Thrashpie Radio Podcast #21: Stew Herrera Pt. 1

Stew Herrera has proved to be one of the most successful "alumni" of KNAC.  He, like most of us, came to the radio station through his love of Pure Rock and FUN!  This Thrashpie Radio podcast showcases Stew's humble beginnings and also features historical audio from the now famous Vincent Thomas Bridge bungee jump!

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #20: KNAC-FM's Eveready Ed

Yet another story of one KNAC notable who gave much in many ways throughout the years.  Here's "Eveready" Ed Kelly in a special in-studio appearance in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #19: Veronica Ibarra Wheeler

Many strong women were the real behind-the-scenes backbone of KNAC-FM.  You'll meet one of the most dynamic women from the Pure Rock family in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #18: DJ Dangerous Darren

Dangerous Darren in his own words discusses his path to Pure Rock and his time at Heavy Metal's flagship radio station KNAC-FM in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #17: KNAC-FM Local Show Host Craig Williams

Pure Rock KNAC was accessible not only to the listening audience but also to th many aspiring musicians who flocked to the West Coast to make it in the world of Heavy Metal music during KNAC's Pure Rock years.  Craig Williams, creator, producer and ultimately the voice of KNAC's Local Show tells the story in this Thrashpie Radio Podcast.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #16: KNAC PD Gregg Steele Pt. 4

The final podcast with KNAC program Director Gregg Steele:  A stab in the heart -saying good-bye to the legendary KNAC

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #15: KNAC PD Gregg Steele Pt. 3

The third installment of the Thrashpie Radio podcast series with Program Director Gregg Steele:  Getting the troops focused for battle with Pirate Radio.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #14: KNAC PD Gregg Steele Pt. 2

The second podcast in the Gregg Steele series:  The challenges facing KNAC not the least of which was KLOS and the emergence of Pirate Radio

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #13: KNAC PD Gregg Steele Pt. 1

The KNAC saga of program director Gregg Steele.  The first podcast in the series takes Steele from North Dakota to Southern  California.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #12: KNAC-FM - Another Unsung Hero

Thrashpie Radio spotlights another KNAC-FM "unsung heroes" - Ron Russ.  Besides literally keeping the 105.5 signal on the air, Ron did tons of imaging for the station, including doing all the voices for the on air KNAC bumper sticker promotions.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #11: KNAC-FM - Working at KNAC part 2

The spotlight is on Remy "The Max" Maxwell with a - ever so familiar - KNAC rock 'n roll story.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #10: KNAC-FM - Working at KNAC

In episode #10 of the Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard discusses what it was like to "work" at KNAC, featuring Jack Trash and other staff members from the KNAC staff.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #9: KNAC-FM - Personal Relationships

In episode #9 of the Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard discusses the personal relationships that KNAC-FM built with the artists, the music business and the audience.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #8: KNAC-FM - Program Director Shuffle #1

In episode #8 of the Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard discusses the departure of original Pure Rock Program Director, Jimmy Christopher and the arrival of Tom Marshall to the job, and the changes that came with him.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #7: KNAC-FM - Skid Row at the Marquee

Episode #7 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard discusses KNAC-FM's live broadcast of Skid Row at the Marquee.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #6: KNAC-FM - Monsters Of Rock

Episode #6 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard discusses KNAC-FM's participation in the "Monsters Of Rock" concert at the LA Coliseum.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #5: KNAC-FM - Black Balls & Stickers

Episode #5 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard talks with former KNAC-FM promotions director Tom Maher about some of the simple promotional items that became station icons.

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #4: KNAC-FM - The Beginning - Part 4

Episode #4 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard talks more about the beginnings of KNAC-FM with original "Pure Rock" program director Jimmy Christopher and Sales Manager Nicki Randolph

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Thrashpie Radio EXTRA: 30th Anniversary of the launch of Pure Rock 105.5 KNAC-FM

Thrashpie Radio presents a two and one half hour spectacular celebrating the 30th anniversary of KNAC-FM's launch of the "Pure Rock" format.

Former KNAC rockers Long Paul, Dangerous Darren, Stew, Gonzo Greg, The Razor, Jack Trash and other staff members from the station joined Thrashpie, our favorite guy, to share stories and memories of this low powered radio station whose influence was felt and still loved around the world.

Thrashpie Radio Podcast #3: KNAC-FM - The Beginning - Part 3

Episode #3 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard talks more about the beginnings of KNAC-FM with original "Pure Rock" program director Jimmy Christopher and Sales Manager Nicki Randolph

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Thrashpie Radio Podcast #2: KNAC-FM - The Beginning - Part 2

Episode #2 of Thrashpie Radio Podcast, Ted "Thrasher" Prichard talks more about the beginnings of KNAC-FM with former air personality - Long Paul.

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