10 Questions with ... Andre Covington

1. What got you into radio?

Doing stand-up comedy, I would go on radio to promote shows. After one of my comedy promotions I was asked if I could fill in for a couple of weeks. They needed to find a new co/host for the morning show. A couple of weeks turned into 18 years!

2. What did you dream of becoming when you were a kid?

A lawyer. I would get money to talk and stretch to truth. I became a comedian instead. ( same thing kind of)

3. What was biggest adjustment coming from stand-up to radio?

The sound of laughter. I have to wait for someone to tell me later how funny I was. It's still cool to hear people explain what I said that made them laugh so much!

4. In high school, you were voted "Most Likely To ____________"?

I was voted best dressed my senior year. I had a job and all my money went towards clothes.

5. What would probably surprise most people about Fresno?

How many people here have left bigger cities to come live here. LA, the Bay ect...

6. What's your favorite thing about doing mornings at Q97.1?

Having the day to spend with my son. (He's two years old) And my daughters sporting events. I'm at 99% of them.

7. If you weren't in radio and comedy, what do you think you'd be doing professionally?

Advertising. I have a talent for Marketing and promotions.

8. What do you like to do in your spare time?

I'm a big into golfing. I am a 4.5 handicap. If I can find some spare time, remember I have a two-year old! I'm also a big fan of naps. When my son goes down I'm not too far behind.

9. If you could be on any TV reality show or game show, which would you want to be on?

One of those Housewives shows. They look like fun for the guys. Free trips, good money and my wife would have to deal with all the drama.

10. Which famous comedian would you love to hear on a morning show five days/week?

Jamie Foxx. He's a great story teller.

If you had to eat one type of meal every day for a month, what would it be?

Soul food, and when I came out of my diabetic coma...no more Soul food for me.

Your "go to" romantic spot in Fresno?

My wife and I built a theater room in our house. It's our go to spot for romance and quiet time. Wine, movies, and well, you know...