What happened to Tirrell?

[Wesley]

No, it's not stupid.

Here’s good explanation from the FCC as to why AM radio stations reduces their power at night. A thing I learned in college while I was studying broadcasting is that the further down you are on the AM dial, the further your signal can go. KWMT because of their location on the dial, has the single largest daytime coverage area of any radio station in the state. That would also explain why reception of Chicago radio station is the norm in Iowa from about Des Moines east.

Why AM Radio Stations Must Reduce Power, Change Operations, or Cease Broadcasting at Night | FCC.gov






KXNO operates at 5,000 watts, but operates on a directional night-time attenna, here's KXNO's coverage map: KXNO-AM Radio Station Information

Actually, there are 2 50,000 watt "clear channel" AM stations in Iowa and even then, they shift their nighttime signal around to not interfere with other 50,000 watt clear channel stations that operate on or near their frequency. An example of this is Omaha's KFAB at 1110 on the dial, they are a 50,000 watt signal that shifts their signal to the west so as to not to interferre with KMOX out of St. Louis and another 50,000 watt clear channel signal in Charlotte, NC that operates at 1110 on the dial.

Well, I am tired of listening to Salt Lake City, Denver, Dallas, Chicago and Minneapolis at night while not much from Iowa AM stations. Maybe all ISU sports should move to FM like 104.9.

 

[cybsball20]

Marty is the best talk radio guy in the market. IMO
He is also a financial supporter of ISU. I know for a fact that he has multiple tickets in the Jack Trice Club. Not only do the tickets in there cost big money, I believe you have to make a hefty donation just to get them.

This is just too funny! :twitcy:

 

[Clark]

Well, I am tired of listening to Salt Lake City, Denver, Dallas, Chicago and Minneapolis at night while not much from Iowa AM stations. Maybe all ISU sports should move to FM like 104.9.

That's a great idea. I think 100.3 would be a great place for this.:wink:

 

[phantom]

Apparently it has to do with new ownership/management at the station but it could also have something to do with financial matters. A show called the Hawkeye Huddle also on 1700 (and also sponsored by Toyota) says their show was taken off due to management changes at the station, but they went on to say they are 'current on all their bills' but everyone else might not be - an obvious reference to MT. KXNO should make an immediate call to McDermott to bring him aboard with Miller in the afternoons, shift Brinson to the mornings with Travis and show Fisher the door.

 

[clonecard]

Tirrell is horrible.....menopause 24/7. But the hands down worst ever are TnT in the morning. Thank God for Bob and Tom and 810 in KC.

 

[devhog]

Think new owners fired him and Round Guy! Too much money. "Strictly business"
Does anyone have a different link of his outburst a couple of years ago? The following one does not lead to outburst, only recordings of more recent shows after he left 1460: www.ustream.tv/recorded/13362544.

BTW Murph and Andy are okay, but Tirrell was the best at stirring the pot, which is what sports radio should do....M/A are decent but oh so bland!

 

[rdubbs]

@GarmanSports: He's BAAAAAAACK! "Mouth of the Midwest" with @martytirrell returns to 1700 The Champ beginning today at 3:00pm. Hey @trentcondon - wake up.

 

[IowaSTATCyclone]

@GarmanSports: He's BAAAAAAACK! "Mouth of the Midwest" with @martytirrell returns to 1700 The Champ beginning today at 3:00pm. Hey @trentcondon - wake up.

Tirrell and RoundGuy would actually be pretty funny, if RoundGuy could keep from periodically crushing Marty's thorax with his fists.

But I think that goes for anyone who would have to work with Marty!

 

[3TrueFans]

Coming in a close second in annoyingness to Marty Tirrell on that show is Trent Condon's voice.

 

[ISUAlum2002]

Marty must have finally gotten caught up on his bills.

 

[cyclonepower]

awesome news!

 

[rdubbs]

His opening to the show should be interesting

 

[Senolcyc]

Well, I am tired of listening to Salt Lake City, Denver, Dallas, Chicago and Minneapolis at night while not much from Iowa AM stations.

You should set the way back machine to 1925 and change the rules more to your liking. It has been the way it is for a looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooog time.

 

[kingcy]

He was on 98.3 today doing a general talk show. Dont know if that is his new gig or not.