Paper Trail Podcast

The gnarly side of radio and relevance | Gnarly Charlie


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Paul sits down with Valley radio personality Gnarly Charlie, who recently joined KJUG's morning show. With over three decades of broadcasting experience, Charlie shares fascinating stories about his journey from sorting records at KKDJ to becoming one of the region's most recognizable voices.

Charlie offers unique insights into how radio has evolved since the late 1980s, from the days of vinyl records and analog equipment to today's digital landscape. He discusses his approach to staying relevant in an era of streaming services and podcasts, emphasizing the importance of authentic local content and genuine community connection. The conversation takes some entertaining turns, including how he got his nickname, a chance encounter with Johnny Carson at Wimbledon that helped shape his career, and why being genuine matters more than being polished in broadcasting.

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Paper Trail PodcastBy Paul Myers

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