All Entries in the "radio" Category
The WDAY NFL “Experts” Competition Getting Nasty
It started out as fun. I called us the WDAY Cast of Characters (this includes Jeff Kolpack from the Forum…he’s also on WDAY and he’s definitely a character). We’d pick three or four NFL games every week with the winner getting dinner bought at the Fargo-Moorhead restaurant of his/her choosing. Now, just three weeks into the [...]
The Favre Factor on WDAY (video)
I was on the air this morning when the biggest announcement in the history of the world came through our newsroom. It aired on ESPN, the BBC…even a baby yak that speaks English helped Sherpas in Nepal understand the significance of the moment: Brett Favre is back and he signed with the Minnesota Vikings. After [...]
Eye on Monday: The Radio Station
The word on the street is that the station in the picture above is where I work in Fargo. I’m here to confirm…it’s not. Repeat: This is not WDAY. There are no mountains in, around or near Fargo. I’ll admit, the person looking out the window in the light green building does look like me [...]
The First CG Column at The Forum
Beginning today, my weekly column appears every Sunday in Fargo’s daily newspaper, The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. It’s a wonderful opportunity to continue fulfilling a creative passion of mine: Writing. And although my plate is nearly full, with work on my radio program and now writing for the paper, it’s not that full that I won’t have [...]
The Daily Rundown for The CG Program
WDAY and Area Voices have set up a site for my radio program that will now be the home for your morning update on guests, topics, features and other goodies on the show that day. My producer, Erik Matson, has graciously taken on the responsibility of putting it together every day. Although he doesn’t gripe, he does [...]
The CG Program: Friday, July 24
On today’s program, we’ll attempt to restore order after yesterday’s rollicking mayhem with James Denton, Jay Thomas and Tracy Briggs. Man crushes, stolen security cards and James timing yellow lights in boxer shorts before heading to the studio to film Desperate Housewives…it’s A to Z on this program! So then, on the program today we [...]
The CG Program: Thursday, July 23
On today’s program, Stormtracker Meteorologist Rob Kupec joins me in studio filling in for the vacationing Daryl Richison. Also, it’s New Music Thursday. However – I’m told by our crack staff (Erik) that our musical guests may…may…not be able to make it in this morning. Apparently, due to some scheduling conflicts, we’re looking at a [...]
The CG Program: Wednesday, July 22
On today’s program, Dr. Neale Fretwell (Head Companion Animal Geneticist at Mars Veterinary) joins us to talk about DNA for animals. He developed the Wisdom Panel MX test. Put another way, it’s the gold standard in mixed-breed genetic identification for dogs. He was scheduled to be with us yesterday but travel delays kept him from [...]
The CG Program: Tuesday, July 21
On today’s program, our Tuesday regular, WDAY First News anchor and Goodwill Ambassador to The Christopher Gabriel Program, Chastity Walberg joins me in studio. Also, Dr. Neale Fretwell (Head Companion Animal Geneticist at Mars Veterinary) joins us to talk about DNA for animals. He developed the Wisdom Panel MX test. Put another way, it’s the [...]
The CG Program: Monday, July 20
On today’s program, our Monday Sports Wrap regular, Dom Izzo, returns! Well…we think he returns. He’s back from vacation but the question remains: Is he back in the CG fold or, do we need to go to the bullpen and bring in the closer, Stephanie Goetz? Find out in hour number two. Also, we’ve been [...]
The CG Program: Friday, July 17
On today’s program, we’ll be going live to the news conference announcing the merger of MeritCare and Sanford Health. We’ll talk about it with Al Amodt and break down the bullet points. And we’ll want to hear from you on whether or not you think this will be a good thing for our area. On [...]
The CG Program: Thursday, July 16
On Thursday’s program, I’ll be broadcasting live from the Fargo Street Fair. This will be my first broadcast out in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Being that I’m only six weeks into the program, I think it’s a safe bet a version of the following conversation will take place: A: Who is this guy? B: I don’t know. [...]
The CG Program: Wednesday, July 15
On Wednesday’s program, I’ll welcome Michelle Kittleson in studio. She’s stopping by to discuss Viking Village 2009. We’ll also have our weekly Simple Tips for Green Living with syndicated Green Living writer Wendy Gabriel…same last name, same household. Our talkers include last night’s MLB All-Star Game. Does the game still hold magic for you? Also, [...]
The CG Program: Monday, July 13
On Monday’s Christopher Gabriel Program, we’ll be talking about a searing article from the Wall Streat Journal written by former speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan, Peggy Noonan. Ms. Noonan’s topic: Sarah Palin. I’ve not seen anything quite as vicious as what what was written here…and remember, Peggy Noonan is a conservative writer working for a very conservative paper. Also, Forum Editor [...]
The CG Program: Friday, July 10
On Friday’s Christopher Gabriel Program, we’ll be introducing a new weekly feature, the working title being The WDAY Archives. WDAY has been on the air for 87 years. During that time, the list of broadcasters, entertainers and variety acts that have graced AM 970 is endless. Every Friday we’ll offer a brief look back at the [...]
The Christopher Gabriel Program: Shooting High at WDAY (video)
I thought it might be nice to take a moment to reflect on the direction and goals for my new radio program at AM 970 WDAY in Fargo (ND).
Christopher Gabriel Program, Meet Facebook
I knew it would happen. I just knew it. My producer here at 970 WDAY, the multi-talented, very sharp, very clever and somewhat devious Erik Matson, has put up what is apparently called The Christopher Gabriel Program Fan Page on………………….. Facebook. In Fargo, No One Can Hear You Scream. It wasn’t that long ago I [...]
CG to WDAY and Fargo Update
Greetings to all of you! I don’t normally put personal messages on Blog Harbor but with so many wonderful emails sending good wishes to me and my family as we transition to Fargo, I wanted to give everyone a quick update. To me, this is a far better way to reach out to everyone as opposed [...]
Eye on Monday: Bison in North Dakota
I knew all about Bison in North Dakota. I knew there were a lot of them and I knew it was North Dakota State University’s nickname. And all the people at my new home, AM 970 WDAY, told me “By the way, you’re going to hear some crazy stories about giant, mutant Bison . . [...]
The Christopher Gabriel Program: Shooting High at WDAY (video)
I thought it might be nice to take a moment to reflect on the direction and goals for my new radio program at AM 970 WDAY in Fargo (ND).
CGabriel and Blog Harbor: Change is in the Air
For those of you who are regular visitors to Blog Harbor, you’ve probably noticed a little less activity here over the past week or so. Several days ago, the normal Eye on Monday feature was no where to be found. And the same for today, as The Farmland Almanac with Harrison Beillor is not running in its [...]
