It is with sadness I've come to tell the good folks on Delmarva that today I quit my part time position at 92.7fm WGMD.
When I joined WGMD in June, it was a trial run for both of us. Me, a once "shock jock", and them, a "Christian/Conservative" radio station.
Somewhere in the middle things started to jell, and I had big time fun, like I hadn't had in years.
My often quoted CBS Radio Non Compete contract is now less than one year from being worthless paper. Now is the time to decide the next step in my broadcasting career, because next October is closer than I ever imagined.
I had hoped to cement a full time position at WGMD and eventually offer my show via syndication in a year.
Turns out I have a lot of options open to me. I told the folks at WGMD three weeks ago that everything was coming to a head, and I'd either have to make the jump into joining them full time or get ready to move on.
I got my answer today. Upper management at WGMD is still undecided if I'm the right fit, and I am in a position where I can't wait.
So it was with great regret today I resigned my 9-12noon show. I have met some incredible people on and off the air through WGMD, and think that program director/morning zoo host Dan Gaffney is one of the brightest talents left in our industry.
No doubt I became a better, more well rounded broadcaster working this Summer at WGMD. I will always think fondly of the special bond I have with the good people of the Eastern Shore of Maryland and the lower shore of Delaware. I was forced to work in a different style and radio format, and learned more than I thought I could.
I know when I get back on the radio I'll be available on the internet, and hopefully on a station in Ocean City as well.
I am sad it didn't work out at WGMD, but still think it's a one of a kind gem of a radio station. And I'll always be a fan.
Thanks again to everyone who listened, called, emailed, and supported my show. And to those who listened before.
I'm ready to re-enter the Matrix of radio.
Thanks, WGMD, and Delmarva!
Now I've got to pick a slimy, cowardly agent.
That's like picking out the turd that stinks the least!
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October 12, 2009