So, I think they struck a nerve. Duh!
Already, numerous anti-KGO Radio campaigns have hit the social-networking sites, including this on Facebook. And don't forget Twitter.
And there's more, too numerous to count at this point. I doubt seriously, any of it will cause any retreat, but as I said on Friday, it won't hurt.
People are really upset. I heard Pat Thurston on Saturday and she tried her best to explain to the listeners, most of whom were still in shock.
I'll say this: at least Thurston, (as part of the new schedule, Saturday/Sunday morning 8-11 AM) handled the chore a lot better than Ronn Owens who was lost in space on what amounted to a gimmick show on Friday.
Thurston tried her best to both neutralize the situation, still fluid, and she deserves props. Yeah, their were times she sounded like a management tool, but given the circumstances and all, she was effective for providing a forum for the infinitely pissed-off crowd, of which there are many.
--NEWS: Here's a portion of the new Sat./Sun. schedule:
As mentioned, Thurston, 8-11 AM Sat., followed by Damon Bruce, 11-1 PM...Stacy Taylor and Michael Finney will follow Thurston on Saturday. Brian Copeland will keep his show on Sunday following Thurston.
That right-wing nut case, Spencer Hughes has found a home at the "New KGO" and Karel is still on board, for now. Keep in mind that all of this could change, but as of now, that's the schedule.
Monday will roll out the new format with the new, "all-news" format beginning from 2PM until Midnight. After that, the ABC net, syndicated, "Red Eye" crapolla, (it's cheap and out of the Bay Area will cover all-night).
Other tidbits: No longer will the ABC Net provide national news updates, I've been told by a KGO staffer. Instead, announcers will begin tonsiling right at the top of the hour. Again, this is a total budgetary move intended to save money. Surprise.
Check back periodically. I will update any new information I get.
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