Lisa Mullins is known for her hard-hitting interview style and her wide knowledge of international affairs. from Beloit College. Stern also conducted a live interview with President Clinton in 1995. In 1975 while still at WBCN, Jackson wrote and narratedEssays in BlackMusic, a 35-part chronology of African American musical history that aired weekly on WGBH Radio, Boston. During one six-months sabbatical, however, he was replaced by sports announcer Sean McDonough. At WLVI (then with the call letters WKBG), he introduced the citys first commercial station 10 oclock news. NightSide focuses on a wide variety of issues, political, economic and social. The Film Detective has distributed its extensive library of 3,000+ hours of film on DVD and Blu-ray and through leading broadcast and streaming platforms including TCM, NBC, EPIX, Amazon, MeTV, PBS, and more. Therman Toon was the first Black news photographer in the New England area. Therman Toons work with young, aspiring journalists is also part of his legacy. The Hall of Fame Committee will continue to conduct a nomination and selection process each year to induct individuals who have made major contributions to Massachusetts broadcasting. Over the years, Jackson has hosted more than 3000 interviews with music greats ranging from Wynton Marsalis to Ornette Coleman to Dizzy Gillespie. "We are excited to partner with Dana and watch as his legacy continues into the future on The Film Detective.". Full tables of eight, nine, and ten are available. He played three seasons for the Angels starting in 1975 before being traded to the Red Sox. He considers his most important work in television a 15-year crusade that helped gain freedom for Joe Salvati, a Boston man wrongfully convicted for a 1965 murder. Present were his wife Cathy, his daughter Nicole, and his son, Marlon in addition to many other family members and friends. Likes. He has also covered every Presidential campaign since Reagan vs Mondale in 1984, including the historic campaigns of the nations first African-American President Barack Obama and the nations first female major party Presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton. Pepin returned to Massachusetts and WWLP in 1981, assuming the position of General Manager. She has the longest-running show of any woman on the radio in any top-ten market in America. Quill has also worked as a freelance voice artist and provides the voiceover for clients around the world. Today, among five radio stations that he owns, Pat Costas Costa-Eagle Radio Ventures station, Power800 AM/102.9 FM WNNW airs a Spanish-language tropical music format and is the number-one Spanishlanguage radio broadcaster in the Boston area. She also hosted a PBS-TV series called Thinking Big. Early in her career, Mullins anchored WBURsMorning Edition. Join Facebook to connect with Donna Hersey and others you may know. Rea spent 31 years as an on-air television reporter at WBZ Radios sister television station, WBZ-TV, the CBS affiliate in Boston. The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm. Hall of Fame to Honor: News7s Byron Barnett, Retired Channel 38 General Manager Dan Berkery, KISS 108 Radio Personality and Co-Host of TVs Dining Playbook Billy Costa, Western Mass News Primary TV Anchor Dave Madsen, WBZ Radio NightSide host Dan Rea, Boston Red Sox TV Color Analyst Jerry Remy, Former Chairman and CEO of Radio Powerhouse Greater Media, Inc. Peter Smyth, Recently Retired WBZ Radio News Anchor Diane Stern, AND Cramer Productions Founder and Chairman, the Late Tom Martin. Alphabetically by last name, they are: former longtime WHDH-TV, 7NEWS journalist Victoria Block, legendary advertiser in the automotive industry Ernie Boch who will be honored posthumously with the organizations special Pioneer Award, three-time Emmy award-winner and former co-host of Evening Magazine Sara Edwards, retired Boston radio news veteran Listo Fisher, the dean of Western Massachusetts television journalism Ray Hershel, WCVB-TV Director of Public Affairs and Community Services and host/executive producer of CityLine Karen Holmes Ward, the late WBZ Radio news reporter/anchor Lana Jones, WCVB-TVs Chief Meteorologist Harvey Leonard, This Old House Executive Producer/Director Russell Morash, and one of the early WBCN Radio deejays Maxanne Sartori. She focused on the research and development of new treatments for diseases as well as new technologies that made the jobs of healthcare providers easier. They are the leaders who set forth the path that future generations will follow. He joined WCVB in 1974 as the first producer/host of Aqui, a Hispanic public affairs program he created. He was Maines first professional television meteorologist. WSBK-TV (channel 38) is an independent television station in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. ET, leading up to the New Year's Eve marathon on The Film Detective channel. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymPiVv-ArdE youtube.com WSBK TV-38 BOSTON WE DON'T KNOCK Dana Hersey This is from a show called "We Don't Knock " hosted by the great Dana Hersey. Indeed, the unique and hilarious performance of Rosalita from the latter visit is easily one of the most memorable nine-minutes in WBCNs entire history.. Bill Shields, the WBZ-TV, Boston reporter, passed away in February of this year. Madsen is very active in the community as a longtime member of the Jimmy Fund Council of Western Massachusetts, having served as its president and current vice president. McDonough was the television play-by-play announcer for the Boston Red Sox from 1988-2004. It became the flagship station for the Metromedia broadcasting group [and Mr. Bennett headed that companys station group, then the largest in the nation]. This group of outstanding professionals has been recognized for their enduring commitment and deep dedication to their craft. In 1975, Russ teamed with Jim Crockett to begin Crocketts Victory Garden, later The Victory Garden, a televised gardening adventure which continued for 30 years until Russ hung up his trowel in 2003. of Hersey & The Movie Loft featuring "Dana Hearsay" and "The Movie Pit"? The name and premise is also a nod to a titular Boston institution, The Movie Loft, featuring Dana Hersey, which ran on WSBK TV-38 throughout our "salad days". The following is excerpted from a February 8th story about him by Boston Globe obituaries editor Bryan Marquard: As an Emmy Award-winning reporter for WBZ-TV, Bill Shields reported from high atop Mount Washington in winter and from the ocean depths off Florida with treasure hunters and stood in front of cameras during more storms than hed care to count. Jackson became a regular part of the WGBH lineup in 1977 withArtists in the Night, an overnight jazz music showcase. 1986 - WSBK TV-38, The Movie Loft with Dana Hersey.-"Duel", Steven Spielberg (1971) You should start this up again. Therman Toons professional and community achievements have been recognized with numerous Boston Press Photographer awards, The Black Achiever Award, and the NATAS Silver Circle Award for lifetime achievement. Capping a broadcasting career that spans five decades, William M. Pepin retired last year as Vice President and General Manager of WWLP-TV, 22News. Mike was voted Massachusetts Sportscaster of the Year by the National Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association in 1985-1991, 1999, 2003, and 2006-2012 for a total of 16 times, the most honors of anyone in the history of the award. Andy Hiller is widely regarded as the most provocative political reporter in New England. Jorge Quiroga, an award-winning journalist at WCVB-TV, Channel 5 in Boston, reported countless stories for 45 years for the stations award-winning newscasts. Heres a note that I sent to my colleagues at the station a couple weeks ago, Stevens wrote. Remy is a former Major League second baseman. He noticed that many companies were still using slides and overheads when they could be taking advantage of then-new video production technology. Menu. Even earlier, she was news director at WEIM in Fitchburg. McDonough joined ESPN in 1988, establishing himself as a national voice just four years after graduating cum laude from Syracuse. The Movie Loft and Ask the Manager are two iconic programs formerly on TV 38 that remind us of Dana Hersey. This distinguished award is considered to be the highest individual honor awarded by fellow journalists in New England. Stevens, 64, said in a Facebook post Friday that hes now working part-time at the station hes called home since 1991. Merrimack Valley and Greater Boston area. As they say in broadcasting, STAY TUNED!, https://www.massbroadcastershof.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-HOF-slate-2-Slider-photo-1.png, /wp-content/uploads/2015/01/logo-for-web1.png, Nine broadcasters inducted into MA Broadcasters Hall of Fame, https://www.massbroadcastershof.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2021-HOF-Induction-Luncheon-tix-1.png, Tickets for Sept. 22, 2022 luncheon on sale now, Our Status has Changed; Our Mission Remains the Same, Introducing the Hall of Fame Class of 2019. He also was a significant player in revolutionizing the Boston sports media landscape as the co-founder of the New England Sports Network (NESN),the first regional sports network launch in the industry. He and co-host Jenny Johnson currently star on Dining Playbook, a 30-minute show on the New England Sports Network (NESN) that combines two of New Englands favorite pastimes food and sports. Probably the best known and fondest remembered was Channel 38's The Movie Loft, hosted by the mellifluously-voiced Dana Hersey. Therman, the youngest son in a family of 11, will be remembered as a pioneering black TV news photographer. Each will be presented by prominent broadcasting figures, as nearly two dozen past inductees and more than 300 other guests look on. Radio Ink Magazine, a leading broadcast industry publication, in 2005 and 2011, selected Smyth as Americas Best Broadcaster. In addition, he has been recognized as one of Radio Inks 40 Most Powerful People in Radio, ranking among the top ten. McDonoughs broadcast work includes a College Football Playoff (CFP) Semifinal on ESPN and the CFP National Championship on ESPN Radio, capping each college football season in which he calls weekly marquee regular season games on ESPN or ABC. Prior to joining WBZ News Radio, she worked as a morning anchor at WEEI Radio in Boston from 1978 to 1983, WITS and WMEX Radio in Boston from 1976 to 1978, and WMLO Radio in Danvers, Massachusetts from 1975 to 1976. Hersey also asked the questions onAsk the Managerwith then Channel 38 General Manager Dan Berkery. He joined WWLP in 1969 working in production, on-air as a weathercaster, and in management. Ive had enough icy hills. Paul Kelley Pioneer Award 1. Rising through the ranks in television sales, Gerry Walsh became President and General Manager of WLVI, Channel 56, Boston, and served in that position from 1980 to 1989. . Being actively involved in his local and broadcast communities has been a staple of Pepins career. She is the author of six books and has been widely quoted by reporters seeking information about local and national media trends. An inductee in the Silver Circle of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Boston/New England Chapter, Quiroga covered nearly every major national and local story of importance to New Englanders including the Blizzard of 78, the Claus von Blow trial (then, the crime of the century), the September 11 attack on America, the Sandy Hook school shootings, and the Boston Marathon bombing. From 1972-1977, he was a political editor in Atlanta for WAGA-TV, where he covered Governor, then President, Jimmy Carter. Adapted from the August 25, 2018Boston Globe, by Dan ShaughnessyIf you follow the Red Sox, youve heard the voice of the man whos always asking the tough questions. Three-time Emmy Award-winner Sara Edwards is best-known locally for her work with Barry Nolan as co-host of Evening Magazine on WBZ-TV, Channel 4, from 1981-1990. See Photos. Listo Fisher is an award-winning newscaster who has worked as a host, anchor, and announcer at WCRB, WRKO, WHDH and WBZ, all Boston radio stations, as well as at stations in Ohio, Indiana, New York and Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa. Mixed. He served as a member of the National Academy television Arts/Sciences Boston/New England Chapter (president 1985-1986), the Northeast Broadcasters Association (president 1984-1985), and the Ad Club of Boston (trustee 1986-1987). Quote Tweets. A full video of the luncheon (coming soon) along with more than 600 pictures are also available on our 2022 inductee page. The year 2017marks Dave Madsens 47th year in broadcasting and 25thanniversary with Western Mass News, broadcast on CBS 3, ABC40, and FOX 6 in Springfield. He was the first Black TV news photographer in New England. As an example, for more than two decades they hosted and broadcast continuously the annual Mayflower Marathon, a 57-hour on-air food and fund drive that takes place each year on the weekend before Thanksgiving to benefit the Open Pantry food bank of Springfield. Those wishing to nominate someone for the Hall of Fame can use thenomination formon the HOF website. Frank Bernard Avruch (May 21, 1928 - March 20, 2018) was an American television host who played Bozo the Clown on Boston television from 1959 to 1970. On radio, Hersey was an announcer with WLYN-AM in Lynn and more recently co-hosted the popular morning show on North Shore 104.9 FM, Boston. 575 views 3 months ago The Movie Loft and Ask the Manager are two iconic programs formerly on TV 38 that remind us of Dana Hersey. Hershey Kate Danao. Hersey is a longtime personality in the Boston market best known as host of "The Movie Loft" on WSBK-TV. Let us welcome them as they join more than 150 others who can proudly state they have been inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters of Fame.. Radio is in her blood: she is the daughter of the late Doris and Joe Quill, owner and general manager of WRLM in Taunton, Massachusetts. With his deep, resonant theatrical voice, Hersey expertly hosted The Movie Loft in the late 70s and 80s, making it a Boston area household name. Here are excerpts from a Boston Globe Sept. 26, 2019 story about Carl written by Globe staffer Travis Andersen: Carl Stevens, the legendary WBZ radio reporter and poet known for his signature voice and calm demeanor during chaotic press scrums, is dialing it back. Tickets for the luncheon are $75 each and may be purchased via the Hall of Fames website, www.massbroadcastersHOF.org. On radio, Hersey was an announcer with WLYN-AM in Lynn and more recently co-hosted the popular morning show on North Shore 104.9 FM, Boston. This honor is given to distinguished individuals who have made significant contributions to television over the course of at least 25 years. Mike Lynch is a correspondent for WCVB-TVs award-winning sports department with special focus on his signature High Five high school sports series and the Thanksgiving night high school football special, as well as other major sporting events. Prior to working at Channel 5, she was an associate producer of PBS TelevisionsThe Advocates,a national political affairs writer forThe Boston Phoenix, a reporter for WGBH-TVsTen OClock Newsand political editor ofThe Newton Times. Powered by their team of 150 people, Cramer produces meetings and events, experiential marketing, and video for global brands. He was also chosen to become a member of the Boston/New England Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Silver Circle in 2005. LOS ANGELES, Dec. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today thatThe Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, will be ringing in the New Year with respected broadcast veteranDana Hersey, featuring an exclusive interview about Hersey's popularNew Year's Eve Three Stooges Marathon. Additionally, he is a member of the Advisory Board for US Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management. 34. Hall of Fame President Peter Brown, Principal of Peter Brown Communications, called this years inductees as impressive a group of broadcasters as there is anywhere and a collective credit to the radio and television industry of the Bay State. Former long-time WBZ Radio host Jordan Rich, a Hall of Fame Board member, will emcee the luncheon. With his deep, resonant theatrical voice, Hersey expertly hosted The Movie Loft in the late 70s and 80s, making it a Boston area household name. Maxanne Sartori was hired for the afternoon shift as a WBCN Radio deejay on Friday the 13th of November, 1970, and by the time she left the station, on April Fools Day 1977, she had become what the Music Museum of New England called, WBCNs most powerful and distinctive personality. Maxanne championed Boston artists like The J. Geils Band, The Cars and Billy Squier, and Aerosmith. In 2010, she was awarded a fellowship at Harvard Universitys Nieman Foundation. Laura Carlo has been WCRBs Morning Program host for more than two decades. The Award, Committee Chair Brown said, was established to recognize individuals who do not appear on-air, but their role helped influence and inspire the Massachusetts broadcast community to reach a pinnacle of excellence.. The following is excerpted from the September 22, 2005 Bay State Banner newspaper: Therman Noot Toon passed away at his Dorchester home Monday at the age of 62. In his renowned tenure, the Boston native has been behind the ESPN microphone for a bevy of marquee events, including Monday Night Football, The Open Championship, the US Open, and multiple NCAA Championships. A b. As a voice talent, she has provided voiceovers for leading service providers including EMantras, Benztown, Blue Coat Technologies, Hi-Energy Productions, and Voice Talent Online. The Film Detective will feature its ownNew Year's Eve Kings of ComedyMarathonto mark the occasion. They are: Marjorie Arons-Barron, the retired long-time former WCVB-TV, Boston, Director of Editorials; WCVBs founding President and General Manager, the lateRobert Bennett; WBZ-TV Boston meteorologistBarry Burbank; Boston TV38s former Movie Loft hostDana Hersey; Boston 7News former political reporter/commentatorAndy Hiller; WBZ Boston Radio sports reporterJonny Miller;Lisa Mullins, the voice ofAll Things Consideredon NPRs Boston affiliate, WBUR Radio;Springfields WWLP-TV retired General ManagerBill Pepin; andRichard Chase,retired from WBZ-TV after 40 years as a news photographer. Hes won a wide array of community service awards, and TV viewers have honored him with the Valley Advocates Best of Valley award for ninestraight years and 12out of the last 13 years. She was also awarded an honorary doctorate of journalism degree by heralma materSimmons College. From Presidential elections and the New Hampshire primaries, to the Gulf Wars, to the 9-11 attacks, the capture of James Whitey Bulger, and the Boston Marathon bombingsStern was one of New Englands go-to journalists when people needed straightforward, unbiased reporting. The Film Detective will release its New Year's Eve Interview with Don Stradley and Dana Hersey on December 31 at 5 p.m. LOS ANGELES, December 30, 2021 (Newswire.com) - Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, will be ringing in the New Year with respected broadcast veteran Dana Hersey, featuring an exclusive interview about Hersey's popular New Year's Eve Three Stooges . What bothered me the most about that story, he told an interviewer on his retirement, were the kids getting off buses young children with glass in their hair and crying. Chase also remembers the more joyous stories over the years, such as the Olympics and championship seasons with the Bruins, Celtics, and Patriots. She has been both a part-time Music Host and News Anchor on New Yorks WQXR and in Boston, Weekend News Anchor on WBZ Radio and Weekend News Writer/News Producer for WCVB-TV 5; Afternoon News Anchor for Channel 27 (Worcester); and News Director/Morning Anchor on Fall Rivers WALE Radio. Every weeknight (at least when the Bruins or Red Sox weren't playing), Hersey would avuncularly present some of the best in cinema history from Channel 38's calculatedly cluttered "loft" set. He never shies away from anything, says Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley As a player, you know thats the toughest question youre going to get, and its always the first one.Jonny also covered the Celtics (home and away) in the old days. Hall of Fame Presidentand former WBZ-TV News DirectorPeter Brown commented, Our class of 2019 represents some of the true treasures of broadcasting. That was quite an eye- and ear-opener for someone who was watching shows like Gilligans Island, Leave it to Beaver, and Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. His stations were instrumental in the success of the Hispanic Week Festivities in the City of Lawrence.
