In Episode 12 of "The Station," hosts Rod & Gary reminisce about 3GL's prominence in the 1980s. They discuss the station's successful license renewal in 1984, highlighting its comprehensive application praised by the Broadcasting Tribunal. Former manager John Humphrey shares insights from the era, reflecting on 3GL's local impact.

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In this engaging episode of "The Station | Remembering 3GL", hosts Gary Newton and Rod McClure take listeners on a nostalgic journey through the 1980s, focusing on the fascinating career of John Humphrey, a notable radio personality. John shares his story of entering the radio industry as a teenager alongside his friend Peter Godden, with both harbouring dreams of working in radio. Their journey began at 3AK, where John worked in production and later supported Grantley Dee, a blind announcer.

John's radio career took off after a stint in the United States during his high school years, which enriched his passion for radio. Upon returning to Australia, he joined 3AK, eventually moving to 3BO in Bendigo and later to 4BH in Brisbane as a program manager. Despite initial successes, family considerations brought him back to Victoria, where he continued to thrive in the industry, eventually landing at 3GL in Geelong.

At 3GL, John, alongside Terry Taylor, played a pivotal role in modernising the station. They expanded the sales department, introduced innovative promotions like the Datsun Sunny car giveaway, and revamped the station’s programming to appeal to a broader audience. Their efforts included transitioning away from outdated segments like dog racing and introducing more dynamic content such as Top 40 radio, family fun days and beach discos, ultimately rebranding the station as "3GL on the West Coast."

John's anecdotes about his experiences, including working with well-known figures, navigating industry challenges, and the evolution of radio broadcasting, paint a vivid picture of the vibrant radio landscape of the 1980s. The episode is a heartfelt tribute to the golden era of radio and the people who shaped it.

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Episode 10 of "The Station | Remembering 3GL" with Rod & Gary commemorates the 50th anniversary of Australian radio station 3GL, Geelong highlighting key events from 1980, including new management and programming changes, promotional activities, and significant personnel additions. The episode features nostalgic reflections from past staff and acknowledges the support of sponsors and community engagement in 3GL's evolution.

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Let's know if you have questions or if there's something you would particularly like to know about regarding 3GL.

You can reach out to Rod and Gary by email with your comments - thestation3gl@gmail.com

With special thanks to Dean Gray & Geoff Brown for their tremendous support of this podcast.