And as for "Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that?" My company makes a lot more off of my work than they pay me. I actually never knew he did politics until today, because of my general preference to avoid the field entirely. During his career in radio, Beckmann called games for Michigan football, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. I just find it hard to swallow picking and choosing. Ignore this thread if you think its overkill. 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. Born in Germany, he grew up on the east side of Detroit, before moving to Warren where he attended Cousino High School because it had a radio station. For his work behind the mic, Beckmann received many honors, including being awarded the NFF Chris Schenkel Award from the College Football Hall of Fame. 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. The final day for "The Frank Beckmann Show" is scheduled for March 26, WJR owner Cumulus Media announced Wednesday. Every situation creates opportunity for personal growth, and that is how I view this event in my life.". For the program to be in business with an obviously slanted politcal pundit never made me feel easy. He, of course,is not 18 and should know better. Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman answers this and more, LIVE: Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman and what you need to know, Black Hills Winter Storm: Updated snow total forecast as details become clearer, Kelvin Helmholtz Instability in the Bighorns: Cloud making waves on social media, Black Hills Forecast Discussion: Potential storm next week targets South Dakota. Streamline Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. I dont think theres much difference there.. WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. And if by "walked and inch in his shoes" you mean growing up a poor black kid in a single parent family in inner city detroit then rising to national fame because of my basketball ability, then no, I have not. -M.W. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. If so, fair enough. I said that it was wrong to call Jalen racist just like it was wrong to call Beckmann racist. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. Beckmanns time in the booth included the Wolverines' last national championship in 1997. Regardless, it sucks and there should at least be a good semi-sincere apology issued. Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. Its like all news stuff. Or was that just unfortunate word choice? ??. In reply to I thinkall of this is by UMdad. Second, it reveals that he does not grasp the notion of "past tense". Sorrydon't agree. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. The Detroit News was the first to report his death, citing his wife, Karen. In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. With the equanimity to moderate a panel discussion, the focus, and spontaneity to handle play-by-play, and the sharpened instincts of a reporter, he added. What, you've never said anything stupid? but only without a hint of sarcasm. Deploy network infrastructure faster and easier than ever before, with pre-packaged yet massively scalable infrastructure components for top packet and optical systems. I agree with Brian's reference to the moron Beck and would be happy to see this guy get canned. If I tell someone to expect 60 mph winds, I better darn well know what that looks like and what its capable of. "As a play-by-play announcer, Frank electrified audiences with his memorable style of calling all the action. Update: Rest in peace, Frank. Im watching oldDatelines. The family asks for donations to be made to the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, which is creating the Frank Beckmann Center for Journalism, instead of flowers. It would run for 20 years. Among his accomplishments at the station was starting the Sportswrap talk show in 1981. Gee, you don't think these are all cliche talking points among racist sports fans about black athletes vs. white athletes (which UM basketball has more of now than it did then)? He had been a fixture there since 1972. It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. 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 most memorable moment of that tenure was in 1997 when the Wolverines won the national championship. WJR/Cumulus does not comment on its finances. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. Beckmann's show shared air time with syndicated shows by other conservative personalities, including Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Adam Bold and Mark Levin. Who lives and dies with this team and puts more out there than anyone on this little anonymous blog. Saw this was basically covered in an earlier front-page post today. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame among numerous honors. I think a rich old white suburban dude like Beckmann calling a poor young black kid from Detroit "racist" doesn't make him (Beckmann) racist. Beckmann said in the release that he will miss doing his dream job but looks forward to "all the upcoming additional golf time. Caring about the weather is caring about people., Brant is a huge sports fan among other things, claiming that the Cubs winning the World Series was one of the best moments of [his]life.The Chicago Bears football team and the New York Islanders Hockey team are next on his list of championships hes waiting to witness. Find a good Michigan "homer" who feels the same way that we do about Michigan football with no political subtext. I tune out on the weekend. I don't know that firing Beckmann is the best idea but making him apologize and discuss why his statement was so wrong would at least get his "fans" to hear a message and not go all conspiracy theory. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. Were they racist? He is survived by his wife, two children and three grandchildren. his comments make me suspect he is well aware of the hate thrown at those kids when they were there. Brant came to Rapid City as soon as he got an offer to work for NewsCenter1. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has beensuffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Beckman also wrote columns for the Detroit News for ten years. First, his comments were ignorant and if not racist, then damn close. Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. To connect with Ryan, find him on Twitter @SureToCover. He would later go on to do play-by-play for the University of Michigan Football, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Tigers.. Much of that was code language for uncouth inner city negroes. He's not expected to make it through the weekend.https://t.co/BiqHpEbPit, Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) February 11, 2022. I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). 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.. Radio guys should paint the picture by loading your ears with facts and being as descriptive and quick as possible. topicthat I also appreciate my relative *advantages* well enough that I respect those that reach maturity and success without them, as well. Because it couldn't be more clear that this "if" is indeed the case. WJR-AM, the Detroit-based radio station where Beckmann spent most of his career, reported Sunday that he suffered from vascular dementia, a rare brain Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. "I think the key to doing a good radio show is listening to all sides. Click link below to read more Beckmann began in the station's "News Talk" in 1972 before taking over for Bob Ufer as the University of Michigan football play-by-play announcer in 1981. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. Black Hills forecast Discussion: Clipper system prompts winter weather bulletins, Black Hills Weather: Winter storm bulletins now issued for portions of the Black Hills Region, LIVE: Potential Winter Storm for the Black Hills Region: Forecast Discussion with Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman, Fireball in the sky: Meteor breaks apart over western South Dakota, UPDATE: Palmer Gulch Fire estimated at 87 acres; 40 percent contained, UPDATE: Palmer Gulch fire estimated at 66 acres. 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. 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. Former WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz fills in on Detroit's WJR radio Those who play the "racist" card first are fair game. Finally, how is your choice of jealous and bitter somehow better than youthful and ignorant? "I love Detroit and everyone who calls it 'home.' I would say they were more built on not understanding people who do not grow up like you grew up. That's up from a low of 2.6 reported in June 2019 but down significantly from the 6.7 rating it achieved in December 2017. 1:34. he's apathetic, narrow-minded moron who's incapable of understanding what the Fab Five represented. who I remember growing up listening to. 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. He also helped raise tens of millions of dollars for local charities such as the Autism Alliance of Michigan, the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund and Dutton Farm. ", 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. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. Ufer and Beckmann were the only two radio voices for Wolverine Football for 65 years. DETROIT (AP) A heralded broadcaster who served as the voice of Michigan Wolverines football for 33 years and also called games for top professional teams has died. 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Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. He started with WJR in 1973 as the newsroom's youngest-ever reporter. According to Dietz, the black reporter involvedsaid he was not offended andcame to his defense, but that WDIVhas a zero-tolerance policy aboutracially insensitive statements. Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. Wow, fuck you buddy.". These hills are a billion years old, and I get to live in their presence.. He suffered four more strokes since then. I don't follow your logic. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. and that people who do so aren't really black. I've always thought of him as a good radio guy, but those comments should not be tolerated for the home team announcer. In reply to I think a rich old white by El Jeffe. His play by play is pretty good but his obsequious byplay is obnoxious. He says, Dont worry, well be seeing them win championships before long as well. In reply to Just to play a bit of devil's by aaamichfan, In reply to towards white people? Error, please try again. The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. The intent of my comment was to openly acknowledge, amongst team members, the challenge its been for our company, and many companies, to achieve diversity goals. : Ensemble versus regular, Perkins County Sheriffs Office with a strong warning: We are not a towing service. 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] It might be time for you to grow the fuck up, and start looking at the reality of a situation. He was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame in 2008 and named "Best Midday Personality" by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. Find out more about him in the article below. "Frank Beckmann is a radio legend who became a legend because he does everything 'full throttle,'" Finateri said. 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. His comments about not liking the fab five, though, could be based on their arrogance andfeelingthat they were more important than the university they represented. It's the most noticeable media plunge yet that the longtime Detroit broadcast journalist has taken since his abrupt departure from WDIV-TV earlier this summer. 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. It is not yet decided what will replace Beckmann's show, which airs weekdays 9 a.m. to noon. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. Champlin Broadcasting Conservative Talk The Eagle 96.9 KQOB Enid/Oklahoma City and 1640 KZLS Enid will look a little different for its listeners as the station has rebranded. You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. Having Beckmann compared to Keels, almost makes us look amateurish. I watch this channel exclusively for news. Have you? So in your view, both of their comments were stupid, and even though Beckmann's came from someone that wasn't a disadvantaged youth, he deserves the long defense of his point of view, but Jalen doesn't? I don't know about that aOSU announcer and don't really care because I've heard a lot of radio play-by-play voices and Beckmann's has to be up there as one of the bestas far as excitement goes. He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. You think he should have been fired for it? and his masters degree in broadcast meteorology at Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss. "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. Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Beckmann then transferred to the sports department, eventually serving as Sports Director. That's proof that he was a tough guy that he could survive AA as a conservative. 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. In reply to (Letterman awkward collar by BRCE. Beckmann worked at WJR for 48 years until his retirement last March. During his time on the air, he also broadcast Detroit Lions from 1979 to 1988 and the Detroit Tigers from 1995 to 2003. Frank Beckmann was a professional broadcaster and talk radio host. In reply to Where did I say that Beckmann by UMdad. Beckmann Personally, I would MUCH rather see Brando retire. . I like Beckmanns voice for football. But the man is entilted to his views. 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. I have to agree with you on this one. Hey Frank, keep private thoughts private, especially when they rip of former Michigan players. I thinkall of this is hypocritical BS. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. My point still stands. I like when you guys are onI like news 24/7, and now I find Im getting it. 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). Plus who exactly is a fan of the Frank Beckmann show Facebook page? Weather ambassador from Canada: What is a clipper system? It is the same old "you don't think like me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!" Along with documenting storms and tornadoes on the Great Plains, his passion for storm documentation and understanding meteorology has led him on expeditions into the eyes of hurricanes Irma, Harveyand Nate, cataloging important data and experiencing firsthand the power of nature. RR guys andCarr guys, too. First, he made a stupid post on Facebook. Unsettled weather next week: How do we know anything this far out? Cold Air Funnels spotted Thursday near Hermosa: What are they? After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday Beckmann stepped back from the mic calling Michigan games after the 2013 season. I also do not see how this is political. I'm not expecting to hear from the attorney general. Frank Beckmann was 72. He knew how to press the professionals, so they didnt disassemble or reflect, WJR host Guy Gordon told the paper. If he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid, fine. Beckmann, who lives in Rochester Hills, retired from WJR last March, when his contract ended. I think the "OUTRAGE!!!!!11!!!!!" Brant earned his bachelors degree in history from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. 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Beckmann was the only person to broadcast I remember 760 as this bastion of informative interesting radio that actually provided a service to the entire state of Michigan as well as most of the country on good nights. The doctors said they dont expect him to last until Monday, his wife said. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? I would say the difference is that I ascribe justification to Jalen's point of viewI understand where he's coming from and so I put them into a context and "forgive" him (for lack of a better wordit implies a right to pass judgment from me on to Jalen that I don't intend). Beckmann had vascular dementia and recently suffered several strokes. Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. They werestupid thoughts then, too, but at least I canunderstanda young man not being very wise. Words cannot express how happy I am to be here as a historian, as a scientist, and as a lover of nature. In reply to all of the above plus by MGlobules. He suffered four more strokes since then. I'll defend to the death the right to be an asshole. Longtime Michigan radio broadcaster Frank Beckmann has died. Staying current is easy with Crain's news delivered straight to your inbox, free of charge. He's good at football, but just isn't a good bball guy. I grew up listening to him calling Michigan games. Isn't use of the phrase "Uncle Tom" inherently racist towards white people? "I'm not planning on doing anything different. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his WebBrants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, running and visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. Whoa! Not too bad. . In reply to They are nowhere near being by BRCE, "They are nowhere near being racist? This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Seems a tad fascist to me. He served as the morning sports anchor on Newstalk 760 WJR before hosting his own talk show on the station for almost 18 years. "I'm more conservative, but I've always welcomed all those views," he said. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. He was eventually named as the main substitute for legendary WJR morning host J.P. McCarthy. Contact Detroit Free Press pop culture critic Julie Hinds: 313-222-6427 or jhinds@freepress.com. As for Brian's "analysis".how is the fact that every single verb Jimmy and Jalen used on the topic being in past tense considered "analysis"? This past Election Day, Nov. 3, Beckmann interviewed Trump, who expressed his confidence in winning re-election and complimented Beckmann's show. I know the whole lineup.. Beckmann is survived by Karen, son Jonathan of Rochester Hills, daughter Tori (Andrew) Kughn of Clarkston, and grandchildren Pierson, Brooks, and Sawyer Kughn. 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. I don't see how this should affect his standing as a play-by-play man. Not really racist, but just a bit. His bosses should consider the same. Just because "entitlement" happens to be "racially charged buzz-word" for the whiny liberal sect of our population, doesn't mean that there are no entitlement minded black people anymore. It makes him a fucking idiot who doesn't know how to deploy the English language properly. 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. 2022 MGoBlog. 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. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. During Wednesday morning's broadcast,Dietz interviewed Macomb County public works commissioner Candice Miller, Oakland Country treasurerAndy Meisner, former WJR reporter Tom Corbett (who now resides in Hong Kong and talked about the massive protests underway there) and a former hit man again in trouble with the law. DETROIT -- Frank Beckmann, whose near-half century as a Detroit broadcaster included a decade calling Tigers games, passed away Saturday following a ", "I will be forever grateful to WJR for helping all of my boyhood dreams to come true," he said. What can I tell you? All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. Make sure you are aware of the new rules! During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of 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. WJR has described Beckmann as a "sports 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. DePetro have been dismissed as he faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. It is not any different than what we all slam the OSU kids for. WebLeggi After the Annex Anne Frank, Auschwitz and Beyond di Bas von Benda-Beckmann disponibile su Rakuten Kobo. WebFrank Beckmann Death - Obituary - Dead - Passed Away : . However, old white men judging young black men, and praising our current white dominated basketball team while hoping that we never have an all black basketball team again seems very racistso do comments by other old white men saying "I'm so glad that you said this" and "finally someone said it," and other things like that. 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