tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post1590736609231101560..comments2024-03-29T08:48:02.902-07:00Comments on RICH LIEBERMAN 415 MEDIA: Wednesday Wash; More Ronn Owens; KGO Hires Weekend Reporter In Case The World Ends; KCBS Discovers 'Live and Local' Is Innovative; KPIX Promotes: 'Game ONNNNNN!"Rich Liebermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-46514194611113266472014-08-30T01:33:19.529-07:002014-08-30T01:33:19.529-07:00I remember listening to Ronn Owens in the 1970'...I remember listening to Ronn Owens in the 1970's when he was the young host in his mid-20's among the likes of Owen Spann and Jim Eason. Ronn had fun shows with rock trivia, restaurant reviews, and status-class-tacky. He would complain about his "two bum marriages", but then he married Jan Black and they lived happily ever after. I stopped listening to talk radio when I realized how stupid the callers are. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-23773563969961068302014-08-28T12:16:15.297-07:002014-08-28T12:16:15.297-07:00"Lots of criticism today, Rich. They are righ..."Lots of criticism today, Rich. They are right, of course. "<br /><br />Much of it is from the same person. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-49254240313390696052014-08-28T11:08:56.199-07:002014-08-28T11:08:56.199-07:00OMG, I actually have to agree fully with Christine...OMG, I actually have to agree fully with Christine on this one. First time. Say what you want about Ronn and his ego, but his interviewing skills and balanced analysis is unparalleled. He is very well versed on all topics.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-11435254436644198142014-08-28T09:52:50.099-07:002014-08-28T09:52:50.099-07:00Yes, you are right about Ed Baxter and John Rothma...Yes, you are right about Ed Baxter and John Rothman, John and Gene was always my 2 favorites, then Ronn. Unfortunately 910 have made some really dumb programming decisions the past 1 year or so, like Joel and Corey (they got to the worst of the worst) Gil talking to himself mostly for 4 hours, now they have a 3 hours slot they need to fill. They could continue to rotate hosts, or split the show between Ed and John (1 for 3 days, the other for 2) but, I have no confidence in their programming, I think they will go for cheap rather and the best, which probably will leave out John and Ed, I don't think either of them are desperate for money, thus will not work for pocket change. Although I think John truly enjoys being on the radio, he loves to take calls and interact with the callers, but I still think he won't for pennies.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-18955988157617661062014-08-28T09:35:09.418-07:002014-08-28T09:35:09.418-07:00KCBS has no competition as the only news radio sta...KCBS has no competition as the only news radio station in town. No surprise that their standards are have fallen due to their own arrogance as well.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-36630811062528068652014-08-28T08:49:47.942-07:002014-08-28T08:49:47.942-07:00I listened to Ron Owens for maybe 20 years, beginn...I listened to Ron Owens for maybe 20 years, beginning in 1988 when I was in school. For years, I thought he was the absolute best. Then along came Gene Burns, who I thought was the absolute best ever. And he was and still is the man to beat. <br /><br />I don't much care for Ron since the big blowup, but occasionally listen to him here and there. I don't think he's as good as he used to be, but that's OK. Everything runs its course, Ron has run his. That's not supposed to be a ding. He had his time and he excelled during it. That's nothing to be ashamed of. But he does seem to be hanging on now, resting on his laurels. <br /><br />It's a shame that KGO still pretends that they're even worth listening to. I have found that Ed Baxter and/or John Rothman are on on 910 from 10:00 a.m. to 1;00 p.m. and they are a better alternative to KGO these days. EdgewaterIsle.comhttp://www.edgewaterisle.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-15154359563242134832014-08-28T08:24:03.764-07:002014-08-28T08:24:03.764-07:00Da Lin still has a job? Now, THAT'S a story!!...Da Lin still has a job? Now, THAT'S a story!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-91128025993619976202014-08-27T18:38:03.290-07:002014-08-27T18:38:03.290-07:00Rich: don't let the haters get you down. I'...Rich: don't let the haters get you down. I'm surprised none of these morons have called you an antisemite. That's the usual first line of attack by the Blowensteinnnnn brigade. The fact the man has an illness does not erase the fact that he was a spineless, gutless jackass the day after the guillotine came down at KGO. Are we supposed to forget that infamous day because he's ill? HELL NO! Keep up the good work big boy. For every detractor you have three of us stand by you. We are the silent majority. Btw great work on KOMY. Your stream of consciousness today in the first hour is an instant classic!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-31222264838339185792014-08-27T15:43:53.231-07:002014-08-27T15:43:53.231-07:00> *More annoying than "Live and Local"...> *More annoying than "Live and Local", KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW Sports header, <br />> "GAME ONNNNN!" --Oh, please, shut up!<br /><br />...And KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW Guess the Airport Code during weather. KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW VDLC's hair half in front, half in back. KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW VDLC "You GO, grrl!" persona, KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW "guys without ties" segment. KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW framing everyone so close their noses almost leak into my living room. KPIX's dreadful 10 PM CW "trending!" exclamations. The list goes on and on.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-17445592069838529622014-08-27T15:12:17.404-07:002014-08-27T15:12:17.404-07:00Lots of criticism today, Rich. They are right, of ...Lots of criticism today, Rich. They are right, of course. You ARE a bully. You can brand this blog anyway you want and brush off the criticism with smug "zingers," but the truth is, people are wise to you. Enjoy your steak. You're still a putz.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-47759938155291036662014-08-27T15:06:09.075-07:002014-08-27T15:06:09.075-07:00Not surprising that Rich Lieberman imagines eating...Not surprising that Rich Lieberman imagines eating 42 ounces of meat is something others would envy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-73963771833444367222014-08-27T14:51:27.299-07:002014-08-27T14:51:27.299-07:00I guess, everyone, that at the end of the day, thi...I guess, everyone, that at the end of the day, this IS Rich's blog - and 1) he can pretty much say whatever he wants in it, and he's right to invite you nay-sayers not to read it anymore if you don't like it, and 2) isn't kvetching really sort of what a blog is all about? How many of them just ooze with kindness and uncontroversial postings? Just sayin'Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-54999708213280494672014-08-27T14:49:29.473-07:002014-08-27T14:49:29.473-07:00At 9 AM, on Monday, the quake was 29 hours and 40 ...At 9 AM, on Monday, the quake was 29 hours and 40 minutes old. Every station in the area (Radio and TV) had been carrying coverage for about 28 hours ... allowing for lag time getting coverage up and running.<br /><br />The article about Ronn had JUST appeared in the paper, and on SFGATE. Ronn made the right decision about the order of topics. <br /><br />I worked with Ronn for many years, until the mid '90's. I promise you that he did not make that decision based on his ego - which he has never denied he has, in abundance, and jokes about often. My guess is that, given he knew that the article was to be released on Monday morning, he began weighing the best balance for the show immediately after the quake struck.<br /><br />Had he led with discussion of the quake, you'd have been all over him for "ducking a personal issue," "playing coy," ... or any one of a dozen desperate means of criticism.<br /><br />Shame.<br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-47957434567480600812014-08-27T13:57:22.687-07:002014-08-27T13:57:22.687-07:00"Today, I will complain over a juicy 42-ounce..."Today, I will complain over a juicy 42-ounce porterhouse steak and steamed asparagus at Mortons, life's a bitch."<br /><br />Sincerely, Groucho LiebermanRich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-76464024768528432262014-08-27T13:45:14.409-07:002014-08-27T13:45:14.409-07:00I agree with 11:48, 12:26, and 12:40.
You all make...I agree with 11:48, 12:26, and 12:40.<br />You all make cogent points about Rich Lieberman and the content of his blog.<br /> <br />I am amazed that all three of you manage to express so well the exact same things I was thinking while reading Lieberman's postings about Owens and the earthquake over the last several days.<br /><br />He is the grouchy old guy who complains about everything. And if there's really nothing to complain about, he'll complain anyway.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-86631294799638462262014-08-27T12:58:49.333-07:002014-08-27T12:58:49.333-07:00Absolutely ...
No one should be spared including m...Absolutely ...<br />No one should be spared including me.Rich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-89398785127884308282014-08-27T12:57:16.449-07:002014-08-27T12:57:16.449-07:00I most certainly would not want to contribute to y...I most certainly would not want to contribute to your mental faculty being affected to what I say here so I advise to leave here and listen to Rupert Pupkin tapes.<br /><br />Thanks and have a nice day.<br /><br />Sincerely, "Little Man."Rich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-72632386414658001472014-08-27T12:53:55.912-07:002014-08-27T12:53:55.912-07:00Then leave.
Get the hell out.
Bye bye, tripe.
Tr...Then leave.<br />Get the hell out. <br />Bye bye, tripe.<br /><br />Truth is, you can't, ...you're addicted, I know, it's insatiable.<br /><br />Take care and enjoy your Sweetjack coupons.Rich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-90495923648888438452014-08-27T12:40:02.538-07:002014-08-27T12:40:02.538-07:00On Monday, Rich bashes KGO (deservedly) for claimi...On Monday, Rich bashes KGO (deservedly) for claiming to be a news and information station, but being on autopilot when a significant temblor hits during the night. Then on Wednesday, he's bashing them for hiring someone to avoid that problem in the future. <br /><br />On Monday, Rich praises KGO-TV, KPIX, KNTV, KTVU and KRON for their coverage of the quake. By Wednesday, he's pissin' on 'PIX and KTVU, and bitching about KCBS.<br /><br />You know, it's possible Stan Bunger was out of town for the weekend and his two cents wouldn't have added anything to the mix. It's also possible he rebuffed your lunch invitation, so you now have a perpetual hardon about him. And what does Bitker have to do with any of this?<br /><br />And by the way, the second station I heard mention the quake, after KCBS, was KNBR. It seems someone called into the CBS Sports Radio program they were airing in the 3:00 hour and described the quake, so KNBR did have mention of it fairly soon after it occurred. They didn't stick with it, but then they're a sports station airing a *national* sports program off the bird, and KGO should have been covering it from their own studio right down the hall.<br /><br />Rich, you act like your role here is to bash and trash everyone and every station. You've turned into the bridge troll; unless they feed you (food or information), you crap on them. For someone with such poor writing skills (grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.) and sloppiness of thinking, you'd do well to learn from many of these folks instead of instinctually pissing on everyone else. Have you any class?<br /><br />And I agree with the other commenters, it's tacky and classless to dump on Ronn Owens for fessing up about his Parkinson's. Ronn's health issues are neither your business nor mine, and if he chooses now to go public about his health, you have no place criticizing him. It's obvious to anyone who is sentient that he'd already spoken to David Wiegant at the Chronicle, that an article ran on Monday, and the timing of his segment about the Parkinson's was timed to occur right after the article appeared. The quake happened thirty hours earlier, Owens talking about it could wait a few minutes more, and wasn't likely to accomplish anything more.<br /><br />This started out as an interesting place to visit, but you've turned it into a cesspool of negativity. Mazel tov, boychik.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-31733041703977114562014-08-27T12:29:45.051-07:002014-08-27T12:29:45.051-07:00Ronn Owens has more interview skills in his little...Ronn Owens has more interview skills in his little toe than you'd have in a lifetime, second only to Jan Black, his wife. Before I ever worked at KGO, I was interviewed by both, on the same day. I"d done hundreds of radio interviews all over the country at that time. Theirs were by far the best. They both knew how to ask questions no one else anywhere had, and how to listen and how to make the person being interviewed reveal more than planned. This is not easy to do, and I've not heard anyone do it better, ever. Jan did an "appointment" radio show on KCBS, back when they did some talk.Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-12004492258689785802014-08-27T12:27:34.210-07:002014-08-27T12:27:34.210-07:00Isn't Rich already beating Ronnnn with his &qu...Isn't Rich already beating Ronnnn with his "radio show"? Rich's juggernaut will leave nobody spared!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-32585817536804021002014-08-27T12:26:20.801-07:002014-08-27T12:26:20.801-07:00Rich you are truly a petty, hateful, little man. A...Rich you are truly a petty, hateful, little man. As much as I enjoy a lot of the interesting and informative information you deliver on this site, I don't know how much longer I can read some of your post like today. I use to feel some anger toward you, but now I feel nothing but pity. I truly feel sorry for you and how sad you think your life is that you must lash out the way you consistently do. I hope you someday find peace with yourself, then you could possibly find peace with others.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-6396200627857257422014-08-27T12:26:20.315-07:002014-08-27T12:26:20.315-07:00I'm not jealous nor do I "hate" him....I'm not jealous nor do I "hate" him. Never have, never will.<br /><br /><br />And, please, sir/madam: NO, YOU "stop." It's my place --nobody put a gun to your head and said you had to come here. If you're suffering a bad case of vibes then please, do not come here and experience it, it' save you and me.Rich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-63813005325307645692014-08-27T12:20:35.392-07:002014-08-27T12:20:35.392-07:00No, consistent and honest and more importantly, tr...No, consistent and honest and more importantly, transparent, Mr. Anonymous--again, I'll call YOU out: who are YOU?<br /><br />Wait. Never mind.Rich Liebermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174495340920055435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029870750479192711.post-10486194103785631392014-08-27T12:01:11.661-07:002014-08-27T12:01:11.661-07:00I don't care for Liz Cook at all but I have to...I don't care for Liz Cook at all but I have to admit Nightbeat seems to work better with her then VDLC. It seems less forced and her style that I do not think works on the adult news at 11PM seems to be refreshing and natural at 10PM.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com