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Fresh 102.5′s John Carney Put an End to “The Christmas Shoes”

John Carney — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 19:15:51 +0000

Thanks for everyone’s votes and donations over the Christmas holiday. I am happy to say I WAS RIGHT. People hate this tune. We received around 200 votes (by mail and online), and an overwhelming majority voted in favor of ending “The Christmas Shoes” song for good, which means I didn’t have to sing the song. Most importantly, we managed to raise nearly $1,000 for Rainbows For Kids!
Also, a special thanks to Laurie’s Shoes for the $200 gift card that went out to one of our lucky voters!

Rainbows for Kids is a St. Louis charity dedicated to helping children with cancer and other serious illnesses and their families.

For more information on Rainbows for Kids, visit rainbowsforkids.org.

If you haven’t heard “The Christmas Shoes” song, first take a look at the video below:

How to Survive Thanksgiving & Still Feel Romantic? Top 5 Do’s & Don’ts

John Carney — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:30:23 +0000

By being prepared and following these simple Do’s and Don’ts, you could be enjoying more than just leftover turkey:) (we’re talking about romance and family togetherness of course)… Click below for the link to a very helpful article for fathers and make sure to comment to let us know of your Do’s and Don’ts…thanks!

Read the Top 5 Do’s and Don’ts to Survive Thanksgiving & Still Feel Romantic

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America’s Least Funny States

John Carney — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:08:23 +0000

For the past 21 years, America’s Funniest Home Videos has been bringing us footage from all over the nation of jetski falls, falling grandmas and kids accidentally whacking their dads in their nether regions with wiffle ball bats… But over the years, they’ve also begun to notice a trend that some states just aren’t that funny! So which states are lacking in the physical comedy department?

America’s Funniest Home Videos has ranked the least funny states by the number of wins – the lack of them, that is.

Washington, D.C. – 0 Wins
Rhode Island – 1 Win
Alaska – 2 Wins
North Dakota – 2 Wins
Vermont – 3 Wins
Wyoming – 3 Wins

TIME Magazine has the full story.

I’m Just Sayin: Some “Helpful” Tips Aren’t So Helpful

John Carney — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:25:16 +0000

Hey, check out the segment I did on KSDK Newschannel 5 last night… do you agree with me on this subject? I’m just sayin…

CLICK HERE to watch the video!

The #1 TV Dad: Bill Cosby

John Carney — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 18:35:00 +0000

I recently sat down with the guy who has been voted the #1 TV Dad of all time — the one and only, Bill Cosby! What a great interview — click to take a listen to the audio after the jump…

Video: Hot Diggity Dawg

John Carney — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:20:25 +0000

No one enjoys a piping hot plump frankfurter more than me. In fact, I have intentionally avoided the health reports that compare a hot dogs nutritional value to that of a parking meter…

Nonetheless, I apparently have been missing the real fun that can be had eating weenies. After stumbling upon this commercial, I now feel that a whole new world of hot dog eating pleasure is now in front of me. God bless modern technology!!!

Earth, Wind & Fire’s Philip Bailey

John Carney — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:48:21 +0000

If you’re a huge Earth, Wind & Fire fan like myself, you’ll love this: I recently talked with singer and percussionist Philip Bailey… and this one’s a two-parter…

Remember Hilary Duff?

John Carney — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 18:15:50 +0000

You know, the cute little Disney Channel breakout star from Lizzie McGuire who was all over tween backpacks and pop magazines in the early 2000′s? Well, she’s all grown up now and I recently sat down with her to talk about what it’s like to be married to a pro hockey player, how she feels about her sister Haylie, the weirdest rumors she’s heard about herself, and her next new book…

Over The Coals: The Barbecue Bible

John Carney — Thu, 26 May 2011 13:00:08 +0000

As we have hit the official kickoff of the summer grilling season this Memorial Day weekend, there are some tips that are essential to keep in mind while you’re slaving over the coals. Steven Raichlen is the grilling guru and had written dozens of books on the subject. All of them have found a home in my kitchen.

If you don’t own the Barbecue Bible, you should. In the meantime, Steven offers up some things you need to know to make your BBQ the best ever.

Have a look and good grilling!!

My Chat with American Idol’s Jacob Lusk

John Carney — Wed, 11 May 2011 18:59:35 +0000

So I sat down this week with American Idol‘s Jacob Lusk, who describes himself as a “no-gimmick guy”. It was a great interview — Jacob talks about his past gigs as a funeral and wedding singer, how he keeps his cool on stage, and how he almost forgot about his American Idol audition!

We also bonded over our love of Luther Vandross, and Jake shares some of his upcoming plans for 2011 (including the American Idol Live Tour 2011, which you can win tickets for with Vic Porcelli)! Check it out…