Topic: Wkrp In Cincinnati

3 chapters across the catalog

Splashdown
Episode 1859 1:40:13 - 1:44:06

1859: Splashdown

WKRP in Cincinnati Call Letters Auction and Reboot Anecdote

The call letters for the fictional radio station WKRP were recently put up for auction after being owned by a non-profit in Raleigh, North Carolina. One of the hosts shared an anecdote about auditioning for a reboot of the "WKRP in Cincinnati" sitcom while working at MTV. Although offered the role of Dr. Johnny Fever, the host declined the position because his family was unwilling to relocate to Los Angeles.

MAGATARD
Episode 1457 1:52:25 - 1:54:06

1457: MAGATARD

WKRP in Cincinnati, Trilateral Commission

The hosts discuss the quality of 1970s sitcoms like "WKRP in Cincinnati," noting that they often contained edgy or conspiratorial themes. One specific episode is mentioned where a character explains the "New World Order" and the Trilateral Commission. These older shows are praised for their writing and lack of modern political correctness.

Who Is John Brek?
Episode 141 4:03 - 6:02

141: Who Is John Brek?

Family Guy Sitcom Punchlines Parody and Howard Hessman

A parody commercial from the television show Family Guy is played, featuring 1980s sitcom tropes and an appearance by Howard Hessman. One host recounts an anecdote about auditioning for a remake of WKRP in Cincinnati, noting he was offered the role but declined because his spouse at the time refused to relocate to Los Angeles.