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Git Out On Da Hiway
Informed sources confirm rumors that have been floating around that one of my personal heroes is running for State Representative - Jerry "Truck" Gisclair, owner of KLRZ radio.
Among the many reasons I admire Truck is how he gave to the community after Katrina. His station became not only the only reliable communications link we had for a week or more, connecting those in need with those who could help, but he also donated the use of his warehouse to store food and other stuff, and as a clearinghouse to fill people's needs in that crisis. For that, the guy, along with Otis and the rest of the army of volunteers, deserve our undying admiration.
Plus, I admire him cuz he is living out one of every music lovers fantasies - owning a radio station that plays all the music we love. And that station's talk show is proof positive that the guy not only cherishes, but also understands, the meaning of freedom of speech as contained in our Constitution. He allows you to say pretty much whatever you want to say, even if he disagrees, as long as it ain't dirty or obviously slanderous. I praise him for this notwithstanding the fact I was thrown off the station for making inflammatory remarks about Entergy one day. I didn't like it, but I am only one person. The fact that thousands of listeners have been given a chance to voice their opinions, when there was no other comparable outlet before, takes precedent in my book over my hurt feelings and anger on that one day.
Additionally, notwithstanding Mr. Adams' contentions, from my experience, Truck is the furthest you can get from a fond chock. The guy is humble and easy to approach.
My only question to you Truck is, do you really want the headache? If so, let me know where to send the check.
Git Out On Da Hiway
Informed sources confirm rumors that have been floating around that one of my personal heroes is running for State Representative - Jerry "Truck" Gisclair, owner of KLRZ radio.
Among the many reasons I admire Truck is how he gave to the community after Katrina. His station became not only the only reliable communications link we had for a week or more, connecting those in need with those who could help, but he also donated the use of his warehouse to store food and other stuff, and as a clearinghouse to fill people's needs in that crisis. For that, the guy, along with Otis and the rest of the army of volunteers, deserve our undying admiration.
Plus, I admire him cuz he is living out one of every music lovers fantasies - owning a radio station that plays all the music we love. And that station's talk show is proof positive that the guy not only cherishes, but also understands, the meaning of freedom of speech as contained in our Constitution. He allows you to say pretty much whatever you want to say, even if he disagrees, as long as it ain't dirty or obviously slanderous. I praise him for this notwithstanding the fact I was thrown off the station for making inflammatory remarks about Entergy one day. I didn't like it, but I am only one person. The fact that thousands of listeners have been given a chance to voice their opinions, when there was no other comparable outlet before, takes precedent in my book over my hurt feelings and anger on that one day.
Additionally, notwithstanding Mr. Adams' contentions, from my experience, Truck is the furthest you can get from a fond chock. The guy is humble and easy to approach.
My only question to you Truck is, do you really want the headache? If so, let me know where to send the check.
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