DAVE: Let’s talk Tales from the Inner Sanctum. I originally had some ideas for exploring the Inner Sanctum in Scare on the Air, but after a discussion with Dr. J decided that it would be better suited to make a new series for it. Plus, we needed a good anthology series. We follow a long … Continue reading The GGR Networks Story: Chapter Four
In the last five years, I have written over three hundred posts on this here blog. Three hundred! And maybe 20 or 30 of them are worthy of being something besides a bunch of 0s and 1s on a website. WIth that in mind, I have taken the initial steps to publish a book which … Continue reading Wentyworld: The Book!
DOC: To say that one of our radio series is my favorite is like a parent having a favorite child. But I must confess, I have a special place in my heart for “Scare On The Air.” DAVE: WENTY! Are you saying Scare is your favorite child?! DOC: I’m trying NOT to say it! But … Continue reading The GGR Networks Story: Chapter Three
DOC: The year is 2010. After starting “Golden Girls Radio”, and launching its spin-off “The Saint Olaf Files”, Dave and I were ready for a new series to add to the roster. As far back as I can remember, I have loved sketch comedy. I remember watching “Carol Burnett”, “SCTV”, “Saturday Night Live” and others. … Continue reading The GGR Networks Story: Chapter Two
DAVE: Greetings, Wentyworld Readers! Dangerous Dave here! Occasional blog supporting character and Golden Girls Radio Network co-founder with Dr. J. DOC: And I’m Dr, J…also a cofounder. Writer, actor, and such. DAVE: 2024 marks the 20th Anniversary of the founding of our little nickel and dime internet radio frolics! Where does the time go?! DOC: … Continue reading The GGR Networks Story: Chapter One
“I am going to curb my enthusiasm for 2023, because 2022 was one of the best years of my life.”-Wenty, 1/1/23 “I was right to curb my enthusiasm.”-Wenty, 12/30/23 Okay, so I think it goes without saying that 2023 has been a real kick in the gonads for your humble blogger. I’ve written enough blogs … Continue reading Wentyworld 2023: The Year In Review
In July of 1998 my Dad and I traveled to Alliance Nebraska, where I would be starting a new job at KCOW. As we approached the city, I heard KCOW for the first time. And the first voice I heard was that of Mike Glesinger. I’ve worked with Gles for 25 years. He’s a coworker, … Continue reading Glesless
It’s my favorite holiday movie. I first saw it on television in the 80’s. Then one Christmas I got a VHS copy. A couple of Christmases later I got a super-fancy deluxe edition with shooting script, soundtrack CD and VHS. At this point, I have purchased this movie in one form of media or another … Continue reading 12 Things I Love About “White Christmas”
In 1998, when I was applying for the position of FM Programming Coordinator at KCOW/Double Q Country, I wrote in my application letter that I could write a 30-second commercial in 30 seconds. This falls under the category of youthful hubris, and/or “Don’t let your mouth write checks your butt can’t cash.” But the truth … Continue reading Twelve Commercials?!!?
Did you ever see the “Simpsons” episode where Mr. Burns goes to the Mayo Clinic for his annual physical? I was sort of reminded of it today as I spent a full day at Anschutz Medical Campus for a kidney transplant evaluation. A kidney transplant–any organ transplant I would guess–is a very complicated procedure and … Continue reading All I Want For Christmas Is A Kidney
