Ray Horner Morning Show
Ray has been the WAKR Morning host for since 2000 after a successful career in the Erie , Pennsylvania market as a Host and Operation Manager for WAKR/ WZPR / WMDE radio in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Ray won the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Sportscaster of the year two times and is currently the play-by-play voice of Hiram College Athletics. Ray has been involved in Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Akron Children's Concert Society, Akron Public Schools, and The Embrace Care Clinic. Ray loves baseball, outdoor activities and spending time with his four children, Elizabeth, Rocco, Ava and Gia. Ray, his wife, Melissa and the children live in Wadsworth, Ohio.
Paul Keels, voice of the Buckeyes, joined Ray. They talked about NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) and how it's changing the game. They discussed the buckeyes, Big 10, and more!
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Friday, 22 July 2022 06:10
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-7-22-22: D-I-Y Electric Vehicles Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
What would it take to build your own electric vehicle, and how much would it cost? We asked local D-I-Y enthusiast, and former Akron Makerspace Board member, Chris Bennett. You'll also hear from CBS News Auto Industry Correspondent, Jeff Gilbert, about how United Auto Workers Union (UAW) officials are organizing…
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Listen to this week's Soft Scoop with Lynn Kelly. She'll keep you up to date with concerts and events. Brought to you by Red Wing Shoes.
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Thursday, 21 July 2022 07:39
Mayor Horrigan on Protests, Transparency, and More
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Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan joined Ray. They talked about making decisions about the curfew, demonstrations and protests, having patience through the process/investigation of Jayland Walker's death, and some things being put in place for future issues and concerns.
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Ray discusses the history of Akron's Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs every morning through July 23rd in Thrill on the Hill.Brought to you by SC Fastening Systems at WAKR.
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Allan Endres, 1999 Soap Box Derby World Champion, joined Ray to talk about how he got into racing, the thrill of going down the hill at Derby Downs, and more.
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Bobby DiBiasio of the Cleveland Guardians joins Ray every Wednesday to talk baseball. This week, they discuss the first half of the season and the legend, Bob Feller.
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Tuesday, 19 July 2022 08:17
How Events Like the Soap Box Derby Benefit Akron's Economy
Written by Steffany Murdock
Gregg Mervis, President & CEO ยท Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau, joined Ray to talk about the economic impact of the Soap Box Derby, Bridgestone Invitational, and other similar events. They discussed showcasing Akron and outdoor attractions throughout the area.
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Ray discusses the history of Akron's Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs every morning through July 23rd in Thrill on the Hill.Brought to you by SC Fastening Systems at WAKR.
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Soap Box Derby Public Relations Chairman, Bob Troyer, joined Ray. They talked about bringing back the opening ceremonies, the process of contestant arrivals & inspections, the track, and more.
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Ray discusses the history of Akron's Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs every morning through July 23rd in Thrill on the Hill.Brought to you by SC Fastening Systems at WAKR.
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Friday, 15 July 2022 11:19
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-7-15-22: Space & Robocalls Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
NASA unveiled fantastic and unbelievably beautiful first images this week from the James Webb space telescope which is floating more than a million miles from Earth. Listen for a report from CBS News Correspondent, Peter King, along with comments from President Biden, who hailed NASA's amazing achievement. You'll also hear…
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Film Study Professor Joe Fortunato joins Ray every Friday to break down classic films. This week, they talk about the 1964 musical comedy, A Hard Day's Night, starring the Beatles.
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Jim Rosenhaus, voice of the Cleveland Guardians, joins Ray every Friday. This week they talked about the young outfielders doing well, where Steven Kwan fits within the team, the All Star players, and more.
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