DETROIT -- Frank Beckmann, whose near-half century as a Detroit broadcaster included a decade calling Tigers games, passed away Saturday following a Longtime Michigan radio broadcaster Frank Beckmann has died. The station's offices are located at the top of the Fisher Building in Midtown Detroit. Will Canyon Lake Elementary be permanently closed. However, with bball, you've got to be quicker and more on your toes. Morning radio host Beckmann, an opinionated and conservative voice on WJR, is retiring after 48 years with the station. According to theDetroit Free Press, the former WJR Radio host had been sick for nearly a year since his retirement from the station. 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 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". All rights reserved. With a Crains Detroit Subscription you get exclusive access, insights and experiences to help you succeed in business. I personally like both guys and would like to give them both the benefit of the doubt. 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. Cold Air Funnels spotted Thursday near Hermosa: What are they? He was succeeded by Jim Brandstatter. 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. attitude that is too prevelant today - from liberals and conservatives, btw. I loved them at the time, but watching that documentary was more like watching Titanic for me. 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. Having begun his broadcasting career in 1989, he had been active in the industry for more than 5 decades. Because it couldn't be more clear that this "if" is indeed the case. Just an awful radio play-by-play guy. Isn't use of the phrase "Uncle Tom" inherently racist towards white people? 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. Ufer and Beckmann were the only two radio voices for Wolverine Football for 65 years. Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? What happens if your vehicle falls through the ice? 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)? Prayers for Frank and his family, and thanks for decades of memories. 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. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. He succeeded Bob Ufer as the voice of Michigan football in 1981 when Ufer became too ill to continue broadcasting the games. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. It's worked this long, why change it now?". 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WebBrants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, running and visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. 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. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. "I'm not planning on doing anything different. Not too bad. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? 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. 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!!!". 1:34. Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. 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. Beckmann's show shared air time with syndicated shows by other conservative personalities, including Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Adam Bold and Mark Levin. 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Over the illustrious history of 760 WJR, Frank Beckmann was second only to J.P. McCarthy in his legedary status at the 50,000-watt blowtorch. 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] Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. DePetro have been dismissed as he faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. 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. If you choose to make a purchase after clicking a link, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. What is the general feeling on Beckmann as Michigan's play-by-play man after this? It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? Beckmann just wasn't quick enough, imo. 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? The station finished December with a 4.6 rating, the 10th-highest ranked station in the market, according to Nielsen data. WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. 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. In my opinion, he definitely comes across as racist, though I am sure that he doesn't believe that he is. On 27 January 1945 Otto Frank was liberated from Auschwitz by Russian soldiers. WJR/Cumulus does not comment on its finances. Bball just has a higher baseline announcing intensity than fball does. I dont think theres much difference there.. I'll defend to the death the right to be an asshole. 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). 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. That being said, that Buckeye guy blows him away. "As a play-by-play announcer, Frank electrified audiences with his memorable style of calling all the action. In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. WebLeggi After the Annex Anne Frank, Auschwitz and Beyond di Bas von Benda-Beckmann disponibile su Rakuten Kobo. He's not expected to make it through the weekend.https://t.co/BiqHpEbPit, Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) February 11, 2022. Or was that just unfortunate word choice? I don't think calling someone a racist necessarily makes you a racist. Everything is too black and white. 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. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. 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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. His comments were stupid. Sorrydon't agree. i doubt your grandmother has a 50,000 watt radio station or a facebook page, nor does she represent a university with a $5 billion endowment that has recently been through some issues with affirmative action. It is the same old "you don't think like me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!" During his career in radio, Beckmann called games for Michigan football, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. 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). After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. 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. 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. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing CLARKSTON, I like Beckmanns voice for football. This is called an argument. over Frank Beckmann's comments is kind of funny. "I think the key to doing a good radio show is listening to all sides. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. The conversations are available as podcasts on Paul W. Smith's WJR web page. 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. The on-air Make sure you are aware of the new rules! "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. Beckmann retired in March of 2021 after almost 50 years at the station. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? Also, should people really be fired because you don't agree with their politics? First, his comments were ignorant and if not racist, then damn close. Finally, how is your choice of jealous and bitter somehow better than youthful and ignorant? . 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. Check out this home tucked away in the woods of Sturgis. On Wednesday morning, Dietz subbed for WJR veteran radio anchorPaul W. Smith in the 5-9 a.m. morning drive slot. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. and that people who do so aren't really black. Radio Ink is a registered trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. The doctors said they dont expect him to last until Monday, his wife said. He does a great job describing the games. 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. 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. Frank has had plenty of time to mature, but it doesn't seem like he's learned all that much. but only without a hint of sarcasm. If you want to dislike them both I can respect that, too. 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. I don't see how this should affect his standing as a play-by-play man. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. Find a good Michigan "homer" who feels the same way that we do about Michigan football with no political subtext. It would run for 20 years. Frank Beckmann was 72. In reply to I think a rich old white by El Jeffe. Radio stations across the country are dealing with the financial strain of COVID-19 and declined advertising revenue. The snow has stopped, why cant I travel? I've always thought he was overrated. 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. Symone coming on strong. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. I thought I was dreaming, he said. A wise man once told me, once the other man begins hurling personal insults in a debate, he's lost the argument. Beckmann stepped back from the mic calling Michigan games after the 2013 season. These hills are a billion years old, and I get to live in their presence.. Have you? WJR's ratings have fluctuated in the past few years. He is survived by his wife, two children and three grandchildren. 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. He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, according to reports. Anyway, I'm not trying to be a jerk. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, Keels used to do U-M games in the 80's, if I'm not mistaken. Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that? Wow, fuck you buddy. 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. I don't think I'm on her good list.". He started with WJR in 1973 as the newsroom's youngest-ever reporter. For him to publicly say this pathetic, obviously race-fueled drivel is enough to make me write a letter to the University about him. Oddly, I agree politically with almost everything Joe says. Staying current is easy with Crains news delivered straight to your inbox. What, you've never said anything stupid? He would nurse the novices through their nervousness.. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Hey Frank, keep private thoughts private, especially when they rip of former Michigan players. Beckmann, who lives in Rochester Hills, retired from WJR last March, when his contract ended. 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. 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. You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. He suffered four more strokes since then. Beckmann then transferred to the sports department, eventually serving as Sports Director. 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. 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 He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at [email protected]. Those who play the "racist" card first are fair game. I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. To me -- and I don't give a shit if anyone calls me out for being political -- it is just Beckmann revealing his true colors if you've ever listened to his radio show. 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, of course,is not 18 and should know better. Beckman also wrote columns for the Detroit News for ten years. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has beensuffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Frank Beckmann, who spent nearly 50 years with Detroits WJR-AM radio station, told listeners Wednesday morning that hes retiring next month. The Detroit News was the first to report his death, citing his wife, Karen. Gordon referred to Beckmann as the the Swiss Army knife of broadcasters.. Having Beckmann compared to Keels, almost makes us look amateurish. 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. 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. Sports broadcaster and conservative talk show host Frank Beckmann is retiring from WJR AM 760 after 48 years with the Detroit radio station. EDIT: btw Bo was outspokenly political, and I doubt his opinions were similar to yours. Not sure if you realize this but there is a difference between bad and amateur. Much of that was code language for uncouth inner city negroes. Who lives and dies with this team and puts more out there than anyone on this little anonymous blog. WJR has described Beckmann as a "sports Shep just seems to understand bball better and give a better picture of what's going on. Privacy Policy Beckmanns time in the booth included the Wolverines' last national championship in 1997. The next month, he started exhibiting behavior unusual for him. 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. I like news. WJR's longtime voice Frank Beckmann dies at 72 - The Detroit Beckmann worked at WJR for 48 years until his retirement last March. It makes him a fucking idiot who doesn't know how to deploy the English language properly. Beckmann said in the release that he will miss doing his dream job but looks forward to "all the upcoming additional golf time. Disclaimer: This page may contain affiliate links. I know the whole lineup.. i suggest that anymore beckmann discussion happen on his talk show's facebook page. It might be time for you to grow the fuck up, and start looking at the reality of a situation. If you can stomach the images, here's a bite of how good he is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y1dFu6zV8M. In reply to I like Beckmanns voice for by dothepose. 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. Error, please try again. I tune out on the weekend. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). Design by Human Element. If he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid, fine. Find out more about him in the article below. I like when you guys are onI like news 24/7, and now I find Im getting it. 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. My betyou've not walked an inch in those shoes. Were they racist? 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. WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz says he was terminated over comment about black reporter, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 2022 MGoBlog. The comments are racist like my Grandma's subtle racism when she refers to those of African-american decent as colored people. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. by chitownblue2. Longtime news director Dick Haefner retired last month after 51 years at the station. He had been a fixture there since 1972. 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. 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"? Seems a tad fascist to me. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Words cannot express how happy I am to be here as a historian, as a scientist, and as a lover of nature. I grew up listening to him calling Michigan games. - Anne Frank 2016-02-03 Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank ist weltberhmt als Dokumentation des unmenschlichen Alltags unter der Nazi-Herrschaft in den Niederlanden. Among his accomplishments at the station was starting the Sportswrap talk show in 1981. WebDenn schreiben will ich! at a time when the U is making a careful rapprochement with the Fab 5. Beckmann announced his retirement in January, 2021, after a 48-year radio career with the News/Talk outlet. They are nowhere near being racist? Second, it reveals that he does not grasp the notion of "past tense". The station features a syndicated lineup, including Hugh Hewitt, Brian Kilmeade, Dan Bongino, Mike Gallagher, Joe Pags, and Bill OReilly. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. WJR talk radio host Frank Beckmann was diagnosed with an illness called Vascular Dementia. Honeyour Tahoe is at the bottom of Sheridan Lake! His bosses should consider the same. UDPATE: I-90 reopened in Spearfish after semi removal. Ufer would die of cancer on October 26, 1981, before the season ended. Where is the praise for a guy (Jalen) who corrected beliefs he held ages ago? Weve had a long relationship with Kevin and we wish him well. Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. 2023 www.freep.com. By Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. Finateri lauded Beckmann's accomplishments in the release. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. 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. But the man is entilted to his views. 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. History and meteorology, according to Brant, areintertwined and critically important in understanding the why and how of our modern word. The Pistons' fourth quarter rally almost was enough to take down the Bulls. Not really racist, but just a bit. Have I? This is a serious subject that I approached through humor," Dietz wrote. ( Neal Rubin The Detroit The disease is untreatable. 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