Bob Thompson, Ph.D is the Professor of Pop Culture at Syracuse University. He talks with Torg & Elliott about why he teaches about pop culture, how negatively it was received when he began teaching it in the 80s, and how many college and high school courses immerse their curriculum in pop culture today. The guys also talk about how Lucille Ball was the pioneer for women in television, the impact of how [the late] Mort Sahl and John Stewart shaped comedy on TV, and more.
TV Investigative Reporter Tom Sussi gives Torg & Elliott the scoop about his run for City Council.
The Qfm96 Red, White, & Q Fund raises funds year-round to support local veterans, active service members, first responders, and their families. Guest Mike Schoedinger of Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Services, and presenting sponsor of the Red, White, & Q Radiothon, speak with Torg & Elliott about Schoedinger’s commitment to supporting and honoring veterans.
Rock reporter Sal Cirrincione recaps the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and concert with Torg & Elliott.
Torg & Elliott talk with David Coverdale of Whitesnake about the special edition 25th anniversary of “Restless Heart” and what it was like looking back at his 50 year legacy of making music and why he decided to include that as part of the album. Torg asks David if this is Whitesnake’s last tour, why they aren’t in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and more.
Get to know candidate Joe Blystone as he talks to Torg & Elliott about his run for the Governor of Ohio.
OhioHealth Infectious Diseases Specialist, Joseph Gastaldo, MD, speaks with Torg & Elliott about the availability of COVID-19 boosters – who should get them and why.
Actor, writer, producer, and comedian, Kevin James catches up with Torg & Elliott about how life has been through the pandemic, the death of Jerry Stiller, will he return to sitcoms, his new tour, and more.
We talked to Ohio State football head coach Ryan Day, as the Buckeyes head into a bye week & coach Day will be hitting the recruiting trail. Ryan also talked to us about the progress of the team on both sides of the ball & talked about the challenges of the new NIL deal for NCAA athletes.
We caught up with our pal & head coach of the Blue Jackets, Brad Larsen. Brad hipped us to Boone Jenner being named the team captain for 2021 & talked about some of the young exciting players they have on the team and in the minors as well as some laughs with the guys.
