FAN960 general purpose thread

[J pold]

Originally Posted by darockwilder

I actually enjoyed the guy who had that show before Jason, I think the guys name was Todd Wright

That was honestly one of the best sports talk radio shows I've ever heard. I was so disappointed when they canned Todd.

[Northendzone]

the other day i also noticed how many times pete hums and haaws while doing a radio intereview, but hardly at all while doing a flames broadcast.

wonder what the difference for him is? maybe he is more mentally prepared for a flames game.

while he may not be perfectly smooth on the radio, i too like his stories.

[Austin Powers]

Originally Posted by darockwilder

I actually enjoyed the guy who had that show before Jason, I think the guys name was Todd Wright

I liked Wright also.


"All night, with Todd Wright on ESPN radio"

I liked Smith too.

[Austin Powers]

Originally Posted by Northendzone

the other day i also noticed how many times pete hums and haaws while doing a radio intereview, but hardly at all while doing a flames broadcast.

wonder what the difference for him is? maybe he is more mentally prepared for a flames game.

while he may not be perfectly smooth on the radio, i too like his stories.

Id say its just Maher being a bit out of his element.

I know hes tons of interviews over the years, but hes still at his best when hes calling Flames game, he's in his element.

[taco.vidal]

One of the morning show guys was apologizing today for comments he made yesterday. I didnt catch the whole thing. Who was it and what did he say yesterday? It seemed like it may have related to Saskatchewan.

[macker]

"Not going there Boomer" went there

[calgaryrocks]

probably the comment regarding how he hoped the Riders plane would crash on the way to Calgary...

see the 2012 CFL reg. season thread where it is being discussed

[Bigtime]

He said that? What an idiot.

[Erick Estrada]

Originally Posted by calgaryrocks

probably the comment regarding how he hoped the Riders plane would crash on the way to Calgary...

see the 2012 CFL reg. season thread where it is being discussed

Yep. He was just doing his anti-Rider schtick towards Warrener. He may have gone a little too far but if you listen to the show with any regularity you would know he was just kidding around.

Apparently Rider nation is all up in arms and we all know how big their voice is. Go to any CFL poll on who was the performer of the week or best QB in the league and it will be Dressler or Durant at the top despite neither being remotely worthy.

[Knut]

Might need a Boomer replacement too after he told Walker and Warrener that he hopes the riders get into a plane crash on the way to Calgary this weekend. He only wished for 4 deaths of players and none to women, children and plane crew though.

[North East Goon]

Originally Posted by Hesla

Might need a Boomer replacement too after he told Walker and Warrener that he hopes the riders get into a plane crash on the way to Calgary this weekend. He only wished for 4 deaths of players and none to women, children and plane crew though.

He was joking, I as a staunch Riders fan could tell the nature of those comments. I hope he doesnt get rail-roaded out of town for those comments.

[ozzy]

I read this on facebook today:

"During the morning show on Wednesday, November 7th, on Sportsnet 960 The FAN, our morning show host, Dean "Boomer" Molberg made an offside comment about the Saskatchewan Roughriders. It was a misguided attempt at humour. Our station, our company and of course myself as the program director do not condone this comment. It was uncalled for and embarrassing for our entire staff here at the station. I would like to offer my sincere apology to go along with Dean's on air apology that was aired today.

Kelly Kirch - Program Director"

[Erick Estrada]

Originally Posted by North East Goon

He was joking, I as a staunch Riders fan could tell the nature of those comments. I hope he doesnt get rail-roaded out of town for those comments.

The province of Saskatchewan is up in arms lol. You gotta love Rider nation.

[jschick88]

Here is Boomer's apology letter.

https://www.facebook.com/sportsnet96...47469848600503

[CedarMeter]

From Dean (Boomer) Molberg:

I’m writing this letter of apology in regards to the unacceptable comments towards the Saskatchewan Roughriders I made during our morning show on Sportsnet 960 The Fan on Wednesday, November 7th.

It was an attempt at being funny, which in the end was neither funny nor appropriate. Not even close. It was clearly not thought out, for if it was I’d have never said it. There is no excuse for it, and I’m not in any way looking to defend my actions. This was in no way, shape or form a ratings ploy or an attempt to garner attention to myself or the radio station. I made a mistake.
...
I would like to firstly apologize to the Saskatchewan Roughriders Football Club, staff, players and family and fans. My comments are no doubt troubling to you all, and as someone who has a young family myself, I hope you can understand the regret I have for saying them. I made a huge error in judgment and very sincerely wish no harm to any of you. We are all appreciative of the rivalry that exists between these two clubs, and I unfortunately made a terrible choice in an attempt to add fuel to it.

I wish to apologize to Lyle Bauer, John Hufnagel and everyone involved with the Calgary Stampeders Football Club. The Stampeders are a first rate organization, and I’m sorry that my foolish comments are something that you have to deal with at any time, let alone this close to the biggest game of your season. I’d like to specifically apologize to Stamps offensive lineman Edwin Harrison. My comments would be especially troubling to you given the loss of your grandfather. To all at the Stampeders office, I hope you can understand the remorse that I feel for involving you in this.

I also need to issue an apology to the Canadian Football League and its members. The League has done amazing work during this historic season to celebrate its rich history en route to the 100th Grey Cup. I have watched the CFL since my childhood and have wonderful memories of watching games with my family. I’m deeply sorry that because of my comments, even a small amount of attention will come away from the playoff games and be focused elsewhere.

I apologize to Rogers Communications, Sportsnet 960 – The Fan, Kelly Kirch, and all members of our staff. We work incredibly hard to bring a product to the air that we can be proud of. On Wednesday, I said something that instead, brought embarrassment to us all. I made a foolish decision and now the entire family and staff are subject to this awkward situation. To our listeners, I hope you don’t take this isolated set of circumstances and make a conclusion about me or our station.

This may seem like a hollow gesture to some, but I can assure you it is extremely heartfelt. I am deeply rattled by what has happened. This was not premeditated or meant in a serious manner what so ever. It was a throw away comment at the end of a segment, that I very much regret. -Dean
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[hah]

The station should have milked it until at least after the game. Very poor taste, but made for good shock radio.

Rogers should probably can Boomer, and revamp the whole station for the new year.

And please do not bring in Loubardias, Francis, Kerr or Billions, perhaps Ken Newans, Bart Dailley or Bill Powers are available.

[GreenLantern2814]

^^^ Is this really the society we've crafted? Throwaway, nothing comments that aren't in any way serious now have to be apologized for?

Let me try this. 'Boy that Hitler, bit of a tool but made some good points!'

Who wants an apology? Good lord, the only guys on the Fan who TRY to be remotely interesting, and even that's not enough. What is it about this culture, when anyone tries anything remotely out of the norm, the masses either demand an apology or become oversensitive freaks?

Remember Bad Mouth Bettman, the sketch Richards did during the last lockout? That was as funny as anything Loveline, Howard Stern, O&A or Kevin & Bean have ever done, yet he nearly got booted off the air twice for it. WTF.

Boomer, I hope whoever made you write that apology is one of the four you allowed to perish on this weekends' flight. JFC.

[The Goon]

Yeah, I just got an email from Fan 960 and I came here to find out what he was apologizing for.

Definitely an over the line comment, but the apology is comprehensive (to say the least) and hopefully everyone just moves on.

[mikeecho]

When does Kirsh offer an apology for the rest of the 960 train wreck

[Table 5]

Silly comment, but that's quite the over-reactionary apology. Pretty sure that 3000 essay could've been condensed down to 15.