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A pandemic bonus for us shut-ins (and to give us a jump on our 50th Anniversary)! Part Five of our staff stories includes:*Yelling in the halls [Len]*When Joe Calgaro first met the staff*A WAPL "Country Giant" story about a special request [Ross]*The story of The Wedgies [Len]*Shane Reno/Dave Wayne hijinks*The Legend of Dick Johnson" [Steve Brown]Storytellers include Joe Calgaro, Elwood, Borna, Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Greg Bell.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

40 years done. But what's next for The Rockin' Apple?With Elwood and Greg BellRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

WAPL has a strong relationship with a number of rock artists. This has made for many great stories over the years. Here are some of them.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Part Four of WAPL stories from years past involving vehicle incidents, swearing on the air and pool antics.Storytellers include Joe Calgaro, Elwood, Borna, Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Greg Bell.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Even more stories from The Rick & Len Show, including that time Tiny Tim was here, the show's worst winner and the story behind the infamous Shamwow incident.With Len Nelson and Rick McNealRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

More stories from The Rick & Len Show, including Two Bits For Tony and what exactly was the Bra Ball.With Len Nelson and Rick McNealRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Football, baseball, basketball, racing and more. 105.7 WAPL has carried its share of sports over the years.With Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Bob BandyRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Some of WAPL's memorable contests and events over the years and the stories behind them, including the Easter Keg, the Jello Lagoon and the infamous "DH Production".With ElwoodRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

More staff stories! Recollections about Steve Brown, Borna and Brian Taylor. And a great story about how WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy almost got in big trouble.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

More memos from the desk of former WAPL Program Director Wayne Shayne as read by the WAPL airstaff. Some content NSFW.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Both WAPL-AM and WAPL-FM were associated with some interesting people over the years. Some great. Some not so great. These are their stories.Featuring David Lee, John Wanie, Rick McNeal and the current WAPL airstaff. Some audio courtesy of Mark Vieth and YouTube user Northeast Wisconsin Radio.Some content NSFW and may be offensive to some listeners.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

In the early rock years, the Red Neckerson feature was quite popular on WAPL-FM. Hear some of the episodes that aired on WAPL in the early-to-mid 80s.With Rick McNealRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Part Two of some of the best WAPL stories you may or may not have heard, including severe weather, station pranks and proper replacement of window treatments.Storytellers include Rick McNeal, David Lee, Randy Hawke, Cutter, John Jordan and Greg Bell.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

We talk about the history of the annual WAPL International Incident trip with former WAPL program director Joe Calgaro.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

In Episode #4, we talked to WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy about his time high above Appleton as he sat on a platform 30 feet above the Balliet Hotel. However due to time limitations, we couldn't get into everything about that event. In this episode (and on the event's 60th anniversary), you'll hear the most comprehensive account of Bob's time on the tower by the man himself!Featuring WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the "40 For 40" podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Not only did WAPL rock in the late 70s-early 80s but station apparel was a popular purchase across northeast Wisconsin. The WAPL "Lid Spots" were a creative and entertaining way to move product and you'll hear a number of the commercials the station ran during that time. BONUS: Find out which football great stopped by to make a purchase.With Rick McNealRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Part One of some of the best WAPL stories you may or may not have heard, including locked doors, alternative hiring practices and the infamous Mustang Ranch.Storytellers include Steve Brown, Joe Calgaro, Rick Panneck, Greg Bell, John Wanie and Roxanne Steele.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

What do you do when your long time quarterback joins a division rival? You host his funeral, of course.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Rick & Len return to WAPL and their familiar morning slot.With Greg Bell, Rick McNeal and Len Nelson.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

More insight of why Bob & Brian didn't work at WAPL. And we'll find out what Rick and Len were doing while all this was going on.With Rick McNeal and Len Nelson.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Rick and John were out and Bob and Brian were in as WAPL mornings took on a whole new sound.Featuring Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Greg Bell.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

The entire WAPL airstaff stuck at work for 72 hours straight? What could possibly go wrong?With John Jordan and CutterRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

The new century brought more changes to WAPL's management and morning show personnel.Featuring Greg Bell, Rick McNeal, John Jordan and Cutter.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Rick McNeal and John Jordan talk about their time on the show including their relationship with the area mayors and how WAPL dealt with what happened on 9/11.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

The staff changes continue in management and air staff. Mornings have a new face when Len Nelson leaves and John Jordan arrives.With Len Nelson and John Jordan.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

The early 90s were marked by a number of comings and goings at WAPL, airstaff and management alike.Featuring Greg Bell and Len Nelson.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Under new leadership and a change in airstaff, WAPL's success continued through the second half of the 80s.Featuring Greg Bell, Len Nelson and Rick McNeal.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Rick McNeal and Len Nelson reflect on some of the big events from the early days of their show including "TP for the PC", the "Touch Tom's Toup Tour" and what happened when the Berlin Wall came down. Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

A talk with Len Nelson about his early days at WAPL and with Rick McNeal on the morning show.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

More with Rick McNeal about his time during the original Nelson & McNeal morning show with Paul Nelson. Stories include Greg Koch and the bowling shirts and the very first Menasha St. Patrick's Day Parade.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

A new program director arrives as the Apple Corps disperses. Rick McNeal talks about that and his new job covering the morning slot.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

WAPL celebrates a royal birth and helps save a concert in peril.Featuring David Lee, John Wanie and Rick McNeal. Some content NSFW.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Part coach. Part general. Part motivational speaker. Program Director Wayne Shayne shaped 105.7 WAPL into a rock powerhouse in the early 80s.Featuring David Lee, John Wanie, Rick McNeal and the current WAPL airstaff. Some audio courtesy of Mark Vieth and YouTube user Northeast Wisconsin Radio.Some content NSFW and may be offensive to some listeners.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

WAPL-FM flips to rock and a new buyer brings improvements to the station, as well as the end WAPL-AM.

WAPL-FM goes live in 1965 with a different sound than you would hear today.Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the "40 For 40" podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

John Dixon takes over WAPL-AM and despite some obstacles expands the radio operation into the FM realm.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

During the mid-50s, WAPL-AM flourished under the ownership and progressive management philosophy of Connie Forster.Featuring WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Part Two of our interview with WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy. We'll talk of his dislike for Elvis, walking down the street in his underwear and how he ended on top of a tower for a month.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

We talk to WAPL-AM's Bob Bandy about his early career and the early days of WAPL-AM. Part one of two.Featuring Bob BandyRemember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

WAPL-AM signed on and brought Rock & Roll to NE Wisconsin with a solid crew of DJs ready to spin hot wax! Featuring WAPL's Steve Brown.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the "40 For 40" podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

Bartell Broadcasting lays the groundwork for a new NE Wisconsin radio station. Featuring WAPL veteran Steve Brown.Remember to subscribe to ensure you receive every episode of the series. The views and opinions expressed during the 40 For 40 podcast do not necessarily reflect those of WAPL-FM or Woodward Communications. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of WAPL.

We're getting ready to blow the lid off WAPL-FM's history. Here's what to expect.