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10 Questions with ... Eric Powers
January 15, 2008
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NAME:Eric PowersPOSITION:PD/afternoonsSTATION:KUBEMARKET:Seattle, WACOMPANY:Clear ChannelBORN:Seattle, WARAISED:Seattle, WA
BRIEF CAREER SYNOPSIS:
I started a pirate in my parents' house in 1989, then I worked at KNHC (a high school station)
1. Why radio?
I love MUSIC, People and being able to be in a media that's immediate!
2. What stands out the most about your first few days in Radio?
Raw energy and HUGE NERVES. I was so nervous I forgot to turn on the mic and talked for 15 seconds to myself. Best break I ever did.
3. How has your day changed since you first started as PD at KUBE?
More meetings about technology...KUBE93.com, Mobile, new marketing, Air checking and working to help develop an already incredible team!
4. What makes Seattle such a special market to work in?
For me it's an amazing city with smart hi-tech and active people. If you love the outdoors and aren't afraid of a little rain...this is the place to LIVE!
5. What secret about Eric Powers will surprise even those that know you well?
I worry about my staff all the time...even the littlest things can keep me up all night. Also, I take showers with my cat he loves water...go figure.
6. Who do you consider to be your mentor(s)?
Jerry Clifton and Mike Tierney...I still quote lines from them today. I owe them a lot of credit.
7. Give me one line on the members of your air staff and programming team?
VERY DRIVEN to win in all aspects of radio today.
8. What excites you everyday when you come in to work?
I never know what type of excitement my morning show is going to give me! Also, my staff...we have fun!
9. Ever daydream about NY, L.A., SF or other markets?
L.A. and/or SF have always been a dream but for right now I love Seattle!
10. What do you see as the biggest challenge facing radio today?
Technology and so many choices for consumers.
Bonus Questions
What song, in rotation now, always seems to make you want to smile when you hear it on the station?
Flo Rida "Low", I love this cut!
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