[4][5][9] Ernie Banks hosted a program on the station in the late 1950s. Some of my best work has been done under pressure. Do you work well under pressure? Only sometimes, lol! [38], WXOL aired a blues oriented format, and its appearance on the dial sparked an immediate increase in the sales of blues records in the Chicago area. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing, 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago, Chance, Gloria Estefan, Aziz Ansari, Nas Close Out Obama Summit, Parking Meter Firm To Get Extra $20 Million From City In 2018, Parking Restrictions Near Soldier Field And New Wintrust Arena OK'd, Woman Gives Birth (To Twins!) Owned and operated by Pollack Broadcasting . From when I came out of the army, in 1964, I was introduced to WVON. Licensed to Berwyn, Illinois, WVON has studios in the South Loop,[3] and its transmitter is located at 87th and Kedzie in Chicago's Ashburn community. I dont do well being complacent, so hopefully this will be a great goal to push toward. The Talk of Chicago. The Laurence Holmes Show, Weekdays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Kap & Co. Show, Weekdays 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. It's been playing a critical role since the '60s. But Im more efficient during the day. [48] The move displaced the oldies format of Clear Channel-operated WRLL on 1690. King, Ike Turner, and Bobby Blue Bland. It turned out to be perfect timing. Perhaps there's no better way to understand the value and history of WVON than to hear from the voices that know it best. WVON was one of the greatest (and some will argue THE greatest) big-city black radio stations of the 60's/70's era. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We deliver stories that have been mistold, gone untold, and need to be retold. Watch Now Self-Sufficiency--From the CROE Archives. We will be engaging and probably controversial. [4] Its city of license was later changed to Cicero, Illinois, and it studios and transmitter were moved to Cermak Rd. WBBM 780 AM/105.9 FM Newsradio CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Pat Cassidy, Felicia Middlebrooks, Keith Johnson, Kris Kridel TOP ROW, FROM LEFT: Josh Liss, Nancy Harty, Jeff Joniak BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT: Len. I remember when Harold Washington ran for mayor. It's OK to have a strong black radio station in our country. My father likes to dress a lot, so I would see him being put together at times. We were just the hottest thing in Chicago. The final broadcast of the show was on Friday, April 26, 2013. Check your inbox now to confirm your subscription. I grew up on 'VON. [19] Other similar stations across the country took inspiration from WVON's format. Just absolutely phenomenal. "We had a monthlong debate over the word 'Negro,'" says Melody Spann-Cooper, daughter of Pervis Spann and chairman of Midway Broadcasting Corp., which owns WVON. Everybody fought to get on the air at WVON because we had so many listeners. WVON came into play during the days of the continuing struggle for civil rights. Talent hosted by Samantha Thomas is available on VON.TV and streaming platforms, ROKU, Amazon, and Apple TV. We mixed that in there. Ken DunkinState representative in the 5th District, and frequent WVON guest. 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I'm not so arrogant as to believe that 'VON is a larger portion of it, but I'll tell you this: We are better because we are here. This station is more than a radio station to our legions of listeners. I'm very clear that while 'VON is a radio station, quote unquote, (that's) not what keeps us in business. When brothers Leonard and Phil Chess bought WHFC-AM 1450 in 1963, their goal was to promote Chess Records, renaming the outlet WVON for Voice of the Negro. We are able to survive because it is here. From host Jody Avirgan (30 for 30, FiveThirtyEight, Radiotopia) and the TED Audio Collective, Good Sport is your guide through an array of stadiums, pitches, pools and slopes that shed a light on the ups and downs of being human. (WVON ). Jack Diamond Show. When firefighters arrived, the officers directed them to the room, police said. Many people in the black community knew he was going to win. The Rev. Star & Buc Wild previously hosted the morning show on Philadelphias 100.3 The Beat. The Patty Vasquez Show, WGN-AM, weeknights, 11 p.m. - 2 a.m. The DNAinfo archives brought to you by WNYC.Read the press release here. I produced the show Chicagos Best on WGN-TV. Youre such a fashionista! Moses "Lucky" Cordell, also known as the"Baron of Bounce," was WVON radio station's program and music director in 1965 and went on to become WVON's general manager in 1970. The rise of FM radio in the 1970s, however, reduced WVON's audience and clout, precipitating several changes of ownership and shifts of position on the dial. We go from one extreme to another, and we always meet up in the middle. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries. (DJs who made their name before becoming radio personalities have been excluded, but honorable mentions must go to folks like Steve Harvey, Rickey Smiley and Yolanda Adams.). And then look at a very young Barack Obama, who cut his teeth and grew his brand at this station as a community activist and as a state senator, and on to (being) a U.S. senator, and look at him now. I love all types of music. Follow her on social media @DanieSandersOfficial. I love it here, and I love being from here! Samantha Thomas: Samantha Thomas is a Chicago native who loves culture, creativity, gathering knowledge, and great laughs on occasion. Here we were, a big radio station, and we couldn't combat FM. [48] The WRLL call letters were assigned to Midway's half of the time-share on 1450 at Cicero, Illinois. Greene got an unusual start to his broadcasting career when he began DJing for the Virginia prison in which he was serving a five-year sentence for armed robbery. On September 18, 2006, the station got another signal upgrade when WVON's call letters and programming moved to 1690 AM broadcasting with 10,000 watts during the day. Oprah! He later purchased WVON in the late 1970s. I would practice with an audience of my dolls, and I would strike up conversations with people when I got the chance. Sometimes people turned it on to hear the music, but along the way they got the message. But we've had wonderful partners who have weathered the (economic) storm with us, who have been very patient, very understanding, very cooperative our banking partners. You've got to remember something: I experienced our largest growth right before the world collapsed (economically). And two important guests I remember listening to were Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King. The fire began in Pat Cordell's bedroom, according to her sister, Pamela Brown. [13][14] 97.9 WEHS's call sign was changed to WHFC, and simulcast WVON's programming until 1965, when 97.9 adopted a jazz format as WSDM. Tom Joyner | Source: Getty Images / Getty. We broke most of the R&B records for the country at WVON. 199 talking about this. Part cohost and part cosigner, Quivers has maintained a precarious and controversial role as a foil for Sterns arguably racist rants: Does her presence give Stern a pass, or does she keep him in check? And I remember WLS and WCFL calling us, and they were saying: "Who the hell are you guys?" At Roosevelt 'L' Station, Obama Closes Inaugural Summit As Inspirer-In-Chief, Common, Lin-Manuel Miranda Close Obama Summit With Epic Freestyle [VIDEO], 62-Foot Norway Spruce To Become City Christmas Tree At Millennium Park, Wild Costume Art Returns To Beverly Arts Center Stage With 'Wandering Bird', 82 Percent Jump In Police Accountability Budget Not Enough, Alds. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor. No evidence has been shared. And I keep a cute and safe standard face mask handy. Throughout the 1960s, many listeners on the south and west sides of Chicago wholeheartedly agreed with Cordell's sentiments towards the local radio station WVON 1450AM, "The Voice of the Have you always been comfortable talking to people? The Chicago native and cultural enthusiast started her media career as a director, and television news producer for several local news markets across the U.S., including Missouri (CBS), Las Vegas (ABC, FOX and CBS), and Chicago (CBS and WGN). The Wake Up Show eventually became internationally syndicated, reaching more than 20 different markets in five countries. Mr. Magic brought the first rap show to commercial radio on New Yorks WBLS. Red Alert fostered the careers of acts such as KRS-One and Boogie Down Productions, Jungle Brothers, Queen Latifah and A Tribe Called Quest. How do you want to improve yourself in the next year? Known as one of the original shock-jocks, Greene was a trailblazer of talk radio; and his influence was such that he has been credited with quashing the riots in Washington, D.C. in the wake of Martin Luther King Jr.s assassination. Jack has also interviewed a Whos Who in sports, including virtually every major name in every major sport, and in many instances, participated in the Washington sports teams, community and charity outreaches. I tell people 'VON today is an acquired listenership. She is currently the host of Samantha Talks which airs weeknights from 6 pm-9 pm on WVON. Copyright 2023. Jesse Jackson called into the station to report the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.[13], After Leonard Chess died in 1969, the Chess family decided to sell WVON to Globetrotter Communications, owned by George N. Gillett Jr. and Potter Palmer for $9 million. And we all went through it. Leonard (Chess) was a genius. But I think, overall, it has given the black community an opportunity to have our own voice, our own analysis of issues, from our own unique perspective, given the dynamics of the American society. Youre responsible for you, so I keep that in mind daily. After starting as a DJat WGES in Chicago in 1952, Cordell moved to WGRY in Gary before working at WVON in Chicago. Their new series, Talent is a six-part video series featuring live entertainment and conversations with Chicago music artists hosted by Samantha Thomas. All Rights Reserved. In fact, the first time Joe Theismann was back on the field at RFK stadium after suffering his career ending injury, was when he and Jack played catch, one morning on the Jack Diamond Morning Show. WVON's origins date back to 1963, when the radio station's owner Chess Records began programming soul, and rhythm and blues music. The feeling you get when you look a teammate in the eye. [49] In late 2018, its studios were moved to the South Loop. All Rights Reserved. Russ Parr began his career as a stand-up comedian in California and got his start in radio on Los Angeless famed KDAY. I, however, never thought about going into radio. Rufus Thomas was the preeminent DJ of Memphis WDIA, the nations first radio station with an all-Black air staff. A nationally renowned pioneer blending hip-hop, radio and community activism, David Cook moved from the Bronx to the Bay Area shortly after the dawn of the hip-hop era. WVON created a legendary group of radio personalities known as . If it was when President Barack Obama was elected the first time. Samantha Thomas is an Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Entertainment/Lifestyle Correspondent, and currently a Radio/Social Media Personality on WVON 1690 AM. And for a young person just coming out of the Army and returning to school and the civil rights movement was at a fever pitch I used to listen to "Hot Line," which was hosted by Wesley South. Chicago has WVON, ATL has WAOK!!! Jack has been career long friends with Mike Love of the Beach Boys, and has performed with a Beach Boys on many occasions, including at Wolf Trap. A Chicago native and Cultural Enthusiast at heart, Samantha started her Media career as a Director and Television News Producer for several local news markets across the U.S., including Missouri (CBS), Las Vegas (ABC, FOX, and CBS), and Chicago (CBS) & (WGN). Our story began in 1963, with the debut of radio station WVON-The Voice of the Negro. Also on The Matt Bubala Show on WGN Radio, Saturdays 2 a.m. - 5 a.m. Fred and Angiin the Morning, Weekdays 5 a.m. - 10 a.m. Christopher "Brotha'Fred" Frederick,Angi Taylor. And they were saying how we should stop the riots. THE LOOP You know their voices, but how about their faces? Yes, my work ethic has been tested. In the mid-1980s Parr also recorded with his band Bobby Jimmy and The Critters. In 1996, he became the second African American giant of syndication when his Russ Parr Morning Show on Radio Ones WKYS-FM became the base of operations for a network that eventually reached more than 3 million listeners daily on over 40 radio stations. It meant everything: a way to air your views. Jesse Jackson called the station to report King's assassination. It's the movement. I can always think of things that I could have done differently. No one escaped this. That evening, firefighters pulled him and his 60-year-old daughter out of their home in the 7300 block of South Euclid Avenue, officials said. She was given medication for the next several months, but on June 20,. Who has that depth and breadth? I really like to read, and just chill especially when I have the time. It's the station they get their information from. He was a disc jockey on WVON and was influential in the development of blues music in Chicago, Illinois. Samantha Thomas is an Emmy winning journalist, entertainment/lifestyle correspondent and radio/social personality. [24][25] The sale was consummated in 1970. Season three, Never Seen Again, tells the story of two women, living on opposite sides of the country, who went missing in the summer of 1999. WRLL (1690 AM) was an oldies radio station licensed to Berwyn, Illinois, USA, serving the Chicago market. [42][43] Midway Broadcasting immediately filed a request with the FCC to change WXOL's call sign to WVON, and on March 28, 1984 the WVON call letters returned to their former home at 1450. What makes for a good urban talk station? I think Ive progressed well in my career. Early life . WVON (1690 AM "The Voice of the Nation", originally "Voice of the Negro") is a radio station serving the Chicago market, which airs an African-American-oriented talk format. [50][51] In Summer 2020, Stroger left WVON, along with his co-host Maze Jackson, after being told by station management that they could no longer discuss Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and to disconnect any callers who were critical of her, immediately joining 1570 WBGX in the same time slot.[52][53]. Star & Buc Wild (left) | Source: Getty Images / Getty. I honestly never thought about a career in fashion, but can always be found putting together clothes to wear. Call sign: WVON Frequency: 1690 AM City of license: Berwyn, IL Format: News/Talk Owner: Pollack Broadcasting Area Served: Chicago Sister stations: V103 102.7 FM, 93.9 LITE FM, 103.5 KISS FM Chicago, Inspiration 1390, 107.5 WGCI, Rock 95.5 Contact It's straight, no chaser. Not attending immediately after graduation increased my desire to go away. And it was very inspiring in this short period of time, an hour format, that Mr. South was able to interview two of our giants in the black movement in this country. The station served as a springboard for Barack Obama during the early days of his political career.[2]. I was born and raised in Chicago. From the archives of the Coalition for the Remembrance of Elijah Muhammad, this short documentary . Lindsey started out interning at Howard Universitys WHUR and got his first break filling in for a DJ who couldnt make it in. I still LOVE to wear dresses by the way! Conrad WorrillProfessor at Northeastern Illinois University and former host on WVON. WVON is operated by Midway Broadcasting Corporation via a local marketing agreement with frequency owner iHeartMedia . He always had guests who represented different aspects of what was going on in the black community at that time. With the introduction of social media, how has it enhanced your job? My family is pretty close. Sometimes I don't like your changes. In 2007, the station's studios were moved from their longtime home at 3350 S. Kedzie to the former Soft Sheen Products Building on 87th Street in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood. On February 19, 2002, The HistoryMakers played host to a free public event entitled WVON: The Good Ol Days of 60s Radio. My difficulty has been no more than anybody else's difficulty, considering what this world has gone through in the last five years. Without it, we wouldn't have hardly any voice at all. I knew that I had more experience in television, so I operated in that vision. It can scare people sometimes because it may seem like youre waiting until the last minute. The hosts are not afraid to give an actual opinion on a hard subject matter such as guns, and what we need to do with these knuckleheaded kids who are adding to these atrocities out here. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. I know why people were so upset when Marshall Field's became Macy's. Melody Spann-CooperChairman of Midway Broadcasting Corp., which owns WVON. In 1978 she became the first African American woman rock DJ at WRQX-FM in Washington, D.C. It's the tool that we use to deliver our special brand of enrichment and empowerment to this community. [10] WHFC's programming was simulcast on 97.9 WEHS after WEHS's storecasting contract expired in the 1950s. Say. Needless to say, Im creative all day! One of my favorite books is: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, My favorite quote/affirmation/scripture is: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV, If you can dream it, you can do it. Walt Disney, She must be a lesbianno mention of a man at all in her life, Your email address will not be published. Sometimes I don't like your hosts. FM had this great sound: stereo. And I tell my sales staff, "We're not counting the people we reach, we're reaching the people that really count. Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. [28] WVON reduced its news and community programming beginning in 1974, but continued to air a weekly broadcast by Jesse Jackson. I would watch my mother, grandmother and aunts get dressed all the time when they would go out, or just on a regular basis. People keep asking me, "What will the next 50 years look like?" [48] This happened when Midway Broadcasting took over management of the station using an LMA (like a lease agreement) on the frequency licensed to Berwyn, Illinois and owned by Clear Channel Communications (now known as iHeartMedia). And it grew up with 'VON. We asked for cooler heads. If I had a superpower it would probably be telepathy. We were given credit for putting a lid on that. Thomas also hosted amateur talent shows on Memphis famed Beale Street, premiering young talents like B.B. I have a never-ending creative mind, but Ive found that Im most creative in the evening. A few years later, Magic took his Rap Attack to commercial station WBLS and fostered the careers of producer Marley Marl, and artists like Biz Markie and Big Daddy Kane. It was owned and operated by Clear Channel Communications. Beale, Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well, Three Dots And A Dash Debuts New Drinks For Fall, Including Pumpkin Spice, Ald. They didn't know we were all black. Cliff's interview covers critical issues that impact the African American community. Thanks for listening to 94.7 The Drive! It knows its audience. The Roe Conn Show With Anna Davlantes, Weekdays 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. We had to get it done, and get it done efficiently fast. And you'll see that blacks are not a monolith in our opinions. Currently, Samantha is an on-air personality at WVON 1690AM/i HeartRadio, Chicagos oldest African Amercan-owned news talk radio station. What has been your proudest achievement? E. Rodney Jones, air personality in Chicago in the 1960s on WVON-AM. When Harold Washington was elected (mayor). During the 1980s, Daniels worked Chicago morning shows on WVON, WGCI and eventually on "Smooth Jazz WNUA." During her 30-year career, Daniels is credited with paving the way for future generations of female radio personalities. You will have some strong feedback supporting or in opposition. Producing on that show was my break from producing tv news, and an introduction to the restaurant scene. Mary J. Blige. Who did you inherit your style from? All Rights Reserved. . FROM LEFT:Producer Gabe (Gabe Ramirez),ShowbizShelley (Michelle Menaker) andJ-Niice(Jamar McNeil). Who is your favorite artist and why? R&B is a top favorite. WVON 1690 AM is a radio station licensed to Berwyn, Illinois, serving the greater Chicago area, which airs an African-American-oriented talk format. Not only did we play good R&B music, and a lot of white pop music too. Social media is the wave. What kind of music do you like? Jack Diamond hosted the Jack Diamond Morning Show in Washington, DC for ABC radio for 30 years! Thats what he lives for., Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. But the elections have been criticized over logistical failings and violence that suppressed the vote. It's a very learned audience. There are very few stations that can say they have chronicled the progress of black people in this country from the '60s to now. Once that job ended for me, I knew I had to be creative and innovative. [13] Roland Martin hosted a program on WVON from October 2005 to October 2008.[45][46][47]. There's not many places that an urban talk station can survive. DJ Red Alert | Source: Nicholas Rhodes / Getty. I like coming back. Have you progressed in your career as you have expected? "WVON celebrates 50th birthday with celebs, pols". Clothes are just an outward expression of my classy, comfy and cool personality. What will the next 50 years of black America look like? Like our content? Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Chuck Leonard, air personality in New York City in 1960-1970s on WWRL, WABC, WXLO, WRKS, WBLS and others. He became the station's program and music director in 1965 and went on to become WVON's general manager in 1970. One of the big things we did, we gave away Christmas baskets. Mon - Fri: 06:00 AM - 10:00 AM. The Cliff Kelley Show, Weekdays 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Terri Hemmert,Weekdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lin Brehmer,Weekdays 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. She is the first black woman in Chicago to hold this distinction. And it went right to Marmions Collin Wainscott. In 2014, she started the initial concept of her web series, SmallTALK With Samantha. When I arrived at Lincoln University of Missouri in Fall of 2000, I majored in computer information systems. Stroger, the former Cook County Board president, joined him as co-host in 2019. (It was) very, very, very important; because all of (the hosts) had names that were well-known, there was a great listening audience. Deeb, Gary. Jack has appeared on national television many times, including a speaking role on the George Lopez Show. Melody Spann-Cooper. TheMason, Remy and Alabama Show, Weekdays 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. Big John and Ray, weekdays, 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. Officers also tried to rescue the Cordells but could not make it into the room where they were trapped because ofthe heat, authorities said. Race riots, racism, food stamps, poverty, civil rights from a black point of view, which we never had before. What time of day are you most creative? It launched officially in 2015 with a series of episodes highlighting Chicago influencers and Chicago dining. The music was an inspiration. 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