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Isn't it ironic that Chunga had to beg and plead to get Mister on the show; only to be responsible for his termination.
I remember Mister's last day. At the end of the show Chunga didn't want to go talk to the lawyers, but Mister said c'mon it will be alright. Now we know why. The chemistry Chunga and Mister had together is what made them the best morning show on Utah radio. Mister kept Chunga in check and played straight-man to Chunga's funny man. Without Mister, it's definitely not the same.
Mister, I hope to hear you on the radio again someday. I wish you the best where ever your life takes you. Just know you are missed!
I wish him only the best and I am glad he chose to speak about what he knew and how things sorted out.
I'm also excited to read that the D. News is smart enough to pick up two talented folks- himself and Erica Hansen of KOSY. How exciting to enhance the A&E section with more local writing and insight from someone with a great background.
I haven't listened since Mister was dropped and don't intend to. I even tried listening to Grant and Amanda once in desperation, but decided that silence was preferable.
When Mister goes back on the radio, I'll listen to his show, as long as it's not on Citadel.
Jan Williams
Program Director
KPCW Park City
I also hope that Mister returns to the radio soon!
I'd like to hear what Chunga has to say about it now that the cat is out of the bag. Chunga IS a really funny guy, but right now I don't feel a bit like laughing.
I am a true believer of Carma and I hope Chunga get what he deserves! We as Mister Fans need to call in during What's Happening Hot Stuff and let other listeners know the truth about Chunga.
I hope Mister returns to the Radio soon, We love you
Radio morning show personalities come and go like the different seasons. Only time will tell if Citadel made the right decision in firing Mister (not renewing his contract). So far, it doesn't look very good...
I don't think Chunga had a personal say in it, I think those of us who have delt with management know that they probably wouldn't let Chunga make that big of a call. Now for Mister to speak to the newspapers about his contract, isn't that violating his non-compete clause? Obviously not a good move for him.
What radio station will hire him now? I loved Mister when he was on KENZ, and was truly sad when MANAGEMENT let him go. But the real reason I listen to 101.9 is for the music. I'll still listen.
After reading this article and listening to Chunga's response it is clear someone is lying. The question is, is it Brian or Brett.
This morning, Chunga went on a rant claiming that Mister is lying about Chunga's involvement in Mister's firing and that Mister was good at reading the news and not much of anything else. Wow Chunga! How can you go personal like that about a former friend and business partner of 8+ years? Chunga is taking this to an all new low. I don't know Mister personally, but he IS funny and talented. He doesn't deserve this kind of abuse from Chunga. The whole thing this morning on the show totally turned me off. For every person that calls or writes in, I'm sure there are 20 more people that feel the same way but turn the dial instead of writing in. I think I'll do both.
That said, I loved Mister. He was a staple. I was sad when he left. I wish him all the best, especially if he violated the non-compete!!
I didn't know about this article either until I heard Chunga totally freak out this morning. Something is off, and Chunga's got a big head. Its too bad he couldn't keep his cool. That would have given him more credibility.
Perhaps logic fails you. If the truth is that Chunga had nothing to do with Mister's contract renewal, than whatever Mister says is false. Following logic than, (see if you can grasp this,) Mister would be lying. Whatever Mister believes is a moot point, especially if it is based on fantasy. Whether intentional or not, stating something other than the truth is lying.
However, if Chunga isn�t telling the truth, than that is a whole different issue!! I tend to believe Chunga. I feel Mister is playing the victim card to �rally the troops.�
To bad that this has now become a public matter.
Look at the overall changes of the station's line-up. CHANGE is good.
Keep up the changes!!!
I wish Mister the best in his future endeavors, but I wonder if it was in his best interest to come forward with unsubstantiated allegations that could lead to possible legal issues. I am not versed in the facts of his dismissal, but I am not sure that this is the best venue to air his suspicions about his onetime friend�s position in this case.
Does Mister�s absence diminish the morning show? I don�t know. I do know that we are creatures of habit, so it always takes time to get use to a new situation.
Perhaps we will find that the new morning show will be better than the last.
I know with Mister it was far better than with Marcus.
On that note, I love the new movie critic, Tony Toscano. He is easy to listen to, funny, and a great addition to the show. It would be great to hear more of him.
Did Mister West make an inaccurate statement, based on what he was told, or did he lie? Certainly, it wasn't both. You aren't doing yourself any favors, by disparaging Mister, all the while claiming that Mister is guilty of disparaging you.
Chunga and Mister would often butt heads, and those who know Chunga off the air, know how he likes to blow up at people. His profanity laced tirades and his passion for holding grudges are well known in the industry. One such tirade this morning only further proves this point.
I sure would not want to be Chelsea or Cort in that studio this morning.
You can argue with the semantics all you want. However, lying is making a false or misleading representation.
Oh and if you truly buy into the "making a false statement based on INNACUARTE FACTS," justifies Mister's misrepresentation or lying, then you my friend are even more foolish then I previously thought. Read: Chunga and Mister are/were friends and talked on a regular basis following Mister's exit; Mister is hurt; Mister is grasping at straws.
As for the "Non-compete" clause in his contract with Citadel, it is common knowledge that those clauses are non-enforceable and can be stricken out in a legal proceeding, especially when an employee has been terminated by the employer. So if Mr. West really wants to work in the industry again, he should speak to a contract lawyer about fighting his non-compete.
After reading the story and the comments, I find nothing liable or slanderous in the comments from Mr. West. He simply stated what he believed were the details of his termination.
Chunga's threats are meaningless. He would get waxed in court.
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i have no i dea why they would want to jack up a top show like that. maybe if you guys had been number 1 they would have kept you together. did you guys go on a cuise recently?