Continue with Recommended Cookies. First, his comments were ignorant and if not racist, then damn close. WJR talk radio host Frank Beckmann was diagnosed with an illness called Vascular Dementia. Big fan of hers. Beckmann died in the evening on February 12, 2022, in hospice care at Clarkston, Oakland County, Michigan. [1] [8] He was 72, had multiple strokes and suffered from vascular dementia prior to his death. [1] [5] [13] Its like all news stuff. Never one to shy away from a good debate on the air, Beckmann famously took on fellow WJR host Mitch Albom for 30 minutes over Alboms support for Michigans film tax credits. Beckmann just wasn't quick enough, imo. The Fab Five were entitled and generally whiny(at the time). Ive been given an opportunity to forecast some of the most diverse and wide-ranging weather on the planet, in one of the most beautiful places in the country. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. Dietz also sat in for Smitha couple weeks ago, and there are plans for him to cover a few shifts next week for Frank Beckmann's 9 a.m.-noon shift. With a Crains Detroit Subscription you get exclusive access, insights and experiences to help you succeed in business. who I remember growing up listening to. Among his accomplishments at the station was starting the Sportswrap talk show in 1981. You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. He had been a fixture there since 1972. Not sure if you realize this but there is a difference between bad and amateur. Aber Anne Frank war nicht nur eine hellwache und beraus reife Chronistin ihres Alltags. Also, should people really be fired because you don't agree with their politics? I tune out on the weekend. Keels used to do U-M games in the 80's, if I'm not mistaken. My question is, why are we all obligated to love the Fab 5? Kevin Dietz, the veteran investigativereporter whose26-year career withWDIV-TV (Channel 4) ended this summer in controversy, is returningto the airwaves this time as afill-in host for WJR-AM (760). Not really racist, but just a bit. I don't normally like to slam people for their opinions but you really have to be a moron if you think that Beckmann is "amateurish" or just not very good at radio play-by-play. Although Dietz is a TV veteran, Wheeler said that he shows "a lot of potential" on radio. I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. Frank Beckmann, Veteran WJR Radio Host, Dies Aged 72 Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. His wife, Karen Beckmann, has revealed that the 72-year-old died as a result of the untreatable condition on Saturday. On Wednesday morning, Dietz subbed for WJR veteran radio anchorPaul W. Smith in the 5-9 a.m. morning drive slot. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. I find them both to be somewhat obnoxious. RR guys andCarr guys, too. WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. I watch this channel exclusively for news. i suggest that anymore beckmann discussion happen on his talk show's facebook page. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Is it the use of the word entitlement? i tend to agree with 'some' of Beckmann's political views, yet i in no way share ANY of his moronic and misinformed opinions on the Fab 5. He began his career as a one-man news staff in Alpena before moving to WPON in Pontiac. Radio Ink is a radio-industry trade publication that is published 12 times a year for the radio management sector of the radio broadcasting industry. He's not expected to make it through the weekend.https://t.co/BiqHpEbPit, Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) February 11, 2022. Living in OH I often catch bites of tOSU's call man Paul Keels. I thinkall of this is hypocritical BS. His play by play is pretty good but his obsequious byplay is obnoxious. Wow, fuck you buddy.". Anyone who works is exploited by their company. Radio guys should paint the picture by loading your ears with facts and being as descriptive and quick as possible. In reply to (Letterman awkward collar by BRCE. I'm surprised he didn't mention the word "GRIT!" I've always thought of him as a good radio guy, but those comments should not be tolerated for the home team announcer. Also, I read Brian's posts but although I respect his work with this blog and his enthusiasm as a Michigan fan, I don't blindly believe his analysis like many of the sycophants. Beckmann had vascular dementia and recently suffered several strokes. The final day for "The Frank Beckmann Show" is scheduled for March 26, WJR owner Cumulus Media announced Wednesday. Police searched the house several months earlier as part of an investigation into the disappearance of Charlotte Lester, who has beenmissing for six months. Make sure you are aware of the new rules! I've always thought he was overrated. -M.W. Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. Have you? Stern told Morning Joe in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. The University made money on the backs of the poor starving kid, blah blah blah, they still cheated (Webber the most obviously, but it is a little arrogant to think that none of them knew about him or were receiving anything themselves). His comments were clearly alluding to somethimg more than what was written, and I think what the OP assumes that something is a general annimostity toward outgoing african american players that became bigger than Michigan that aren't going to behave as old white men would want them to. Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. WJR's ratings have fluctuated in the past few years. Which, to me, fine. Saw this was basically covered in an earlier front-page post today. Frank Beckmann was a professional broadcaster and talk radio host. Just an awful radio play-by-play guy. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. His bosses should consider the same. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Beckmann was serving as the radio voice for the Tigers when Ernie Harwell was brought back. Beckmann was the only person to broadcast Who lives and dies with this team and puts more out there than anyone on this little anonymous blog. If you can stomach the images, here's a bite of how good he is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y1dFu6zV8M. I-90 Eastbound blocked from accident: Exit 51 to Rapid City, 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattles portions of Montana, Big warmup: A 50 swing in temperatures expected this week, Watch Brants 10 PM forecast here: Winter Storm Bulletins issued, LIVE: Winter Storm bulletins issued for Thursday, Once in a 50,000 year comet greets the human race later this month, Winter Storm Bulletins Issued for late Sunday through Tuesday, Whats the best weather model? and that people who do so aren't really black. Personnel issues such as this are respectfully private and we will have no further comment., In his July 1 comments on Facebook, Dietz apologized for the incident. Beckmann retired in March of 2021 after almost 50 years at the station. I personally will stand with the latter and tell Beckmann to STFU. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. I agree with Brian's reference to the moron Beck and would be happy to see this guy get canned. If I have to work on a saturday and miss the game, his voice is what I want to hear. "I regret the fact that it happened, and apologize to anyone I might have offended," he wrote. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News thatdoctors give him days to live. They werestupid thoughts then, too, but at least I canunderstanda young man not being very wise. I don't follow your logic. Have I? If you want to dislike them both I can respect that, too. WJR has had a long history serving as the radio home for Detroit sports teams, but after the Lions decided to drop their broadcasting rights deal with WJR this year, 97.1 The Ticket will be the flagship station for all four of the city's pro teams. Second, it reveals that he does not grasp the notion of "past tense". Beckmann has none of this. It might be time for you to grow the fuck up, and start looking at the reality of a situation. According to theDetroit Free Press, the former WJR Radio host had been sick for nearly a year since his retirement from the station. I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. He was also inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. Ufer and Beckmann were the only two radio voices for Wolverine Football for 65 years. After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday Im watching oldDatelines. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. Asked aboutDietz's controversial departure from local TV and whether it affected the decision to put him on the air, Wheeler said, "High-profile, smart, connected to Detroit, those are all the things I'm looking for. The man who lives there, Mark Perkins, was also arrested the following day after he allegedlycharged at DePetro with a lawnmowerwhile DePetro was live-streaming. His passion for Byzantine and Russian history brought him overseas to study the lands of Turkey, Russia, Finland and the Baltic States. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. Beckmann's retirement represents more change at the venerable Detroit radio station. That's proof that he was a tough guy that he could survive AA as a conservative. Beckmann also has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for local charities such as the Autism Alliance of Michigan, the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund: Dutton Farm, WJR said on its website. In reply to They are nowhere near being by BRCE, "They are nowhere near being racist? Frank has had plenty of time to mature, but it doesn't seem like he's learned all that much. Having begun his broadcasting career in 1989, he had been active in the industry for more than 5 decades. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his Nationally, on air advertising revenue at radio stations in the U.S. was projected to fall 11 percent year over year to $12.8 billion in 2020, according to market researcher BIA Advisory Services. All rights reserved. He would go on to be the only broadcaster to call games for all four of Detroit's professional sports, according to a news release. Beckman also wrote columns for the Detroit News for ten years. Additionally, Stern offered a shoutout to network host Symone Sanders and stated hes no fan ofDatelinerepeats. Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. WJR has described Beckmann as a "sports He would later evolve into a conservative talk show host. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. I didn't have huge problems with his comments until he got to the part about racism. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. The on-air I just find it hypocritical. If this is what gets him fired so they can bring in someone better then it will be worth it. You know it's the offseason when people begin calling the Michigan play-by-play guy a racist for comments that are nowhere near being racist. The Pistons' fourth quarter rally almost was enough to take down the Bulls. I loved them at the time, but watching that documentary was more like watching Titanic for me. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Manage Settings He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com. Beckmann has hosted The Frank Morning radio host Beckmann, an opinionated and conservative voice on WJR, is retiring after 48 years with the station. Bball just has a higher baseline announcing intensity than fball does. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of Regardless, his comments were no more racist than Rose's were, and the quick jump to him being an old white racist by many of those here is ridiculous. at a time when the U is making a careful rapprochement with the Fab 5. Will Canyon Lake Elementary be permanently closed. This is a serious subject that I approached through humor," Dietz wrote. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. Ihr grter Wunsch war es, Schriftstellerin zu werden, ein his comments make me suspect he is well aware of the hate thrown at those kids when they were there. Disclaimer: This page may contain affiliate links. The radio host thanked MSNBC for providing him with what he loves: 24/7 news. Advertisement Image Credit:freep.com Who Is Frank Beckmanns Wife Karen? FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. he's apathetic, narrow-minded moron who's incapable of understanding what the Fab Five represented. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Both guys said stupid things, but one guy is lauded and protected and the other is hammered. Everything is too black and white. I'll defend to the death the right to be an asshole. Frank Beckman speaks at the annual Michigan / MSU tailgate presented by the Detroit Sports Media Association in 2013. Personally, I would MUCH rather see Brando retire. Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. The next month, he started exhibiting behavior unusual for him. However, Beckmanns career stretched beyond sports. Sports broadcaster and conservative talk show host Frank Beckmann is retiring from WJR AM 760 after 48 years with the Detroit radio station. The station's offices are located at the top of the Fisher Building in Midtown Detroit. WebView latest articles, news and information about what happened to Frank Beckmann, American broadcaster, that died on Sunday February 13th 2022at age 72 By Charges against John DePetro have been dismissed as the radio host faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. Experiencing these storms in person is critical to holistic forecasting. Brant believes in order to be a good meteorologist, you have to be able to visualize what youre communicating to people. Don't expect any special changes to the show as it winds down. 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The most memorable moment of that tenure was in 1997 when the Wolverines won the national championship. . I like Beckmanns voice for football. Heres what we know, Winter Returns: Watching potential storm for next week, LIVE: Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman covers encroaching winter storm, We can rely on Punxsutawney Phil to be wrong, UPDATE: I-90 Eastbound is now open. Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. So calling someone racist makes you racist? This past Election Day, Nov. 3, Beckmann interviewed Trump, who expressed his confidence in winning re-election and complimented Beckmann's show. But the man is entilted to his views. They are nowhere near being racist? Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. Regardless, it sucks and there should at least be a good semi-sincere apology issued. He knew how to press the professionals, so they didnt disassemble or reflect, WJR host Guy Gordon told the paper. Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. The answer is because he used a word that went beyond "not liking" the Fab Five. Brants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, runningand visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. My point still stands. Sad to report that the longtime voice of Cumulus Media's WJR-AM/Detroit, the legendary Detroit sports broadcaster Frank Beckmann, died Saturday night at the age of 72. However, with bball, you've got to be quicker and more on your toes. He would call Wolverines games for 33 seasons. Second, he's supposed to be the Michigan broadcast guy. You're kind of creating a straw man by defining Jalen quite so narrowly (Detroit, national fame, basketball ability), but I can say that I grew up with enough adversity and relative disadvantage that I absolutely carried a chip on my shoulder that motivated me and continues to motivate me to achieve success in my chosen field. "While attending a social event during the conference, we took a WDIV team photo and I jokingly said to the group'We are probably going to have to crop the black reporter out of the photo.' I really enjoy the show. I think the "OUTRAGE!!!!!11!!!!!" KZLS started simulcasting on KQOB at the beginning of this year after the 96.9 signal was leased to Citadel and Cumulus Media for nineteen years.. If you listen carefully, he is usually a good three seconds behind the roar of the crowd or stammering to figure out the best way to describe what just happened. The disease is untreatable. Where did I say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't? BREAKING: Frank Beckmann, longtime Detroit radio personality who called UM football, #Tigers and #Lions games, is in hospice care, his wife has told The News. "That's where we draw our future talents," said Wheeler, noting that former Detroit TV anchor Guy Gordon spent a couple of years subbing for Smith before starting his 3-5 p.m. show on WJR. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. He suffered four more strokes since then. Staying current is easy with Crain's news delivered straight to your inbox, free of charge. He has also worked at WIBW-AM in Topeka KS, earning the Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) award for Major Market enterprise reporting in 2016. Ignore this thread if you think its overkill. I grew up listening to him calling Michigan games. He said he was glad to see "no racists" on this current team unlike the Fab Five -- I don't need to even go into that one. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. but only without a hint of sarcasm. EDIT: btw Bo was outspokenly political, and I doubt his opinions were similar to yours. Weve had a long relationship with Kevin and we wish him well. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? I thought Beckmann's call of the bball game was awful. Perhaps you were just evening up the ledger since you perceive there to be more defense of Jalen's side. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. ", Beckmann continued: "I even got a text this morning from Jocelyn Benson and that meant a lot to me because sure, I've got my views, and they may be different than somebody else's, but you have to listen to them. DETROIT Detroit sports broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has announced his plans to retire after 48 years with WJR. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. I might be in the minority, but I've never been a big fan of our play by play tandem (even before his Facebook comments). College athletes more or less have a part time job which pays them 15 to 20 thousand dollars a year. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. To connect with Ryan, find him on Twitter @SureToCover. topicthat I also appreciate my relative *advantages* well enough that I respect those that reach maturity and success without them, as well. by chitownblue2. Shep just seems to understand bball better and give a better picture of what's going on. Brant earned his bachelors degree in history from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. I just find it hard to swallow picking and choosing. Weather ambassador from Canada: What is a clipper system? He suffered four more strokes since then. Beckmann is survived by Karen, son Jonathan of Rochester Hills, daughter Tori (Andrew) Kughn of Clarkston, and grandchildren Pierson, Brooks, and Sawyer Kughn. 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That's pretty cut and dry, to me. "I love Detroit and everyone who calls it 'home.' He's good at football, but just isn't a good bball guy. He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. Having Beckmann compared to Keels, almost makes us look amateurish. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? History and meteorology, according to Brant, areintertwined and critically important in understanding the why and how of our modern word. Freedom 96.9 is teasing the addition of Dana Loesch to the lineup as well to enhance the rebrand further as the station begins a new chapter as it provides news/talk to the residents. I like news. Kurt Nagl is a reporter covering manufacturing particularly the automotive industry's transition to electrification, the impact on the supply base and what it means for the state as well as the business of law. 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