The Chad Taylor Show

Chad Taylor hosting the Z102.9 Workday Playlist!  

I told her quote, “you will always be my baby, it doesn’t matter how old you get!” 

We had the pleasure of tasting the Top 11 new foods at the Iowa State Fair this year! Thanks to Jackie Schmillen for once again joining me in the 7:00 AM hour to recap all the tastiness! 

It’s been great having Mike in town for the first time. He’s never been to the state of Iowa, and of course we had to bring him to Adventureland! We even got him to ride the Monster (which I would never do).

This high school in Illinois just pulled off the most epic Senior Prank EVER! 

I didn't think this would be Jackie's response lol. 

Thomas Jefferson University is getting a lot of attention after Thursday's nursing student graduation ceremony.

What's it like in your house when it comes to be prepared and ready for the next day? 

I certainly would not complain if somebody felt the need to constantly send me FREE PIZZA!

I learned a valuable lesson late in life! I will always listen to my dentist moving forward. 

Here's the story I told on the KJJY Morning Show last Friday about the Easter Egg Hunt my mom planned back in the day, that was spoiled by both our dog, and the neighbors dog. For all my radio friends I included the tease beforehand. 

I was finally able to share the news I've been sitting on for awhile. You can read more about it on the KJJY Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/925KJJY

I swear I'm in the minority when it comes to this topic! 

I swear my camera role was filled with pics of Tim's backside lol You can read more and see pics here: https://www.kjjy.com/2024/03/22/tim-mcgraw-reps-caitlin-clark-audio-pics/

Why does it seem that every guy over the age of 60 + just wants to walk around butt naked in the locker room? 

Yes, I agree kids nowadays have way to much homework! But, I wouldn't be calling the police to report it lol. 

Yes, we're all getting old, and here's the proof! 

This cow knew something about either the bride or groom! 

The costs are adding up for the spring break vacation for us! 

Who knew there was a Star Trek connection to the great state of Iowa? 

This robber can now say he was caught with pants down! 

Megan Reuther from Hello Iowa joined the show this morning and she said her husband Randy is the exception when it comes to laundry duties.

Mom went viral on TikTok for a conversation she had with her daughter about 'old names!' 

Why can't most guys do the laundry the right way? I think we found the answer...

These daughters felt the need to confess all of the things they didn't do since mom passed away (very funny). 

I can totally relate to this dad's reaction having two daughters of my own. 

It's always a good time when you can get us all in the studio for a chat! 

A funeral home in the U.K. sent residents of a nursing home Valentine's Day cards. 

In honor of Presidents' Day I put Jackie to the test! 

Grant stopped by to talk about the incredible lineup planned for The Ruckus this year and to talk about why they had to move locations. 

We got a ton of calls and posts today with this question! My answer by the way was 'Jump Around' House of Pain! 

The King of Country music knows how to pay tribute to all his ex-lovers! 

I had no idea there was so much UFO activity here in central Iowa :) 

Some things just shouldn't go viral, and this is a great example! 

The Blank Park Zoo has a pretty impressive record when it comes to picking winners! 

I swear this is a true story, and one I never want to relive again! 

I had a great call from Rod this morning about his wife asking him over and over..."Did you hear me?" Check out this clip! 

We spent the entire morning show celebrating and mourning the incredible loss of Toby Keith today. 

 When I was back home in Wisconsin over the weekend, my kiddos took me to an old fashioned speakeasy in Milwaukee. 

I'm bursting with pride for my oldest daughter, Makenzie! What a long and hard journey it's been for this beautiful young woman. 

Barry Manilow is bringing one of his last tour stops to Des Moines this summer, and I'm here for it! 

My dear friend Megan Reuther from Hello Iowa was asked by one of the KJJY listeners how she balances being a popular TV personality, mom, volunteer and wife. 

 We talk about the upcoming RAGBRAI LI Route which will be announced this Saturday, January 27th. You can join the big announce party in downtown Des Moines! Click HERE for details. A big thank you to my special in studio guest this morning, Megan Reuther (Hello Iowa). 

How can he ask her to split the bill? He asked her out in the first place! I think it's safe to say there was NO second date after this nonsense. 

I'm struggling with the fact my youngest will be out of the house soon :( this dad is crying over everything lately! By the way the song is 'Highway Don't Care.' 

A middle school in North Carolina is taking down the mirrors in the girls bathrooms due to TikTok! My dear friend Jack Schmillen joins the conversation. 

The parents of the late actor Cameron Boyce (Victor and Libby) joined me to talk about the one year anniversary of his passing and the incredible work they've done since with The Cameron Boyce Foundation. 

Timmons was the founding member of 98 Degrees. While studying Psychology at Kent State, Timmons decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment. Although he received several acting jobs (including a commercial for the U.S. Navy), his passion belonged to music and he formed a singing group subsequently. Timmons (along with Justin Jeffre, and brothers Drew and Nick Lachey) formed independently and were later signed to the Motown label in the mid-1990s. In 1997, they released their first single "Invisible Man" which peaking at number-twelve in the Billboard Hot 100. After building popularity with their appearance in the movie Mulan, singing "True to Your Heart" which had them collaborate with Stevie Wonder, their success broke out in late 1998 with their album 98 Degrees and Rising, which included the hit singles "The Hardest Thing", "I Do (Cherish You)" and "Because of You". In 2000, the group released their fourth album Revelation which became their highest charting album in the Billboard 200. 

As a high school football standout, he was awarded a full ride college scholarship. Unfortunately, injuries cut his football playing days short, which led to his entry in to the entertainment industry. In 1989, Bubba was called upon by his mentor Earl Gabbidon to provide personal protection to Country/Western singer Dolly Parton while she performed concerts throughout Arizona. Bubba toured with Pop duo Milli Vanilli on their West Coast portion of their tour. With gaining such a positive reputation in the entertainment industry for executive protection, Bubba was then recruited by the mega pop group New Kids On The Block as Jordan Knight's personal bodyguard from 1989-1994. He continued working with Jordan until 2005, even doubling as his Tour Manager as well. In 2006, Bubba decided to retire from the road after touring the world with numerous musical artists; groups and being the Tour Manager for Reggae group Morgan Heritage. Bubba made his first appearance on New Kids On The Block "Step by Step" music video as the drummer; which led to three additional music videos with NKOTB. He was also seen in NKOTB 1990 Pay Per View special "No More Games Live", and in the Disney MGM Studio's NFL Super Bowl Special "NKOTB Wildest Dreams" on NBC in 1991. In 1995 he made his film debut, when longtime friend Steve "Biscuit" Walker who was the original bodyguard for NKOTB and later solo Rap star asked if Bubba was interested in playing his bodyguard in a Feature Film "A Texas Payback". This is where Bubba caught the acting bug. He went on to be featured on NBC's "Unsolved Mysteries" as legendary music mogul Marion "Suge" Knight. The episode was dedicated to Tupac Shakur's murder in Las Vegas. In 1997, Bubba was featured in the film version of the UK's longtime running soap opera "Coronation Street-Viva Las Vegas". He also found love in the theater where he portrayed Pvt. C.J. Memphis in a "Soldier's Story" and the voice of Audrey II the plant in a a stage production of "A Little Shop of Horrors". After a time away from acting, Bubba was called on once again to play himself in Spike TV's reality show "The Club". The show dealt with the everyday happenings in the nightclub business in Las Vegas. Bubba returned to Hollywood in 2009 after making his return to the big screen in the film "Middle Men". Bubba also completed two other films as well "Columbus Circle" and "Our Family Wedding", where he played opposite Forrest Whittaker and Carlos Mencia as the Mountainist where he had his first fight scenes. All three were released in 2010. Since 2010, Bubba has been working consistently in TV and film appearances such as CBS's "The Mentalist. Bubba's first lead role in the film "Sideline Confessions" as retired football player Gregg Booker. Bubba has had many guest appearances on Nickelodeons "Sam & Cat"; his most notable character Bunny. Bubba took an 18-month hiatus from Hollywood and returned to his home state Arizona. Bubba was called upon by Dan Schneider, the creator of such shows for Nickelodeon as "All That", "Keenan & Kel" "Zoey 101", "Josh & Drake", "iCarly" and "Sam & Cat" to reprise his role as Bunny along with Kel Mitchel on a weekly bases in his new show "Game Shakers."