred to ABS-CBN Iloilo as its Station Manager. In the wake of WOGL programmer Anne Gress’ sudden exit on Monday, CBS Radio Philadelphia has promoted a pair of programmers to expanded roles. On February 2, 2017, CBS agreed to merge CBS Radio with Entercom. CHD is seeking an experienced Program Director for its residential & outreach programs serving adults with developmental disabilities. Mike St John would absolutely positively NOT BE COMPATIBLE WITH WOGL—HE is 50’s and 60’s—Can’t picture him playing 70’s and 80’s—Same with Charlie Bennett,The LATE Hy Lit and Jim Nettleton. It is aired live daily from the ABS-CBN Newscenter in Tacloban at 5:00 PM, from Monday to Friday. 1 WIP-FM, 98. In 2003, the name "Oldies 98" was downplayed and the station became known as "Motown Soul Rock & Roll: 98.1 WOGL". As Radio Insight reports, 96.5 WTDY "Wired" program director Bobby Smith was promoted into that role following Gress' exit. When the 1970s came to a close, the music became more diversified with the addition of jazz, pop and R&B. Music that was popularized by MTV [1] in the early 1980s and the nostalgia behind it [2] is a major driver to the format. 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