10 Questions with ... Ron Miller

NAME:Ron Miller TITLE:PD STATION:WTZB 105.9 THE BUZZ, TODAY'S NEW ROCK ALTERNATIVE MARKET:Sarasota/Bradenton (#74) COMPANY:Clear Channel BORN:Erie, PA RAISED:Bradenton, FL

1. If you were just starting out in radio, knowing now, what you didn't then, would you still do it?

I don't know if I would have the "commitment" I have now. The red tape and regulation is out of control!

2. What do you like best about your job?

I like being involved with the music (the good and bad) and meeting new listeners every day.

3, In what ways has The Buzz changed since you launched the station 2 1/2 years ago?

Three different night guys later and I think we are exactly the same. We are like that guaranteed booty call -- you know what you'll get every time. We really haven't changed our formula at all, except going a little more current.

4. What would surprise people most about the station?

We actually program the station to the area from my office, no handed down or approved playlists.

5. What would surprise people most about you?

I'm not as angry as I look.

6. What is your biggest challenge at the station?

I would need several pages for this. I guess getting everybody to understand my passion for this beast and come along for the ride.

7. If you could add any one full-time position to your budget with no questions asked, what would it be?

A producer/model for mornings. I'll have to ok this answer with H.R. (no, not the singer).

8. Besides WTZB, what is your favorite station and why?

I have a severe loyalty issue. There is only TZB. I honestly don't have a favorite station.

9. What is the one truth that has held constant throughout your career?

I love what I do and feel lucky everyday that I have this job (unlike a few veterans I have met over the years).

10. Biggest career highlight?

Still the Spring '04 book. Tied for 4th overall with the weakest FM signal.

What are your hobbies?

A little more than a hobby - drummer/percussionist, beach/outdoor Florida stuff, heathen-style weekend trips, and the S T E E L E R S !