WAPL 40 For 40
WAPL has been synonymous with rock in northeast Wisconsin from the early days of WAPL-AM in the early 50s to WAPL-FM and the station's flip to rock in 1977 to today. You'll hear more about the stories that you know and some behind-the-mic tales you haven't. It's the history of Wisconsin's Rock Station with new episodes on Throwback Thursdays in 2018.
Episodes
December 7, 2017 • 1 min
We're getting ready to blow the lid off WAPL-FM's history. Here's what to expect.
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January 4, 2018 • 9 mins
Bartell Broadcasting lays the groundwork for a new NE Wisconsin radio station.
Featuring WAPL veteran Steve Brown.
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Featuring WAPL veteran Steve Brown.
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January 11, 2018 • 11 mins
WAPL-AM signed on and brought Rock & Roll to NE Wisconsin with a solid crew of DJs ready to spin hot wax!
Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
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Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
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January 18, 2018 • 18 mins
We talk to WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy about his early career and the early days of WAPL-AM. Part one of two.
Featuring Bob Bandy
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Featuring Bob Bandy
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January 25, 2018 • 19 mins
Part Two of our interview with WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy. We'll talk of his dislike for Elvis, walking down the street in his underwear and how he ended on top of a tower for a month.
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February 1, 2018 • 9 mins
During the mid-50s, WAPL-AM flourished under the ownership and progressive management philosophy of Connie Forster.
Featuring WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy.
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Featuring WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy.
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February 8, 2018 • 16 mins
John Dixon takes over WAPL-AM and despite some obstacles expands the radio operation into the FM realm.
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February 15, 2018 • 15 mins
WAPL-FM goes live in 1965 with a different sound than you would hear today.
Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
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Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.
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February 22, 2018 • 14 mins
WAPL-FM flips to rock and a new buyer brings improvements to the station, as well as the end WAPL-AM.
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March 1, 2018 • 14 mins
Part coach. Part general. Part motivational speaker. Program Director Wayne Shayne shaped 105.7 WAPL into a rock powerhouse in the early 80s.
Featuring David Lee, John Wanie, Rick McNeal and the current WAPL airstaff. Some audio courtesy of Mark Vieth and YouTube user Northeast Wisconsin Radio.
Some content NSFW and may be offensive to some listeners.
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Featuring David Lee, John Wanie, Rick McNeal and the current WAPL airstaff. Some audio courtesy of Mark Vieth and YouTube user Northeast Wisconsin Radio.
Some content NSFW and may be offensive to some listeners.
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March 8, 2018 • 14 mins
WAPL celebrates a royal birth and helps save a concert in peril.
Featuring David Lee, John Wanie and Rick McNeal. Some content NSFW.
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Featuring David Lee, John Wanie and Rick McNeal. Some content NSFW.
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March 15, 2018 • 11 mins
A new program director arrives as the Apple Corps disperses. Rick McNeal talks about that and his new job covering the morning slot.
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Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior writt...
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March 22, 2018 • 14 mins
More with Rick McNeal about his time during the original Nelson & McNeal morning show with Paul Nelson. Stories include Greg Koch and the bowling shirts and the very first Menasha St. Patrick's Day Parade.
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Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podc...
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March 29, 2018 • 10 mins
A talk with Len Nelson about his early days at WAPL and with Rick McNeal on the morning show.
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Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.
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April 5, 2018 • 10 mins
Rick McNeal and Len Nelson reflect on some of the big events from the early days of their show including "TP for the PC", the "Touch Tom's Toup Tour" and what happened when the Berlin Wall came down.
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April 12, 2018 • 11 mins
Under new leadership and a change in airstaff, WAPL's success continued through the second half of the 80s.
Featuring Greg Bell, Len Nelson and Rick McNeal.
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Featuring Greg Bell, Len Nelson and Rick McNeal.
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April 19, 2018 • 10 mins
The early 90s were marked by a number of comings and goings at WAPL, airstaff and management alike.
Featuring Greg Bell and Len Nelson.
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Featuring Greg Bell and Len Nelson.
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April 26, 2018 • 14 mins
The staff changes continue in management and air staff. Mornings have a new face when Len Nelson leaves and John Jordan arrives.
With Len Nelson and John Jordan.
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With Len Nelson and John Jordan.
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May 3, 2018 • 15 mins
Rick McNeal and John Jordan talk about their time on the show including their relationship with the area mayors and how WAPL dealt with what happened on 9/11.
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Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any mean...
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May 10, 2018 • 11 mins
The new century brought more changes to WAPL's management and morning show personnel.
Featuring Greg Bell, Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Cutter.
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Featuring Greg Bell, Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Cutter.
Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the pr...
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