Harvey Stauffermore info The Blues Revue Host Harvey, affectionately known as "Ole Harv", came to WVPE in October, 1983 in a peculiar way. After being asked to fill in as host of one of the station's radio shows, something clicked, and Ole Harv's been on the air since. He has received honorary recognition from the city of South Bend, The Blues Foundation, and the South Bend Firefighters for his long-time work 'testifying to the blues'. Before coming to radio, Harvey worked for years as a railroad track maintenance man for Conrail, a job he continued until 1992. In 1999, he joined the maintenance crew at the St. Joseph County Parks, a job he continues to hold today. Ole Harv is married and a father of four.
Birthdate: May 15 Hometown: Chicago, IL Favorite WVPE Program(s): The Blues Revue, Car Talk, Jazz By The Border Favorite Hobbies: Elwood Splinters Blues Band Favorite Food: Breakfast, Riblets, Meatloaf Favorite Music Artists/Groups: Muddy Waters, Albert Collins, Rod Piazza and the Mighty Flyers, Little Charlie & the Nightcats, Jimmy Thackery, Michael Burks, B.B. King Favorite Movie(s): National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Nutty Professor, Midnight Express Favorite Websites:http://www.bluebeatmusic.com/, http://www.blueslyrics.com/, WVPE’s Blues page Favorite Possession: Blues photos and CDs, Elwood – Jake – Sadie (dogs) Pet Peeves: Dead air, Mean-spirited people If I wasn’t in radio, I’d be: Just a plain ole hard-workin’ man.
Michael Linvillemore info Morning Edition Host Michael came to WVPE in August, 2003 from BWI Newstalk Radio in Brainerd, Minnesota where he served as Morning Host. Prior to that, he worked as an associate producer for KFAN Radio in Minneapolis. Before his radio career began, Michael was employed as a home restoration carpenter and as a canoe guide in Minnesota. He holds a B.A. degree in Sociology/Psychology from the University of Iowa. In 2004, Michael won a Community Impact Award from The Associated Press for his report of The Food Bank of Northern Indiana. He is a devout Chicago Cubs fan and 2004 Paddlefest celebrity canoeing champion.
Birthdate: February 8 Hometown: Cincinnati, OH Favorite WVPE Program(s): Talk Of The Nation, This American Life Favorite Hobbies: Reading, Canoeing, Fishing Favorite Food: Steak and Potatoes Favorite Music Artists/Groups: Bob Dylan, Marvin Gaye, Van Morrison, Miles Davis Favorite Movie(s): Harold & Maude, Annie Hall Favorite Possession: Grandfather’s Toolbox If I wasn’t in radio, I’d be: Living in the woods
Lee Burdorfmore info Program Director "Jazz By The Border" Host Lee is a 30+ year veteran of broadcasting and brings a wealth of experience to WVPE. Prior to WVPE, Lee served as a talk show host and vice president of programming for the RTV Radio Network, sportstalk host for WWWE in Cleveland, Ohio and for WGNU in St. Louis, MO. He holds a Business degree from Emporia State University and even worked as a rock singer and a ranch hand in earlier days! Lee holds the distinction of being the first “National Sportstalk” host and being a play-by-play announcer for four major colleges and two minor league baseball teams. He has also won several news awards over the years and has been recognized as one of top 30 Public Radio Program Directors by Audigraphics. Lee has one daughter, Jacqueline, and two cats.
Birthdate: February 17 Hometown: Emporia, KS Favorite WVPE Program: The Next Big Thing Favorite Hobbies: Reading, Music Favorite Food: Kansas BBQ or steak Favorite Music Artist: Bob James Favorite Movie: 2001: A Space Odyssey Favorite Websites:http://www.sportsline.com/, http://www.jazztimes.com/ Favorite Possession: My jazz collection of CDs and LPs Pet Peeves: Political correctness, cautious people If I wasn’t in radio, I’d be: Playing music
Al Kniolamore info The Back Porch Co-Host Al’s love for folk music led to his co-hosting duty with Norm Mast on “The Back Porch” in 1995. It was a unique opportunity to help build a folk music following in Michiana. Since then, Al has also served as a weekly host of “open mic night” at Fiddler’s Hearth in South Bend, and he occasionally performs his own blend of music at local gatherings as well. When not on the air, Al’s “other job” is as President of Midwest Market Research in South Bend. He is a member of South Bend Downtown Rotary Club, St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, and he is a former President of the Michiana Chapter of the American Marketing Association. Al holds degrees in both Psychology and Business.
Birthdate: July 5 Hometown: Michigan City, IN Favorite WVPE Program: The Back Porch, Car Talk Favorite Hobbies: Listening to music and performing at local venues Favorite Food: Mexican Favorite Music Artist: Too many to list Favorite Movie: Too many to list Favorite Websites:http://www.wvpe.org/, http://www.google.com/ Favorite Possession: My 1967 Epiphone guitar, my 1973 MGB If I wasn’t in radio, I’d: Own a market research business.
Norm Mast The Back Porch Co-Host After performing some volunteer work at WVPE, Norm inquired about hosting the station's folk show. As luck would have it, a host was leaving in a short time, and Norm stepped into the position. In his youth, Norm listened to a little of everything, but soon realized his affinity for acoustic music and eventually Bluegrass. Now, after many years, his Bluegrass tastes range from the pure acoustic to contemporary. When he's not busy at his day job or being with one of his children, Norm is often active on the local music scene and at national Folk and Bluegrass conferences. He continually strives to bring his listeners the latest releases along with LIVE acts on The Back Porch, hosting the show on the 1st, 3rd & 5th (when there are 5) Sundays of each month.
Bob Meachammore info Weekend Host Bob came to WVPE in May 2002, but his experience in local broadcasting dates back to the early 1970's when he worked on the production crews of both WSBT-TV and WNIT-TV. Bob was one of 88.1 WVPE's volunteer announcers in the late 1970's, and in the mid 1980’s, he took his first paid radio announcing job at WHME-FM. Since 1988, Bob has worked also in the printing industry, first as Director of Production for SSG LaserWorks and currently as Electronic Publishing Supervisor for Mossberg and Company. Bob is a South Bend native and a graduate of Indiana University with a Telecommunications degree. He is also a Volunteer Leader for the Boy Scouts of America and has earned several scouting awards over the years. Bob has one son, Jason.
Birthdate: October 19 Hometown: South Bend Favorite WVPE Programs: LeShow, This American Life Favorite Hobbies: Photography, Movies, Graphic Design, Home Improvement Projects Favorite Food: Grilled Salmon with wild rice and a really good wine Favorite Music Artists/Groups: Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, Fountains of Wayne Favorite Movie: What Dreams May Come, American Beauty, Citizen Kane Favorite Websites:http://www.macintouch.com/, http://www.apple.com/, http://www.prairiehome.org/, www.panoguide.com/gallery Favorite Possessions: My iMac and iPod Pet Peeves: Waiting for trains, litter If I wasn’t in radio, I’d be: Pounding nails
