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MEET TV-RADIO VETERAN RANDY WEST WITH 10 QUESTIONS......

Randy was inspired to enter the world of broadcasting thanks to legendary announcer Johnny Olson. Randy started out on radio station WRNW in surburban New York city. His radio journey led to market number 2 in Los Angeles on KMGG-Magic 106. Randy's TV career kicked off with Hour Magazine followed with shows produced by Dick Clark, Group W and other major players. His TV voice work still continues with CBS network. You also heard Randy on The Price is Right and many other TV game shows. Randy is on the board of many broadcast Academys and published a book on the life of Johnny Olson titled "A Voice in Time"

Randy has offered to share his fantastic photos and stories on The Stumptown Blog.

Here's my 10 Questions for Randy West:

1: Celebrity you were most in awe meeting: JOHNNY CARSON

2: Randy West's favorite TV show: Have a few, Mad Men, Honeymooner, any show I worked on.

3: Oddest moment that happened during a taping: A fistfight between audience members in the far rows of the 550 seats in Studio 1 at NBC Burbank during the taping of "Twenty One" in 2000

4: Favorite restaurant in L.A.: Mastro's for steak, The Old Soup Plantation for an incredible salad bar.

5: Favorite all time movie: Casablanca

6: Last great book: "A Voice in Time" Johnny Olson

7: Celebrity that was a let down meeting: "Hey, I'm still working in this town"

8: Favorite Website: Facebook

9: What's always in your fridge? Lettuce. Life is an endless diet.

10: Best concert ever: Leon Russell at Madison Square Garden, Drifters in a tiny local L.A. park

BONUS QUESTION: Bets Johnny Olson story: Putting me in his warm up skit. FUN!

 

 

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TEN QUESTIONS FOR MAYOR KENT STUDEBAKER OF LAKE OSWEGO & A STUMP ENDORSEMENT

Everyone likes Mayor Kent. I think even folks in LO who don't vote for him, like him….they must have a neighbor next door running against him! Kent is a great listener and does what's right for the neighborhood. I sent him 10 questions and he was kind enough to respond during the busy wind down of the campaign. My wife & I are voting for Kent. Best Mayor ever in Lake Oswego and he is against Measure 97. Our kind of candidate in this election year.

1: Last book read: David Baldacci's latest mystery thriller.

2: All time favorite movie: Men in Black

3: Favorite Restaurant: Oswego Grille (we think alike)

4: Person alive interested in meeting: Phil Knight 

5: Favorite vacation spot: LaQuinta California

6: Pet Peeve: My laurel hedges constantly shedding leaves

7: A secret voters don't know about you: I once had a 7 handicap in golf-and played to it!

8: Favorite web site: www.cityoflakeoswego.com

9: What's always in Kent's fridge: Cookies or chocolate

10: You are against Measure 97. What will solve this mega problem?

The legislature has to stop spending money on "nice to have" things. They have to develop a list of priorities that include setting money aside to fund PERS and say no to the rest. Meanwhile, work hard at a reform of PIERS tier 1 and other benefit package reforms.

Thank's Kent….Good luck on the race and hope to see you back as Mayor in L.O.

 

TEN QUESTIONS FOR KGON MORNING MAN BILL PRESCOTT

Death Row Dinner: Fryer Tuck Chicken from the Cider Mill Pub

Favorite Album: Aerosmith "Rocks"

Last Book Read: The Strat in The Attic by Gene Dickerson

Favorite Movie: This is Spinal Tap

Favorite Coffee Shop: Ava Roasteria

Person Most Interested in Meeting: Leo LaPorte

Fav TV Show: 30 Rock

Question you would ask Obama: Wasn't it neato riding around in Air Force One?

Fav Web Site to Visit: Premier Guitar

How long do you give The Oregonian printed version?  They still print that?

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THE REAL DON STEELE

TEN QUESTIONS FOR THE SPARK OF KOIN TV

Sally Showman, Koin 6 Meteorologist is a native north-westerner, growing up in Seattle and getting her start in Idaho Falls, Spokane and now at our CBS affiliate. Sally graduated from Santa Clara University with a degree in journalism. In 2012 she completed Mississippi State's Meteorology Certificate program. I call her the "Spark" of Koin News because she has such personality on the screen without it being forced or some consultant coaching her how to pull it off. This young lady has it and Koin is lucky to have her. Here's my ten questions for Sally Showman. 

1: Favorite Restaurant?

Caffé Mingo.  Best Italian food I’ve tasted in Portland.  Favorite dish? Sugo pasta.  The braised beef melts in your mouth. 

 

2: Last book read?

 The Puppy Survival Book.  I’m getting a baby Golden Retriever at the end of August!  His name is Tucker and he’s adorable.  I am a little biased, though.

 

3: Dream Car?

 That’s tough.  If there was a Range Rover that wasn’t a gas guzzler I’d be a big fan.  I love sitting up higher in a car.   

 

4: Last great movie?

 Favorite of all time:  Love Actually.  I was studying abroad in London when it came out.  I love the storyline and I love seeing London on the big screen.

 

5: What radio station is currently set on your car radio?

 98.7 The Bull.  Love country music.  Huge Zac Brown fan.  By the way…did you know he and his wife gave birth to a 11.7 lb baby earlier this year. WOW.

 

6: Favorite Getaway?

 Cannon Beach. 

 

7: Does Sally have a hobby or collect?

 I love running.  I’m always training for my next half marathon

 

8: Pet Peeve?

 Slow walkers.  I like to walk at a good clip.

 

9: Favorite place to shop?

 Nordstrom.  Their customer service is awesome

 

10: A secret that we don't know about you?

 I’m a night owl.  If I wasn’t working the morning show, I’d be going to sleep at 1:45am instead of waking up. 

Catch Sally on Koin's new weekday morning show. She will give you a great start for the day. The new crew of the morning show is a great improvement to the station. 

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