THE HITS HOT BREAKFAST had the honor of visiting with American Idol finalist MADISON VANDENBURG as part of our "WOMEN IN MUSIC" interview series that is being held every THURSDAY in March!
We caught up with Madison about what's SHE'S being doing during the pandemic, how teenage angst fueled her songs, and we got an EXCLUSIVE about what's coming up in the near future!!!
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Interview with Madison Vandenburg - 11 March 2021

In PART ONE of a WEDNESDAY morning edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we celebrated "NATIONAL TATER DAY" by singing the praises of our favorite "tater incarnation", and we celebrated "NATIONAL CRAYON DAY" with all of our MARINE CORPS friends (it's a military JOKE!!!)
We also heard BIG NEWS about Ariana Grande, found out that Ed Sheeran may be heading to court, scary news about Drake, and the divorce battle between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt hit a milestone!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part One - 31 March 2021

Did you miss the Orange Hi-C as much as WE did?
We qualified many excited listeners to win 6 months of BIG MAC MEALS with ORANGE HI-C from our friends at TEAM REARDON McDonald's!
Click to listen to the reveal of our winner, George Nelson from Queensbury!!!
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Team Reardon McDonald's BIG MAC MEAL WINNER - 31 March 2021

An upcoming NBC reality TV show called "ULTIMATE SLIP N SLIDE" had to have production halted because of a REALLY good (or bad) reason!
Either way....it was GROSS!!!
Click to listen as Johnny Ray and Brad discuss the reason why this show may NEVER see the light of day!
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Ultimate Slip And Slide FAIL - 14 June 2021

Weddings are often wonderful sources of "you wouldn't believe what happened" stories!
Johnny Ray brought us three such weddings, including one where the groom didn't end up with his intended wife, but got married anyway!
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Wedding Stories - 30 June 2021

Did you miss the interview with Aaron Colson & Pastor Paul from the Gospel Lighthouse Church about their upcoming production of "JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT" today on THE HITS HOT BREAKFAST?
If you did, click here to find ALL about one of Johnny Ray's favorite shows!
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Interview with Aaron Colson & Pastor Paul - Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Did you hear the story about the college student who got contacted by a "NIGERIAN PRINCE" on-line.  Well, turns out it might be the only TRUE "Nigerian Prince" out there!
Click and listen as Johnny Ray explains!
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The "Nigerian Prince Catfish" Story - 23 July 2021

In PART ONE of a THURSDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITHOUT BRAD" we debated which part of the chicken wing do you love the most as we celebrated "NATIONAL CHICKEN WING DAY!"
We also heard about the return of "POSTY FEST", got an update on the status of Bob Odenkirk, found out that John Cena used to get beaten up a lot (and wants to fight THE ROCK), and heard how Jean Claude Van Damme was involved in a robbery (without know it!)
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Juicy Gossip WITHOUT Brad - Part One - 29 July 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Jennifer Colarusso from Stillwater, as she tried to answer today's MIND BENDER question?  If Jennifer got the correct answer, she'd win a MCDONALD'S gift card from TEAM REARDON MCDONALD'S!
Click to listen and hear if Jennifer was today's BIG WINNER!
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Wednesday Morning Mind Bender - 15 September 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Jessica McCane from South Glens Falls, as she played the "FINISH THE LYRICS" game? If Jessica could remember the lyrics to "GOOD FOR YOU" from Olivia Rodrigo, she'd win a $20 gift card from Oscar's Smokehouse in Warrensburg!
Click to listen and hear if Jessica was today's BIG WINNER!
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The Finish The Lyrics Game - 17 September 2021

Johnny Ray was joined by Bill Collins from Special Olympics New York to chat about the upcoming Special Olympics State Games that are being held in Glens Falls on 23 October.  We chatted about the games themselves and how you can get involved!
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Bill Collins - Special Olympics State Games - 12 October 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Ericia Zellars from Queensbury, as she played the "WHO'S THAT?" game?  If Erica could correctly identify our MYSTERY VOICE, she'd win a gift certificate to Papa's Diner!
Click to listen and hear if Ericia was today's BIG WINNER!
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The "WHO'S THAT?" Game - 11 November 2021

If you missed our interview with Nick Rivera, Alex Sakellaropulos and Evan Pivnick from your Adirondack Thunder we chatted about what it's like to be back on the ice in the ECHL, the best place to play outside of the Cool Insuring Arena, and what's next for the Thunder!
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ADK Thunder Interview with Nick Rivera, Alex Sakellaropulos and Evan Pivnick - 11 November 2021

In PART ONE of a TUESDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we were AMAZED to find out how old birthday girls Miley Cyrus and Snooki are, pronounced "ESPRESSO" correctly, and were thankful for Johnny Ray's dogs!
We also took a DEEP dive into the finale of Dancing With The Stars, including the over/under bets on the eventual winner, and how many times Brad actually voted!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part One - 23 November 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Mary Callahan, as she played the "FINISH THE LYRICS" game?  If Mary could finish the lyrics to "LAST CHRISTMAS" by WHAM! she'd win a $20 gift card to Oscar's Smokehouse!
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The FINISH THE LYRICS Game - 3 December 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Mervin Williams, as he played the "POP UP POP QUIZ" game?  If Mervin could correctly finish the lyrics to some classic Christmas songs, he'd win a McDonald's gift card courtesy of our friends at Team Reardon McDonald's!
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The Pop Up Pop Quiz - 14 December 2021

In PART ONE of a WEDNESDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we celebrated Meghan Trainor's birthday with cookies in honor of "NATIONAL COOKIE EXCHANGE DAY (which Brad had NO idea what it was!)
We also heard about how the White House a missed opportunity to "troll the trolls", how Kanye West owes money to both Big Sean AND Johnny Ray, and why Brad and Johnny Ray may have to fight Mariah Carey's 10 year old!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part One - 22 December 2021

In PART TWO of a WEDNESDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we were oddly interested in a Harry Potter reunion, hope that Zoe Kravitz is a decent Catwoman (even better than "what's her name"), heard that Ryan Reynolds gets mistaken for another celebrity, are happy that Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley are an "odd-couple" and wonder if Pete Davidson will be dating Kris Jenner soon!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part Two - 22 December 2021

In a WEDNESDAY edition of "STUPID CRIMINALS" we heard how you should never use your Olympic fame to pursue criminal activity, and why one nude criminal was REALLY consistant!
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Stupid Criminals - 22 December 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Mercedes Rua, as she played the "WHO'S THAT?" game?  If Mercedes could figure out who our MYSTERY VOICE was she'd win an amazing MYSTERY PRIZE PACKAGE!
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The "WHO'S THAT?" Game - 23 December 2021

In PART ONE of a THURSDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we celebrated the birthday of two people who are known for their nudity, one who's known for his voice, and tried to get some grievances out of Brad!
We also heard how Khloe Kardashian is inviting/uninviting/and un-uninviting people for Christmas, and asked if you think Pete Davidson could get fast food delivered from a high end jewelry store!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part One - 23 December 2021

In PART TWO of a THURSDAY edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD" we  wondered how awkward it would be to go on a date with A-Rod and his new lady (and Ben Affleck's ex!!), wondered how "method" an actor should go, heard that Kanye "YE" West is single (AGAIN!!!), and wondered if New Edition's "MYSPACE" page is still active!
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Juicy Gossip With Brad - Part Two - 23 December 2021

In a THURSDAY edition of "STUPID CRIMINALS" we heard the new lyrics to "DECK THE HALLS" are "Tis The Season to rob presents!"
We heard how a Santa Claus wannabe got busted in Washington, can't wait to see Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd's reaction to being talked about, and can't WAIT to see the video of a neighbor helping herself to her neighbor's gifts!
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Stupid Criminals - 23 December 2021

Every year on Christmas Eve, Johnny Ray calls NORAD to check on the status of Santa's progress!
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NORAD Tracks Santa Call - PART ONE - 24 December 2021

Did you hear today's lucky listener, Walter "Cabbie" Caprood, as he played the "FINISH THE LYRICS" game?  If "Cabbie" could finish the lyrics to "LAST CHRISTMAS" by WHAM!, he'd win a $20 gift card to Oscar's Smokehouse in Warrensburg!
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The FINISH THE LYRICS Game - 24 December

Every Friday morning we honor our Hits959/Glens Falls Hospital Healthcare Hero!  This week's award winner is Kathleen Kuba who works at the Glens Falls Hospital / Albany Medical Vascular Group!
Click to listen as Johnny Ray congratulates Kathleen on her winning a collection of gifts from Adirondack Flower, Jack's American Bistro, and Premier Engraved Gifts!

Kathleen Kuba - Hits959/Glens Falls Hospital Healthcare Hero!- 24 December 2021

Ready for an "earworm" that could actually help you?
Share this with your friends and let's all "Washy Washy"

Washy Washy Song - Tony DeSare

On today's edition of "JUICY GOSSIP WITH BRAD & JOHNNY RAY" we chatted about how Lizzo STILL is our hero, why Rihanna is like MOST artists, why Sam Smith NEEDS to do a title change, why Disney just got a little happier, and what makes Guy Fieri our new candidate for "Sainthood"
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Juicy Gossip with Brad & Johnny Ray  - 31 March 2020

Today is "NATIONAL HOT DOG DAY" so Johnny Ray and Olivia The Intern were talking ALL THINGS HOT DOGS!!!!
Tune in and find out how we do our dogs!!!

NATIONAL HOT DOG DAY - 22 JULY 2020

Did you miss the story about the CRAZY mother in law who was just a "tad" improper at her son's wedding?  It could have gone REALLY bad!!!
Click to listen and cringe along with us!!!

CRAZY WEDDING STORY - 3 AUG 2020

Did you hear the story about Disney wanting to remake "TITANIC"?
Neither did we, but here's the closest thing that Disney may have to that fabled ship going down!
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SPLASH MOUTIAN SINKING - 4 AUG 2020

Did you hear today's "FINISH THE LYRICS FRIDAY" contestant, Shelbie Brunell from Fort Edward, as she tried to finish the lyrics to "BAD GUY" by BILLIE EILISH?  If she was successful, she would win a gift card to OSCAR'S SMOKEHOUSE!
Click to listen and hear how she did!
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FINISH THE LYRICS

In today's COFFEE CATCH UP we caught up on some good news about an artist we've been playing since this summer, Grace Aimi!
Click below to hear the exciting announcment!
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Wednesday Morning Coffee Catch Up - 3 February 2021

In a Thursday edition of "STUPID CRIMINALS", presented by THE PRETTY HOT MESS BOUTIQUE" in South Glens Falls, we asked people to PLEASE stop smuggling, heard how one ladies love of dancing got her in trouble with the law, and asked if donuts can make you run afoul of the police!
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