guyman1966 Posted October 29 Report Share Posted October 29 Before I get started, the purpose of this memo is to provide you with constructive comments on your performance on WQAM. This is not a personal attack and it in no way is intended to insult you. I have thought about calling you on the air with these observations, but I realize that I’d be bumped off in seconds because my comments will not be to your liking. THE MORNING SHOWHosting a morning show is no easy task. It’s very different from calling a game. Your manner is sometimes a bit overbearing. When you call a game you should be loud and authoritative on reporting what you are seeing. In the morning, know one likes turning the radio on first thing and hearing some guy yelling just to yell (and usually yelling about nothing). (TIP #1) Hosting a morning show requires a more conversational tone and attitude. There have been many times when you have stated your opinion as fact. Your expert opinion is still just an opinion. Learn to come across more like a person debating sports, not like you are the ultimate authority.At times you have had some excellent national and local guests. Treat them with respect and do your homework. On more than one occasion you have asked a question and then YOU told them the answer BEFORE they had the chance to respond. Sometimes they disagree with you. Other times you can hear the frustration in their voices even if they agree with you. (TIP #2) When you ask a question to an expert/player/co-host, let them answer.The interview with Cris Carter is an excellent textbook example of how NOT to interview someone. Listen back to it. When you asked him if he’ll “get in Jay’s face”, I thought he was going to hang up on you. (TIP #3) Refer to Tip #1 & #2 and do your homework.Let your co-host shine. One time you cut off Steve in mid sentence and said, “lets talk about that later… we’ll take some calls now.” That indicates that in your mind Steve is less important. The truth is that we like him. Steve is knowledgeable and he is a major part of the show. The only reason most of us still tune in is because he is there helping you. (TIP #4) When working with others on the air, especially if they are already known and liked by the audience, be respectful. Just because your name is on the show does not give you the right to think you are the only star. Would Seinfield have been a hit without George, Elaine and Kramer? Recently you have improved in this area. Keep it up!DOLPHIN GAMESYou are not very funny. At times you try to insert jokes (both in the Morning Show and in the games) or comments that just don’t work. (TIP #5) Be a straight man. Leave the humor or “color comments” to the guys that are there to make them.(TIP #6) Think like a Dolphin fan! When the game against the Jets ended and you were rapping up from the locker room with Mad Dog, your last question to him was “where does Coach Edwards go from here?” Mad Dog responded that he did not care. “I’m just enjoying this win. Today belongs to the Dolphins” or something like that. Why would we care about the Jets or their coaching staff?Again, these comments were not intended to be harmful. Also, the are not just mine. Many fans feel the same. Just walk around the tailgate parties and listen to what people are saying. I just wanted to share a few of my observations with you. But, most people are not as kind as me. Overall you come across the radio as a smug, full-of-your-self guy. I would bet that you are none of those things. Help us see that we are wrong about you.Sincerely,Michael XXXXXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lolahotass Posted October 29 Report Share Posted October 29 I've been meaning to tune into this morning show for sometime...... but I'm stuck on Zeta... :laugh: This guy sounds like a real piece of shit eh? I hate it when the morning host has terrible interview skills. It's soooo annoying.Good Memo GM66:D Lola:tongue: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyman1966 Posted October 29 Author Report Share Posted October 29 Thanks Lola! I figured that since you are the new MOD, I’d give you my best effort.GM66 OUT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lolahotass Posted October 30 Report Share Posted October 30 Hey GM66 - I tried tuning in but I get bad reception in the gym.I'll have to try and tune in after a Fins game, eh?Lola:eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyman1966 Posted November 2 Author Report Share Posted November 2 BumpAm I the only one who can't stand this guy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lolahotass Posted November 2 Report Share Posted November 2 His voice is annoying too........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyman1966 Posted November 21 Author Report Share Posted November 21 BUMP. I still hate this guy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absolutv Posted November 23 Report Share Posted November 23 local sports talk radio in miami has gone down the tubes...cant stand the morning show..fat hank can go drop dead, he thinks he knows it all...mad dog is listenable...ive switched to 940 foxw/ tony bruno jt the brick & rome(sometimes, can get repeptitive) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyman1966 Posted November 23 Author Report Share Posted November 23 Originally posted by absolutv local sports talk radio in miami has gone down the tubes...cant stand the morning show..fat hank can go drop dead, he thinks he knows it all...mad dog is listenable...ive switched to 940 foxw/ tony bruno jt the brick & rome(sometimes, can get repeptitive) I'm with ya 100%! Hank also needs to go, but I never listen to him. I do tune in to listen in the morning for scores and I was stuck listening to Howard David on the radio @ the games. I now leave my radio home. It's too bad, becasue Mad Dog is great for the live games. OH WELL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absolutv Posted November 23 Report Share Posted November 23 the best local guy i thinkis jeff deforest..the has a great sense of humor & comes up w/ great analogies.. too bad hes now on a station thats has a weak signal1400..you'll pick it up then a mile later u lose it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeydny Posted November 24 Report Share Posted November 24 Hes a dick plain and simple I listen to 560am all the time, although Mandich is straight up Dolphin I think hes a great sportscaster. David is just a cocksucker who said earlier in the year that he bleeds Dolphin colors, sure ya do u uncle tom dick............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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