"30 SECONDS TO FAME" Sample Publicity Materials by Lyla Foggia

15 acts from the New York Area to compete on New Episodes of

FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame”

TV’s fastest talent show is back with all-new episodes on WNYW FOX 5 at 8 pm every Thursday –

beginning October 31, 2002 – Halloween night Trick or treat! Fox’ wild and wacky “30 Seconds to Fame” – featuring a tornado of talent at a lightening pace – is back with all-new episodes, starting Halloween night. Called everything from “Ed Sullivan on speed” to “The freakiest talent show ever,” “30 Seconds to Fame” became a surprise summer hit during its original eight-week run, which began on July 17, 2002. The only talent showcase ever to feature as many as 25 contestants per half-hour show, with a weekly grand prize of $25,000, “30 Seconds to Fame” recently conducted a nation-wide talent search, with auditions in over a dozen major cities, including New York. “We were amazed at the enthusiasm and quality of talent we found. There were people who drove eight to ten hours getting to these auditions. And it made a major difference that people had already seen the show, so they knew what we were looking for in a 30-second bit. These new shows are definitely our best yet,” says executive producer Michael Binkow. Fifteen unique acts from the New York and New Jersey area were selected to compete on “30 Seconds to Fame” during November and December. To find out if someone you know had enough talent to win the grand prize, tune into WNYW FOX 5 at 8 pm on Thursday nights, beginning October 31, to root for…

• Japanese rapper “Yuna”, Jack Dyville (Tappin Jack of Texas), and speed tapper Jared Grimes of Manhattan

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• The Players Club step group (Timothy Barner, Edward Nelson, Linell Brown, and

Terrence Terry), the King Charles Unicycle Troupe, and hand percussionist Rappo Clappo (Danny Bonet) from the Bronx

• Fire spinner Ted E, juggler Jay Green, and Jumpers in Command from Brooklyn • Exotic Belly Dancer Seleka, Queen of the Nile, from New Rochelle, NY • The Hip Pickles drummers (Chet Doboe, Christopher Scherer, and Jeremy

Fischer) from Melville, NJ • Don Wilder, the three-legged dancer from Cliffside, NJ • Lisa Cobb, the human puppet from Cherry Hill, NJ • Richard Gonci, the upside-down piano player from Bergenfield, NJ • Ventriloquist Nick Pawlow from Pennsauken, NJ

“30 Seconds to Fame” was conceived by Joe Revello and developed over a period of seven years by Revello and Binkow, who serve as the co-creators and executive producers. “The original inspiration came from Andy Warhol’s statement that one day everyone would have their 15 minutes of fame. Nowadays, things move much faster, and 30 seconds seemed to be just the right amount of time to keep people’s interest,” says Revello. “Plus, this show is like a remote control for viewers. If you don’t like an act, just stick around 30 seconds (or less – if the audience eliminates them) – because a new act is on the way.” To date, “30 Seconds to Fame” has featured over 400 different acts in just 16 half-hour episodes! “There’s never been a television show that presented so many different kinds of talent, competing for such a large weekly prize,” says Binkow. To be considered as a contestant, viewers can mail a VHS videotape of their performance to: 30 SECONDS TO FAME, P.O. 55851 , Sherman Oaks, CA 91413. For more information, call 1-877-547-4999 toll free. (Please note: all materials become the property of the show and cannot be returned.) “30 Seconds to Fame” is hosted by Craig J. Jackson and produced by Wild Jams Productions, LLC. Jackson previously hosted “The X Show” on f/x. A former executive producer and development executive for FOXLAB (the division that pioneered “COPS,” “America’s Most Wanted” and “South Park”), Revello has created and produced a number of series over the years, including “Rendez-View,” “Culture Clash,” and “Comic Strip Live.” Binkow was the supervising producer for “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” and previously worked with Revello on the game shows, “Make Me Laugh” and “You’re On!,” as well as serving as the Vice President of Specials and Current Programming for the Fox Broadcasting Company.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Lyla Foggia, (661) 259-6561 or [email protected]

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FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame” To Hold Open Audition in New Orleans

This Wednesday, 9/4 The new hit television series, “30 Seconds to Fame” – which airs every Wednesday night on the FOX Network – has been called everything from “a hyperactive ‘Star Search’ meets ‘The Gong Show,’” to “’Star Search’ on speed” and “’The Ed Sullivan Show’ with ‘Stupid Human Tricks.’” The producers of the fastest, competitive talent show on television are coming to New Orleans during a nationwide search for contestants to compete on-air for the weekly grand prize of $25,000. Here’s your chance to go from zero to fame in just 30 seconds if you have a special talent, skill or novelty act that can be performed in one-half minute – including singing, dancing, juggling, physical or prop comedy, impressions, acrobatics, fire-eating, magic tricks, you name it! Either attend the OPEN AUDITION this Wednesday, September 4, 2002, or send in a VHS videotape. Where to go: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, 500 Canal Street. Look for signs in lobby. Call toll-free 877-547-4999 to reserve an audition time, or simply show up between noon and 7 pm. Or mail a VHS videotape of your performance to: 30 SECONDS TO FAME, 13400 Riverside Drive, Suite 210, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423. (Please note: tapes become the property of the show and cannot be returned.) Performers should be high-energy and have two unique and well-rehearsed 30-second performance segments. Singles, duos, or teams – both union performers and amateurs – are welcome. Set up time at the audition is minimal, and you must provide your own backing music on CD or tape. Go to FOX.com, then click on “30 Seconds to Fame” for more details or call 877-547-4999. Selected performers will be flown to Los Angeles to appear on FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame,” which uniquely showcases 24 acts in each weekly half-hour episode. After the first round of competition, three acts are chosen by the studio audience to advance to the second round in which a winner is selected to receive the $25,000 grand prize. One of the hit new shows of the summer season, “30 Seconds to Fame” debuted on July 17, and has averaged over 7 million viewers each week. “30 Seconds to Fame” is hosted by Craig J. Jackson (“The X Show”) and produced by Wild Jams Productions, LLC. Joe Revello and Michael Binkow are the creators and executive producers.

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Bored with the usual Sweeps TV fare?

TONIGHT on FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame”:

24 of the most unusual acts ever seen on television!

Tune into WAGA FOX 5 at 8:30 pm for an all-new episode! There’s NEVER a dull moment on FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame” – the fastest, wildest talent search competition in the history of television. Here’s a preview of tonight’s competitors from around the world…

• Don’t try this at home! St. Petersburg, Florida, commercial air conditioning serviceman Douglas Cyr balances a surf board, wheel barrow, and heavy utility table…on his chin!

• Imagine swallowing a billiard ball and turning sugar water back into granules. It’s a mouthful for Stevie Starr of London.

• Snoop Dogg in da house! A Japanese rapper from New York named Kumiko Sugiyama, who has worked as a graphic designer and translator.

• The Precision Lawn Chair Drill Team from the Denver area. Yep, somebody finally figured out what to do with those ugly web chairs when the party gets boring. When these guys aren’t working as fire inspectors, real brokers, snow plow operators, and roughnecks on oil rigs, they’ve actually performed during NBA and NFL half-times!

• You’ve seen the Harlem Globetrotters. Now try that on unicycles and you’ve got the King Charles Unicycle Troupe from the Bronx!

• Someone alert the Food Network! Former Apple computer salesman Bob Whitcomb of Columbus, Ohio can really fire up an audience while balancing a stove with a sizzling frying pan on his head, then chucking up the eggs for a quick omelet. Hard to believe he’s performed this trick twice at the White House!

• The human noodle! Contortionist Vladimir Malachikhin from Russia actually learned this stuff from his parents.

• Aretha Franklin watch out! Meet R&B singer Gaye Arbuckle-Sneed, a Dallas substitute teacher and collector for Neiman-Marcus, can really belt them out.

• The hottest salsa dancers north of the border! Miami’s Bianka Gonzalez (originally from Venezuela) and Ariel Rodriguez (formerly of Cuba) burn up the stage with some of the sexiest Latin moves allowed in primetime.

• Red hot baton twirler Ted Pugliesi of Brooklyn works as a nightclub production manager when he’s not playing with fire.

• Get out the silverware and start practicing! Originally from Cincinnati, Joe “Mr. Spoons” Jones of New York, a former elevator operator at Macy’s, has performed for the Queen of England and made ten trips to Japan. (Wonder if he’s tried this with chop sticks.)

• George Lucas, hope you’re watching! The Robostilts from Athens, Georgia, would be perfect for your next “Star Wars” epic.

• Ever seen a dulcemer played with a fork and knife? Comic Trent Wideman of Osage Beach, Missouri, is also a whiz on sixteen different instruments, including the fiddle.

• The human pyramid! The Moroccan Tumblers may be American, but they got the idea for this muscle-building act on the beach in Tangiers, Morocco.

• Sister acrobats Kay and Sarah Glynn of Hastings, Iowa, once won a Ford Mustang at their state fair for this trick: picking up a glass of wine with their teeth while bending over backwards while perched on chairs.

Want to be a contestant on FOX’s “30 Seconds to Fame”? Mail a VHS videotape of your performance to: 30 SECONDS TO FAME, P.O. 55851, Sherman Oaks, CA 91413. (Please note: all materials become the property of the show and cannot be returned.) For more information, call (877) 547-4999 toll free.

FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame”: the antidote for anyone with

ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER Tune into KDFW FOX 4 at 8 pm this Thursday (11/17)

for a full hour of the fastest talent show on television

Easily bored? Can’t hold a thought for more than a minute? Ever thought about slicing that time down to 30 seconds? (So you’re not burning brain cells unnecessarily.) Sounds like you need a dose of FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame” – the talent show that moves as fast as a Nascar race for the millions of smart Americans who program their brains to shut down at the end of the work day! “30 Seconds to Fame” is the only show with 24 contestants per half hour. And the only place where you can see real people going after their one shot at fame…and the weekly grand prize of $25,000 – decided solely by our studio audience! Here’s just a sample of what’s coming up this Thursday (11/7) on our all-new episode…

Kevin Shelley of Richmond, Indiana, breaks a stack of boards against his forehead, one at a time. You can imagine the splitting headache this former elementary teacher has at the end. Kevin says he once tried this in England, but didn’t realize their wood is denser, so it took three tries and “almost knocked me into the ground like a hammer and nail.”

From Culver City, California…Christopher with his Village People life-size puppets singing and spinning to “YMCA”! Believe it or not, this former Chicago factory worker originally created this “troupe” as a Halloween costume.

What this guy does with a jump rope! Buddy Lee of Richman, Virginia, began as a former Marine while training for the Olympics as a wrestler.

Medieval swordfighters: The Imperial Knights – James Dawson and Thomas Montgomery – of Moreno Valley, California. This construction worker and bartender really battle it out on our stage.

A caveman dummy telling a human nerd how to meet girls?! Nick Pawlow – a lab technician in the dental industry who moved from Philadelphia to Pennsauken, New Jersey, a year ago – says he has a “warped sense of humor and fell into the act by accident.”

Talk about bathroom humor! Adam Burger of Reston, Virginia, does some amazing things with toilet plungers. Wonder where he was sitting when this inspiration hit.

If you’re impressed by what Olympic competitors do on a balance beam, how about double the acrobatics on a pole held by two guys that flexes with every landing? Meet The Metchkarovs from Las Vegas. (Two of them are from Bulgaria and Moscow, respectively.)

Somebody call 911! Bob Foehlinger, a student at the University of Nebraska, nearly sets the stage on fire with his burning twirling batons.

C’mon, settle on an outfit! The Manjos Family of Orlando (by way of Russia) change clothes faster than you can blink.

Gregory Hines take a lesson! New York tapper Jared Grimes moves faster than a hummingbird.

Precision dancers and rappers The Twisted Dance Troupe from Las Vegas. Shallyn McComb-Stewart, an office clerk, says her jeans ripped in the back the first time she performed. Kalvin Phirakhong, a nurse, adds that his pants came off once during a performance while sliding across a carpeted floor.

Twirling glow sticks faster than a speeding bullet! Kyle Brender (aka Head Rush) of Oak Lawn, Illinois, formerly of Chicago and a cook in his grandmother’s restaurant, once hit himself in the eye really hard while getting the knack of unusual talent.

And coming to you from Branson…Eddy Asher, the yodeling guitarist…Gregory Popovich, who juggles while balancing on one-sided ladder…and singer Nicole Starling.

And that’s not all! Tune into KDFW FOX 4 for a full-hour of FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame” this Thursday, starting at 8 pm. (Our all-new episode airs at 8:30 pm.)

Want to be a contestant on FOX’s “30 Seconds to Fame”? Mail a VHS videotape of your performance to: 30 SECONDS TO FAME, P.O. 55851, Sherman Oaks, CA 91413. For more information, call 1-877-547-4999 toll free. (Please note: all materials become the property of the show and cannot be returned.)

FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame” – “…designed for viewers with short attention

spans and itchy fingers on the remote control,” says one TV critic.

If this includes you, then tune into the

fastest talent show ever TONIGHT (Thurs., 11/18) on WAGA FOX 5 at 8:30 pm!

SERIOUSLY…Do you really care if yet another castaway gets kicked off “Survivor: Thailand”? Or whether Grace makes it to the altar on NBC? And how about “Winnie the Pooh Thanksgiving” on ABC? That’s the primetime line-up at 8:30 tonight – UNLESS you’re tuned into the only show that actually burns calories just by watching! What you’ll see tonight on “30 Seconds to Fame”…

Matt and Dan of LA shredding lettuce (salad, anyone?) on a power lawnmower held in the air.

Steve August and “Snake Babe” Maria from Las Vegas balancing a blazing Weber grill on his chin.

Body piercer TON of Lancaster, CA swinging three heavy metal balls on chains attached to his tongue and ears.

The electrifying dance troupe High Voltage of Orlando forming a human caterpillar along with other hip hop moves.

A dead-on Michael Jackson impersonated by Sy, a commercial artist from Los Angeles.

The Human Bagpipe Twins without instruments – Mark (a pharmaceutical salesman) and Todd (an insurance industry marketing specialist) Foster of Columbus, Georgia.

Blues Brothers Clogging Duo Brian (a massage therapist) and Julie (a masters student in physical therapy) Bon of Anaheim, California – two of 12 clogging siblings known as The Bon Family Cloggers! (From Utah of course…).

Female rapper Kimberly Dew of Atlanta, a single mother of four who works as a customer service rep at a bank.

The Hip Pickles high energy drum team who work as music teachers in their hometown of Melville, NY.

Dobro guitarist Jimmy Stewart of Old Hickory, Tennessee.

Hollywood, Florida, impressionist and former medical secretary Sharon Daniels doing Joan Rivers, Roseanne, Barbra Streisand, and Julia Child, among others.

Brazilian pole gymnasts Adam & Yevgen.

Las Vegas quick-change artists Transformation.

Saw player Jay Olson of Tyler, Texas – also the Director of Instructional Technology for the Tyler Independent School District.

Yoyo trickster Adam Bottiglia of Lisle, Illinois, a full-time student and part-time McDonalds employee.

The Renaissance á cappella trio from Pico Rivera, CA – Carlos Battey (a file clerk), Chris Vasquez (a coil winder for a transformer company) and Justin Holley (a construction worker and former real estate salesman).

Chicago R&B singer Rozanna Rivera, a customer service at a discount health services center.

And martial arts dancers Djalma Pereira (a computer engineer) and Paulo DaSilva (an industrial painter) of Pompano Beach, Florida.

That’s just a preview of the non-stop entertainment on tonight’s all-new episode of FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame”…at 8:30 pm on WAGA FOX 5. To become a competitor, go to www.fox.com and click on “Shows” (then on “30 Seconds to Fame”) to learn how.

Guitarist Jimmy Stewart of Old Hickory to compete on New Episode of FOX’ “30 Seconds to Fame”

TV’s fastest talent show is back with all-new episodes on

WZTV FOX 17 at 8 pm every Thursday – beginning October 31, 2002 – Halloween night

Trick or treat! Fox’ wild and wacky “30 Seconds to Fame” – featuring a tornado of talent at a lightening pace – is back with all-new episodes, starting Halloween night. Called everything from “Ed Sullivan on speed” to “The freakiest talent show ever,” “30 Seconds to Fame” became a surprise summer hit during its original eight-week run, which began on July 17, 2002. The only talent showcase ever to feature as many as 25 contestants per half-hour show, with a weekly grand prize of $25,000, “30 Seconds to Fame” recently conducted a nation-wide talent search, with auditions in over a dozen major cities. “We were amazed at the enthusiasm and quality of talent we found. There were people who drove eight to ten hours getting to these auditions. And it made a major difference that people had already seen the show, so they knew what we were looking for in a 30-second bit. These new shows are definitely our best yet,” says executive producer Michael Binkow. Tune into WZTV FOX 17 at 8 pm on Thursday nights, beginning October 31, to root for Dobro guitarist Jimmy Stewart of Old Hickory during an upcoming episode in November or December. “30 Seconds to Fame” was conceived by Joe Revello and developed over a period of seven years by Revello and Binkow, who serve as the co-creators and executive producers.

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“The original inspiration came from Andy Warhol’s statement that one day everyone would have their 15 minutes of fame. Nowadays, things move much faster, and 30 seconds seemed to be just the right amount of time to keep people’s interest,” says Revello. “Plus, this show is like a remote control for viewers. If you don’t like an act, just stick around 30 seconds (or less – if the audience eliminates them) – because a new act is on the way.” To date, “30 Seconds to Fame” has featured over 400 different acts in just 16 half-hour episodes! “There’s never been a television show that presented so many different kinds of talent, competing for such a large weekly prize,” says Binkow. To be considered as a contestant, viewers can mail a VHS videotape of their performance to: 30 SECONDS TO FAME, P.O. 55851 , Sherman Oaks, CA 91413. For more information, call 1-877-547-4999 toll free. P(Please note: all materials become the property of the show and cannot be returned.) “30 Seconds to Fame” is hosted by Craig J. Jackson and produced by Wild Jams Productions, LLC. Jackson previously hosted “The X Show” on f/x. A former executive producer and development executive for FOXLAB (the division that pioneered “COPS,” “America’s Most Wanted” and “South Park”), Revello has created and produced a number of series over the years, including “Rendez-View,” “Culture Clash,” and “Comic Strip Live.” Binkow was the supervising producer for “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” and previously worked with Revello on the game shows, “Make Me Laugh” and “You’re On!,” as well as serving as the Vice President of Specials and Current Programming for the Fox Broadcasting Company.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Lyla Foggia, (661) 259-6561 or [email protected]

Pitching Progress Report Client: Fox’ “30 Seconds to Fame” Effective: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 A representative of Launch Radio Networks (a division of Yahoo) contacted me yesterday as a result of seeing our Branson release on PR Newswire, and asked for (and received) all of the information about the rest of our markets – which he disseminated to all of their stations in each city. Beginning with Chicago and Orlando, I have expanded the radio stations contacted to include any appropriate station in the market – rather than just those cited on the lists I was given by DP. I’ve also sent the release to every available DJ with an e-mail address across their schedules. Orlando Audition – Wednesday, August 28 Orlando Sentinel The release was sent to TV Editor Hal Boedeker and TV Editor

Mary Francis Emmens – but was not able to reach either by phone, despite many attempts. So don’t know if they used it.

Daytona News-Journal Kelly Vardamaskos says they only have a weekly TV book and the

deadline is passed. She had forwarded it to their city desk. Florida Today They both ran an announcement and are covering the audition with

a reporter and photographer. Ocala Star Banner TV editor Christopher Lloyd said he would try to find a spot in the

paper tomorrow for it. WPYO-FM (Top 40) This station is covering the audition in Orlando. I had e-mailed

Pauly and Monique (morning hosts), Bartel, Zannie K, and Lil Shawn.

WJHM-FM (Urban Cont.) DV Huk Her, Break A Dawn, Stacy Keith, Alexx Durp, Stevie

Demann, Jay Love, Tony C, Brion O’Brion WAOA-FM (Top 40) “Tim and Eric DeNiro in the Morning,” Bill Robbins, Larry

McKay, Rich O’Brien

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WXXL-FM (Top 40) Adam Cook, Alex Diaz, Chad Pitt, Kid Cruz, Grace Vasquez,

Hyla, Johnny Magic, Peter de Graaff, Renee, Uncle Johnny WJRR-FM (Rock) “The Fiasco with pat Lynch & Taco Bob,” “Middays with Crash,”

“Afternoons with Sideshow Dan,” “Evenings with Buckethead,” “Overnights,” Billy the Janitor, Lucy Leary, Kenny, Betty Rock, Ryan the Canadian, Vegas, DJ

WHOG-FM (Classic Rock) “Frank and Tracy,” Gary Meade, Tracy Dillon, Trevor Joe Lennon WMGF-FM (Lite Rock) Dave Collins (morning host), Leslye Gale, Ken Payne WCFB-FM (Urban Cont.) Joe Davis, JoJo, Max St. Clair WOCL-FM (Rock Alternative) Leno & Carter (morning show), Steve, Bobby, Mel Chicago Audition – Wednesday, August 28 Chicago Tribune Sent it to both Steve Johnson and TV editor Kevin Moore. Was

never able to reach either by phone. Chicago Sun-Times TV Editor Darel was planning to run the announcement it early

this week. Paddock Times Entertainment editor Ted Cox was definitely planning on running

the announcement yesterday; could not get her to move it up. Daily Southtown I sent the release to George Haas, and left him a long message

since he never answers his phone. WDRV-FM (classic hits) “The Drive” morning show, Kathy Voltmer (program director),

Steve Downes (morning host), Bob Stroud, Phil Manicki, Christine Moran, Allan Stagg.

WZSR-FM (AC) Michael Chew and Carol Vonn (morning hosts), Gary “The Bagel

Guy,” Darien Page, Carla Coulter WLLI-FM (Rock) “Lonny Tyler in the Morning,” Flounder, Matt, Brian Habinka WTMX-FM (AC) Eric and Kathy (morning hosts), Barry Keefe, Brian Peck, Mike

Roberts, Melissa McGurren, John Swanson, Cynthia Skolak, Dave Fogel


WNND-FM Kevin Gossett & Susan Wienceh (morning hosts), Jennifer

Stephens, Todd Ganz (producer), Scott Childers, Haynes Johns, John Symons, Ricky (producer), Robin Lewis

WLUP-FM (Rock) Pete McMurray (mornings), Cara Carriveau, Seaver, Jimmy

Novak, Mark Zander, and station program director WLIT-FM (Adult Cont.) Eric Richeke (asst. prog. dir.), Melissa Forman, Bill Leff, Jim

Gronemann (producer), Tony Lossano (asst. prod.), Rick Zurick, Delilah, Dave Hilton, Robin Rock

WKQX-FM (Rock Alternative) “Mancow’s Morning Madhouse,” Nikki, Fook, J. Love, Ryan WGCI-FM (Urban Cont.) Crazy Howard McGee (morning host); only deejay with e-mail. WGN-AM (News/talk) Spike O’Dell (morning host), Laura Hirsch (his producer), Juddy

Markey & Kathy O’Malley, Kurt Vanderah (producer), Steve Cochran, Steve Buchman (producer), John Williams, Matt Bubala (producer), Milt Rosenberg, Barry Regan (producer), Steve King, Johnnie Putnam, Denise Rybicki (producer), Tom Peterson (news director)

WVAZ-FM (Urban Cont.) Elroy Smith (program dir.), Wanda Wells (news dir.), Troi Tyler,

George Willborn, Bonnie DeShong, Tony Richards WZOK-FM Steve Shannon & Stef Troye (morning hosts), Jenna West, Joe

Limardi, Todd Chance, AJ Carson WBBM-FM Eddie & JoBo (morning hosts). Also sent to general address. No

other e-mails available. WBEZ-FM (NPR) “Eight Forty-Eight” morning show. WCKG-FM (Rock) Kevin Matthews, Steve Dahl, promotions dept. Miami Audition – Friday, August 30 Miami Herald They’re putting the announcement into their “Weekend” section

Friday morning. I tried to get them to run it earlier, but they declined.

Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel Spoke to A&E Editor Robin Berkowitz, who said she would try to

get it in.


Fort Meyers News-Press They are definitely running the announcement. Entertainment

writer Denise Scott asked us to notify her if any of the contestants selected are from her area.

St. Petersburg Times Eric Eggans in the TV department said he got the release off of PR

Newswire and forwarded to their entertainment desk; he thought it would run.

Tampa Tribune Sent release to TV writer Walt Belcher and left long message. Boca Raton News Sent release to Skip Sheffield, the entertainment editor. Have not

been able to reach him. Key West Citizen Sent to Terry Schmida, entertainment editor. El Nuevo Herald (Spanish edition of Miami Herald) Sent to Olga O’Connor. WZTA (Rock Alternative) “Paul & Young Ron” (morning show), Glenn Richard (producer),

Flee, Granzig WEAT Joe Martell, Linda Rome, Sunny Quinn, Tim Byrd, Delilah WBGG (Classic Rock – Howard Stern’s station) Judie T, Brie (only ones with e-mails) WHQT (Urban) Rodney Biltmore, Karen Vaughn, K.O., Paula, U.B. Rodriquez,

Snap, Freddie Cruz, Demas, Sarge, Tanto Irie, Fang WPOW (Urban) Liquid, DJ Laz, Teddy T, Lucy Lopez, Chi Chi, DJ Opie, Ms. Phat

Booty, Tony the Tiger, DJ Holliday, Jason the Mini Mixx WZZR (Talk) “Josh Cohen & the Home Team,” Josh, Lexxus, Dennis Janes

(producer), “Monsters of the Midday,” “The Drew Garabo Show.” WMKK (Urban) General address. No deejays available. (Located in Key Largo) WJNX-AM (Talk) Art Butler, Dave Shaw WIOD (News/Talk) Art Riley, Brooke Austin, “The Schmitt Show” KISS (Country) “Coffey in the Morning,” Darlene Evans, Gator, Debbie, Blair

Garner WFLC-FM (The Coast) Barbette Fiera and Julie Guy (morning show), Bruce Wayne, Jesse

Kage WAIL-FM (Classic Rock) Hoebee; only one available.


WEOW-FM (Top 40) Rude Girl, Chris Marino, Bill Bravo WKEY-FM (Adult Cont.) “The Breakfast Club” WHYI-FM (Top 40) Nikki Nite, Michael Yo Branson Audition – Friday, August 30 Branson TriLakes Daily News The editor, Wade Quick, was annoyed that his competitor in

town got the release first (through the Majestic Theater) and ran it last weekend. Quick was going to run the announcement anyway, using their local Chamber of Commerce for comment. (Seems they’ve had bad experiences with TV shows coming to town; I alerted JP to this immediately.)

Tulsa World Sent release to Rita Sherrow, TV Editor, and left a long message. St. Louis Post-Dispatch TV editor Gail Pennington said they’ve already run the

announcement. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette TV editor Rosemary Boggs said they will try to get it into Michael

Storey’s TV column tomorrow. Kansas City Star TV writer Aaron Barnhart forwarded it to their arts and music

editors, but wasn’t “optimistic” it would get in, because of the 3.5 hour drive to Branson (i.e. it’s not “local” to them)

Springfield News Leader Spoke to Becky Riegel, who said she should be able to get it in. Also sent to the following small newspapers in the area: West Plain Quill, Lake Sun Leader,

Lebanon Daily Record, Monett Times, The Rolla Daily News, Waynesville Daily Guide

KXUS-FM (Rock/Album) Jim Wesley, Ezell, Mark McClain, Rockin Randy Baron KZRQ-FM George Spankmeister KADI-FM (Adult Cont.) Rod Kittleman, Bridget Scott, Andy Collins, Gary Mac, John

Brown KGBX-AM (Adult Cont.) Woody & Janet (morning show), Dave Roberts, Delilah, Paul

Kelly, Mike Morgan KGMY-FM (Country) Kani Bud, Rick Moore, Chris Michaels, Lisa Robbins


KHTO-FM (Top 40) Ron Davis (news) KKLH (Classic Rock) John Boy & Billy, Page Miller, John Kimmons KUKU-AM (Talk) Programming KUPH-FM (Hot AC) Ed Martin, programming director KRMS-AM (Talk/News) Ken Kuenzie and Mike Anthony (they run the station) KBNN-AM (News) Mike Edwards and John Fowler (run station) KCLQ-FM (Country) Young & Eder morning show KKBL-FM (AC) and KRMO-AM (News) Matt Ticknor and Leon Troyer (news and

programming) KOMC-FM (Adult Standards) Carol Orr (station mgr) and Don Paul (news) KESM-AM (Country) Donald Kohn KOMG-FM (AC) Mark Van Allen (news) KSPW-FM (Top 40) Chris Cannon, Tiffany Scott, J. Fotsch KTOZ-FM (Hot AC) Kevin & Liz (morning hosts), Steve O, Tony Matteo Also sent to the programming departments at the following (no other contacts available):

KDAA-FM (AC), KKID-FM (Classic Rock), KTTR-AM/FM & KZNN-FM, KUNQ-FM (Country), KTXR-FM (AC)

Final Pitching Progress Report Client: Fox’ “30 Seconds to Fame” Effective: Monday, September 9, 2002 As previously mentioned, beginning with Chicago and Orlando, I had expanded the radio stations contacted to include any appropriate station in the market – rather than just those cited on the lists I was given by DP. I also sent the release to every available DJ with an e-mail address across their program schedules. And, beginning with Miami and Branson, I began contacting the Assignment Editors at your FOX affiliates to get an announcement on the news. Seattle Audition – Wednesday, 9/4 Press release also distributed on PR Newswire. KCPQ-TV (FOX) Spoke to assignment desk on two different occasions to get information

mentioned during the news.

Seattle Post-Intelligencer TV critic John Levesque planned to run the announcement.

Seattle Times Kay McFadden was never available by phone, but e-mailed her the announcement.

The Olympian Spoke to Frieda Ray, Features Editor, who said she would try to get it in.

Tacoma News Tribune TV editor Mark Layman said he would try to use it.

Everett Herald TV writer Andrew Wineke said he would run it, plus said they would consider sending a reporter to the audition if anyone from their area made an audition appointment.

Bellingham Herald Tried to reach Margaret Bikman in features and e-mailed the announcement.

Aberdeen Daily World Jeff Burlingham, A&E editor, was not reachable by phone, but e-mailed the announcement.

Bremerton Sun E-mailed announcement to the newsroom; A&E editor Adam Kisport was out of town.

KNDD-FM (Rock Alternative) Andy Savage, Steve the Producer, Jodi, Dick Rossetti, Bill Reid, Harms, Stanger, Baby Jessica, John Richards

KRIZ-AM (Urban Contemporary) Romey Rome, Frank Barrow, Johnny Jordan, Myzta J.


KISM (Classic Rock) Rockfish & Cash, Carol Dooley, Joe Campbell, Jeni Good, Bob Carter

KXXO (AC) Evan, Ann D’Angelo, RP Murphy, Smilin’ Jay, Kelly Marshall, Sean Michael Murray, Jennifer Mathis

KPLZ (AC) Kent and Alan, Corine, Leonard, Tom Hatyler, Jill Taylor, Michael Stein, James Parker

KISW (Rock – Howard Stern’s station) Kyles Brooks, Scott Vanderpool (no other e-mails available)

KZOK (Classic Rock) “The Bob Rivers Show,” Bob, Spike, Joe, Marra, Mike Jones, Steve Slaton, Robin & Maynard, Gary Crow

KLSY (AC) Murdock, Hunter, Alice

New Orleans Audition – Wednesday, September 3, 2002

Press release also distributed on PR Newswire to the state of Louisiana. Also covered all appropriate radio stations in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. WVUE-TV (Fox affiliate) Spoke to the assignment desk twice e-mailed release. New Orleans Times Picayune

Entertainment editor Renee Peck said she planned to run an announcement.

Baton Rouge Advocate TV editor Judy Bergeron said she would get it in. Lafayette Daily Advertiser

Could never reach Herman Fuselier, A&E editor, but e-mailed him the release and left a long message.

Bogalusa Daily News A&E editor Jennifer Harris was not interested; said was not “local

enough” for them. Hammond Daily Star A&E editor Erin Hernandez said she would run it. Houma Courier Could never reach Marty Authement, but e-mailed the announcement and

left long message. Daily Iberian E-mailed to entertainment editor Jennifer May, per the news editor. Abbeville Meridional Features editor Norma Batida said she would try to get it in. Alexandria Daily Could never each features editor Cynthia Jardon, but e-mailed the release

and left a long message.


WQUE (Urban) CJ “Superstar” Morgan, Monica Pierre, Con Suella, Uptown Angela, A.D.

Berry, Wild Wayne, D. J. Ro, Rob-Nice, E.J. the D.J. WYLD (Urban AC) A.J., Michaelangelo, Eddie Francis WKZN (Hot AC) “Bo and Beth,” Lynae Russo, Neil Wilson WLMG (AC) Johnny Scott, Steve Suter, C.J. McKay WCKW (Hot AC) Promotions Department (no other e-mails available) WFMF (Top 40) Margie Maybe, Flash Phillips WEZB (Top 40) Matt Cain, Stacey Brady, Stevie G, Tierza Simmons, Cheryl Robichaux,

Booker, Carson, Rick Friedman, Barry Foxx WBBE (AC) Kevin Carlisle, Tim Long, Michelle Southern, Alan Almond KQXL (Urban) Mya Vernon, John Kinnitt, Ron Kelly KRVE (Lite Rock/AC) Bob Murphy, Sam North, Jodi Carson, Lauren Thom, Rick Cantu,

Austin James, Gordon West San Francisco Audition – Friday, September 5, 2002 Press release also distributed on PR Newswire to Bay Area, and all appropriate radio stations around the Bay pitched. KTVU-TV (FOX affiliate) Spoke to and faxed release to the assignment desk. San Francisco Chronicle

Tried to reach TV critic/columnist Tim Goodman a number of times. Finally e-mailed release and left long message, per recommendation by TV editor Ruth Stein.

San Francisco Examiner

Tried to reach TV editor Sonia Mansfield a number of times; finally e-mailed release and left message on her cell phone, per her message.

San Jose Mercury News

Tried to reach TV editor Charles McCollum several times; finally e-mailed release and left long message.

Berkeley Daily Planet Spoke to staff writer there, then e-mailed release to them. KBLX (R&B) “The Kevin Brown Show,” Leslie Stoval, Timothy White


KCNL (Alterative Rock) Hilary, Johnny X, Trev KDON (Top 40) Alicia, Chato Vision, Fredo “The Stunt Monkey,” Chubby Lopez, Alex

“The Boy Wonder,” Afro Chad KFOG Dave Morey, Irish Greg McQuaid, Annalisa, Big Rick KEZR (Music Mix) Bill Kelly, Marla Davies, Producer Tim, Sandy Rooney, King Raffi, Tom

Gomez, Nelson Cruz KGO (Talk) Jim Dunbar, Ted Wygant, Ed Baxter, Ronn Owens, Bernie Ward K101 Karen Dee KISS (R&B) Station (no other e-mail addresses available) KVHS “The Edge” A high school station. KOZT (Rock/album) To station in general KKIQ (AC) Don Potter, Cindy Weldon, Jim Hampton, Mark Davis, Rick Michaels and

Saul Vigil. KMHX (Rock Alternative) Mark Thomas, Robin Davis KDND (Top 40) Lukas, Shannon, Maney (morning hosts); Heather Lee, Chris K KMEL (Urban) Chug Gomez, Short-E KOIT (AC) Jack Kulp, Sherry Brown, Laurie Sanders, Larry Ickes, Scott Thomas KPOO (Variety) Station in general KSAN (Classic Rock) Promotions department, Bob Coburn, Gina Horan, Dibbs, Steven

Seawood, Tim Jeffreys, Billy Steel, Lisa Carr KBAY (Lite Rock) Lissa Kreisler, Kirk Patrick, Kim Vestal, Bob Kohtz KSJO (Rock) Sloppy Jo, Zakk KUFX (Classic Rock) Chris Jackson Dallas Audition – September 6, 2002 Dallas Morning News TV editor Leslie Snyder said she would get the announcement in.


Fort Worth Star-Telegram TV editor Robert Philpot said he would get the announcement in. Greenville Herald Banner Could not reach A&E editor by phone; but e-mailed release and

left message. McKinney Courier-Gazette E-mailed release to their newsroom. Denton Record-Chronicle A&E editor Lucinda Breeding say they would pick it up from their

sister paper, Dallas Morning News. Desoto Daily News Could not reach A&E editor Mike Martinez; e-mailed release and

left message. Arlington Morning News Ditto for entertainment writer Kathy Golsby Athens Daily Review Editor Tony Clay said “I’ll take a look at it.” E-mailed release. Cleburne Times-Review E-mailed release to news editor Darren Victory Corsicana Daily Sun E-mailed release to editor Raymond Linex Mineral Wells Index E-mailed release to the editor. Palestine Herald-Press E-mailed release to managing editor Angie Alvarado The Paris News E-mailed release to the editor Plano Star-Courier E-mailed release to editor Mike Norris. Stephenville Empire-Tribune E-mailed release to managing editor Gene Deason KDMX (AC) Jeff, Anna, Schroeder, Lisa Thomas Tony Zazza and Cindy Spicer

(the morning crew). KKDA (Urban) Sam Putney (AM host), Chris Arnold, Big Baby Kenny J, Reggie

D, Throwdown Sam, G-man Paul Turner KTDR (Urban) Program director Rodney Lyman KSJL (Urban) Ed Scarborough KHYI (country) Bruce Kidder, Dan Foster KKZN (Rock) Bo Roberts, Randy James, Yvonne, Jeff K, Channing, Nickie

Granville


KZPS (Classic Rock) The Bob & Tom Show, Jay Philpott, Jon Dillon, John Moore, Liz

Johnson KDGE (Rock Alternative) Ayo, Josh, Bret X, The Adventure Club With Josh, Erych, Jagger,

Julie, Slim Jim Paula KMEO (Lite Rock/AC) Becky Wright, Bob Eliot, Chaz Mixon, Randy Fuller, Gary

Reynolds KRLA (talk) Ernie Brown, Dave Cooke, Mike Rogers, Marty Griffin, Terese

Arena KSCS (country) Terry Dorsey, Mark Louis, Rebecca, Brother Van, Geoff Allen,

Middays with Mel, Bill Kinder, Big Jon, Chris House WBAP (talk) Hal Jay, Dan Potter, Laura Houston, Mark Davis, Gary

McNamara, Eric Harley, Joe Kelley KBFB (Urban) Russ Parr, Alfredas, Olivia Fox, Action Jaxson, Da Show, DJ

Miracle, Loretta Morgan (promotions manager) KVIL (Lite Rock/AC) Larry Dixon, Mickey Miller, Big Jim O’Brien, Julie DeHarty, Lt.

Dan Larkin, Perri Reavis, Ken Barnett, Terry King, Mary Rose, Cindi B, Marc Preston, Mark Willis, Don Smith, Kris Chase, Scott Haines

KRNB (Urban) Joe Soto, Lynne Haze KBUS (Rock Album) Julie Stevens, Jason X Las Vegas Audition – September 8 KVVU (FOX affiliate) Spoke to someone on the assignment desk, who thought it was

“cool.” E-mailed them the release for possible inclusion in the evening news.

Las Vegas Review-Journal Spoke to and e-mailed release to TV reporter Ken White, who

planned to use it. Las Vegas Sun Could not reach entertainment editor John Katsilometes, but e-

mailed release and left long message. Later got a call from their gossip reporter Tim McDarrah, requesting permission to cover the audition (granted).


KXTE (Xtreme radio) Chris Ripley, Jeff Anderson, Hardy, Taylor, Vladimir, Homie,

Shanker KLUC (Morning Zoo) Amy Sweet, Weasel, Enforcer, Wendy Joe (executive producer),

Tim Stevens,, Bo Jaxon, Chris Tracy KCEP (Urban) Was only able to e-mail to the station KOMP (Rock) Komp Morning Show, Big Marty, Frank Fredericks KMXB (AC) “Mark and Mercedes in the Morning,” Mark Mercedes, Jason

Rooney, Eric Roberts, Tom Mitchell, Charese Fruge, Kade, Justin Chase

KISS-FM Trejo, Nikki, Rik McNeil, Buckhead, Todd Michaels KSNE (AC) Tom Chase, Michael Neal, John Berry KKLZ (Classic Rock) Dan Lea, Kim Kelly, Bruno KMZQ (AC) Mornings with Melanie: Ty Sante, Ron Kirsh, Rick Kelly, Roger

Cary, Matt James San Diego Audition – September 8 FOX 6 Spoke to and e-mailed release to Jordan on the assignment desk for

possible use in the news. San Diego Union Spoke to TV editor Patrick McGrath, who said he would try to get

it in. North County Times TV writer Pam Kragen said she would try to get it placed

somewhere in the paper, as they only run TV news in the Sunday book, already closed.

KFSD (Rock Alternative) Rick Savage, Mike Halloran, Scott Riggs, Anya Marina XHTX (Top 40) Billy Blast, Mia, Sonny Boom Boom Loco, Tre, Rico, Robzilla KFMB (Hot AC) Jeff & Jer, Anita Rush, Greg, Jen, Rick Moorten KPLN (Classic Rock) Benny, Max, Moe, Cindy Place, Paul Quinn, Lisa Tyler, Tony

Martin KSON (country) Tony Randall, Kris Rochester


KYXY (AC) Sonny West, Susan DeVincent, Kevin Dean XTRA (Rock Alternative) Chris Cantore, Robin Roth, Hilary Schmidt, Chris Muckley

Pitching Progress Report Client: Fox’ “30 Seconds to Fame” Effective: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 A representative of Launch Radio Networks (a division of Yahoo) contacted me yesterday as a result of seeing our Branson release on PR Newswire, and asked for (and received) all of the information about the rest of our markets – which he disseminated to all of their stations in each city. Beginning with Chicago and Orlando, I have expanded the radio stations contacted to include any appropriate station in the market – rather than just those cited on the lists I was given by DP. I’ve also sent the release to every available DJ with an e-mail address across their schedules. New York Audition – Monday, August 26 New York Daily News TV Editor Richard Huff received the release and said they will try

to fit it in tomorrow. New York Post TV columnist Michael Starr already an item on the audition on

August 16. Newsday I e-mailed the release to TV editor Andy Edelstein and left a

message. Have not been able to reach him today. New York Times TV editor Mike Hale says they have no way of using the

announcement. The only section of the paper, he thought, that might use this kind of information would the their weekly city section, which has a long lead time.

Star Ledger TV editor Steve Hedgepath asked me to send it to Matt Seitz,

which I did yesterday and tried to call. Matt was not in today, so have no way of knowing if it’s running.

The Record TV coordinator Raymond Edel says they no longer have a TV

notes column, but he will consider it for their “People” in case they’re short on celebrity gossip tomorrow.


Staten Island Advance They’re between TV editors, so I was asked to send it to Carla

Barletto, who works nights. Will try to reach her this evening/ Westchester Journal News Entertainment Editor Pete Kramer said he would try to fit it in for

tomorrow. The Brooklyn Daily Eagle Sent the release to entertainment editor Raanen Geberer, but have

not been able to reach him by phone. WHTZ-FM (Z100) Danielle Monaro, who is part of the on-air “Elvis Duran & The Z

Morning Zoo” (plus hosts a weekend show), let me know she is definitely mentioning the audition tomorrow morning.

All of the other on-air personalities were e-mailed the release as well: John Bell, Christine Nagy, Skeery Jones, Shelley Wade, Paul “Cubby” Bryant, Romeo, Rick Davis, Sharon Stevens.

WPLJ-FM This is the station with Scott Shannon’s morning show. His

producer Bruce Goldberg was planning on getting the audition plugged tomorrow morning, then was told they couldn’t – as they’re owned by ABC and will be plugging their own TV fare.

I did also e-mail the release to all of their on-air personalities: Scott Shannon, Jamie Lee, Race Taylor, Kim Ashley, Dave Stewart, Joey Kramer, Jason Stewart, Lani Ford.

WKTU I left a long message for the morning show producer Michael Opelka, but have not received a call back. Meanwhile, all of the following – including morning host Goumba – have received it: Diane Prior, Broadway Bill Lee, Vic Latino, Julia, Charles Burger, Speedy and Joe Causi on weekends.

WBLS Left a long message for Gary Saunders, producer for “The Doug

Banks Morning Show.” Also e-mailed the release directly to on-air hosts Egypt, Wendy Williams, The After Party With Kid Capri, Tra’ Renee, Raymond Anthony, and Champaine.

WLTW-FM Spoke to morning host Bill Buchner’s producer, Morgan Pru, who

said they never do guests and probably will not be able to plug the audition. I also e-mailed the release directly to on-air hosts Bill Buchner, Al Bernstein, Valerie Smaldone, Steve Roy, JJ Kennedy, Robin Taylor, Rick Sommers.

WSKG-FM (Spanish) E-mailed the release to their morning show and news staff,

including Luis Jimenez, Raymond Reinoso, Gloria B, Tony Sanchez, Henry Familia, Janeiro Matos, J.I. Starr, Super Frank.


WXRK-FM The Howard Stern show is on vacation through next week. I did

also e-mail the release to on-air hosts Booker, Cabbie, Cane Peterson, Stuttering John, Matt Pinfield, Julie Slater, Liquid Todd

WQHT-FM Spoke at length with Miguel Candelaria, the producer of the “Star

and Buc Wild” morning show. He said they would consider plugging it. Also e-mailed the release directly to Star, Buc Wild, Angie Martinez, Funkmaster Flex, Fatman Scoop

Atlanta Audition – Monday, August 26 Atlanta Journal-Constitution TV Editor Howard Pousner responded “Kind of late notice, and we

don't have a TV notes column anymore, so we'll have to see...”

Gwinnett Daily Post I spoke with Rachael Mason, the entertainment editor, who said she will try to get it in tomorrow.

WZGC-FM (Classic Rock) Dave Marino, Art Mehring, Mara Davis, Kaedy Kiely Willard,

Durham, Adam Caskey, Alixa Jordan, Bob Bob, Charles Henry, Frank Madeo, Juli Devine, Kelly Sinclair, Mike Kane, Renee, Rich Lankenau, Robert Diaz, Tony (producer of “The Durhams”) and Chris Bannen (producer of the morning show). I also tried to reach Bannen by phone and left a long message.

WRAS-FM (Public radio) Alex Adan, News Director WPCH John Wetherbee, Steve Goss, Sandy Weaver WMXV-FM Tom Clark, JJ Jackson WSB-FM (Adult Contemporary) Kelly Stevens, Alpha Trivette, Nancy Richards, Jordan Graye,

Kelly McCoy, Michael Mithcell, Jason Durden WSTR-FM Steve McCoy, Vikki Locke, Mike Stiles, Kevin Steele, Craig Hunt,

Tripp West, Chris Carter, Michael Chase, Eric Lauer, Robert Stadler (News Director)

WKLS (Rock) Rim Rhodes, Larry Wachs, Tim Frasier (producer), Christopher

Rude, Big Woody, Nick Parsons WVEE (Urban Contemporary) Magic Man (no other e-mails available) WNNX-FM (New Rock) “The Morning X,” Barnes, Jimmy, Steve Craig, Axel, Touches,

Matt, Doug, Crash Clark, Todd the Butler (associate producer), Rich (associate producer), Jay, Jill, Calandro, Jessica Mark


Orlando Audition – Wednesday, August 28 Orlando Sentinel The release was sent to TV Editor Hal Boedeker and TV Editor

Mary Francis Emmens – but was not able to reach either by phone, despite many attempts. So don’t know if they used it.

Daytona News-Journal Kelly Vardamaskos says they only have a weekly TV book and the

deadline is passed. She had forwarded it to their city desk. Florida Today They both ran an announcement and are covering the audition with

a reporter and photographer. Ocala Star Banner TV editor Christopher Lloyd said he would try to find a spot in the

paper tomorrow for it. WPYO-FM (Top 40) This station is covering the audition in Orlando. I had e-mailed

Pauly and Monique (morning hosts), Bartel, Zannie K, and Lil Shawn.

WJHM-FM (Urban Cont.) DV Huk Her, Break A Dawn, Stacy Keith, Alexx Durp, Stevie

Demann, Jay Love, Tony C, Brion O’Brion WAOA-FM (Top 40) “Tim and Eric DeNiro in the Morning,” Bill Robbins, Larry

McKay, Rich O’Brien WXXL-FM (Top 40) Adam Cook, Alex Diaz, Chad Pitt, Kid Cruz, Grace Vasquez,

Hyla, Johnny Magic, Peter de Graaff, Renee, Uncle Johnny WJRR-FM (Rock) “The Fiasco with pat Lynch & Taco Bob,” “Middays with Crash,”

“Afternoons with Sideshow Dan,” “Evenings with Buckethead,” “Overnights,” Billy the Janitor, Lucy Leary, Kenny, Betty Rock, Ryan the Canadian, Vegas, DJ

WHOG-FM (Classic Rock) “Frank and Tracy,” Gary Meade, Tracy Dillon, Trevor Joe Lennon WMGF-FM (Lite Rock) Dave Collins (morning host), Leslye Gale, Ken Payne WCFB-FM (Urban Cont.) Joe Davis, JoJo, Max St. Clair WOCL-FM (Rock Alternative) Leno & Carter (morning show), Steve, Bobby, Mel Chicago Audition – Wednesday, August 28


Chicago Tribune Sent it to both Steve Johnson and TV editor Kevin Moore. Was

never able to reach either by phone. Chicago Sun-Times TV Editor Darel was planning to run the announcement it early

this week. Paddock Times Entertainment editor Ted Cox was definitely planning on running

the announcement yesterday; could not get her to move it up. Daily Southtown I sent the release to George Haas, and left him a long message

since he never answers his phone. WDRV-FM (classic hits) “The Drive” morning show, Kathy Voltmer (program director),

Steve Downes (morning host), Bob Stroud, Phil Manicki, Christine Moran, Allan Stagg.

WZSR-FM (AC) Michael Chew and Carol Vonn (morning hosts), Gary “The Bagel

Guy,” Darien Page, Carla Coulter WLLI-FM (Rock) “Lonny Tyler in the Morning,” Flounder, Matt, Brian Habinka WTMX-FM (AC) Eric and Kathy (morning hosts), Barry Keefe, Brian Peck, Mike

Roberts, Melissa McGurren, John Swanson, Cynthia Skolak, Dave Fogel

WNND-FM Kevin Gossett & Susan Wienceh (morning hosts), Jennifer

Stephens, Todd Ganz (producer), Scott Childers, Haynes Johns, John Symons, Ricky (producer), Robin Lewis

WLUP-FM (Rock) Pete McMurray (mornings), Cara Carriveau, Seaver, Jimmy

Novak, Mark Zander, and station program director WLIT-FM (Adult Cont.) Eric Richeke (asst. prog. dir.), Melissa Forman, Bill Leff, Jim

Gronemann (producer), Tony Lossano (asst. prod.), Rick Zurick, Delilah, Dave Hilton, Robin Rock

WKQX-FM (Rock Alternative) “Mancow’s Morning Madhouse,” Nikki, Fook, J. Love, Ryan WGCI-FM (Urban Cont.) Crazy Howard McGee (morning host); only deejay with e-mail. WGN-AM (News/talk) Spike O’Dell (morning host), Laura Hirsch (his producer), Juddy

Markey & Kathy O’Malley, Kurt Vanderah (producer), Steve Cochran, Steve Buchman (producer), John Williams, Matt Bubala (producer), Milt Rosenberg, Barry Regan (producer), Steve King, Johnnie Putnam, Denise Rybicki (producer), Tom Peterson (news director)


WVAZ-FM (Urban Cont.) Elroy Smith (program dir.), Wanda Wells (news dir.), Troi Tyler,

George Willborn, Bonnie DeShong, Tony Richards WZOK-FM Steve Shannon & Stef Troye (morning hosts), Jenna West, Joe

Limardi, Todd Chance, AJ Carson WBBM-FM Eddie & JoBo (morning hosts). Also sent to general address. No

other e-mails available. WBEZ-FM (NPR) “Eight Forty-Eight” morning show. WCKG-FM (Rock) Kevin Matthews, Steve Dahl, promotions dept. Miami Audition – Friday, August 30 Miami Herald They’re putting the announcement into their “Weekend” section

Friday morning. I tried to get them to run it earlier, but they declined.

Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel Spoke to A&E Editor Robin Berkowitz, who said she would try to

get it in. Fort Meyers News-Press They are definitely running the announcement. Entertainment

writer Denise Scott asked us to notify her if any of the contestants selected are from her area.

St. Petersburg Times Eric Eggans in the TV department said he got the release off of PR

Newswire and forwarded to their entertainment desk; he thought it would run.

Tampa Tribune Sent release to TV writer Walt Belcher and left long message. Boca Raton News Sent release to Skip Sheffield, the entertainment editor. Have not

been able to reach him. Key West Citizen Sent to Terry Schmida, entertainment editor. El Nuevo Herald (Spanish edition of Miami Herald) Sent to Olga O’Connor. WZTA (Rock Alternative) “Paul & Young Ron” (morning show), Glenn Richard (producer),

Flee, Granzig WEAT Joe Martell, Linda Rome, Sunny Quinn, Tim Byrd, Delilah WBGG (Classic Rock – Howard Stern’s station) Judie T, Brie (only ones with e-mails)


WHQT (Urban) Rodney Biltmore, Karen Vaughn, K.O., Paula, U.B. Rodriquez,

Snap, Freddie Cruz, Demas, Sarge, Tanto Irie, Fang WPOW (Urban) Liquid, DJ Laz, Teddy T, Lucy Lopez, Chi Chi, DJ Opie, Ms. Phat

Booty, Tony the Tiger, DJ Holliday, Jason the Mini Mixx WZZR (Talk) “Josh Cohen & the Home Team,” Josh, Lexxus, Dennis Janes

(producer), “Monsters of the Midday,” “The Drew Garabo Show.” WMKK (Urban) General address. No deejays available. (Located in Key Largo) WJNX-AM (Talk) Art Butler, Dave Shaw WIOD (News/Talk) Art Riley, Brooke Austin, “The Schmitt Show” KISS (Country) “Coffey in the Morning,” Darlene Evans, Gator, Debbie, Blair

Garner WFLC-FM (The Coast) Barbette Fiera and Julie Guy (morning show), Bruce Wayne, Jesse

Kage WAIL-FM (Classic Rock) Hoebee; only one available. WEOW-FM (Top 40) Rude Girl, Chris Marino, Bill Bravo WKEY-FM (Adult Cont.) “The Breakfast Club” WHYI-FM (Top 40) Nikki Nite, Michael Yo Branson Audition – Friday, August 30 Branson TriLakes Daily News The editor, Wade Quick, was annoyed that his competitor in

town got the release first (through the Majestic Theater) and ran it last weekend. Quick was going to run the announcement anyway, using their local Chamber of Commerce for comment. (Seems they’ve had bad experiences with TV shows coming to town; I alerted JP to this immediately.)

Tulsa World Sent release to Rita Sherrow, TV Editor, and left a long message. St. Louis Post-Dispatch TV editor Gail Pennington said they’ve already run the

announcement. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette TV editor Rosemary Boggs said they will try to get it into Michael

Storey’s TV column tomorrow.


Kansas City Star TV writer Aaron Barnhart forwarded it to their arts and music

editors, but wasn’t “optimistic” it would get in, because of the 3.5 hour drive to Branson (i.e. it’s not “local” to them)

Springfield News Leader Spoke to Becky Riegel, who said she should be able to get it in. Also sent to the following small newspapers in the area: West Plain Quill, Lake Sun Leader,

Lebanon Daily Record, Monett Times, The Rolla Daily News, Waynesville Daily Guide

KXUS-FM (Rock/Album) Jim Wesley, Ezell, Mark McClain, Rockin Randy Baron KZRQ-FM George Spankmeister KADI-FM (Adult Cont.) Rod Kittleman, Bridget Scott, Andy Collins, Gary Mac, John

Brown KGBX-AM (Adult Cont.) Woody & Janet (morning show), Dave Roberts, Delilah, Paul

Kelly, Mike Morgan

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