From the Steve Olson collection -

Ahead of the November 14, 1985 Supertramp concert at Calgary's Olympic Saddeldome, with the Motels and Rick Springfield, Supertramp's drummer Bob Siebenberg visited with XL Radio's 7 to Midnight Special host, Steve Olson.

This is the raw taping with only portions aired on CKXL.

Bob shared how he started drumming, his preparations for a tour, health, aging and the experiences of the band recording "Brother Where You Bound," an album without Roger Hodgson.

Bob also recorded some promos for Steve and Bob Steele - https://soundcloud.com/westernbroadcasters/bob-siebenberg-xl-radio-promos-1140-ckxl-calgary-november-1985

Thank you, Steve!

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Supertramp's Bob Siebenberg interviewed by Steve Olson 1140 CKXL Calgary November 14, 1985

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

The late Ted Tevan, from Toronto, on the defunct CKO Radio Network from a Monday evening in mid-October 1988.

CKO didn't have an adequate studio in Montreal for Ted's show so he commuted to Toronto.  He quit CKO when his offer to set up a studio in Montreal was refused.

In this aircheck, Ted interviews US Olympian Carl Lewis and we also have a portion of Ted's interview of Toronto Maple Leafs legend, Eddie Shack, who died in July 2020.

This is from a recording of CKO-FM-5 103.1 Calgary, the frequency which is currently home to Stingray's CFXL (XL 103).

At the time, Ted's program was also aired in British Columbia's west kootenay region on the Kootenay Broadcasting System (KBS) based out of 610 CJAT in Trail.

Ted died in 2011 - https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/theodore-tevan-obituary?id=44745384

Ted Tevan 103.1 CKO Calgary October 17, 1988

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

A very chilly Monday in late October 1984 was still a "Good Norming" on Calgary's 1140 CKXL with the late Norm Edwards.

Norm was joined by newscasters Hal Gardiner and Ron Wood.  Bill Powers reported the sports, Fay Roth had an eye on the traffic while AccuWeather's Rich Heller updated the forecast.

Norm would leave CKXL in February 1985 to join 810 CHQR before leaving for 92.1 CJAY.  He died in late September 1991.

In case you missed it earlier on RadioWest.ca, here's a link to a 1983 TV report by Chris "Hap" Freeman, from CFCN's "Weekend" with host Marie Hohtanz, featuring Norm and his Calgary AM radio morning show competitors - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9Oi2N8xJrY&t=966s

Norm Edwards 1140 CKXL Calgary October 29, 1984

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

Rob Alexander, in AM Stereo, on Calgary's 66 CFR from a Thursday evening in early August 1984.  CFR was using the Kahn AM Stereo system at the time.  It seems Rob was catching up on the station's Canadian Content requirements after the nightly "Dedication Hour" and likely due to the station's "All Request Nooner," earlier in the day.

66 CFR "Steen Team" morning show newscaster Susan Booker reported the "Concern Line."

Rob Alexander 660 CFFR Calgary August 2, 1984

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

We send our best wishes to Tarzan Dan as he experiences significant personal health challenges.

From a Friday night in early August 1988, here's Dan's last show on Calgary's "All Hits" AM 106 before he left for Vancouver's 1040 KICKS (CKXY).

Glen Slingerland wraps up his afternoon drive show ahead of Dan while the late Greg Bohnert reported the news.

This is part one of three.

Dan Freeman last show 1060 CFCN Calgary August 5, 1988 Part I

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

We continue with more of Dan Freeman's last show on Calgary's "All Hits" AM 106 from a Friday night in early August 1988.  Rounds 1 and 2 of the nightly "Showdown" were underway pitting two future hits against one another.

Traffic reporter Vickie Chase was, on location, at Lloyd's Roller Rink on Macleod Trail in Calgary with the other AM 106 "Weekend Warriors," including afternoon drive show host, Glen Slingerland.

Lloyd's closed in February 2017.

This is part 2 of 3.

Dan Freeman last show 1060 CFCN Calgary August 5, 1988 Part II

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

Dan Freeman wraps up his last evening show at Calgary's "All Hits" AM 106 from a Friday night in early August 1988.  Dan would move on to Vancouver's 1040 KICKS (CKXY).  

The final round of the night's "Showdown" battle of future hits concluded, during this aircheck.  

Afternoon drive show host Glen Slingerland was, on location, at Lloyd's Roller Rink with Vickie Chase and the other AM 106 "Weekend Warriors."

Dan was given a chance to say good bye and let his listeners know the news of his departure near the end of his show.

His successor on the AM 106 evening show, Rick Sadler, is heard at the end of the aircheck as Rick kicked off that evening's "Top 10 at 10."

This is part 3 of 3.

We send our best wishes to Tarzan Dan as he experiences significant personal health challenges.

Dan Freeman last show 1060 CFCN Calgary August 5, 1988 Part III

From the RadioWest (www.radiowest.ca) aircheck archives -

A Tuesday morning in late September 1992 and Woody Rae was hosting the morning show on Calgary's "Classic Rock" 1140 the Fox (CFXX), in AM Stereo.  Samantha Grant and Paul Baumberg joined Woody with news, sports, traffic and weather reports.

Woody had previously hosted the morning show at Calgary's AM 106 (CFCN) with sportscaster Pete Montana (Mallard) after leaving Lethbridge's 1090 CHEC where he also worked with Pete.  Pete left AM 106 to join "Calgary Flames Radio" 66 CFR after the station obtained the radio rights previously held by 770 CHQR (QR77).

Woody is a counsellor based in Didsbury, Alberta - https://www.coreessencecounselling.ca/mountain-view-olds-didsbury-certified-counselling-therapist.html

Woody Rae (Forrieter) 1140 CFXX Calgary September 29, 1992

From the Marianna Jaromi aircheck archives -

A "Freestyle Friday" morning in mid-November 1997 with the Power 107 Morning Crew.

Sergio the Master Baker drops by to visit Roger Rhodes, Christina Rowsell and Uncle Tim.  Marianne Jaromi reported the news, sports and weather from the newsroom of sister station, QR77 (770 CHQR).

There was some poking fun at competitor KISS FM 96.9 (CKIS) which played contemporary country hits along with current pop hits and its morning show host, Jerry Steen.

This is part 1 of 2 airchecks.

Thank you, Marianna!

Power 107 Morning Crew 107.3 CKIK Calgary November 14, 1997 Part I

From the Marianna Jaromi aircheck archives -

A "Freestyle Friday" morning in mid-November 1997 with the Power 107 Morning Crew.

Roger Rhodes, Christina Rowsell and Uncle Tim. Marianne Jaromi reported the news, sports and weather from the newsroom of sister station, QR77 (770 CHQR).  Lisa Player had Power 107 "Instant Traffic" reports.

This is part 2 of 2 airchecks.

Thank you, Marianna!

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