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WAPL has been synonymous with rock in northeast Wisconsin from the early days of WAPL-AM in the early 50s to WAPL-FM and the station's flip to rock in 1977 to...
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WAPL has been synonymous with rock in northeast Wisconsin from the early days of WAPL-AM in the early 50s to WAPL-FM and the station's flip to rock in 1977 to today. You'll hear more about the stories that you know and some behind-the-mic tales you haven't. It's the history of Wisconsin's Rock Station with new episodes on Throwback Thursdays in 2018.
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7 DEC 2017 · We're getting ready to blow the lid off WAPL-FM's history. Here's what to expect.
4 JAN 2018 · Bartell Broadcasting lays the groundwork for a new NE Wisconsin radio station.
Featuring WAPL veteran Steve Brown.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
11 JAN 2018 · WAPL-AM signed on and brought Rock & Roll to NE Wisconsin with a solid crew of DJs ready to spin hot wax!
Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the "40 For 40" podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
18 JAN 2018 · We talk to WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy about his early career and the early days of WAPL-AM. Part one of two.
Featuring Bob Bandy
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
25 JAN 2018 · Part Two of our interview with WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy. We'll talk of his dislike for Elvis, walking down the street in his underwear and how he ended on top of a tower for a month.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
1 FEB 2018 · During the mid-50s, WAPL-AM flourished under the ownership and progressive management philosophy of Connie Forster.
Featuring WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
8 FEB 2018 · John Dixon takes over WAPL-AM and despite some obstacles expands the radio operation into the FM realm.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
15 FEB 2018 · WAPL-FM goes live in 1965 with a different sound than you would hear today.
Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the "40 For 40" podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
22 FEB 2018 · WAPL-FM flips to rock and a new buyer brings improvements to the station, as well as the end WAPL-AM.
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1 MAR 2018 · Part coach. Part general. Part motivational speaker. Program Director Wayne Shayne shaped 105.7 WAPL into a rock powerhouse in the early 80s.
Featuring David Lee, John Wanie, Rick McNeal and the current WAPL airstaff. Some audio courtesy of Mark Vieth and YouTube user Northeast Wisconsin Radio.
Some content NSFW and may be offensive to some listeners.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
WAPL has been synonymous with rock in northeast Wisconsin from the early days of WAPL-AM in the early 50s to WAPL-FM and the station's flip to rock in 1977 to...
show more
WAPL has been synonymous with rock in northeast Wisconsin from the early days of WAPL-AM in the early 50s to WAPL-FM and the station's flip to rock in 1977 to today. You'll hear more about the stories that you know and some behind-the-mic tales you haven't. It's the history of Wisconsin's Rock Station with new episodes on Throwback Thursdays in 2018.
show less
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| Author | Woodward Podcast Network |
| Organization | Woodward Community Media |
| Categories | Music , Society & Culture |
| Website | www.wapl.com |
| podcast@wcmnew.com |
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