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So yesterday I included a classic 1989 aircheck of Kidd Kradick at The Eagle in Dallas. I made a comment about the 57 pound headphones he was sporting, and how I used to own a pair just like 'em, which I think gave me lower back problems.

My buddy, Dave Benson, out of WKFR in Kalamazoo, MI, sent me an email to let me know he still loves and uses a pair of Koss Pro-4AA's everyday!



So, I looked them up on Amazon.com, and discovered they still make them for around a hundred bucks (see them here). And, dang it, I may have to buy a pair! #1) I need a new pair of headphones, and #2) I think it's time to go old school!

My insurance will cover spinal reconstruction surgery, I think.

Oh, by the way, I also looked up Kidd Kraddick to see what he's doing today, and he's still awesome at Kiss in Dallas (and his affiliate stations, as well). His website is incredible, and you can watch the show via uStream at anytime of day here.


Worth a Mention

Number of the Day: 80. That's the percentage of Americans that now call themselves urbanites. 8 out of 10 of us live in a big city, and California dominates as the most urban state.
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If you have a complaint about a company, is their Facebook page a good place to start? Probably not. A survey discovered that 1 out of 4 retailers ignored customer questions posted on Facebook. This was from a survey of 20 top online retailers on Facebook. It's not all bad, though, five companies out of 20, B&H Photo, Gap, Bed Bath & Beyond, JackThreads.com, and Williams-Sonoma, all responded to questions within 48 hours.
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We're Working More, But That's Okay!

As the clock hits 5pm, men hit the door and women stay behind. A new study found more women than men are working beyond an 8 hour workday, 54% to 41%.
  • Not only that, but women take their work to the beach. 67% of women say they work while on vacation vs. 60% of men. Either way, it means we're all taking our work to the beach!
  • How about income? Women feel pretty good about what they make. More than half of men think their friends would feel bad for them if they knew how much they made. Only 17% of women said the same.
  • Bonus time! Last year 55% of men reported receiving a bonus compared to 47% of women. What do women do with that extra cash? 40% used it for a trip to the beach. 30% of men said the same.
  • Feel ill? 84% of all employees report they were "actually sick" the last time they called in sick
  • The rest flat-out lied, admitting they were suffering from a hangover, interviewing for another job, or just needed a mental health day.

Phones/Facebook: Ever been busted for calling in sick? What happened?

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What Makes A Horrible Boss Horrible?

A consulting firm surveyed 1,000 people to get an idea of what makes a bad boss bad, and a good boss tolerable.

Characteristics of a bad boss:
  • Arrogant
  • Manipulative
  • Emotionally Volatile

Characteristics of a great boss
  • Trustworthy
  • Responsible
  • Inspirational
  • Calm under pressure

Facebook/Phones: Describe your boss in one word

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Would You Hire a Hot Sitter?

Do moms purposely shy away from hiring pretty baby sitters? Nope! SitterCity surveyed moms and discovered the most important attributes when looking for childcare is that they engage, educate and enhance their children's lives.

Only 7% would avoid hiring a beautiful babysitter or nanny.

Facebook/Phones - Are these moms being honest? Would you hire a hot, young and single babysitter?

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Decoding "Guy Talk" Online

A blogger on YourTango.com translates what men actually mean in their online dating profile....and guess what? Most of the time, men actually mean what they say, so don't think he's a project that can be changed!

1. When a guy says, "I want a woman who takes care of herself and eats healthy," he means exactly that. He wants a woman who is in shape.

2. If he mentions he "likes to travel and wants to experience new places and new things," again, he means that!

3. If he says, "I'm just here looking around" or, "I'm looking for a friend" or, "I'm taking it slow," or any other variation of these words, then take the hint.

4. If his profile reads, "blah blah blah," you can't learn much about him. He's frustrated that he hasn't been unsuccessful on the dating scene.

5. If he says, "I'm a workaholic," or mentions work more than a few times in his post, you'll need to be strong with an equal amount of work and/or hobbies to keep you busy, because this guy sure won't

6. When he admits that he is, "undecided/open-minded/prefer not to say" about having children, take a look at your life now. Then, glance into your future and see where you hope to be. If having children isn't in your plans then you two may have something in common.

7. If he says, "nothing is off limits," get clarification. There's a difference between an open mind and a pervert

8. If he says, "I'm a big kid…" chances are, he is. So if you're looking for the serious type, take notice.

9. If he writes, "sarcasm is my language," then know that at some point he will probably offend you.

10. If he talks about sex, repeatedly, throughout his profile, he may not necessarily be looking for a booty call. He may just have a tenacious appetite and he's warning you in advance.

11. If he says, "I am in school, or exploring new opportunities," chances are, he is currently in college and unemployed.

12. If he says, "I am a sports fan," then be prepared to watch sports and attend sporting events.

13. When he mentions, "I'm not into the bar scene," chances are, he really isn't. He is probably ready to settle down.

14. If he says he has children, know that you should expect to be the second or third pick.

Facebook/Phones: What has been your biggest lesson when reading online dating profiles?

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The Happiest Time of Our Life

If you're 33-years old, soak it up, because it's all uphill from here. In a survey by the website Friends Reunited, 7 out of 10 people picked 33-years old as their happiest year of life.
  • 53% said 33-years old was when they had more fun..
  • .. and 42% said they felt more optimistic about the future.
  • A third said their happiness came from having kids...
  • ...and one in five said it was success at work that made happy.

Phoner: If 33 is the happiest age, what is the worst age to be?

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Joke of the Day

A woman who ran to the mall for a quick errand lost her purse, but an honest teenage boy returned it to her. The woman looked inside her purse and remarked, "That's strange. Earlier I had a $20 bill inside, but now it's gone, and instead I see two fives and a ten." "That's right," the boy explained, "the last time I found a lady's purse, she did not have change for a reward."