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Belichick is heading to Ireland...the 2026 College Football Playoff schedule is set...the Browns may trade out of the #2 overall pick. Our guests: Lindsay Patterson of WKRQ in Cincinnati...and Tim May of Lettermen Row
We discussed the Buckeyes win over Evansville, the Cavaliers loss in Boston and Ohio State football's loss of Seth McLaughlin to injury. Our guests: Lindsay Davenport, who covers the Bengals for WKRQ radio in Cincinnati...Jeff Risdon of LionsWire...and Blue Jackets Forward Mathieu Olivier
Tito sat in for Beamer. We talked MLB playoffs...Mike Hall's suspension...Gonzaga moving to the Pac-12...and a proposal that would rock the college football world. Our guests: Lindsay Patterson of WKRQ in Cincinnati...and Jensen Lewis of Bally Sports in Cleveland
EPISODE SUMMARY: Johnjay Van Es is a radio host who alongside his partner Rich airs his show on over 20 stations across the country. He is also devoted to the community helping children in foster care and rescue animals through the LoveUp and LovePup foundations. He shares his journey from being a passionate radio enthusiast to becoming a successful radio host. On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Johnjay Van Es about:Growing up in Arizona and Mexico and his early passion for radioHis love for improv and comedy, and joining the Groundlings in L.A.Challenges he's faced in the workplace and how he manages creative control of the showHow his show took off following a shoutout from Rod StewartForming a strong partnership with cohost, Rich, and how they worked through conflictsHow taking risks and following passion can lead to unexpected opportunitiesHis unique morning routine that involves a trampolineUnforgettable on-air moments from his careerHis involvement in the Love Up and Love Pup foundations And more!And more!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: As a child, Johnjay Van Es always dreamed of being on the radio. He applied for an internship at 91X in San Diego in 1990 and eventually started working in sales for a number of radio stations, but he never let go of his lifelong dream to be on the air.It wasn't until 1996, after training with the LA-based improv troupe The Groundlings that he would get his first on-air job hosting a morning show on WKRQ in Cincinnati. After just three months on the air, he won the “Best of Cincinnati” award. After years of dominating the market in Cincinnati, Johnjay moved on to Houston, Texas and made his mark in the Country format.A chance meeting in New Orleans found Rich teaming up with Johnjay. The beginning of The Johnjay and Rich era began in 2001 with their first show airing on KRQQ in Tucson. In 2006, the program moved to KISS-FM in Phoenix, Ariz., and was syndicated in select markets nationwide.In 2014, the program joined Premiere Networks lineup of nationally syndicated programs. Airing Monday through Friday from 5 to 10 a.m. MT, The Johnjay & Rich Show is a non-stop blend of pop culture, news and events, welcoming a wide range of music artists, news makers and celebrities. Joined on-air by Kyle and Suzette, the show is a special brand of “reality radio,” in which listeners become an engaged and integral part of the program by interacting with the crew via all forms of social media -Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Facebook, email and text messaging.The Johnjay & Rich Show is also available on iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia's free all-in-one streaming music and live radio service, and www.johnjayandrich.com.In addition to hosting their daily radio program, Johnjay and Rich remain steadfastly connected to the community via the Johnjay and Rich #LoveUp Foundation, a non-profit organization that strives to improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable children in our communities, with a primary focus on children living in the foster care system. The foundation's annual Christmas Wish program provides thousands of dollars' worth of gifts to deserving families in need during the holiday season. Johnjay and Rich also raised funds for #LoveUp's sister foundation, #LovePup, by hosting adoption and fundraising events. To date, more than 500 rescue dogs have found forever homes through #LovePup's ongoing efforts.In addition to serving children and pets, the radio hosts raise thousands of dollars for other worthy causes including disaster relief efforts nationwide.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED:Rich BerraTracy JohnsonJeff and JerLaura KaneLittle TommyMike HalloranKurt WarnerBrenda WarnerBrian DouglasScott ShannonScott FisherTim RussertTony RobbinsFred LewisSteve SmithJohn PeakMark CostaJimmy SteeleSmokey RiversWoodyBill ClaprothMike MarinoTommy KramerDennis ClarkBob PittmanRich BreslerElijah WarnerLarry FitzgeraldJordan SparksBruce WaltonFred LewisSteve SmithKimberly HuntJim BryantVon FreemanSteve WestOzLarry FitzgeraldABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world-class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America's Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles, New York, London and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Daily Dees Show, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now, AudioLogger, Audio Architecture, Radio Merch Shop, The Rooster Show Prep, AmeriCountry, and Benztown Swag Bank. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: The Making of: A National Geographic Podcast, Run It Again, Hot Chicken and Cage-Free Conversation with Byron Kennedy, and Edelman Financial Engines' Everyday Wealth.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: instagram.com/benztownradio Enjoyed this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody? Let us know by leaving a review!
We talked about Jim Harbaugh's departure to the NFL and played Episode #52 of Duel at Dawn. Our guests: Lindsay Patterson of WKRQ in Cincinnati...Tony Gerdeman of Buckeye Huddle...Jeff Risdon from LionsWire...and Albert Breer of the MMQB
Good Morning and E News: Stranger Things are making big bucks!
E News: Steven Spielberg has never been stoned, Laughing in movies, Lizzo, and John Matarese...
Second Date Update: Now that's a song!
News That Didn't Make the News: 10 things Boomers hate that we hate too and Fake or For Real
E News: Damar Hamlin is awake, Prince Harry had his what frozen?, Tom Hanks, and "80 for Brady!"
Mom and Pop Spot: Pinnacle Exterminators...
Second Date Update: Why so insecure?
Brian Douglas stop by!!! Q102 Legend Brian Douglas is here to tell us what he's been up to...
Good Morning and E News: Taylor Swift's cat is worth how much???
Second Date Update: I'm gonna make you pregnant...
News That Didn't Make the News: Do you sleep with a stuffed animal?, When do you put away your Christmas stuff? and Are you secret dieting?
E News: Prince William and Prince Harry got into it, A romance write has returned from the dead, Kelly Osbourne had a baby, Bryan Cranston is back in the Super Bowl, and Fake or For Real...
Good Morning and E News: An update on Damar Hanlin...
1K Letter of the Day and What should we normalize for 2023?
Second Date Update: You're a mean one... Mr. Grinch!
E News continued and News That Didn't Make the News: Jury Duty...
E News continued and 1K Letter of the Day...
Fox 19 Sports Director Joe Dannemann and News That Didn't Make the News...
Good Morning and We catch up on what happened with Damar Hamlin on Monday Night Football...
Second Date Update: You're afraid of who???
E News: Prince William and Prince Harry a a no go, Avatar is coming this weekend, and Fake or For Real...
Good Morning and E News: tWitch from passed away...
News That Didn't Make the News: What do women do that baffle men? and 1K Letter of the Day...
Second Date Update: Remember the movie "Mannequin? "
Second Date Update: It's a twofer!
Good Morning and E News: Elon Musk is not the World's Richest Man!
E News: Dana Carvey and David Spade, Tom Cruise, Ellen Pompeo on leaving "Grey's Anatomy," and Fake or For Real...
News That Didn't Make the News: Most stressful jobs, Who's on the nice list?, Are you going to be good in a snow fight? and 1K Letter of the Day...
Fake or For Real and News That Didn't Make the News: How much will the 12 days of Christmas cost? and Nutcrackers.
1K Letter of the Day and Jeff's TV Guy!
E News: The Golden Globe snubs, Jennifer Coolidge is the best, Elon Musk, and "GMA" hosts are still a no go.
Second Date Update: Catfishing... Yep.
Good Morning and E News: Avatar 2!
E News: Is "Die Hard" a Christmas movie, Jason Momoa is going to be??? Taylor Swift a movie? and Fake or For Real...
News That Didn't Make the News: "Experiences" are the go to gift, Doritos haircut, and John Matarese: Smaller tax refund.
Second Date Update: What are you doing?? Hello! I'm over here!
E News: The People's Choice Awards were last night, Joe Rogan talks steroids, Matthew Perry, and Who will take over for Trevor Noah?
News That Didn't Make the News: Top TikToK trends and Holiday injuries.
Second Date Update: I'm in charge... NO! I'm in charge!
Fake or For Real and 1K Letter of the Day...
E News: Kirstie Alley died, Lady Gaga's dog walker was sentenced, and News That Didn't Make the News: Leg Lamp Beers!
Second Date Update Update Week: It's a free meal kind of date...
Good Morning and E News: Kylie Jenner and Travis didn't take the same plane...
E News: Keke Palmer is pregnant, Bob from "Sesame Street" died, Axl Rose is not throwing microphones, and News That Didn't Make the News: John Matarese...
Second Date Update Update: Toenails... PUKE!