WBZ 1030 Boston - Jerry Williams - Credit & Collections - 1974 - Radio Aircheck

WBZ 1030 Boston - Jerry Williams - Credit & Collections - 1974 - Radio Aircheck Courtesy: Alan Tolz This aircheck features New England talk radio legend, Jerry Williams. Known as “The Dean” of Talk Radio, Jerry Williams is one of the originators of the talk radio format. Not a man to pull his punches, Williams has a legion of fans—and detractors. Williams began his radio career in 1946 at WCYB/Bristol, Tennessee, near the Virginia/Tennessee border. He then moved to WIBG/ Philadelphia, WMEX/Boston and WBBM/Chicago. The turmoil of the 1960’s fueled his acerbic style, and his listeners loved a good fight. In 1968, after his short talk stint in Chicago, the outspoken Williams returned to Boston and began an eight-year stint with powerhouse WBZ, which spread Williams’ views to 38 states and much of Canada. He would frequently tangle with the Kennedy family on their home turf. In 1976, Williams joined WMCA/New York, and the following year he moved to WWDB/Philadelphia, where he became the first FM talk host. In 1981, he once again moved back to Boston & WRKO, and dominated afternoon ratings for many years. On this WBZ aircheck, Jerry talks about consumer credit & debt collections. To learn more about Jerry Williams, "The Dean of Talk Radio," and his decades long radio career, check out the book, "Burning Up the Air: Jerry Williams, Talk Radio, and the Life in Between" by Alan Tolz and Steve Elman. It's a great read! Feel free to check out some of the many other videos on the Ellis B Feaster's Radio Channel! Established in 2008! One of You Tube's oldest RADIO AIRCHECK MUSEUM with a NEW VIDEO posted daily at 3PM EST. After over 40 years working on the radio, I have recorded lots of radio airchecks, and many from my friends as well. You'll find audio of many radio personalities who have passed away. Lots radio recordings from the 1940s, through the 2010. We also talk about radio broadcasting. If you happen to have classic airchecks, maybe even of yourself on the air, we'd love to share it here! We also share videos about Travel & Cruising. I share tips on how I travel cheaply, so you can do it also! Find me on Facebook:   / ellisairchecks