Hey, I’m the “new guy” here at 100.5 The River. We’ll get to hang out for part of your workday and the drive home while you’re listening to Today’s Best Mix without the rap. Some people asked “why would you move HERE?” when I started. I answer that question with disbelief and realize that people in GR simply don’t realize what a great city they have. Grand Rapids is just a fantastic city. The people, the downtown, the festivals, the philanthropy of our ‘famous families’ … the list goes on and on. The VIBE of this city is just incredible. Those who say “why would you move HERE?” clearly don’t realize how crappy most other similar sized cities are compared to GR. We moved here from the vibrant and clean city (#sarcasm) of Toledo, OH where I was the Operations Manager for six radio stations. Before that, I was on-air or programming stations in Philadelphia, New York City, Milwaukee, Madison, Cedar Rapids (Iowa) and Waterloo (Iowa). My wife and I met in Madison and were married four days after 9/11. We have two “furry kids” named Ollie (yellow lab/bassett/corgi) and Chester (bassett). I’m also the Program Director for Channel 95-7 and 100.5 The River, so if you have any comments, suggestions or complaints (I welcome compliments, too), just email or call me!
Tom Cook
These Are Not Your Dad’s Versions of ‘Jingle Bells’ [Video]
We've been playing Christmas music on Greatest Hits 98.7 WFGR's sister station, 100.5 The River, since Nov. 2.
In addition to my gig as mid-day host on 98.7 WFGR, I am also our operations manager. Part of my job is helping schedule the music for WFGR and 100.5 The River.
So, yes, I have gotten to know my Christmas songs well, very well. And I can tell you this: A couple of new videos of "Jing
Ebola, Minecraft, ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, Flappy Bird top Yahoo Searches, Obsessions
Yahoo has released its top searches for 2014, and Ebola tops the list.
This year’s top searches on Yahoo included a national obsession, an international health crisis and some favorite women stars.
Yes, there are other search engines other than Google.
NASA’s Orion Mission Managers Tap Friday Launch Attempt
For all the space junkies out there: The first flight test of Orion, NASA's next-generation spacecraft capable of sending astronauts on future missions to an asteroid and the journey to Mars, has been rescheduled.
Most Popular Baby Names Are Liam and Charlotte
We can thank entertainment for giving us the most popular baby names of the year, with Liam and Charlotte topping the charts for the third year in a row, BabyNames.com announced today.
Sam Smith, Big Sean Added to Performers on CBS’ ‘A Very Grammy Christmas’
Singer-songwriter Sam Smith and hip-hop artist Big Sean are the latest performers announced for "A Very Grammy Christmas."
Two-time Grammy Award winner LL Cool J is hosting the one-hour special, which includes performances of holiday songs and current pop hits along with holiday and Grammy memories. The show airs 9 p.m. EST Friday (Dec. 5) on CBS.
‘Peter Pan Live!’ Airs Live on NBC on Thursday Night [Video]
Prepare for some fairy dust to be sprinkled your way on Thursday night.
NBC presents "Peter Pan Live!", which airs from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. EST.
What’s in a Holiday Name? Just Ask Holly and Frankenmuth
Holiday-sounding names and locations.
They stick with us, especially this time of year.
Material Girl: Madonna Tops List of World’s Richest Recording Artists
Pop music icon Madonna was atop a list released today by Wealth-X of the world's top 10 richest recording artists.
The 56-year-old Michigan native, who now lives in the United Kingdom, has a net worth of $800 million to rank ahead of British rock-and-roll legend Paul McCartney.
Tom Cook’s Workday Dog Break – Dog Sings Along To ‘You Raise Me Up’ [Video]
I haven't done a workday dog break in a while, but I came across this video and knew I had to share it. I've heard dogs "sing" before, but never like this little guy right here. It seems he may actually know the words to Josh Groban's "You Raise Me Up"!
Cannonsburg Ski Area Opening Today for Remainder of Thanksgiving Weekend
It's time to strap them on and hit the slopes for skiing and snowboarding!
Cannonsburg Ski Area is opening to the public this today at 10 a.m.
Jennifer Hudson and Earth, Wind & Fire Part of CBS’ ‘A Home For the Holidays’
Jennifer Hudson has landed a Christmas gig.
The Chicago singer has been tapped to perform for the CBS special "A Home for the Holidays."
Meghan Trainor Does Title Track for Epic Records’ First Holiday EP ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas’
Epic Records will unwrap its first holiday EP "I'll Be Home For Christmas" on Monday (Nov. 24) via Walmart, iTunes and other digital outlets.
Epic Records Chairman and CEO L.A. Reid curated the track listing, which includes songs from Meghan Trainor, Fiona Apple, Fifth Harmony, Tamar Braxton, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson and A Great Big World.