First week on the radio

I have a face for radio and a voice for newspapers.  But I found myself taping TV and being on the radio last week. Life is funny like that.

I’m now the host of the Marshall Ramsey Show on SuperTalk Mississippi every afternoon from 3 until 6.  So far, the reaction (at least that I’ve heard) has been extremely positive.  I know it has changed how I operate my life.

I once prayed to become organized. As I get older, I’m convinced that God isn’t like a genie in a bottle — He doesn’t just grant wishes. He gives you  opportunities to achieve the things you seek.  My life is much busier now and trust me, I’m more organized.  Not by choice, but by necessity.  So I can now check that prayer request off. I’m more organized.

I’m learning the dynamics of putting on a good radio show.  I compare it to learning to drive a stick shift.  At first, you have to be conscious of every movement.  You grind a few gears and stall the engine a few times. But as time goes on, your subconscious takes over and you become smoother. I suspect my show will become like that, too.

I work with incredibly gifted people. Jim Thorne, my producer, is calm in a storm. I’m a storm. So I appreciate having him there to keep me out of the ditch. Andi Peterson has booked some fantastic guests for me.  Pat LaBlanc has shaped the sound of the show.  And I appreciate the advice I’ve gotten from the other two show hosts Paul Gallo and JT.

One week down, 51 more to go.   I listen to my cousin’s show and I marvel at how easy he makes it sound.  After a week, I know that it is more than just talent. It’s preparation.  And right now, I need to go prepare for today’s show.