It's a Winter Wonderland! Hey Frank, keep private thoughts private, especially when they rip of former Michigan players. He wasessentially saying that the more affluentplayerslike Grant Hill were somehow less black than he was. by chitownblue2. Radio stations across the country are dealing with the financial strain of COVID-19 and declined advertising revenue. at a time when the U is making a careful rapprochement with the Fab 5. He was eventually named as the main substitute for legendary WJR morning host J.P. McCarthy. The guy should be fired because he sucks. Big fan of hers. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? His death comes just a year after he retired. Not sure if you realize this but there is a difference between bad and amateur. Isn't use of the phrase "Uncle Tom" inherently racist towards white people? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. and his masters degree in broadcast meteorology at Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss. I don't agree with Beckmann's politics AT ALL, and his columns in the DetNews are really poorly written and reasoned. Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman answers this and more, LIVE: Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman and what you need to know, Black Hills Winter Storm: Updated snow total forecast as details become clearer, Kelvin Helmholtz Instability in the Bighorns: Cloud making waves on social media, Black Hills Forecast Discussion: Potential storm next week targets South Dakota. RR guys andCarr guys, too. After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday Update: Rest in peace, Frank. As for jealous and bitter vs. youthful and arrogantI'll concede the point that I was putting meaning on to your words that perhaps you didn't mean. Frank Beckmann retires after nearly 50 years - Michigan Radio & TV Buzzboard Acceptable registrations in the queue through December 31, 2022 at 9:30a ET have now been activated. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame among numerous honors. What, you've never said anything stupid? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. ( Neal Rubin The Detroit If so, fair enough. Longtime news director Dick Haefner retired last month after 51 years at the station. Beckmann Your message has not been sent. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. Regardless, it sucks and there should at least be a good semi-sincere apology issued. He does a great job describing the games. In reply to I like Beckmanns voice for by dothepose. Beckmanns time in the booth included the Wolverines' last national championship in 1997. Beckmann then transferred to the sports department, eventually serving as Sports Director. I like Beckmanns voice for football. "I love Detroit and everyone who calls it 'home.' I actually never knew he did politics until today, because of my general preference to avoid the field entirely. Finally, how is your choice of jealous and bitter somehow better than youthful and ignorant? Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. The search for Charlotte Lester continues as I resume efforts searching for answers into her disappearance and holding Mark Perkins accountable for his actions against myself and Ladybug.. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? And I'm one of the most obnoxious guys I know. That's up from a low of 2.6 reported in June 2019 but down significantly from the 6.7 rating it achieved in December 2017. Beckmann was the only person to broadcast Im watching oldDatelines. In reply to I thinkall of this is by UMdad. Also, I read Brian's posts but although I respect his work with this blog and his enthusiasm as a Michigan fan, I don't blindly believe his analysis like many of the sycophants. In reply to They are nowhere near being by BRCE, "They are nowhere near being racist? I tune out on the weekend. The station features a syndicated lineup, including Hugh Hewitt, Brian Kilmeade, Dan Bongino, Mike Gallagher, Joe Pags, and Bill OReilly. Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. WJR has had a long history serving as the radio home for Detroit sports teams, but after the Lions decided to drop their broadcasting rights deal with WJR this year, 97.1 The Ticket will be the flagship station for all four of the city's pro teams. In reply to (Letterman awkward collar by BRCE. Every situation creates opportunity for personal growth, and that is how I view this event in my life.". Sorrydon't agree. During his time on the air, he also broadcast Detroit Lions from 1979 to 1988 and the Detroit Tigers from 1995 to 2003. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Beckmann began in the station's "News Talk" in 1972 before taking over for Bob Ufer as the University of Michigan football play-by-play announcer in 1981. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? During Wednesday morning's broadcast,Dietz interviewed Macomb County public works commissioner Candice Miller, Oakland Country treasurerAndy Meisner, former WJR reporter Tom Corbett (who now resides in Hong Kong and talked about the massive protests underway there) and a former hit man again in trouble with the law. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. According to Wheeler, WJR looks for high-profile, thoughtful figures who know the city to serve as on-air fill-in hosts. "That's where we draw our future talents," said Wheeler, noting that former Detroit TV anchor Guy Gordon spent a couple of years subbing for Smith before starting his 3-5 p.m. show on WJR. His comments were clearly alluding to somethimg more than what was written, and I think what the OP assumes that something is a general annimostity toward outgoing african american players that became bigger than Michigan that aren't going to behave as old white men would want them to. In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. My betyou've not walked an inch in those shoes. Frank Beckmann, who spent nearly 50 years with Detroits WJR-AM radio station, told listeners Wednesday morning that hes retiring next month. I was in the band in 2004 when Bo came and talked to us. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. Beckmann also has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for local charities such as the Autism Alliance of Michigan, the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund: Dutton Farm, WJR said on its website. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News thatdoctors give him days to live. DETROIT Detroit sports broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has announced his plans to retire after 48 years with WJR. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. So calling someone racist makes you racist? Beckmann calling him racist for it was likewise stupid. Finateri lauded Beckmann's accomplishments in the release. - Anne Frank 2016-02-03 Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank ist weltberhmt als Dokumentation des unmenschlichen Alltags unter der Nazi-Herrschaft in den Niederlanden. Deploy network infrastructure faster and easier than ever before, with pre-packaged yet massively scalable infrastructure components for top packet and optical systems. You think he should have been fired for it? Frank Beckmann was 72. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. I have always liked Frank as an announcer, but he has made the decision to be a Political pundit, and in my mind, that disqualifies him as a UM announcer. Beckmann retired in March of 2021 after almost 50 years at the station. Who lives and dies with this team and puts more out there than anyone on this little anonymous blog. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. You didn't "say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't", you merely spent a long post defending what he said without similarly backing up Jalen's. Manage Settings Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Legendary Detroit broadcaster Frank Beckmann died Saturday in a hospice following a battle with vascular dementia, he was 72. 2022 MGoBlog. over Frank Beckmann's comments is kind of funny. All rights reserved. He says, Dont worry, well be seeing them win championships before long as well. he's apathetic, narrow-minded moron who's incapable of understanding what the Fab Five represented. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. All rights reserved. What is the general feeling on Beckmann as Michigan's play-by-play man after this? Stern stated that hes a major fan of Morning Joe and went the extra mile to say that he and co-host Joe Scarborough share the same political idealogy. Anyone who works is exploited by their company. Enjoy! Beckmann announced his retirement in January, 2021, after a 48-year radio career with the News/Talk outlet. College athletes more or less have a part time job which pays them 15 to 20 thousand dollars a year. Longtime WJR-AM radio host and University of Michigan football play-by-play man Frank Beckmann is in critical condition at an Oakland County hospice facility, his family said Friday. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. Just an awful radio play-by-play guy. Radio Ink is a radio-industry trade publication that is published 12 times a year for the radio management sector of the radio broadcasting industry. Gee, you don't think these are all cliche talking points among racist sports fans about black athletes vs. white athletes (which UM basketball has more of now than it did then)? I would say they were more built on not understanding people who do not grow up like you grew up. My point still stands. Apparently someone has struck a nerve with you! I like news. Frank has had plenty of time to mature, but it doesn't seem like he's learned all that much. For his work behind the mic, Beckmann received many honors, including being awarded the NFF Chris Schenkel Award from the College Football Hall of Fame. The next month, he started exhibiting behavior unusual for him. For him to publicly say this pathetic, obviously race-fueled drivel is enough to make me write a letter to the University about him. "I think the key to doing a good radio show is listening to all sides. I personally will stand with the latter and tell Beckmann to STFU. It's sad to know that it is simply cheap political hackery anymore. Radio guys should paint the picture by loading your ears with facts and being as descriptive and quick as possible. I'm surprised he didn't mention the word "GRIT!" Oddly, I agree politically with almost everything Joe says. BREAKING: Frank Beckmann, longtime Detroit radio personality who called UM football, #Tigers and #Lions games, is in hospice care, his wife has told The News. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. With a Crains Detroit Subscription you get exclusive access, insights and experiences to help you succeed in business. Contact Detroit Free Press pop culture critic Julie Hinds: 313-222-6427 or jhinds@freepress.com. WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. Prayers for Frank and his family, and thanks for decades of memories. Beckmann, who lives in Rochester Hills, retired from WJR last March, when his contract ended. Wow, fuck you buddy.". It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. Beckmann announced UM football games for 33 seasons Retirement represents latest change for Detroit station Frank Beckmann started at WJR in 1972. The Fab Five were entitled and generally whiny(at the time). Not sure if that obviates the point of the rest of your post or not As for "I canunderstanda young man not being very wise" or "youthful and ignorant".how about jealous and bitter, as Jalen admitted himself? Second, he's supposed to be the Michigan broadcast guy. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of Michigan football and basketball. Beckmann was serving as the radio voice for the Tigers when Ernie Harwell was brought back. WJR-AM, the Detroit-based radio station where Beckmann spent most of his career, reported Sunday that he suffered from vascular dementia, a rare brain Beckmann's show shared air time with syndicated shows by other conservative personalities, including Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Adam Bold and Mark Levin. Audio Ink is a trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Chicago Bears Broadcasts Moving up the Dial Next Year, Former FEMA Execs Push To Save AM Radio in EVs. Beckmann just wasn't quick enough, imo. His bosses should consider the same. He suffered four more strokes since then. On the other hand, I really really like Matt Sheppard for bball and think he's far superior. He spent 48 years on "The Great Voice of The Great Lakes", 33 years calling U of M football games, and the last 17 years of his career hosting "The Frank Beckmann Show". This is called an argument. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. Beckmann has hosted The Frank Former WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz fills in on Detroit's WJR radio Those who play the "racist" card first are fair game. I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. The disease is untreatable. His passion for Byzantine and Russian history brought him overseas to study the lands of Turkey, Russia, Finland and the Baltic States. You're kind of creating a straw man by defining Jalen quite so narrowly (Detroit, national fame, basketball ability), but I can say that I grew up with enough adversity and relative disadvantage that I absolutely carried a chip on my shoulder that motivated me and continues to motivate me to achieve success in my chosen field. What can I tell you? Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. "IF he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid" WBB B1G tourney preview - first 2 rounds 22-23, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Elite 8, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Sweet 16, OT: Wednesday evening mens hoops comments, OT(? As a midday talk personality, he prides himself on having the 'best informed audience' and always delivers on that promise to them.". WebFrank Beckmann Death - Obituary - Dead - Passed Away : . He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. I don't know about that aOSU announcer and don't really care because I've heard a lot of radio play-by-play voices and Beckmann's has to be up there as one of the bestas far as excitement goes. My question is, why are we all obligated to love the Fab 5? I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). He's not expected to make it through the weekend.https://t.co/BiqHpEbPit, Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) February 11, 2022. He had been a fixture there since 1972. He had just come from a George W. Bush rally, where he was one of the speakers. : Ensemble versus regular, Perkins County Sheriffs Office with a strong warning: We are not a towing service. Its like all news stuff. 2023 FOX Television Stations, Taylor woman and special needs daughter struggle without power for 7 days, Would it be possible to have another electricity company choice in Metro Detroit, Emotional testimony heard as Michigan House committee holds hearing on gun reform bills, 2 suspects linked to around 900 car thefts busted by Detroit police, DTE and Consumers Energy offers credit for extreme outages - here's how to apply, General Motors laying off 500 white collar positions, Corktown Music Festival, Astronomicon, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit, No suspects in custody a month after rappers found murdered in abandoned Highland Park apartment. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. I've always thought he was overrated. And especially since Jalen has gone on to make it explicit in subsequent forums. Freedom 96.9 is teasing the addition of Dana Loesch to the lineup as well to enhance the rebrand further as the station begins a new chapter as it provides news/talk to the residents. Beckmann enjoyed an extensive career behind the microphone lasting 48 years. BROADCASTING veteran Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. I didn't learn about this until reading Brian's Beckmann-referencing post, but for those still not in the loop, Beckmann said this on his Facebook page Sunday: "I got called off vacation to broadcast the Michigan hoops games in CharlotteM/Duke should be greatThis M team is the antithesis of the Fab 5, unselfish, always plays hard, no sense Did you not watch the documentary, or have you not been reading Brian's posts on this blog, or are you having the same problem with past tense verb conjugation that anyone else who believes Jalen feels the same way today? I don't follow your logic. During his career in radio, Beckmann called games for Michigan football, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. 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You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. Design by Human Element. The most memorable moment of that tenure was in 1997 when the Wolverines won the national championship. DePetro have been dismissed as he faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. Frank Beckmann, Veteran WJR Radio Host, Dies Aged 72 Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. His wife, Karen Beckmann, has revealed that the 72-year-old died as a result of the untreatable condition on Saturday. If you choose to make a purchase after clicking a link, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Have I? This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The final day for "The Frank Beckmann Show" is scheduled for March 26, WJR owner Cumulus Media announced Wednesday. I get Symone on the weekend. Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. Born in Germany, he grew up on the east side of Detroit, before moving to Warren where he attended Cousino High School because it had a radio station. ): Raleigh/Triangle Alumni Club Hurricanes vs Red Wings Event. Second, it reveals that he does not grasp the notion of "past tense". Sports broadcaster and conservative talk show host Frank Beckmann is retiring from WJR AM 760 after 48 years with the Detroit radio station. I grew up listening to him calling Michigan games. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his He started with WJR in 1973 as the newsroom's youngest-ever reporter. The two then swapped jobs, with Harwell taking over on the radio and Beckmann replacing Harwell on TV. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. History and meteorology, according to Brant, areintertwined and critically important in understanding the why and how of our modern word. Is it the use of the word entitlement? Caring about the weather is caring about people., Brant is a huge sports fan among other things, claiming that the Cubs winning the World Series was one of the best moments of [his]life.The Chicago Bears football team and the New York Islanders Hockey team are next on his list of championships hes waiting to witness. If I have to work on a saturday and miss the game, his voice is what I want to hear. Longtime Michigan radio broadcaster Frank Beckmann has died. Aber Anne Frank war nicht nur eine hellwache und beraus reife Chronistin ihres Alltags. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). Everything is too black and white. By the way, I want to give a shoutout to MSNBC, Stern added. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. See the snow from around the Black Hills! ??. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. WJR has described Beckmann as a "sports The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Never one to shy away from a good debate on the air, Beckmann famously took on fellow WJR host Mitch Albom for 30 minutes over Alboms support for Michigans film tax credits. However, old white men judging young black men, and praising our current white dominated basketball team while hoping that we never have an all black basketball team again seems very racistso do comments by other old white men saying "I'm so glad that you said this" and "finally someone said it," and other things like that. ", Beckmann continued: "I even got a text this morning from Jocelyn Benson and that meant a lot to me because sure, I've got my views, and they may be different than somebody else's, but you have to listen to them. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. I might be in the minority, but I've never been a big fan of our play by play tandem (even before his Facebook comments). I don't think calling someone a racist necessarily makes you a racist. Beckmann had vascular dementia and recently suffered several strokes. Kevin Dietz, the veteran investigativereporter whose26-year career withWDIV-TV (Channel 4) ended this summer in controversy, is returningto the airwaves this time as afill-in host for WJR-AM (760). Whoa! Honeyour Tahoe is at the bottom of Sheridan Lake! topicthat I also appreciate my relative *advantages* well enough that I respect those that reach maturity and success without them, as well. Error, please try again. Plus who exactly is a fan of the Frank Beckmann show Facebook page? Which, to me, fine. I know the whole lineup.. attitude that is too prevelant today - from liberals and conservatives, btw. I loved them at the time, but watching that documentary was more like watching Titanic for me. Seems a tad fascist to me. More:WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz says he was terminated over comment about black reporter, The station released a statement on July 1 that framed Dietz's departure as a resignation:Kevin Dietz has resigned from WDIV effective immediately. His comments about not liking the fab five, though, could be based on their arrogance andfeelingthat they were more important than the university they represented. In reply to Beckmann's a great announcer by Bodogblog. on the "have I?" ", "I will be forever grateful to WJR for helping all of my boyhood dreams to come true," he said. Champlin Broadcasting Conservative Talk The Eagle 96.9 KQOB Enid/Oklahoma City and 1640 KZLS Enid will look a little different for its listeners as the station has rebranded. Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. On Wednesday morning, Dietz subbed for WJR veteran radio anchorPaul W. Smith in the 5-9 a.m. morning drive slot. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Anyway, I'm not trying to be a jerk. Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. 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