Matt McCoy: Radio Chose Me
from Dealing The Mobile Sound Hosted by Eric Erdman
Matt McCoy is one of the most recognizable voices on Mobile radio, but he never chose this life. "Radio chose me." When a failed calculus class derailed his plans for medical school, a kid from Beaver, Pennsylvania, found an entirely unexpected path into radio. After stops in Tuscaloosa and Memphis, a demo tape handed to legendary WABB owner Bernie Dittman at a broadcasters' convention changed everything. Within hours, Matt was headed to Mobile–where he’s supposed to be In this episode of Dealing the Mobile Sound, Matt reflects on a decades-long career, including stepping up as an accidental on-air personality at 92 ZEW and growing into his current role as the station’s program director. That meant learning some new skills. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories on the evolution of Eric’s "D.I.P." anthem, bombing on a comedy stage, and the moments Mobile comes together to take care of its own. There's even a special appearance by Sean Connery.
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