Answer to Frank's Fun Factoid
In case you missed it here is Thursday's edition of
Frank's Fun Factoid
"34% of people have gone to work with one of these on. What is it?
Extra Clue: clothing
Final Clue: embarrassing
Answer: a price tag still attached to their clothes
Some of Bob Barkers Infamous Moments on the Price is......Creepy?
The PRICE IS .....creepy?
Video for today's twisted tune!!!
R-E-M released "It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)" back in 1987, but this new parody of the classic song has us actually believing it.
Plan your pranks early for April Fools day. Get some ideas here!
The secret of a GREAT April Fool's joke is pre-planning. That's
why pranksters should start planning NOW.
Talk to the guys at www.Prankplace.com. You might call them expert
pranksters. From a urinal cake with your boss's picture on it to
the old exploding pens and fake poop, these guys know pranks.
Three Stooges take over the A-Team's job? Check out this Movie Trailer Mix Up!!
Two of my favorite bits of pop culture will both be making a comeback this year! Movie adaptations of the three stooges and The A-Team will be hitting the big screen in 2010. The Stooges take me back to my days as a kid when I used to head down to the old Strand or Towne Cinema theatres to catch a matine with my brother Bill. Before the feature flick they used to run a few stooges shorts instead of cartoons. Come to think of it, we may have gone to the theatre more for the Stooges than the feature film. Moe Larry and Curly had an indelible effect on my life which is probably why I wound up working in radio.
The other slice of the pop culture pie that claimed much of my time was the classic early 80s TV show The A-Team! How could you not be a fan of that show? As a teen I found it extremely cool that 4 dudes would cruise around in a sweet looking van just randomly tuning in bad guys. Imagine if the Stooges took over the A-Teams gig? That's what this new promo vid is all about. Check it!
This is definitely a first! These tweeters might just blow your mind...
This is indeed a first for chirpers. Birds on a wire was never as cool as this!!
Gord Downie's Dance Moves are wicked!!!
Gord's stage moves are so unique. There is nobody on the planet that can move like this dude....
Check it!!
Here's a cool version of Poets from their latest tour...
NBC - Confuses Michael J. Fox with Terry Fox!
NBC -- Sure the heck doesn't stand for Nothing But Class. More like "Nothing But Confusion?"
WACKY WEATHER GUY LOSES HIS MIND!!!!
The Mid-Atlantic States got slammed with a winter blast over the weekend that brought upwards of 30-inches of snow to some areas. The storm was appropriately referred to as "snow-mageddon" or "snowpocalypse." Riding the wave of panic was local Baltimore meteorologist Jim Kosek, who did little to calm people's nerves about the impending blizzard.
Mel Gibson's A-Bomb!
Does he call the interviewer an A-Hole? You be the judge...
Motley Crue's Tommy Lee Kickin' It at the MTS Center!
Pow!!! It's Good!!! LOL -- ya gotta love Tommy Lee...
The weirdest thing I've seen in a long time....
..... And now from our hard to believe files!!!
Some choice clips of Axl's storied past...
Axl Gets Angry!
Check it out at 1:14!!
Axl Tries to sing while drunk
Axl Rose having a bad day
Cat KOs it's Owner
Cat owners beware! Always clear the area you’re going to work out in. Here’s what can happen if you don’t…
People Are Strange - Check it out! The New Doors documnetary
Trailer for the new Doors rockumentary!
One of the coolest things I've seen on the internet in awhile!
One of the coolest things I've seen on the ol' interwebs in quite a while. This features some of the world's best percussionists doing what they do best. Drumming up support to help a great cause... CHECK IT OUT!!!
My favorite new internet toy!!!
Christmas comes early for David Lee Roth Fans!!!! Check the link below and get set for what should prove to be at least minutes of non stop fun!!!
http://www.thetyser.com/
You can thank me later.....
Walken as you've never seen him before...
When it comes to silly stuff the internet is like the universe.... it's endless!!!
Today's video has Christopher Walken in it. That should be all you need to know to want to check it out. But if you'd like more info, the actor appeared on the B-B-C's Friday Night with Jonathan Ross for a quick dramatic reading of Lady Gaga's "Poker Face."
My Interview with Lighthouse
Here's my interview with Lighthouse in two parts for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!
Is the end of the world near? Experts say this crop circle predicts the end...
My Interview with The Northern Pikes
The Northern Pikes Stopped in for a show in Brandon at the 40 during their 2009 reunion tour. Jay Semko took some time out to call in and catch up with a quick chat.
My Scrimmage with The Leafs...well, sort of
Shooting scenes for the made for TV movie, "Keep Your Head Up Kid" (The Don Cherry Story)...
Is the Letterman Palin Controversy Contrived? Doesn't appear to be at the fire David Letterman rally....
Angry protesters gathered outside New York's Ed Sullivan Theater on Tuesday for a "Fire David Letterman" rally. The planned event managed to attract only a small group of people, but what they lacked in numbers, they more than made up for in craziness. There was more press than protesters, and one videographer used the opportunity to meet some of the angry folks.
Brett Michaels Brings Head bangin to the Tony's!!!
Since I'm sure you didn't watch the Tony Awards, I suspect you missed it when Bret Michaels got an Unskinny Bop on the head from a stage set-piece at the end of his segment on the show. The first thing I wondered when I saw this was, "geez... does he have that hat stapled to his melon or what?!"
Bret is fine, but with the rumors that he has cosmetically restored his hair are beginning to fly again!
Check out this vid and you'll see what I mean.
WWE Superstar Randy Orton Loses His Freakin' MIND!!!!
WWE Champion Randy Orton was interviewed by a local Mexican TV show while WWE was on tour in Mexico last week.
The reporter on this particular show asked Orton what he eats for breakfast. Orton responded that he ate omelet. The TV host then made some comment about the omelet making him fragile because of his past injuries.
Orton then lost his cool, got in the reporters face and threatened to head butt his teeth through his skull. He then stormed off the set.
Our Lady Peace Interview
Elmo helps out during Potty Training Month (Yes, that Elmo...)
All parents know that having a child instantly makes you a mature and responsible adult. That is until it comes time to potty train your child. There are many books and videos to aid parents in teaching their toddlers how to use the potty, and no matter how old you are or how mature you think you've become, it is impossible not to laugh. One of the funniest videos available is Elmo's Potty Time. And by the way, June happens to be National Potty Training Awareness Month.
Man lives in Closet!!!
Some people might rent out closet space for their clothing but would you rent out closet space to live in? You might if it looked like Sergio Santos pad!
Check out the pics here....
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/features/time-money/home/sfl-small-space-sergio-h052209sbmay22,0,4526594.story
2 yearl old pool prodigy!!!
Call him Mini-sota Fats.
An upstate New York two-year-old is being dubbed a billiards prodigy by dazzling crowds across the country with his pool playing prowess.
"Two-year-old billiards prodigy Keith O'Dell Jr. dazzling crowds with pool prowess" -
Best Beat Boxer??? You be the judge...
YouTube contains thousands of videos of people showing off their beat-boxing skills, but Joseph Poolpo of France has gotten a lot of attention recently with many people thinking he may be the best.
Watch video of beat-boxer of Joseph Poolpo on youtube.
Think you're a good driver? Take this test to prove it.
DRIVERS GETTING DUMBER |
If you think you're surrounded by the worst drivers ever -- it could be worse! You could live in New York.
Throughout North America recent surveys show, about 76.6% of drivers know basic road rules, down from 78% percent last year, the survey found.
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Best of the Misheard Lyrics!!
BEST of the misheard lyrics
See, this is why I love the misheard lyrics topic, and never really get tired of it. Because for every "there's a bathroom on the right," a.k.a. (CCR Bad Moon Rising) a lyric that's been banging around this topic for decades now, there's an "I fight with Loralee, Loralee always wins."
The "Loralee" lyric is how listener Allie's sister misheard "I fight authority, authority always wins" in John Mellencamp's "Authority Song." and she also sez...."I tell you, I am never going to hear that song again without singing the new version." Geez Allie, Loralee must be one tough cookie!
As I write this, it's hard to sort through and find the gems of misheard lyric emails and calls I've received over the years. Here are my favorites so far:
"One of my co-workers legitimately thought that the chorus to Van Halen's 'Panama' was 'Had enough! Had enou-ugh!' He started singing it at the end of a work day and we all giggled heartily." --Jim
"Mine was for the Beatles' "Paperback Writer." For the longest time (seriously, until I was in college), I thought the lyric was "Take a back right turn" instead of "Paperback Writer." -Jen
"One I still get teased about by my brother: "Help me Rhonda, help me get a ride on my horse." Hey, I was only 8 or 9 at the time!" --Andy
"A friend thought the lyrics in Sister Golden Hair were 'I could not make it Sunday 'cause I got some dandy grass' rather than ".. cause I got so damn depressed." We were in college so it made sense." --Rex
"I've heard many people mix up REM's Orange Crush line "I've got my spine, I've got my orange crush" with 'I've got my Sprite, I've got my Orange Crush' as if the band were enjoying some soft drinks." --Paul
**** This one may be my absolute favorite from the good ol' country radio days.... Kenny Rogers and "Lucille." I still think he sings -- 'Four hundred children and this crap that won't heal.' " --Wes
"My 3-year-old at the time sang 'I can see all popsicles in my way' instead of "I can see all obstacles in my way" in the song "I Can See Clearly Now the Rain is Gone"." --Mel
"(My ex) thought that it was 'I've got shoes, they're made of plywood,' instead of "I've got chills, they're multiplying" from Grease." --Michelle
" 'I've been waiting for a squirrel like you,' Foreigner." --Jeni
"My son thought KISS sang 'I wanna rock and roll all night and probably every day.'" --Tami
Thanks to everybody who took the time to submit thus far. If you'd like to add to this list, feel free to send out an email to FMcGwire@KX96Online.com
Cheers!
Franko
Classic Swine Flu PSA from the 70s
Think the swine flu is a new disease? Think again. People feared a swine flu epidemic way back in 1976. In fact, it spurred a national vaccination campaign. Several public service announcements were produced and broadcast on T-V. Check out a few of them right here...
Friday's Fuel Around Play Of The Day!
Westman's best Rock KX96 is filling you up with more than just the greatest new & classic rock!
How about filling up with Fuel For A Full year absolutely FREE!
THE TRAGICALLY HIP TO RELEASE 12TH STUDIO ALBUM
Check out the track listing and more info here!
Listen to the entries in our "Best Bubbles Impersonation" contest and vote for your favorite here!
Eddie Vedder Sings Karaoke. See it here!!!
Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder sang karaoke in Mesa, Arizona, where he was attending Chicago Cubs fantasy camp. Here he is singing U2's "Where The Streets Have No Name" . . . (--You can watch the video HERE.) Personally i think Eddie should quit farting around with Karaoke and get finishing the new PJ album that they say should be out by the end of this year.
Grammy Highlites, Low Lites and More!
Most puzzling leg grab: Presenter Whitney Houston, sliding her hand to the top of her (admittedly sleek) thigh and saying she'd wished she'd worn her boots. With that dress?
The honey, you were supposed to pull that off at the restaurant! award: Winner Jennifer Hudson's peculiar napkinlike bib atop her otherwise sleek sheath (but we loved her teary shout-out to her family "in heaven and here on earth").
10 Things Men Never Want to Hear Women Say
Any of these ring a bell?
Superbowl Ads Skyrocketing in Price
Five Holiday Myths that may surprise you!
BUSTED: FIVE HOLIDAY MYTHS
Some docs from the Indiana University School of Medicine argue that many of the 'facts' you take for granted are actually old wives tales.
Myth 1: Sugar makes kids hyperactive.
The experts who are both pediatricians say this is without a doubt false and that scientists examining how children react to diets containing different levels of sugar have never found a connection. What has been found is that parents who think their children have consumed sugar, rate their children's behavior as more hyperactive, even if in fact no sugar was consumed.
Myth 2: Suicides increase over the holidays.
While you might think the stress of Christmas with its family get-togethers, loneliness, and the cold, dark winter months are enough to make people think about hanging themselves with tinsel the experts say it is another falsehood. Studies conducted around the globe show that Christmas is not a peak for suicides and that they are actually more common during warm and sunny times of the year.
Myth 3: You lose most of your body heat through your head.
Proving that even the experts can be wrong, the docs said they thought this was true before the started researching it. As it was they found that any uncovered part of the body loses heat and will drop the core body temperature proportionally.
Myth 4: Eating at night makes you fat.
Good news is you want a late night snack, the experts say it is not more likely to lead to weight gain than if you had eaten the same at lunchtime. While initial research suggests people do gain more weight if they eat late at night, it turns out this is only because calorie-laden foods are more popular. If you were eating that tub of Ben and Jerrys at breakfast it would have the same effect.
Myth 5: You can cure a hangover with...
The doctors say that whatever your granny used to fill that blank, whether aspirin and bananas or a prickly pear and Vegemite -- there is no magic cure for a hangover They say well-designed studies have found that anything but time -- and drinking water to treat dehydration -- can ease the aftermath of too much alcohol consumption.
Sign the national petition against the coalition here!
Against the coalition?
Want to have a say?
While the political parties forming the coalition are sending the message "there is strength in numbers," lets see if that saying rings true!
Add your name to the petition against the coalition right here!!
New Clip of a Big Flick!
Anyhoo! As promised in today's showbiz buzz
Here's the trailer for what should be the next big chick flick . . . "She's Just Not That Into You". It hits theaters on February 6th . . .
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=47096344
(--You have to admit, this thing is LOADED with big names. It stars Jennifer Aniston, Drew Barrymore, Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Connelly, Ginnifer Goodwin, Kevin Connolly, Ben Affleck, Justin Long and Bradley Cooper.)
These are the top 10 Christmas gift giving mistakes
The gift buying season is on! So before you go crazy out there, pause for a moment and consider this list of what retail journalist Donna L. Montaldo says are the top 10 worst gift-giving mistakes -- and avoid doing it!
1. The "Good Intentions" Gift. What you think might be filled with good intentions could ignite deep resentments. Gifts that target a specific short-coming are generally not appreciated. Such gifts could include:
* A gift certificate to the newest diet craze.
* Coaching tapes on how to be successful to someone who is unemployed or in a dead-end job.
* A month's supply of Nicorette to a chain smoker.
* Hypnosis tapes for overeaters, smokers, aggressive Type A personalities.
Where are you getting ripped off the most?
Biggest Retail Ripoffs according to AOL
Wine in Restaurants.. Restaurants charge 100-200% more than what you would pay for that bottle of wine at the store if you buy by the bottle. It's a whopping 300-400% markup if you buy wine by the glass! To make it even worse, the highest markups are on the lowest priced wines.
Pre-Cut Produce .. Pre-cut fruits and vegetables didn't even exist 10 years ago, but we spent more than $600 million on prepared salads alone last year. While grabbing pre-cut fruit and vegetables can help cut down on your time in the kitchen, that small convenience carries a big price. It's safe to say you are paying at least double the cost for pre-cut produce vs. buying their whole counterparts.
MAN BRAS???!! Okay now this is just all too bizzarre...
A company in Japan is now marketing bras that are specially made for men. They come in black, red and pink. (--You can find out more about it and watch a video HERE! If you dare....
MAN BRAS???!! Okay now this is just all too bizzarre...
A company in Japan is now marketing bras that are specially made for men. They come in black, red and pink. (--You can find out more about it and watch a videoHERE! If you dare....
Fireball in Northern Alberta Sky now thought to be a UFO? (with video link)
It's a bird!
It's a plane!
It's....... a UFO?
You be the judge >>> FIREBALL VID LINK
Check out Nickelback's Leno Appearance from earlier this week!
In case you missed them on Leno earlier this week (Week of Nov. 17th)
Here ya be >>> "Gotta be Somebody" on Leno Link! A big thanks to my friend Kim in Medicine Hat for scooping a decent video link to this!
Film Threat magazine gets tasteless with their frigid 50 list!
HEATH LEDGER TOPS THIS YEAR'S FRIGID 50 . . . ???
Every year, "Film Threat" magazine drops a list called the Frigid 50. Simply put, it's a list of 50 entertainers who are basically OVER.
--This year's list is pretty lame. There are a lot of stupid entries. But the stupidest of them all would have to be their #1 pick: HEATH LEDGER . . . who DIED in January.
(--I'm not easily offended. I'm not upset that he's on this list. I'm just annoyed with "Film Threat" for doing this, because it doesn't make them "cool", or "edgy" . . . and it really isn't very funny. It's just LAME.)
Who is your favorite bond girl? See the top 10 BOND GIRLS here!!
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Lights!!! Camera..... BOND, James Bond.
Latest Amy Winehouse VideoWed, 2008-11-12 09:39.
AMY WINEHOUSE DID NOT LOOK NEAR DEATH YESTERDAY:
--Yesterday, the paparazzi caught up to her, and she looked halfway decent. --She also talked about how she'll be reunited with husband BLAKE FIELDER-CIVIL in FIVE DAYS . . . and said that when they do meet up, they'll probably, quote, "sit on the couch and look at each other and cry." Angry Mom Goes Off!!!! See the video here!Wed, 2008-11-12 08:08.
Mom Goes Off .. Smashes Son's Laptop .. this pre-teen gave his mom some lip and refused to get offline so she picked up his laptop and smashed it on the ground... it's starts out as an innocent card trick video then..... WHAMMO!!!!
Top tips for improving your memory!Fri, 2008-11-07 10:24.
...man is my wife going to be happy i'm posting stuff like this up here.... (Think about it! No more missed anniversaries, birthdays or other important dates that are crucial for keeping.... errr.... everybody happy.)FIVE TIPS THAT WILL GIVE YOU A PERFECT MEMORY
Celebrate Pursuit of Happiness Week and spread the positive vibes!Wed, 2008-11-05 10:07.
THIS WEEK IS Pursuit of Happiness Week -- What does it take to be truly happy and have feelings of joy permeate your everyday life? Six British experts have found what they say are 10 simple steps we can all take to make our lives happy, reports the BBC News. The team determined that the "seeds of happiness" are in this 10-point plan:
Yea!!! We get an extra hour of sleep this weekend.... and it could save some lives?Thu, 2008-10-30 07:29.
YOU'RE 5% LESS LIKELY TO HAVE A HEART ATTACK THE MONDAY AFTER DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS:This is just a reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00 A.M. on Sunday morning . . . so you'll have to turn your clocks BACK an hour on Saturday night, when you go to bed.--Since we're on the topic, the end of Daylight Saving Time is a great thing . . . because it means you get an extra hour of sleep.--But did you know that extra hour of sleep . . . could actually save your life?--Researchers in Sweden have found that on the Monday after Daylight Saving Time ends . . . there are 5% FEWER heart attacks.--And on the flipside, there are 5% MORE heart attacks the entire week following the start of Daylight Saving Time in the spring. Why?--Because sleep can affect our hearts in all sorts of ways. And getting just one extra hour of sleep can lower your blood pressure, heart rate and your tendency to develop blood clots.--In other words, gaining a single extra hour of sleep by "falling back" can actually protect your heart . . . at least for a day.--You're welcome.How much plastic surgery is too much? See for yourself....Thu, 2008-10-30 07:18.
w much plastic surgery is too much?
Celebrate Scott Weiland's 41st birthday by listening to his new tune...Mon, 2008-10-27 06:51.
Another track from SCOTT WEILAND'S upcoming solo album, which is called "Happy in Galoshes", has hit the Internet. It's called "Crash". (--Check it out >>> http://www.spin.com/articles/exclusive-song-scott-weiland-crashWould you pay 3million for a Superbowl ad to find a mate?!!Mon, 2008-10-27 05:43.
A WOMAN IS RAISING MONEY SO SHE CAN PLACE A PERSONAL AD . . . DURING THE SUPER BOWL??? Ladies . . . I know it's hard to find a good man . . . but THIS seems a little extreme to me. --Amy Borkowsky is a standup comedian from New York City . . . and she desperately wants to settle down and get married. --So, in order to increase her chances of finding a guy, Amy's decided to post a personal ad . . . during the Super Bowl. Seriously. --There's just one problem: The going rate for a 30-second Super Bowl commercial is $3 MILLION. So Amy's set up a website . . . called SuperBowlSingleGirl.com . . . where she's accepting donations. --As of last night, Amy had raised $1,790 for her personal ad . . . which means she only has $2,998,210 to go. Ferrell doing Bush = FUNNY!Fri, 2008-10-24 05:30.
"Saturday Night Live" did another one of their prime-time special 'election' editions of Weekend Update last night . . . and WILL FERRELL returned to do his impersonation of PRESIDENT BUSH. And yes, he met up with TINA FEY as SARAH PALIN. --Since the skit brought together the show's two most popular political impersonations in recent history, expectations were pretty high. --It started out as a presidential address from the Oval Office. When Tina Fey showed up, they discussed who was more folksy, plus Will Ferrell described how the Vice President was actually more powerful than the president. (--You can check out the skit yourself, here . . .) Check out this trailer for the upcoming season of "Lost" - after viewing it I'm still lost... for any plausible explanationThu, 2008-10-23 09:13.
CHECK OUT THE TRAILER FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON OF "LOST": A trailer for the fifth season of "Lost" has hit the Internet. If you're interested in getting a sneak peek at the events that won't be explained this season, here you go . . . Mark Wahlberg Talks to Farm Animals... Funny or no? You be the judge.Mon, 2008-10-20 08:15.
You may not have realized this, people, but we almost lost MARK WAHLBERG . . . to RETIREMENT. (???) Seriously . . . 37-year-old Mark Wahlberg was close to hanging it up. But his new movie, "Max Payne", is doing so well, he might not. --He says, quote, "Maybe I'll retire at 45 now. We'll see. I do want to be able to take my kids to school and drag them to the golf course with me. I can't be working at the pace that I am for much longer." (--I understand how all the "SNL" water cooler talk this fall has been about TINA FEY. But I honestly believe the show's funniest skit this year has been "Mark Wahlberg Talks to Animals". Check it out if you haven't seen it yet . . .) Palin Appears on SNL - See it here!!!Mon, 2008-10-20 06:30.
Palin does the SNL intro...
Is there a ghost in your house?Mon, 2008-10-20 06:18.
Some spooky signs you need to be aware of...
Check out the tracklist of G n' R's new albumFri, 2008-10-17 09:56.
Is the longest awaited, arguably most anticipated rock release finally ready to roll???
BABY FEVER HAS HIT HOLLYWOOD!!Fri, 2008-10-10 08:58.
What is it with all these hollywood starlets and babies??? If they're not adopting them they're popping them out!
NEW ZEPPELIN TOUR NEWSFri, 2008-10-10 08:05.
ZEPPELIN TO TOUR WITHOUT PLANT?
Cheese cake to sell NHL Hockey???Wed, 2008-10-08 08:25.
Will the NHL ever become more popular in the states?
New SNL Palin Skit with Tina FeyMon, 2008-10-06 10:06.
As heard on today's Wake Up Show With Franko! A must read for managersThu, 2008-10-02 06:54.
Here are 10 things you can do right now to kick the habit of old-fashioned, time-based management and get your team focusing on results instead.
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS THAT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!Wed, 2008-10-01 06:03.
Who Knew these things could ever be so useful??!! Sarah barracuda..... the long lost beauty pageant video!Mon, 2008-09-29 06:02.
A Frank's Blog exclusive!!! Sarah barracudas long lost beauty pageant video!
See it here!!! Attention guys!!! How well do you know your wife?Wed, 2008-09-24 05:22.
For those of you who heard the "Did you know file" on Wednesday morning...
>>> THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOU AND THE BOSS <<<Wed, 2008-09-10 07:29.
Did you know that today, Wednesday (September 10) is National Boss/Employee Exchange Day, a day to help bosses and employees appreciate each other by sharing each other's point of view.Attention WHL hockey fans!!! Vote for Brandon here...Thu, 2008-08-28 09:59.
Wouldn't it be cool if the Memorial Cup were to be held in Brandon. Go to the official WHL website and vote now!!!
A different type of Olympic action???!!!Mon, 2008-08-25 08:28.
Michael Phelps goes for the gold in more ways than one....
Sharon Stone robs the cradle!!!!Mon, 2008-08-25 08:18.
Are ya ready for some pictures of SHARON STONE and her supposed 24-year-old boyfriend, Chase Dreyfous? Tune it in, turn it up and ROCK OUT!!! Getting to know your new Morning Show Host, by Frank McGwireMon, 2008-07-07 10:21.
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