So back to my original point...
I've only been in Atlanta for 7 years. Describe David Paul for me please.
> > I merely asked a question. And who is Dino?
> >
> > > Oh good grief! You really think that Bruce Collins and
> > > Jerry DelCore and Gabe Hobbs are reading these boards!
> > Get
> > > real. They'll hire who they want. All this stuff with
> > > polls and vote for who you like is just stunting.
> > >
> > > Kevin Wall filling in over July 4th, etc. just proves
> that
> >
> > > he needs to feed him family. Give it a break, Dino.
> > >
> >
>
> A slew of stuff from the Dino Costa website
>
> Informed, entertaining, and refreshingly candid. These are
> some of the features that you will get when tuning in to The
> DinoCosta Show. Dino delivers a high impact sports and
> political talk radio program that is in many ways a radical
> departure from the status quo. You will not find a more
> direct and opinionated sports talk host anywhere else on the
> dial.
>
> Conversational in nature the program also delivers a
> consistent high visibility guest lineup with some of the
> biggest names in the sporting and political world. Dino
> Costa is a native of New York and has worked in several
> different capacities within the sports broadcasting arena.
> He’s done play-by-play, anchored, and hosted his own
> program. The DinoCosta Show has been aired in the cities of
> Denver, Cleveland, Miami, Orlando, Wheeling, Huntington and
> Trenton. Dino has also broadcast in Los Angeles with Fox
> Sports Radio and in New York with 1010 WINS radio.
>
>
> Previously The Dino Costa Show was aired in Jacksonville on
> AM-970 WNNR from June 2003 through February 2004.
>
> Under a Partnership Management agreement, Dino returned to
> Jacksonville in August of 2004.
>
> His program will be broadcast weekdays from 2-6 on the Fifty
>
> Thousand watt station, AM-1530.
>
>
> What is FAQ?
>
> Answer - Frequently Asked Questions. It's really very
> simple.
>
> Who is DinoCosta?
>
> Answer - A question that perhaps will never be answered. An
> enigma? A contradiction? A jerk? A throwback to yesteryear?
> A stuttering fool? A brilliant word smith? A terrible
> golfer? A supreme checkers player? The possibilities are
> truly endless with this question.
>
> Where is he from?
>
> Answer - He was born and raised in New York. BUT...he's
> lived all over the place. Name a place and Dino has lived
> their. Baltimore? No, he hasn't lived there. However,
> Denver, Cleveland, Atlantic City, Davenport, Los Angeles,
> Huntington, Wheeling, Miami, Jacksonville...he's lived in
> all those places. For now.
>
> How would you describe his style?
>
> Answer - Refreshingly candid.
>
> What do you mean "refreshingly candid"?
>
> Answer - Well...you will not find a more opinionated sports
> radio host anywhere else on the dial. Dino projects a radio
> program that is conviction based, and one that never pays
> homage to politically correct, mainstream thinking. He
> kowtows to nobody. Just ask some of the people he's worked
> for previously.
>
> Can you give examples of that?
>
> Answer - Sure. He believes women should stay out of locker
> rooms until players are dressed. He considers Hootie Johnson
> a man of dignity and principle. He believes someone like
> Martha Burk to be an anti-male feminist. He believes Bud
> Selig is ruining baseball for future generations of fans. He
> believes the WNBA is more along the lines of an NBA charity
> case. He believes that few people care anything about
> women's pro sports. He believes there is a double standard
> when it comes to racial dilemmas in athletics. He hates
> quotas and anything to do with affirmative action. He
> believes that if you want to dictate the fortunes of a
> professional franchise then you should go out and buy a
> team. He's refused to allow program directors the latitude
> to dictate the terms of his show...and been fired for it. He
> thinks that most people in his business are rude and
> obnoxious individuals with little purpose to their lives but
> to torment others. Examples given.
>
> Race?
>
> Answer - Caucasian. White. Proud to be so.
>
> Ethnicity?
>
> Answer - Irish/Italian The best looking kids come from this
> mix by the way.
>
> Political affiliation?
>
> Answer - The Constitution Party.
www.constitutionparty.com
>
> Spiritual affiliation?
>
> Answer - Jesus Christ alone. The Redeemer. The Saviour. The
> End All And Be All. The ONLY Way. (See "Faith" link on this
> site)
>
> Married or single?
>
> Answer - Happily married to a women that is way too good for
> him in reality.
>
> Favorite Movie?
>
> Answer- Secular: Searching For Bobby Fisher. Christian:
> Jesus Of Nazareth.
>
> Favorite Book?
>
> Answer- Bible - KJV
>
> Interests outside of the sporting arena?
>
> Answer - He's a cigar enthusiast sometimes, and a civil war
> aficionado.
>
> Favorite food?
>
> Answer -Steak. Chicken. Jumbo Cajun Shrimp. Pasta from Mama
> Costa's kitchen. Turkey Burgers. Philly Cheese steaks with
> Jalapeno Peppers.
>
> Age?
>
> Answer - Why get caught up in a number? Older today than he
> was yesterday, yet not as old as he'll be tomorrow.
>
>
> FYI STUFF
>
> The Dino Costa Show is more than news, information, and
> commentary, on the sporting world. While it is true that the
> bulk of the shows content is sports related, the program
> possesses a host that can clearly articulate his views on
> myriad topics. This means that you'll often hear commentary
> and opinion on such topics as politics, current events, and
> other news worthy items.
>
> CALLERS GROUND RULES
>
> Callers are welcomed to participate on the program provided
> they fulfill the following criteria:
>
> >Callers need to be at least 21 years of age. The Dino Costa
> Show has a more mature audience than many sports oriented
> talk radio programs. The host insists on keeping the sound
> of any phone callers consistent with the demographic most
> often listening.
>
> >Callers need to articulate their thoughts and positions on
> topics in a clear and understandable manner. Callers need to
> add something to the program, with a comment, idea,
> question, or thought, that enables the caller to become an
> interesting part of the proceedings.
>
> >Callers are always identified by their name they give to
> the call screener. Bob, Jim, Mike, Dan, are examples.
> Callers are never identified by any slang term or nick name
> that they may use on other programs previously. "Mister
> Gator," for instance, never gets to air his opinion on the
> Dino Costa Show.
>
> >Callers should be prepared to get to their point
> immediately upon being introduced to the audience.
>
> >If a caller is phoning in with a question or a comment with
> a scheduled guest, please refrain from asking any questions
> or making any comments that are off topic while that guest
> is on the program. Stay consistent with the format of the
> show.
>
> >Callers are permitted one phone call per program.
>
> >All phone callers are screened and subject to the decision
> of the call-screener in determining their ability to
> participate on the program.
>
> CONTENT
>
> The Dino Costa Show is more than just a local Jacksonville
> based talk radio program. The shows content is diverse, and
> will be focused on issues and items from a local, regional,
> and national point of view. The program seeks to incorporate
> numerous angles into each program, delivering a radio show,
> that is consistently engaging the hearts and minds of the
> audience listening.
>
> WHY DON'T ATHLETES MAKE APPEARANCES ON THE SHOW?
>
> Very seldom will The Dino Costa Show feature a current
> athlete on the program for an interview. The reason for
> this, is that we feel most of the commentary you will hear
> from most, if not all athletes, will be the same quotes you
> get to read in your newspaper. Just about all athletes will
> give canned and rehearsed, and very predictable answers to
> questions on a talk radio show. This is boring radio - and
> something the Dino Costa Show seeks to avoid at all costs.
> However, often times the program will seek the input from an
> ex-athlete who is no longer involved in playing the games.
> These individuals seem to offer much more in the way of
> interesting and honest views on whatever questions are
> posed. The program is more likely to feature writers and or
> columnists on the program, broadcasters, fellow talk hosts,
> or other sports personalities, who are more than willing to
> speak their mind on a host of issues included on the show.
>
> TURN DOWN YOUR RADIO WHEN ON HOLD AND WAITING TO GO ON-AIR
>
> This is pretty important. The program is broadcast on a
> "delayed" signal. That means that what you are hearing on
> the radio was something that happened seven seconds before
> you heard it! We do this so that it gives us a moment to
> cancel a call or a comment that was inappropriate for
> airing. Also, if you go on the air while your radio is "on"
> (this includes being in your car), this will create a
> situation where major "feedback" will often occur. Not
> something we prefer as you can probably imagine.
>
> WANT AN INTERNSHIP ON THE DINO COSTA SHOW?
>
> Internships are available through the Mighty AM-1530
> Creative Works Department. These internships are made
> available to college students who are able to receive credit
> towards a potential degree. Internships are available from
> January through May and from September through December. We
> schedule interviews 2-3 weeks prior to semesters. To make
> yourself available for an internship, please send a resume
> and cover letter to:
>
> Mr. Blaine Rathbun
> Creative Works Director
> The Mighty AM-1530
> Suite 12, Box 159
> Jacksonville, FL 32256
>
> I WANT THE DINO COSTA SHOW TO BROADCAST FROM MY BUSINESS
>
> A Very astute move if you are considering this. Live remote
> broadcasts are available for most any business. Some radio
> programs will take advertising and perform a radio show from
> a "Gentleman's Club". The Dino Costa Show will not. However
> most any other business qualifies - for a terrific, value
> enhanced, remote broadcast, that can bring your organization
> multiple levels of success, please contact:
>
> Mr. Doc Burkhart
> Coordinating Manager Special Events
> 9802 Baymeadows Rd.
> Suite 12, Box 159
> Jacksonville, FL 32256
>
>
> HOW DO I GET IN TOUCH WITH DINO COSTA?
>
> Dino is available to talk and meet with you concerning
> potential marketing sponsorships at anytime. In addition,
> Dino is available for speaking engagements with
> organizations such as Chamber Of Commerce, youth groups,
> charities, or non-profit organizations seeking assistance.
> To contact Dino Costa please forward to:
>
> Dino Costa Communications
> 9802 Baymeadows Rd.
> Suite 12, Box 159
> Jacksonville, FL 32256
> Call: 904-651-3504
> email:
[email protected]
>
>
> COSTA BONICS
>
> TRANSLATION: Linguistic nuances unique to DINO COSTA
>
> Costacise - To vigorously express a Costic opinion
>
> Costacism - A criticism from the DCN point of view
>
> Costaffective - Of terrific value as determined by the DCN
>
> Costalgia - A fondness for DCN episodes gone by
>
> Costaphobe - One who carries an intense and irrational fear
> of the DCN lifestyle
>
> Costa Rico - Dino Costa's personal cabana boy
>
> Costastrophic - Of Costa-Sized proportions
>
> Costation - The state of being Costasized
>
> Costatize - A conversion to the DCN lifestyle
>
> Costco - Where the DCN shops
>
> Costic - Dangerously candid
>
> Costicity - The electric vibe of the DINOCOSTA Show
>
> Costish - Like "Amish", Costish is an acquired way of life.
>
> Costodian - The show's board operator, engineer, producer or
> other employee of the DCN
>
> Costogie - A fine cigar enjoyed in the presence of DINOCOSTA
>
>
> Costaphobia - Fear or resistence to the truth as interpreted
> by the DCN
>
> Mi Costa es su Costa - A phrase used by the DCN to express
> comraderie, or agreement
>
> Costapalooza - Taking the DCN on the road
>
