I grew up on the east coast, but have lived in Texas for over 20 years - two different times in Dallas-Fort Worth, a long stretch in Austin, & now here in Tyler-Longview. I married a U.T. Longhorn Nurse & we have 3 daughters who are on their own now but all still live & work in Texas. One followed her mother to the Texas School of Nursing, another’s a grad student in Accounting after going to Texas A&M, & the third went to Texas Tech & is now an Elementary School Teacher. The radio business is the only career I’ve ever had since college. It’s given me the chance to see the country & experience events that most can only imagine. For instance, I’ve had the opportunity to sit down for dinner with music industry stars from all genres: Don Henley, Little Steven Van Zandt, James Taylor, Diana Ross- even Britney Spears! When people ask about my job, I always say it sure beats workin’ for a living! Here are some of my personal “top 3s”: Musicians: The Beatles, Steely Dan, The Eagles Songs: Layla, Stairway To Heaven, What A Fool Believes Concerts: Paul McCartney, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John Movies: The Godfather (all 3), Star Wars (all 8), Dirty Harry (all 5) TV Shows: The Sopranos, 24, Hawaii 5-0 And just for laughs, here 3 things about my life that aren’t common knowledge: 1. We lived at the Jersey Shore during summers when I was a kid, so learning to surf was a must. I started when I was 10 & did it almost year round until I turned 20 & began my radio broadcasting career. 2. Thanks to a scholarship, I played small college football for DePauw University in Greencastle Indiana (offensive lineman & placekicker). John Mellencamp’s long-time guitarist Mike Wanchic was a defensive back on that Tigers team in my freshman year. 3. While working in Dallas radio from 1986-89, I also did television commentary & ring announcing for World Class Championship Wrestling. Kerry Von Erich & Freebird Michael Hayes knew me from doing promotions with 97.1 KEGL, & that Eagle connection opened the pro wrestling door for me.
John Roberts
Adult Softball for One Day to Raise Funds for Youth League in Jefferson
Bring your team or join one there, Saturday March 11th, to help Jefferson Youth Baseball/Softball.
College Scholarships For Future Broadcasters
Know a student who wants a career in the radio or television industry? There's almost $30,000 in scholarship money available, & the time to apply is now!
Win Tickets To See Sinbad’s Stand-Up Comedy
HOT VIPs: sign up for our free seats to Sinbad's upcoming stand-up show on March 10.
Tyler Police Department Honors More Than 50 of 2016’s Best In Blue
Awards salute more than 50 of the best in blue with Tyler Police Department.
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Tyler Celebrates Black History Month
Historical videos, music, & educational speakers will all be part of the program Friday night when The City Of Tyler Celebrates Black History Month.
Baisden’s Back on HOT 107.3 Jamz Every Afternoon
The Michael Baisden Show returns to East Texas this afternoon & every weekday from 2-6 pm, exclusively on HOT 107-3 Jamz!
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For the past few years, we've all seen police portrayed in less than favorable ways by segments of society, including some high profile community leaders, politicians, & even a few media pundits.
The vast majority of people across the USA, especially here in East Texas, support law enforcement and recognize that those negative police characterizations are not accurate. ...
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Please do your part to help us help St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in their fight against childhood cancer.
Help St. Jude Save Kids
Please do your part to help us help St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in their fight against childhood cancer.
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Chocolate + Coffee = Valentine’s Heaven
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