The answer is because he used a word that went beyond "not liking" the Fab Five. See the snow from around the Black Hills! Perhaps you were just evening up the ledger since you perceive there to be more defense of Jalen's side. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. That was followed by stints at WKNR-AM in Dearborn and WDRQ-FM in Detroit, before joining the WJR news staff in Detroit, where he covered the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, among other stories in his three years as a reporter. Make sure you are aware of the new rules! In reply to I think a rich old white by El Jeffe. Longtime news director Dick Haefner retired last month after 51 years at the station. It would run for 20 years. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. 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). I'll defend to the death the right to be an asshole. The disease is untreatable. Living in OH I often catch bites of tOSU's call man Paul Keels. 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. Experiencing these storms in person is critical to holistic forecasting. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. on the "have I?" ): Raleigh/Triangle Alumni Club Hurricanes vs Red Wings Event. I didn't learn about this until reading Brian's Beckmann-referencing post, but for those still not in the loop, Beckmann said this on his Facebook page Sunday: "I got called off vacation to broadcast the Michigan hoops games in CharlotteM/Duke should be greatThis M team is the antithesis of the Fab 5, unselfish, always plays hard, no sense 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. WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. SiriusXM radio host Howard Stern told Morning Joes Joe Scarborough and Willie Geist in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. He spent 48 years on "The Great Voice of The Great Lakes", 33 years calling U of M football games, and the last 17 years of his career hosting "The Frank Beckmann Show". But the man is entilted to his views. Finateri lauded Beckmann's accomplishments in the release. It was surreal for me to actually have been able to do that". -M.W. Not sure if that obviates the point of the rest of your post or not As for "I canunderstanda young man not being very wise" or "youthful and ignorant".how about jealous and bitter, as Jalen admitted himself? Apparently someone has struck a nerve with you! Wow, fuck you buddy.". 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. What, you've never said anything stupid? According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. If you're a fat old rich white dude from the suburbs, you probably do find poor black kids from Detroit abhorrent. I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). ??. Beckmanns time in the booth included the Wolverines' last national championship in 1997. The Pistons' fourth quarter rally almost was enough to take down the Bulls. Saw this was basically covered in an earlier front-page post today. Pity the fool didn't watch the documentary because if he spouts such drivel after seeing how much hate those kids had to play through at the time then if he still comes out with this. The original accusation made was of both, so I was defending each one individually. The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. ( Neal Rubin The Detroit Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. His play by play is pretty good but his obsequious byplay is obnoxious. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. History and meteorology, according to Brant, areintertwined and critically important in understanding the why and how of our modern word. Will Canyon Lake Elementary be permanently closed. Anyway, I'm not trying to be a jerk. I have always liked Frank as an announcer, but he has made the decision to be a Political pundit, and in my mind, that disqualifies him as a UM announcer. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? Brant came to Rapid City as soon as he got an offer to work for NewsCenter1. 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. He had been a fixture there since 1972. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. and that people who do so aren't really black. Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. Not all snow is made the same: Snow ratios, Thanksgiving travel: Quiet weather making for less stressful Thanksgiving plans. It is not any different than what we all slam the OSU kids for. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! WebDenn schreiben will ich! I like when you guys are onI like news 24/7, and now I find Im getting it. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing CLARKSTON, 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). He is survived by his wife, two children and three grandchildren. First of all, I like Jalen Rose, but his comments were stupid. Having begun his broadcasting career in 1989, he had been active in the industry for more than 5 decades. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. For the program to be in business with an obviously slanted politcal pundit never made me feel easy. Aber Anne Frank war nicht nur eine hellwache und beraus reife Chronistin ihres Alltags. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that? I thought I was dreaming, he said. I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. 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. On the other hand, I really really like Matt Sheppard for bball and think he's far superior. If he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid, fine. This is called an argument. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. By This was made on facebook, and not even to the general public. Not sure if you realize this but there is a difference between bad and amateur. 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. If I have to work on a saturday and miss the game, his voice is what I want to hear. In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. The station features a syndicated lineup, including Hugh Hewitt, Brian Kilmeade, Dan Bongino, Mike Gallagher, Joe Pags, and Bill OReilly. He was eventually named as the main substitute for legendary WJR morning host J.P. McCarthy. topicthat I also appreciate my relative *advantages* well enough that I respect those that reach maturity and success without them, as well. Frank Beckmann was 72. According to theDetroit Free Press, the former WJR Radio host had been sick for nearly a year since his retirement from the station. : Ensemble versus regular, Perkins County Sheriffs Office with a strong warning: We are not a towing service. With a Crains Detroit Subscription you get exclusive access, insights and experiences to help you succeed in business. Were they racist? Personally, I would MUCH rather see Brando retire. 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. Streamline Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Where did I say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't? Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. My question is, why are we all obligated to love the Fab 5? Big fan of hers. Beckmann has hosted The Frank Staying current is easy with Crain's news delivered straight to your inbox, free of charge. I'm surprised he didn't mention the word "GRIT!" You didn't "say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't", you merely spent a long post defending what he said without similarly backing up Jalen's. Brant earned his bachelors degree in history from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. Symone coming on strong. DETROIT Detroit sports broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has announced his plans to retire after 48 years with WJR. I don't think I'm on her good list.". Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. Gordon referred to Beckmann as the the Swiss Army knife of broadcasters.. 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. Longtime WJR-AM radio host and University of Michigan football play-by-play man Frank Beckmann is in critical condition at an Oakland County hospice facility, his family said Friday. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. My betyou've not walked an inch in those shoes. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his 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. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has beensuffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. And I'm one of the most obnoxious guys I know. Beckmann just wasn't quick enough, imo. The Fab Five were entitled and generally whiny(at the time). Frank Beckmann, 72, a fixture at WJR-AM (760) for 48 years, died February 12, 2022, of vascular dementia, according to his wife, Karen. 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"? 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. Beckmann In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. 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. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. It's sad to know that it is simply cheap political hackery anymore. Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? All rights reserved. Did you not watch the documentary, or have you not been reading Brian's posts on this blog, or are you having the same problem with past tense verb conjugation that anyone else who believes Jalen feels the same way today? 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. The station's offices are located at the top of the Fisher Building in Midtown Detroit. Seems a tad fascist to me. Shep just seems to understand bball better and give a better picture of what's going on. Although Dietz is a TV veteran, Wheeler said that he shows "a lot of potential" on radio. He would later go on to do play-by-play for the University of Michigan Football, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Tigers.. Because it couldn't be more clear that this "if" is indeed the case. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. Basically,many people are slamming a guy they don't like for slamming something he doesn't like. Audio Ink is a trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Chicago Bears Broadcasts Moving up the Dial Next Year, Former FEMA Execs Push To Save AM Radio in EVs. Your message has not been sent. and his masters degree in broadcast meteorology at Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss. 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. He was succeeded by Jim Brandstatter. He served as the morning sports anchor on Newstalk 760 WJR before hosting his own talk show on the station for almost 18 years. Not really racist, but just a bit. For him to publicly say this pathetic, obviously race-fueled drivel is enough to make me write a letter to the University about him. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. It's a term used when one black person wants to accuse another of "acting white" or "assimilating into white culture"as if all white people are one single homogenous group where one person doesn't deviate from another. In reply to I thinkall of this is by UMdad. If this is what gets him fired so they can bring in someone better then it will be worth it. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? As for jealous and bitter vs. youthful and arrogantI'll concede the point that I was putting meaning on to your words that perhaps you didn't mean. Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. 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? He says, Dont worry, well be seeing them win championships before long as well. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. 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. He does a great job describing the games. He was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame in 2008 and named "Best Midday Personality" by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. "I think the key to doing a good radio show is listening to all sides. 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. He succeeded Bob Ufer as the voice of Michigan football in 1981 when Ufer became too ill to continue broadcasting the games. You are among the best in our business. To connect with Ryan, find him on Twitter @SureToCover. 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. Cold Air Funnels spotted Thursday near Hermosa: What are they? Check out this home tucked away in the woods of Sturgis. 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. attitude that is too prevelant today - from liberals and conservatives, btw. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. ", 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. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. The on-air 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. His politics is not of my concern unless he runs for office which is not going to happen. Error, please try again. Im watching oldDatelines. 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] However, I'm sure there have been racists who in fact called others racist, so it's not logically impossible. Finally, how is your choice of jealous and bitter somehow better than youthful and ignorant? who I remember growing up listening to. According to Wheeler, WJR looks for high-profile, thoughtful figures who know the city to serve as on-air fill-in hosts. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. 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. I didn't learn about this until reading Brian's Beckmann-referencing post, but for those still not in the loop, Beckmann said this on his Facebook page Sunday: "I got called off vacation to broadcast the Michigan hoops games in CharlotteM/Duke should be greatThis M team is the antithesis of the Fab 5, unselfish, always plays hard, no sense of entitlement, respects opponents, and no racistsWe should thank Jalen Rose for reminding everyone why we never want another group like the Fab 5 at Michigan, or any other school!!!". I agree with Brian's reference to the moron Beck and would be happy to see this guy get canned. Beckmann's show shared air time with syndicated shows by other conservative personalities, including Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Adam Bold and Mark Levin. 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.. DETROIT -- Frank Beckmann, whose near-half century as a Detroit broadcaster included a decade calling Tigers games, passed away Saturday following a . I actually never knew he did politics until today, because of my general preference to avoid the field entirely. Before joining Crains Detroit Business, he reported in Iraq and China and for various publications in Michigan. My company makes a lot more off of my work than they pay me. "I regret the fact that it happened, and apologize to anyone I might have offended," he wrote. 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'm more conservative, but I've always welcomed all those views," he said. If I tell someone to expect 60 mph winds, I better darn well know what that looks like and what its capable of. 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. "As a play-by-play announcer, Frank electrified audiences with his memorable style of calling all the action. The comments are racist like my Grandma's subtle racism when she refers to those of African-american decent as colored people. Click link below to read more More:WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz says he was terminated over comment about black reporter, The station released a statement on July 1 that framed Dietz's departure as a resignation:Kevin Dietz has resigned from WDIV effective immediately. In reply to Beckmann's a great announcer by Bodogblog. After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. BROADCASTING veteran Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. Advertisement Image Credit:freep.com Who Is Frank Beckmanns Wife Karen? They are nowhere near being racist? Longtime Michigan radio broadcaster Frank Beckmann has died. During his time on the air, he also broadcast Detroit Lions from 1979 to 1988 and the Detroit Tigers from 1995 to 2003. Ignore this thread if you think its overkill. Its like all news stuff. Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. The search for Charlotte Lester continues as I resume efforts searching for answers into her disappearance and holding Mark Perkins accountable for his actions against myself and Ladybug.. 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)? Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. 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. Find a good Michigan "homer" who feels the same way that we do about Michigan football with no political subtext. Find out more about him in the article below. 1:34. The guy should be fired because he sucks. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, according to reports. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. He suffered four more strokes since then. Stern told Morning Joe in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. 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. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. Beckmann, 71, told Crain's his retirement coincides with the end of his contract and rather than deal with the renewal negotiations, the time was right to sign off after half a century on the air. Thank God you dont play the oldDatelinesanymore on the weekends. WJR posted a photo of Dietz on its Twitter account that said he was filling in for Smith and "having fun in the @FisherBldgDET." He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. During his career in radio, Beckmann called games for Michigan football, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. Ufer and Beckmann were the only two radio voices for Wolverine Football for 65 years. And as for "Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that?" He spent 48 years on "The Great Voice of The Great Lakes", 33 years calling U of M football games, and the last 17 years of his career hosting "The Frank Beckmann Show". Beckmann calling him racist for it was likewise stupid. 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. Isn't use of the phrase "Uncle Tom" inherently racist towards white people? That's proof that he was a tough guy that he could survive AA as a conservative. The two then swapped jobs, with Harwell taking over on the radio and Beckmann replacing Harwell on TV. Theyre fascinating! bbeckman@newscenter1.com 605-355-0024 ext 41 Articles Potential winter storm next week? He suffered four more strokes since then. On behalf of Whitey, it is very, very dicey territory to start calling a bunch of poor urban black 19-year-old kids racist. Beckmann then transferred to the sports department, eventually serving as Sports Director. I personally will stand with the latter and tell Beckmann to STFU. This is a serious subject that I approached through humor," Dietz wrote. I would say they were more built on not understanding people who do not grow up like you grew up. 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. In my opinion, he definitely comes across as racist, though I am sure that he doesn't believe that he is. - Anne Frank 2016-02-03 Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank ist weltberhmt als Dokumentation des unmenschlichen Alltags unter der Nazi-Herrschaft in den Niederlanden. That being said, that Buckeye guy blows him away. Controversial celebrities such as Michigan rocker Ted Nugent also frequented Beckmann's show, but his highest-profile interview recently was with outgoing President Donald Trump. 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. 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. I don't follow your logic. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. I just find it hard to swallow picking and choosing. he's apathetic, narrow-minded moron who's incapable of understanding what the Fab Five represented. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. White dude from the suburbs, you probably do find poor black kids from Detroit abhorrent not understanding people do... 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