HOWARD GARRETT OFF THE AIR

Tony M · Joined: 31 Mar 2003 Posts: 1084 Location: McKinney,TEXAS

Please go to the home page of this forum and read Howard's message, it's self explainatory.
Tony M

Nadine · Joined: 10 Mar 2003 Posts: 1162 Location: Carrollton,TEXAS

The news came as quite a shocker, did it not? When I found out, I was deeply saddened and felt a vast emptiness inside. :cry:
Who knows what is in the works?
I have contacted friends and relatives from all over the country asking: ‘is there a station in your area which would be interested in having a "call-in-and-get-great-answers" radio show that focuses on the use of safe, natural methods for gardening, pet care, and personal health? This radio show has the acclaim as being the number one gardening show in the nation!’

So far, I have one lead, but I certainly intend keep trying.
I encourage and challenge every one of you to do the same.
Far as I see things, Howard could have his own version of an "EIB" network with a platinum microphone!

It may seem extreme to some, but this man changed my life. Listening to him certainly did result in an epiphany, a catharsis, a passion which will never leave me and for which I will forever be grateful.

Sattie · Joined: 01 Mar 2005 Posts: 93 Location: Keller,TX

So, what did y'all think of what was in place of Howard's show today?

Can't wait to see what they try to fill 4 hours with tomorrow. Certainly will miss Howard tomorrow morning....

Received a nice email with photo from Howard today explaining what is happening....

In the meantime, we can watch the videos of Howard on the website.

cpick · Joined: 05 Mar 2006 Posts: 1 Location: Burleson,TEXAS

I called WBAP this morning and after about 50 rings someone picked up. I asked what happened to the HG show and he advised me to go to HG website. He said that he had not been given info as to what to tell people but that as far as he knew the contract was not renewed. Listening to the HG show has been my weekend ritual for so long I feel lost. :(

auntkeds · Joined: 03 Aug 2003 Posts: 4 Location: Gapevine,TX

All I can say is I have been listening to Howard every Sunday since 1988. I am LOST this morning! :cry: He has been an inspiration and mentor for me. I sure hope whatever will happen next will be SOON!

Carolyn K.

Nadine · Joined: 10 Mar 2003 Posts: 1162 Location: Carrollton,TEXAS

auntkeds wrote: All I can say is I have been listening to Howard every Sunday since 1988. I am LOST this morning! :cry: He has been an inspiration and mentor for me. I sure hope whatever will happen next will be SOON!

Carolyn K.

I know how you feel. I am glad that I taped many shows. It gives me my "fix" to a degree. I bet I have over 100 tapes!

Already I miss screening calls for the show. I really enjoy talking to the people who call in; it is quite interesting.

I know there are many people who miss hearing Howard. I wonder how many letters WBAP is going to get... Hopefully he will be back on the air soon!

Neematoad · Joined: 05 Mar 2006 Posts: 4 Location: Arlington,TX

People that have called WBAP are saying WBAP did NOT renew his contract.

I guess we have to wait and see, I am sure we will hear the Dirt Doctor on the air in a few weeks or months.

Let us support the Dirt Doctor!

Tree Dude · Joined: 08 Jan 2005 Posts: 262 Location: Saginaw,TX

Have you ever notice that when you need to move elsewhere people become nicer to you than ever before? :wink:

Tree Dude

Nadine · Joined: 10 Mar 2003 Posts: 1162 Location: Carrollton,TEXAS

[quote="Neematoad"] Nadine wrote:
Then the news about a nationwide syndication was elating.

Was there announcement about nationwide syndication? Is this confirmed?

People that have called WBAP are saying WBAP did NOT renew his contract.

I guess we have to wait and see, I am sure we will hear the Dirt Doctor on the air in a few weeks or months.

Let us support the Dirt Doctor!

No, the syndication is not confirmed. It was merely mentioned as a possibility on the home page when the announcement was made that Howard would not be heard on WBAP the next few weeks. Nothing is confirmed at this point far as a radio show. Thank goodness we have access to this website, yes? By the way, who are these people you state that called the radio station and was told that he did not renew his contract? What I am wondering if this is first person experience or second-hand news. Just curious... :wink:

Nadine · Joined: 10 Mar 2003 Posts: 1162 Location: Carrollton,TEXAS

Tree Dude wrote: Have you ever notice that when you need to move elsewhere people become nicer to you than ever before? :wink:

Tree Dude

You mean when you move to another home? That is your true friends, the ones who help you move.

Tree Dude · Joined: 08 Jan 2005 Posts: 262 Location: Saginaw,TX

You mean when you move to another home? That is your true friends, the ones who help you move.

That is right.

As for radio changes, I am staying on the positive side.I believe the Lord is guiding him to the next level. One of the things I like about DD is that he a straight forward no-nonsense of a man and is a lover of truth and not afraid to speak out.

Besides there is still an organic show on the radio with the Wells Brothers on 660 KSKY starting at 12noon.

Tree Dude

Nadine · Joined: 10 Mar 2003 Posts: 1162 Location: Carrollton,TEXAS

I agree!

True, I listened to 660 AM last weekend. It is good that more people are getting the word. I wish people could call in and get answers, though.

Neematoad · Joined: 05 Mar 2006 Posts: 4 Location: Arlington,TX

People that have called WBAP are saying WBAP did NOT renew his contract.

TO quote myself. Nadine, you mis-read what I wrote.

People are saying when they called WBAP.... that WBAP is saying that WBAP did not renew his contract.

You took it the other way.......

WBAP will come to their senses, when it is too late.........

I will never listen to WBAP if the show is not on there.

kchervey · Joined: 09 Mar 2003 Posts: 46 Location: Wylie,TEXAS

I am copying over from the thread I started on the meet and great area:

Somebody said the radio station was purchased, but if so, why would they boot Howard off without any warning?

On the other hand, they seemed to be just filling in as a last minute decision with political talk show re-runs.

But then again, if it was all Howard's decision, then wouldn't he have already had something else lined up before leaving?

I wish I knew to where to direct my emotions (and what they should be).

kchervey · Joined: 09 Mar 2003 Posts: 46 Location: Wylie,TEXAS

Here are my thoughts after reading this thread:

No, the message on the home page does not explain it all. It leaves many unanswered questions.

If it is all about a contract not being renewed, then that means that all parties knew the renewal date was coming up, and at least one side knew it might not be renewed. So why do both sides seem to be surprised?

I realize some can respond that all of this is "none of our business", but talk radio is strange--we all have developped what seems like a personal relationship with Howard. It would be as if I were good friends with a neighbor, and then suddenly he moved out, and .... (I can't seem to put into words what I am feeling)