EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 27 MIN
The Jukebox: June 28, 1996
from The Jukebox: Radio Archive · host Mike Saffran
“’70s at 7”/“Backseat Memories,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “Oldies 98.9”/WKLX-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight June 28, 1996. (Bonus podcast episode)Special note: Filling in on a Friday night during “Superstars of the ’60s Weekend”Callers aired and other show highlights:00:26 Rob/Webster (“Do You Know What I Mean”)01:01 Unidentified female (“Play That Funky Music”)01:20 First of a couple references to show-sponsor Bob Johnson Chevy-Geo (Greece)01:28 Sean/Clifton Springs (“The Ballroom Blitz”) — including Finger Lakes Ambulance reference02:05 First of a couple plugs of upcoming “Super Hits of the ’70s” CD giveaway (including reference to fellow WKLX DJ Chuck McCoy)02:16 First of a few references to “NewsSource 13” (WOKR-TV) meteorologist Bill Peterson02:47 Desirée/Working at Clean-O-Rama (“Sylvia’s Mother”)03:18 First of a few “’70s at 7,” “Jukebox Saturday Night” and R.C. Shaheen (sponsor) references04:01 Patty/Stafford (“School’s Out”)04:53 “’70s at 7 Trivia Challenge” live on-air contest giveaway of “Super Hits of the ’70s” (Rhino Records) CD — including Hooters and Arrows restaurants, Judge’s Ford and University of Rochester River Road Residence and Laboratory references06:36 John/Driving home (contest winner) — including St. Agnes High School (Brighton) reference (Note: St. Agnes was an all-girl school)07:29 Marie/Webster (“The Hustle”)08:05 “WKLX, Rochester” legal ID jingle — including first of a few “Superstars of the ’60s Weekend” reference08:40 “I hope I don’t fall asleep and crash the radio station!” (reference to working 4:30 a.m.–midnight — including morning traffic)09:36 First of a couple Ellis and Dee Dee (weekday morning-show hosts) “Weekend Preview” and Sportworks/Macedon (sponsor) references10:10 “WKLX, Rochester” legal ID jingle10:44 MG sportscars reference12:47 Unidentified male (“Nights In White Satin”)13:11 Jen (“One Fine Day” — dedication to Katie and Lisa)13:37 Unidentified male/Working at Domino’s Pizza (Gates) (“A Summer Song”)14:20 Brief in-studio visit by fellow WKLX DJ Tom Noonan :-)14:36 Angela/Rochester (“Runaround Sue” — dedication to Kelly)15:05 Geneseo Summer Festival (July 12–14, 1996) and Gary the Happy Pirate references16:08 Brian/Walworth Garden Apartments (“Seasons In The Sun”)16:41 Olivia/Churchville (“He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”)17:08 “The Beatle Years” and City Mattress (sponsor) references17:30 Cory/Trenton, Ontario, Canada (“One Summer Night” — dedication to wife, Carol)18:01 Kim/Henrietta (“Never My Love” — dedication to Kenny)18:27 Lila (with Tina)/Henrietta (“Let’s Stay Together” — dedication Randy and Bill)19:15 Rose (“Will You Love Me Tomorrow” — dedication to fiance, Floyd)19:27 Unidentified female (“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”)19:44 Phillip/Rochester (“Escape [The Pina Colada Song]” — dedication to Sonya)20:10 Courtney/Rochester (“Dream Lover” dedication to sister Alex)20:32 Jen (with Jen) (“Stand By Me” — dedication to Justin and Matt)21:22 Ken/Calling from a pay phone (“Shakin’ All Over” — dedication to “The Guess Who Lady”)21:42 Tracy/Working at Rochester General Hospital (“These Boots Are Made For Walking”)22:01 Crystal (“Mrs. Robinson” — dedication to Phil)22:10 Cassette tape ran out :-(22:25 Unidentified male (“Strawberry Fields Forever” — dedication to Shannon and Sean)22:58 Linda (“Last Kiss” — dedication to husband, Rod)23:21 Dan (“Teddy Bear” — dedication to Chuck and Diane)23:44 Tina/Henrietta (“Wedding Bell Blues” — dedication to Bill)24:24 Donna (“Theme from ‘A Summer Place’” — dedication to her husband on their 29th anniversary)25:23 Paula/Brighton (“Under The Boardwalk”)25:42 Gabe (“Under The Boardwalk” — dedication to Colleen)26:13 Laurie (“My Girl” — dedication to daughter, Ashley)27:08 Candace (“Norwegian Wood [This Bird Has Flown]” — dedication to Justin)All content (radio aircheck, audio podcast – all components, and show notes): © Michael J. Saffran
What this episode covers
“’70s at 7”/“Backseat Memories,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “Oldies 98.9”/WKLX-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight June 28, 1996. (Bonus podcast episode)Special note: Filling in on a Friday night during “Superstars of the ’60s Weekend”Callers aired and other show highlights:00:26 Rob/Webster (“Do You Know What I Mean”)01:01 Unidentified female (“Play That Funky Music”)01:20 First of a couple references to show-sponsor Bob Johnson Chevy-Geo (Greece)01:28 Sean/Clifton Springs (“The Ballroom Blitz”) — including Finger Lakes Ambulance reference02:05 First of a couple plugs of upcoming “Super Hits of the ’70s” CD giveaway (including reference to fellow WKLX DJ Chuck McCoy)02:16 First of a few references to “NewsSource 13” (WOKR-TV) meteorologist Bill Peterson02:47 Desirée/Working at Clean-O-Rama (“Sylvia’s Mother”)03:18 First of a few “’70s at 7,” “Jukebox Saturday Night” and R.C. Shaheen (sponsor) references04:01 Patty/Stafford (“School’s Out”)04:53 “’70s at 7 Trivia Challenge” live on-air contest giveaway of “Super Hits of the ’70s” (Rhino Records) CD — including Hooters and Arrows restaurants, Judge’s Ford and University of Rochester River Road Residence and Laboratory references06:36 John/Driving home (contest winner) — including St. Agnes High School (Brighton) reference (Note: St. Agnes was an all-girl school)07:29 Marie/Webster (“The Hustle”)08:05 “WKLX, Rochester” legal ID jingle — including first of a few “Superstars of the ’60s Weekend” reference08:40 “I hope I don’t fall asleep and crash the radio station!” (reference to working 4:30 a.m.–midnight — including morning traffic)09:36 First of a couple Ellis and Dee Dee (weekday morning-show hosts) “Weekend Preview” and Sportworks/Macedon (sponsor) references10:10 “WKLX, Rochester” legal ID jingle10:44 MG sportscars reference12:47 Unidentified male (“Nights In White Satin”)13:11 Jen (“One Fine Day” — dedication to Katie and Lisa)13:37 Unidentified male/Working at Domino’s Pizza (Gates) (“A Summer Song”)14:20 Brief in-studio visit by fellow WKLX DJ Tom Noonan :-)14:36 Angela/Rochester (“Runaround Sue” — dedication to Kelly)15:05 Geneseo Summer Festival (July 12–14, 1996) and Gary the Happy Pirate references16:08 Brian/Walworth Garden Apartments (“Seasons In The Sun”)16:41 Olivia/Churchville (“He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”)17:08 “The Beatle Years” and City Mattress (sponsor) references17:30 Cory/Trenton, Ontario, Canada (“One Summer Night” — dedication to wife, Carol)18:01 Kim/Henrietta (“Never My Love” — dedication to Kenny)18:27 Lila (with Tina)/Henrietta (“Let’s Stay Together” — dedication Randy and Bill)19:15 Rose (“Will You Love Me Tomorrow” — dedication to fiance, Floyd)19:27 Unidentified female (“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”)19:44 Phillip/Rochester (“Escape [The Pina Colada Song]” — dedication to Sonya)20:10 Courtney/Rochester (“Dream Lover” dedication to sister Alex)20:32 Jen (with Jen) (“Stand By Me” — dedication to Justin and Matt)21:22 Ken/Calling from a pay phone (“Shakin’ All Over” — dedication to “The Guess Who Lady”)21:42 Tracy/Working at Rochester General Hospital (“These Boots Are Made For Walking”)22:01 Crystal (“Mrs. Robinson” — dedication to Phil)22:10 Cassette tape ran out :-(22:25 Unidentified male (“Strawberry Fields Forever” — dedication to Shannon and Sean)22:58 Linda (“Last Kiss” — dedication to husband, Rod)23:21 Dan (“Teddy Bear” — dedication to Chuck and Diane)23:44 Tina/Henrietta (“Wedding Bell Blues” — dedication to Bill)24:24 Donna (“Theme from ‘A Summer Place’” — dedication to her husband on their 29th anniversary)25:23 Paula/Brighton (“Under The Boardwalk”)25:42 Gabe (“Under The Boardwalk” — dedication to Colleen)26:13 Laurie (“My Girl” — dedication to daughter, Ashley)27:08 Candace (“Norwegian Wood [This Bird Has Flown]” — dedication to Justin)All content (radio aircheck, audio podcast – all components, and show notes): © Michael J. Saffran
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