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10 Questions with ... Eddie Gomez
August 30, 2005
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NAME:Eddie GomezPOSITION:PD/MDSTATION:KWNZMARKET:Reno, NVCOMPANY:Scott Comm
Please outline your radio career so far: (station/date, station/date, etc.)
KMMG Albuquerque
KWWV San Luis Obispo
KYLZ Albuquerque
KPTY Phoenix
KWID Las Vegas/KSYU Albuquerque (Voicetracked)
KWNZ Reno1) What led you to a career in radio?
My best friend's older brother was a night jock. When an overnight board-op position came available, and they needed someone A.S.A.P, I came in that same night and learned the ropes.
2) It's our 10th anniversary this year. What were you doing 10 years ago?
I was in Junior High. Puberty?
3) What Movie or TV program best describes your life?
The Bachelor, without the roses.
4) What is the radio vibe like in your market?
Reno's nickname is the "Biggest Little City," and radio reflects that description. Small market, big sound.
5) Using one sentence for each, how would you describe the on-air staff at the station?
Kid Kraddick - Great morning show, that anyone can relate to.
Lucy The Latin Diva - When our new website is complete, you'll see why we call her Reno's little J-Lo.
Me - I plead the fifth.
Bernie Mac - He's outgoing, witty and even though he sounds like he's 12, our night audience loves him!
6) Who is your favorite air personality not on your staff and why do you like them?
I am a big fan of Big Momma (formerly with WFLZ) I used to listen to him in Albuquerque. When you have a whole city talking about your show, then you're doing your job. I'm also a fan of Big Boy at KPWR, Supersnake at KZZP, and Bill Lee.
7) What was your favorite station to listen to when you were a kid?
KKFR in Phoenix, and KKSS Albuquerque. We moved a lot.
8) What music do you listen to when you're not working?
I love Motown, and am obsessed with music from the early 90's like: Bell Biv Devoe, Guy, Jodeci, Mint Condition ... you get it!
9) What advice you would give people new to the business?
Learn as much as possible, if this is a profession you want to take on, the more versatile you are, the better shot you have at succeeding.
10) Please describe the best or worst promotion you've ever been part of?
When I was at KWWV we did a "Get Sicky for Ricky" promotion. We had listeners throw up off the Pismo Beach pier for tickets and limo to see Ricky Martin at staples center. I was the fortunate jock judging the contest.
Bonus Questions
Looking around your office, desk, walls, etc. ... how would you describe your working space?
My office is the size of a closet. Can you say claustrophobic?
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