So today is a very bittersweet day for me: it's my final morning show on my current station. The sale went through and today is the end of the road.
I've been hosting this show for the past six years and had a great time. I'm going to miss it a lot.
If you want to tune in to see how I go out in style (musically speaking), you can listen online at https://big1069.com/player/
I'm so sorry. Those situations are always a gut punch. 😕
@Cosmichomicide Part of the business, sadly.
@GaryPoole @Cosmichomicide Have fun today Gary. What you describe is part of every business now. I had an uncle, GE military, more than 40 years, those days are way over. The other uncle, IBM for almost the same amount, it's not what anyone can hope for now.
@MidnightRider Luckily for me, I still have a job with my current company. I've been with them for 15 years through four different radio stations. Formats come and go, but somehow they never get rid of me. 😎
@GaryPoole That's a great thing then Gary and a testament to the caliber of your work efforts.
@GaryPoole Damn, what are the new owners gonna do with the station?
@MichaelTalon They are switching it to a non-commercial religious station.
I'm staying with my current company taking over the traffic network for our remaining stations and other such stuff.
@GaryPoole Ah, good you landed on your feet.
@GaryPoole I've only tuned in occasionally (I like to wake up gently lol) (and wouldn't at all except for your enthusiasm) but am listening today to accompany you on your big day. I know you've often played other people's requests so l look forward to hearing your personal favorites. Have a blast! 🎶
@GaryPoole That's the spirit Gary! I'm sorry this chapter's closing, but I hope there is an exciting new chapter just about to begin for you. Looking forward very much to hearing about it. 💜
@GaryPoole Enjoyed that George Carlin piece on "saying goodbye"!
@CJLavoie That was not very subtle of me to pick that bit. 😂
@GaryPoole I will happily listen in your honor while I CoSo it up this morning🎶✨(great choices🤩)
@LPH6 Thanks. I'm having fun playing my favorite songs.
And let's just say I have a very eclectic taste in music... 😁
@GaryPoole My brother DJs a Sunday evening show at KSJD in CO. I am loving your choices. Thank YOU Again for staring my day with a smile🙌🏻
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@GaryPoole Mike ' The Mechanics The Living Years
Perfect Morning music.
@Lucky188 that is such a powerful song.
It can be bittersweet that even great things must come to an end Did everything go as you had hoped? @GaryPoole
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Good Morning 🌞
Let the good times roll.
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What makes me smile?
Kittens playing, tumbling, and growling at each other.
@GaryPoole having been shown the door after three merger/acquisitions I appreciate your acceptance. In #3 while most around me were freaking out on the news I was in a Buddha-like state accepting the impermanence.
@CanisPundit Luckily for me, while the station is being sold, I'm staying with the parent company. So not out of a job, just moving on to other things.
@GaryPoole @CanisPundit Often what feels painful on the front end becomes a blessing with the gift of perspective and hindsight. Had you gone with the new company, you're out in the wild, whereas now you maintain the connection to those who value you. I watched it happen when my division was sold and then the morons who sold it asked to buy it back.
@GaryPoole nice, the runway is foamed for landing without wheels.
Get ready for an interesting show. I’m playing nothing but “Gary’s favorite songs” this morning. 😎