I was born one of a family of eight in Saginaw, Michigan. We were loud and more often talked 'at' each other than 'to' each other, a skill which is perfect for radio. After graduating from Central Michigan University, I worked at a station in Northern Michigan that had as much wattage as a refrigerator light bulb. I went from there to working on a Mexican radio station, where I was eventually kicked out for being an illegal immigrant. My radio travels then took me to the Michigan Lakeshore at 104.5 WSNX and then on to Baltimore, where I enjoyed a modicum of success, which in this business is rewarded with a shove out the door. In my spare time, I enjoy hurting myself with homemade CrossFit workouts and flinging paint on canvas and calling it 'art'. I also have three daughters, who think I teach college for a living.
Jojo Girard
Service Operator Saves Walker Man’s Life [Video]
When Dan Magennis called Comcast to inquire about his cable service, he had no idea it would change his life.
Why Bob Ross’ ‘Happy Little Trees’ Are Popping Up In State Parks
Bob Ross' famous saying 'happy little trees' has taken on a literal meaning in select Michigan State Parks.
Woman Stabbed At Michigan State Park Over A Dog
An argument over a dog led to an assault at a State Park in the Upper Peninsula.
School’s Back: Let’s Review The School Bus Traffic Rules
School's back in session for several districts this week, including Grand Rapids Public Schools, which opens Tuesday. So let's review the traffic rules when encountering a school bus.
Woodland Mall Burglary Foiled [Video]
A smash and grab burglary at the Woodland Mall was quashed by police, who have two suspects in custody.
GR Police Examining ‘Suspicious Device’ Found On Bridge
Police shut down the Sixth Street Bridge after 8:00pm Thursday night after a fisherman reported seeing a suspicious device on the structure.
Throwback Thursday: WZZM’s ‘The Bozo Show’ From 1986 [Video]
Channel 13's weatherman at the time, Dick Richards, portrayed Bozo on this local classic. Guests that day included Cub Scout Troops from Ravenna, Mecosta, and Muskegon. Maybe you're one of them.
‘The Victors’ Named Country’s Best College Fight Song [Video]
I have to admit, there is an emotional feeling I get when the Michigan marching band comes out of the tunnel at the Big House and the first chords of 'The Victors' are heard. i can't compare it to anything else.
And The Best Party Lake In Michigan Is…
With as many lakes we have here, and as many pontoon boats as we have here in Michigan, there's at least two or three lakes that could have the honor of 'best state party lake', but this is the one that got it...
Grand Rapids To Post Old Mugshots On Instagram
Was your grampa a bootlegger? Was there an uncle who liked to gamble in illegal back rooms? Maybe you'll see them soon online.
Kent County Prosecutor Reminds You To Stop ‘Smurfing’
If you don't know what smurfing is, don't worry about it, if you do, KNOCK IT OFF!
Craft Beer Drinkers Be Like… [Video]
Craft beer in Grand Rapids is like a religion, we're that serious about it, so we all know guys like this. But if I ever get like this, punch me!