[Speed Gibson,
Tuesday September 13, 2005 at 10:45am]
Next Big Thing - Week 28 (last of series)
I was pleased to hear Sue Jeffers again, from week 22. But since we've had three repeat performers in a row now, the time has come to end this series. Among the 25 entries, here are the top five in my opinion.
Fourth runner-up: Malcolm Cloud, the Barstool Philospher from week 7.
Third runner-up: Brad Carlson and Greg Bitner, the "two straight guys that love their wives" from week 16. I'm hoping these gentlemen get a break soon, maybe with a little more politically correct subtitle. (Chris Krok, when are you leaving?)
Second runner-up: Sue Jeffers, from week 22, owner of Stub & Herbs. She has a mature viewpoint and has a number of contacts around town, sort of like Barbara Carlson without the bombast.
First runner-up: Tony Garcia and Marty Andrade whom you can find on my blogroll as Always Right, Usually Correct and Martin Adrade Blogs respectively. These gentlemen had the misfortunate of debuting on week 2, before I had a chance to really know the overall field. As you may know, they have their own live show now on Sundays 1-3pm in St. Cloud. Check with either web site for a link to their excellent quality streaming link. I heard their first three broadcasts and I hereby give them a field promotion to "A" status. They're good and getting better, and I plan to listen more in the future now that this series is at an end.
The winner: Kelly ("NASCAR") Gunderson from week 19. We had a number of engaged, enthusiastic entries, but none as convincing as NASCAR Kelly. As she noted, why not more women? Not to worry - whatever success she has after delivering twins she will earn without affirmative action.
Two honorable mentions: "The Dude" from week 10, and Professor Brian Huffman from week 25.
Fourth runner-up: Malcolm Cloud, the Barstool Philospher from week 7.
Third runner-up: Brad Carlson and Greg Bitner, the "two straight guys that love their wives" from week 16. I'm hoping these gentlemen get a break soon, maybe with a little more politically correct subtitle. (Chris Krok, when are you leaving?)
Second runner-up: Sue Jeffers, from week 22, owner of Stub & Herbs. She has a mature viewpoint and has a number of contacts around town, sort of like Barbara Carlson without the bombast.
First runner-up: Tony Garcia and Marty Andrade whom you can find on my blogroll as Always Right, Usually Correct and Martin Adrade Blogs respectively. These gentlemen had the misfortunate of debuting on week 2, before I had a chance to really know the overall field. As you may know, they have their own live show now on Sundays 1-3pm in St. Cloud. Check with either web site for a link to their excellent quality streaming link. I heard their first three broadcasts and I hereby give them a field promotion to "A" status. They're good and getting better, and I plan to listen more in the future now that this series is at an end.
The winner: Kelly ("NASCAR") Gunderson from week 19. We had a number of engaged, enthusiastic entries, but none as convincing as NASCAR Kelly. As she noted, why not more women? Not to worry - whatever success she has after delivering twins she will earn without affirmative action.
Two honorable mentions: "The Dude" from week 10, and Professor Brian Huffman from week 25.
You're WAY too kind, but we sincerely thank you for your kind words!
We too hope we catch a break since Greg and I have found that we have enjoyed the foray into talk radio. You never know what will happen with all of the restructuring at KSTP. I know we have Joe O'Brien's endorsement. It was Joe himself who recommended we fill in for Dave Thompson a few weeks ago!
Again, I have enjoyed your posts regarding "The Next Big Thing". I look forward to your other insights on various subjects.
Brad Carlson