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listen to 'em. You argue with 'em. You laugh with 'em.
Now, find out a little about 'em! In no particular order, here are the people that make WTBQ great!
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Jeff Berkman
Jeff hosts Wednesday's
Roundtable Show from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Jeff brings his
political expertise to the airwaves as he keeps the phone lines
busy with callers looking to join in the conversation.
Paul Byrne
Paul
is the host of "A Drop of the Irish" every Sunday from noon til 1 PM. He carries on the tradition
of playing the best Irish music along with interviews of local
and national Irish bands. Past guests have included the Dublin City Ramblers, Paddy Noonan, Tommy Tiernan, Des Bishop, Gaelic Storm, The Pogues, Flogging Molly, St. James' Gate, MacGillicudy Reeks, Andy Cooney and Margo O'Donnell, with many more big names coming up!
As Paul Byrne says:
"It's the ONLY Irish show in Orange County
(that counts!)"
Bill
Johnson
Bill
has the only farming talk show in Orange County. This is local programming at its best! You can hear
Bill and his guests every Thursday from 12:30 PM til 1:00 PM
The Bossman and his
co-host Lorraine host the Tuesday Roundtable from 9:00 AM until
10:00 AM. Jerry Boss retired from the N.Y.S. Police as Senior Investigator after 23 years of service. He was then employed with the U.S. Dept. of Justice/Drug Enforcement Admin. Jerry's career encompassed years of undercover assignments involving organized crime and narcotic investigations. Jerry was decorated by the United States Attorney General in Washington D.C. for outstanding service to the United States.
Radio Veteran Chris Cordani brings
back the classic music of the 1980s to a fan base greatly underserved by the genericness of today’s mainstream radio.
"The Revenge of the 80's"
Fridays from 7 til 9 PM.
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John Moultrie
Mr. "Orange County", John has been a local radio celebrity since the early 80's and mc's many charity functions and concerts.
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Marguerite Dunne
Marguerite is the "Urban Herbalist".
Learn about the medicinal use of herbs
and the herbal and alternative health industries. Listen to her
half-hour informative radio show
Tuesdays at 12:30 PM,
brought to you by Nature's Pantry.
Her online store is a marketplace for
hard to find real healing herbs:
www.herbs-on-hudson.com |
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Dick Wells
Dick is a radio veteran having worked at WTBQ during the early days of Ed Kline.
Today, his Saturday morning program is a mix of adult standard hits, including Frank Sinatra, and conversation with area business owners. The program airs from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM.
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Frank Lowell
The host of "Anything Goes",
Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Frank picks a topic for a show, and matches the music to that topic | |
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Clark Howard
Clark Howard is unique.
He truly cares about his listeners as he passes along information that will help you "Save More, Spend Less, and Avoid Getting Ripped Off".
Clark is on weekdays from 2:00 til 4:00 PM.
On his website, you can ask questions, get information on a variety of topics, apply for his free newsletter, and view tons of photos.
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June Evers & Beasley
June Evers is co-host of "Horse Talk"
Saturday mornings from 8:00 til 9:00 AM. Besides owning horses of her own, she is an author and owner of Horse Hollow Press
in Florida, New York
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Frank De Raffele
Frank is Founder/President of the ProActive Leadership Center, a personal and professional development firm. Frank is the Executive Director (Franchise Owner) of BNI Hudson Valley which he founded in 1995.
BNI today has over 20 local chapter locations with over 400 members. In 2007, the members of BNI generated over 5,000 referrals which created over $8,000,000 worth of business. Frank is the host of the "Entrepreneurial Excellence Radio Show", Mondays at 5:00 PM. He is an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, trainer and CEO performance coach.
Frank has a B.S. Degree in Speech Communications from Syracuse University
He enjoys reading, writing, meditation, boating and golf. Frank has been training and teaching traditional karate since he was 17 years old and now holds a 6th Degree Black Belt from Okinawa, Japan.
Gene Ladd
Gene "The Herb Man" Ladd joins
Benoit Turpin at Pleasant Stone Farm.
Tune in for
"Living Green, Living Healthy"
Mondays from 12:30 PM until 1:00 PM. |
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Hawkeye
Sunday mornings from 7:00 AM until 9:00AM, It's the Hawkeye Show!
Songs you won't find anywhere else, his own take on the news, jokes, and
"The Wilsons of Warwick"
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Judy Battista
Host of "Latin Jubilee" Saturdays at 5PM,
a bi-lingual show of Latin music and culture.
She also created "Jubilee Presents", where anyone can learn to dance. Classes range from the Tango to Hip-Hop. Check it out: www.jubileepresents.com
Nat the Cat
Natalie Gubala displays the Village of Florida's proclamation of "Nat the Cat Day" during the hurricane relief effort of 2005. Natalie spins the Polish tunes Sundays at 10:00 AM during
"The Natalie Gubala Polka Fun Show."
You can e-mail Natalie here.
Join Natalie overnights from 2:00 AM til
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The Air Pirates Theater
Paul Ellis has created the Air Pirates Theater. Original and classic radio plays are performed live in front of an audience and recorded for radio airplay. The audience participates by providing the many sound effects for the play.
Bob O'Brien
Bob is "The Best of the Best" and is featured weekdays at 11:30 AM. Find amazing fun facts from the king of trivia.
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Robb LoForese
Robb has been in the automotive industry for over 25 years covering both retail and wholesale areas of responsibilities. Most recently, Robb was General Manager and Vice-President for Volvo Cars of North America representing 157 retailers and over 50% of Volvo's annual sales volume. Robb currently operates Country Saab in Florida, New York (with his partner Frank Petrucci of Country Chevy, Warwick, NY) and brings his years of experience into his show:
"Wall Street Automotive Industry News and Observations"
Tuesdays at 4 PM.
David Dirks
Since 1999, David has been the outdoor columnist for the Times Herald-Record. He has published in American Angler, NY Game and Fish Magazines and authored several books on bass and trout fishing. He is also the producer of the "Tying Flies in the Catskill Tradition" DVD series. His weekly "Dirks Outdoors Radio Show" features local, regional and national experts and personalities. Hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping are just some of the activities that will be covered. Don't start your weekend without checking out Dirks Outdoors every Saturday morning
from 7 til 8 AM.
Pat O'Dwyer
Host of Friday's Roundtable from 9:00 AM til 10:00 AM. Political talk, interviews and conversation, and, you're always invited to
call-in.
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Jimmy Sturr
Host of "Polka Session",
Sundays, 11:00 til 12 Noon.
Jimmy is a resident of Florida, New York.
He has also won 17 Grammy Awards!
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Rich Ball
Rich Ball is the afternoon drive personality.
You can hear him weekdays. Rich also makes appearances on many of the daily talk shows on WTBQ.
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Rob McLean ("RMc")
Rob is the News Director at WTBQ.
He also co-anchors the news during
"The Frank Truatt Radio Show."
Check out Rob's own very outdated web site:
robandmia.com
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Denice and Joe host "Never Stop Traveling" every Wednesday from 5 PM to 6 PM.
Hear about great travel offers, listen to those involved in the travel industry and learn how to make your next vacation
a pay-cation
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Michael Sweeton
For six years, Michael has been the Town Supervisor of Warwick, and the owner of the General's Garden for 25 years in the Town of Warwick. He is a past director of the Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce, past president of the Warwick Jaycees, member of the Warwick Valley Rotary Club, the Warwick Historical Society, the Orange County Planning Board, and voting member of the O.C. Transportation Council. He has also served on the Orange County Farmland Protection Board. Mike brings his vast knowledge about Warwick into a local business show,
Mondays at 1:30 PM,
called "Takin' Care of Business".
Steve Powell
Steve hosts "Marketing by Design",
Tuesdays at 12:30 PM til 1:00 PM.
Steve also runs the Co-operate Marketing Group. You can find out more about Steve's business at www.co-oper8.net
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Tai Aguirre
Tai is the host of "The Ex-Pat Show",
Saturdays at 12:30 PM, radio's first real global show! Ex-Pat's are Americans living in foreign countries. To find out more, visit Tai's website at www.theexpatshow.com |
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Teddy Smith
Teddy is the host of the "Teddy Smith Show" Saturday afternoons.
Teddy is also the midnight dj at WTBQ, weeknights at midnight til 2:00 AM.
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Dr. Wodka
Dr. "Mike" is a Middletown Podiatrist, the host of "Health Matters", Thursdays from 1 til 2 PM.
Sponsored by
The Orange Regional Medical Center.
He interviews local practicioners and specialists, as well as a wide range of healthcare professionals. Call in and get
FREE MEDICAL ADVICE!
As Dr. Wodka always says, "Your well-being depends on being well informed" To learn more about foot care, check out his website: www.doctorwodka.com.
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Neal Boortz
For those of you who don't know, Neal Boortz has been a Talk Show Host in Atlanta, Georgia since 1969. This Pennsylvania native has over four million listeners nationwide.
Neal will get you mad, but in a nice way!
Neal is on weekdays from 10:00 AM til Noon.
The official Boortz homepage has Nealz Nuze,
a way to get his free newsletter and lots of pictures!
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Shannon Devereaux Sanford
Shannon's Corner airs every Wednesday from 1:00 PM til 2:00 PM.
She is the author of the book "Parent's Guide to Hudson Valley Schools: Orange & Sullivan County" She talks about our options and choices in all areas of our lives.
A graduate of the London School of Journalism, Shannon has lived most of her adult life in Manhattan where she earned a Certificate of Journalism from New York University and attended Columbia University.
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Paul Harvey
Paul Harvey has said that he was raised in radio newsrooms. During his time in those newsrooms, he has broadcast the news to millions, built an active professional life and established himself as one of the foremost newsmen in the business.
Tune in for radio veteran Paul Harvey
weekdays at 8:30 AM for "News and Comment", 12:06 PM for the "Mid-day Report" and 3:30 PM for "The Rest of the Story"
Tony Houston
Tony Houston in his weekly appearance on the Friday edition of
the Frank Truatt Radio Show.
Tony is a former Town Supervisor for Warwick and is the king of trivia.
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Souzie Miller is a native of Australia, or Oz as the Australians like to call it.
She is the host of "Mellow Brick Road"
heard Fridays at 5 PM,
with Australian guests, music and stories including local artists and entertainers.
She is also an author with the pen name of Siam Miller and has released her latest book called "The Path". (Available at Amazon.com).
Joy Hansen
and the
Teen Talk Hosts
Teen Talk is a program run by area teens.
They interview guests and talk about issues relevant to teenagers.
Joy Hansen is the producer of this
award winning show.
Tune in Saturdays at 11:30 AM for Teen Talk.
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Barry Traub has had the “sports bug” his whole life. “My earliest sports memories involve Joe Namath, Mickey Mantle, Eddie Giacomin and Muhamad Ali.” “Hanging out at the bus stop for the school bus to arrive, you had to listen to Howard Cosell, Speaking of
Sports.” As an attorney, Barry also brings a different viewpoint regarding sports. “I hope to bring sports talk to WTBQ with a sense of respect for all of our listeners and look forward to a long relationship with my audience.
It's "Speaking of Sports", Thursdays at 6 PM.
Dr. O.
Listen to Dr. O. Saturdays from 2 til 3 pm.
He takes calls from listeners and gives free medical advice!
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Steven Neuhaus
Steven Neuhaus has spent over a decade in public service. After college,Neuhaus began working for the Newburgh City Managers Office. He has also served as Deputy Village Manager in the Village of Walden. In 2003, Neuhaus was elected Town Councilman and re-elected in 2005. He is the Supervisor in the Town of Chester since 2007. Neuhaus is a member of the Stewart Airport Commission, Hudson Valley Boy Scouts Council Dinner Committee, volunteer firefighter and former board member of the Orange County Land Trust. He is currently Chairman of the Town of Chester Republican Committee. Neuhaus also serves as an Ensign in the United States Navy Reserves. He holds a BA from Mount Saint Mary College and a MPA from Marist College. Neuhaus lives in Chester with his wife Rachel. Join Steven Wednesdays at 12:30 PM for "The "Steve Neuhaus Show".
Trish Frisbie, former host of "Ask Trish"
hosts a new era program called
"The Trish Frisbie Show" with celebrities, best selling authors, and special features like "The Frisbie Follies" which highlights new and upcoming talent with bigger venues benefitting charities planned. New and upcoming artists should contact Trish by e-mail here.
Devin Kirschner is a portrait photographer located in Vernon, NJ.
Devin has worked with top members of the New York Giants, New York Knicks, New Jersey Devils and their families.
Examples of his work can be seen on his website, www.devinphoto.com.
Tune in Saturdays from 3:30 til 4:00 for “Shots with Devin”, a radio show intended to inspire and educate. “Shots with Devin” will help take the mystery out of photography and put the fun into it!
Debra Pearlman
Don't be fooled by her good looks! Debra brings over 25+ years of sales experience to her show "Unlock Your Sales Potential". Listen Tuesdays between 5:00 - 6:00 PM to hear strategies in bringing your sales revenue and profit margins to the next level. Debra is CEO/Owner of DP Sales Pro Consulting.
Eli Gold is the host of "Nascar Live" every Tuesday at 7 PM.
Eli has hosted the program since 1982.
Hear the drivers and their crews
talk with Eli and his listeners.
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Carly is a native of Monroe, New York.
This Monroe-Woodbury graduate received her degree in communications from Mount Saint Mary College. Carly has also been at K-104 for over 4 years. Join her Saturdays and
E-mail Carly here
Aaron Braunstein makes a daily appearance on the Frank Truatt Morning Show at 6:50 AM.
Check out his amazing website here!
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Mike Speed is WTBQ's NASCAR reporter.
Hear Mike Mondays and Fridays at 8:45 AM for the latest Sprint Cup info, great trivia and racing odds for the week during
Rob McLean's sports report.
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Ana Carter hosts "Ana's Jam and Movie Reviews" which airs Thursdays at 7 PM.
Ana reviews several movies each week and
spins new and classic R&B.
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Tom Furci
The "Magic of the 80s" Hosted by Tom Furci, is a weekly 2-hour journey back to the days of Rambo and Ronald Reagan. Tom features the best AC hits from the 1980s along with artist interviews and sound clips from the decade.
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Shari Forst is a Board Certified Behaviorist
and is formally educated in applied canine behavior. She has 20 years of experience dealing with all types of training and behavior issues in every age and breed of dog.
On her show "Canine Case Squad", Saturdays from 3 PM til 3:30 PM, Shari will be discussing how to recognize and resolve every canine problem from A - Z, with a host of veterinarians and other guests
Frank Fornario hosts
"Life, Love & Chocolate Chip Cookies",
on the Monday Roundtable at 9:00 AM.
Frank and his in-studio guests have an informative discussion on a wide range of topics. Frank is an Orange County Legislator, retired teacher, line dancer, amateur actor, occasional game show host, a real estate agent for Prudential-Rand in Goshen, and; of course, a baker of chocolate chip cookies!
The Prime Time Gang is Benzee, Dr. Tom Littner and Uncle Buck. Hear in-studio guests and callers from all over the world as you get "primed" for the weekend. It's Prime Time every Friday at 12:30 PM.
Psychic Moments with Cyndee airs every Wednesday at 4:00 PM. Cyndee has made many predictions, and seems to be tuned into the future..... Maybe your future!
She takes calls and will amaze you!
    
MRN radio brings you NASCAR Racing on radio! Listen weekly to Barney Hall, Winston Kelley, Danielle Frye, Joe Moore, Mike Bagley and the rest of the MRN crew.
Lee and Lisa of the Warwick Valley Humane Society talk about animal adoption.
Monday at 4 with Rich Ball and John Moultrie
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Ann-Marie Pennings is the Wednesday co-host of the Frank Truatt Morning Show. When she's not on the air, she is a
Real Estate Agent.
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Paul Ellis
Paul Ellis has worked in what he refers to as "The Show Business" for 35 years. Trained as a theatre director with Lee Strassberg, Jullian Beck and Jean Claude Van Ittalie, he has directed more than 70 plays. Paul is a
long-time advocate for community based arts.
Mr. Ellis has been the Executive Director of First Night Montclair for 15 years and was recently honored by the International Alliance of First Nights for the longest services as a First Night Director in the world. Married for over 23 years to Peggy, they built their own Sugar Loaf home on eight wooded acres. They live there with their son Max, a college student majoring in biology.
Paul hosts Culture Connection with John Moultrie Fridays from 4 til 5 PM.
Cheryl Rogowski is reinventing the role of the family farm in America. She is an entrepreneur who has revitalized the character of family farming as a commercial enterprise and as an engine of community development.
Visit the W. Rogowski Farm
on Glenwood Road in Pine Island.
Cheryl hosts "Farming, It's not just Agriculture", Tuesdays at 1:30 PM.
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"John on Sports "
airs every Saturday afternoon at 5 PM.
Pictured here, John Gottlieb talks sports with athletes, sports writers, and his listeners.
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Sue Pinieri is part of the WTBQ Sales Staff. Affectionately called "Sue P. Sales", you may see Sue traversing the roads of Orange County on the way to a client
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Denice Davis is a Health Kinesiologist, who brings an alternative view to everyday life issues such as parenting, relationships, and self awareness on her program
"Positive Perspectives"
every Wednesday from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. |
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Jon Stein is the host of "Hootenanny Cafe", Fridays at 6 PM.
(Re-broadcast Saturdays at 11 PM)
This show highlights local artists and folk singers, new and old.
Jon also books talent and tunes pianos.
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Sister Anna has brought "The Garden of the Child" to radio. Every Saturday at 11:10 AM, Sister Anna reads a childrens story and the students from area schools talk about it.
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Sandy
Sandy is the producer of "Health Matters" with Dr. Wodka Thursdays from 1:00 PM til 2:00 PM. Besides producing and arranging guests for the show, she also joins in the conversation.
Rafael Nieves
Rafael was an original member of WTBQ's "Teen Talk Show".
After Teen Talk, he joined the U.S. Army,
for which he currently still serves.
Rafael is also a member of the
Warwick Volunteer Fire Department.
He coordinates WTBQ's Youth Program and
is WTBQ's studio engineer on Saturdays.
Dr. Robert Weltman hosts "Spititual Healing" Thursdays at 4:00 PM.
God directed Dr. Weltman to create the Christian Laity Foundation through which God's healing methods and instruction could be directed.
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