Larry Dowdy Mic Side

In this episode, a special thank you for being faithful podcast listeners to Mic Side.

You may remember Steve Mason, the sportscaster. Today, he's leaving his mark on the world with his team at Red Velocity, Inc in Roanoke. In this episode, Steve walks us through his amazing career and shares some incredible stories.

In this episode, Joe Dashiell, WDBJ 7 Senior Reporter, talks about his more than four decades in the Star City. Joe D discusses his early radio days, going from W&L to WDBJ 7 and the start of his news career. Plus, Virginia politics and the future for News and will Artificial Intelligence play a part going forward.

In episode 68, former News Reporter and Anchor Jeff Taylor talks about his move from radio to TV. His favorite stories and his love for news today. Jeff shares some wonderful stories of Channel 13's recent 70th Anniversary. Also, the importance of Appomattox in history and why Christmas is so important to him today.

Local author Craig Daliessio talks about his seventh book “An Orphan in the House of God.” Craig lives in Lynchburg today. In the podcast, he discusses all of his books and what makes this new book different from the others. Plus, he explains how he came to understand God's love in this latest release.

Justin Ditmore is the guest in Episode 66 of Larry Dowdy Mic Side. He discusses his love for sports, starting his career, his favorite sport and his fight against Covid and surviving the scare of a lifetime for 138 days.

Bill Trifiro is a familiar radio voice and that voice is getting stronger across Southwest and Central Virginia. Bill discusses news as telling a story. His start in Georgia and his work in other radio markets. Also, journalists today and Virginia News One in 2023. You can hear news with Bill Trifiro in Covington, Greenbrier Valley, WPSK and WRAD in the New River Valley, a station in Gretna, Roanoke, any of the Virginia Talk Radio Network stations and hopefully soon in Charlottesville.

Elvis would have turned 88 on January 8. Guest Kenny Shelton talks about Elvis, his love for Roanoke and his career. There was a book in 1977 entitled “Elvis in Roanoke” by Guy Sterling and Wayne Deel through Leisure Publishing. We share some of the information in this phenomenal book of Star City memories of The King.

Terry “Motor Mouth” Young was a radio favorite in the Star City in the 70s. Today, he calls himself a “radio gypsy.” Terry has had an incredible career and talks radio today vs. his own station WTYT.Fun

Rich Minor moved from waking up the Star City to 98Q in Danbury, CT.. We'll discuss his radio career, juggling family and career, his love for TV Game Shows and the future of radio.

Music blogger David Woodson discusses the Incredible Women of Music. We talk about Carole King, Aretha Franklin, Carly Simon, Heart, Taylor Swift and others. Plus, the best kept secret in music today, Sara Niemietz and her “Superman” release.

You may know the song “At This Moment” from Billy Vera and the Beaters. In this episode, the incredible Billy Vera discusses career, the backstory to “At This Moment” and his new song with Larry Chance called “Stand By Me” and the many songs he's written.

There is more to Kevin Myatt than just his online Weather Journal. In this episode he discusses how he became interested in newspaper, how his love for weather began and the future of his weather column.

Amy Morris has been a familiar name for TV in Roanoke/Lynchburg. She's spent time in radio as well. In this episode, Amy and I talk news and how's it's changed, along with her career moves. It's an enjoyable mid-afternoon chat before the evening newscasts roll out for the day.

Dave Ross has been a familiar sports voice in the area since the 70s. In this episode, Dave talks about his career, the sporting events he's covered and to totally throw you a curve, what he'd do if it wasn't sports.

We continue with “where are they now” by connecting with Linda Silver. She started in Christiansburg, VA, then Roanoke and from there, her career took off, taking her to Z100 in New York. Today, she manages the Total Traffic Network at iHeartMedia in Charlotte.

What is former WDBJ 7 meteorologist Patrick Evans doing these days? He spent a decade in the Star City and he's busier than ever. Plus, he shares some wonderful memories from TV and radio in the valley.

On the radio, Kenny Shelton was always my “go to” guy when it came to Elvis. In this episode, we discuss the new Baz Luhrmann movie, the soundtrack and other Elvis movies. Plus, where to find Kenny Shelton and wife Judy, Saturday mornings, offering help with your home.

In episode 53, Beatle fan Sammy Oakey discusses Paul McCartney turning 80, his music, the “Got Back” tour and where to start collecting Beatles music.

If your morning started with Brett and Boomer on 94.9 Star Country, you're going to love this episode. Boomer talks career, what it was like on the morning show and what's next since he calls Charlottesville home today.

In this episode, Zack Jackson discusses a 20 year stop in the Star City that was only suppose to be 3 years. Also, doing radio today and “What's Next” for the early riser of K92.

Imagine going from law enforcement to the Travel business? That's the story of Steve Arthur of Travellovers. In this episode, we discuss how Covid affected the travel industry. Also, are we on the rebound today and the advantages of using a travel advisor. Get ready to pack your bags.

This episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side features music blogger David Woodson. He discusses his radio days, what made him start a music blog and what could be the “best kept secret” in music today, it's artist Sara Niemietz.

In episode 48, Mike Burnop is about to move into his 40th year as network analyst with the Hokies. We'll talk about his football years, plus covering both football and basketball, as well as the year Bear Bryant came to Blacksburg and plenty more.

This time around with “Where Are They Now”, radio personality Barry Michaels is celebrating 50 years behind the microphone and still going strong. He talks career, his special ride, and shares five decades of talent. Plus, he has a website: www.thebarrymichaels.com.

From morning radio personality to authoring his first book Embrace The Boom. Bill Jordan discusses the introduction by Duke Coach Mike Krzyzewski and how to empower, encourage and inspire through 15 practices.

Robin Reed is certainly a household name. In this episode of Mic Side, Robin discusses how he ended up at WDBJ 7. What has changed in his 40 years at the station. Plus, by teaching at the School of Communication at Va. Tech, some of the questions that are being asked today. It's a fun podcast.

In this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side, Lindsey Ward talks about her 14 years at WSLS 10. Also, her favorite story, her message to viewers and what her next chapter involves.

Waynette Anderson is a true Roanoker. She's a visionary, portraying a true passion for the Star City through events like Roanoke Wing Fest, Dr. Pepper Park and other projects. But what is her drive as she keeps adding more things to her plate? You'll get to know Waynette in this podcast.

Jay Warren spent 15 years in the Star City at WSLS 10. He knew and loved politics. Jay even spent time teaching at Va. Tech and Hollins University. We catch up with Jay in Arlington, Texas for this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side.

You may recognize the names Monty Foster and Sally Sevareid from K92 in Roanoke. Today, they host the Mo and Sally Radio Show in West Palm Beach, Florida at Kool 105.5. Mo and Sally talk about their days in the Star City and how their show has changed over the years.

We continue with “Where Are They Now” as Sean Sublette - now Richmond Times Dispatch meteorologist - explains weather communications, the snow incident on I-95 on Jan 3, saving energy and more.

The Larry Dowdy Mic Side podcast continues with “Where Are They Now” as we sit down with Keith Humphry. We watched him on WDBJ 7 as the 6P anchor for 30 years. How did he end up in Roanoke? We'll talk about some of the talent he shared screen time with, favorite news stories and who he would like to interview today if given the opportunity.

In this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side, we continue with “Where Are They Now” as former Star City radio personality Slam Duncan discusses his successful Bikes or Bust promotion from the 90s, where he is today and Slam shares some incredible stories including one of his favorite interviews with Vince Gill.

In this installment of “Where Are They Now” we spend time with Robynn Jaymes of B-99.9. We talk radio, music, her career setback and comeback and why Chris Stapleton's “Starting Over” means so much to her.

We continue with “where are they now” on Mic Side. Jennifer Wishon went from Roanoke to Richmond and then Washington D.C.. She discusses her time at WDBJ 7, what it's like being a White House correspondent, the Virginia Governor's race and stories she's most proud of over the years.

Political analyst, Dr. Bob Denton discusses the upcoming race for Governor in Virginia. Also, the roll of social media and politics in the future and why redistricting.

In this episode of Mic Side, Dwayne Yancey discusses the need for CardinalNews.org as Virginia journalism moves forward. You'll learn why the need for Cardinal.

In this episode of Mic Side, Mighty John Marshall - the record guy - talks about the value of vinyl records and picture sleeves. Plus, what increases the value of vinyl? And who is more valuable Elvis or The Beatles?

In this episode, Carey Harveycutter talks about his early Salem Civic Center days - dating back to high school - and shares stories of some of the prominent names that played in Salem.

Jeff Brown, coauthor of the book “Read To Lead” talks about the importance of a reading plan, books that interest you, reading and your career, plus how to create a lifetime reading habit. It's a page turner. All that and more in this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side.

You may recognize this name as one half of the 96.3 ROV Chainsaw Circus, but where is Sam Giles today? We'll catch up Sam in this episode of Mic Side.

In Episode 29 of Mic Side, Taylor Rodriguez of Lynchburg, Va. discusses why Elvis is still popular today and being named Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist in 2019 by Elvis Presley Enterprises.

As we continue on Mic Side with Where Are They Now, former WDBJ 7 anchor and health reporter Joy Sutton talks about her career as a media coach, podcaster, TV talk show host and her mission to help women shine.

This time around on Larry Dowdy Mic Side, we continue with the series Where Are They Now. Melanie Moon has spent a lot of time in front of the camera, but wait until you hear where she is today.

In this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side, Political Analyst Dr. Bob Denton discusses what to expect from Generation Z, why journalism is in trouble, the race for Governor in Virginia and his new book “The 2020 Presidential Campaign, A Communications Perspective” out July 15, 2021.

His art work is known all over Roanoke and the world. In this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side, artist Eric Fitzpatrick explains how a piece begins and winds up on canvas.

This time around on Mic Side, we continue with “Where Are They Now” and Vince Miller from 1240 WROV and K92. Today, Vince Wilkes has moved on from radio and photography.

In this episode of Larry Dowdy Mic Side, we continue with “Where Are They Now,” spending time with Mike Stevens Hanger. Also, why the Carver Project is so important to him and how would you do with the grandmother or mother test?

In this installment of “Where Are They Now” you may have listened to Don O’Shea on the radio. That was his radio name, but I know him as Eddie Amos and he’s a true mover and a shaker today…but NOT in radio.

In this episode, of Where Are They Now, Mic Side spends time with Cat Thomas. From his K92 days, he has built an impressive career and you’ll find out his connection to Vegas.