Chachi Loves Everybody
Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind the scenes look on the myths and legends of the radio industry.
Ep. 53 Lyndsey Parker
EPISODE SUMMARY: Lyndsey Parker is a veteran music journalist who has held roles at Yahoo, SiriusXM, and Warner Music, and interviewed numerous artists. She shares her experiences meeting artists, hosting shows, writing articles, and immersing herself in pop culture.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Lyndsey Parker about:
Growing up as a valley girl in the San Fernando ValleyHer avant-garde clothing style and how her mom supported her expression growing upExploring the LA music scene and her early music influences including Duran Duran, The Monkees, and The Beatles and later MTVCreating a...Ep. 52 Stew Redwine
EPISODE SUMMARY: Stew Redwine is the VP of Creative Services at Oxford Road and host of the Ad Infinitum Podcast. He shares the tips and tricks he’s learned from years of experience creating audio and video advertisements and his thoughts on the future of podcasting.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Stew Redwine about:
Growing up in Kansas City and cold calling producers to build out his network and get involved in film productionsHaving kids and moving to LA for more on-set opportunitiesBeing in charge of an entire production for Sprint an...Ep. 51 Elaina Smith
EPISODE SUMMARY: Elaina Smith is the Gracie award-winning host of Nights with Elaina, heard on over 150 radio stations. She shares how she became a radio host, her transition from local radio to a syndicated national show, and the challenges and excitement that came with her career.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Elaina Smith about:
Getting started in entertainment through internships at Entertainment Tonight and The Insider and doing red carpets while attending SDSUStarting in radio by representing JACK-FM at events and then joining Chainsaw and Dave on-airGetting her name on the...Ep. 50 Paul Jacobs
EPISODE SUMMARY: Paul Jacobs, Vice President and General Manager of Jacobs Media, shares his journey in the radio industry and founding a consultancy with his brother Fred Jacobs. He discusses his success in programming and sales and his work championing radio's future.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Paul Jacobs about:
Growing up in Detroit and starting a bagel delivery business as a kidWorking with his brother for the first time at WRIFThe collaboration between programming and sales and how he rose through the station ranks from sales to gmJoining his brother...Ep. 49 Jeff Warshaw
EPISODE SUMMARY: Jeff Warshaw is the Founder and CEO of Connoisseur Media. He shares his incredible journey of building a radio empire, starting from purchasing his first radio station for $50,000 as a college sophomore to eventually selling his company for $258 million and going on to make many more amazing deals.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Jeff Warshaw about:
Growing up in a family involved in Christian radio stations and developing an early passion for radio and entrepreneurshipBuying his first radio station as a Sophomore at Wharton and building it from scratchHow...Ep. 48 Dennis Green
EPISODE SUMMARY: Dennis Green is a legendary radio exec who serves as the co-chairman of the Radio Hall of Fame and the COO for Key Networks and Sun and Fun Media. Dennis shares his journey and what he’s learned in the radio industry.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Dennis Green about:
Doing sportscasts at Indiana University for WIUS give play-by-play and color commentary for local sports in FloridaGetting his first gig at WGN in ChicagoLanding his first big sale with Enterprise while working for the Mid-Continent Conference Basketball networkTraveling four da...Ep. 47 ShoBoy
EPISODE SUMMARY: Edgar “ShoBoy” Sotelo is the owner/host of the only bicultural/bilingual Latino syndicated radio show that's heard Coast to Coast in America on 25 stations around the country. He has won the Marconi award for personality of the year and he has been awarded the Most Influential Leader Award by the US Senate. He shares his experience using his platform to celebrate Latino culture and make a difference in the community.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to ShoBoy about:
Being the surprise baby in the family and how his 2 older brothe...Ep. 46 Heather Cohen
EPISODE SUMMARY: Heather Cohen is the recently named president of the Weiss Agency, previously serving as EVP. She has been named to Radio Ink’s Most Influential Women in Radio 9 years in a row, is a recipient of the Talkers Magazine Judy Jarvis Award and many other honors. She shares what it’s like to represent incredible talent and the amazing friends, clients, mentors, and mentees she has met along the way.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Heather Cohen about:
Growing up in New York and developing a love for radio from...Ep. 45 Paul Anderson
EPISODE SUMMARY: Paul Anderson is the CEO of Workhouse media and he has experience representing major talents,Media producing podcasts, movies, and ad campaigns, as well as working in real estate and venture capital companies. Anderson discusses his multitude of business ventures and how he identifies and cultivates success in talented people and businesses.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Paul Anderson about:
Going to law school and working for the DOJ before representing media and tech companies in SeattleHow a chance encounter with Bob Rivers led him to working with radio...Ep. 44 Peter Smyth
EPISODE SUMMARY: Peter Smyth is a legendary leader in broadcasting and the former chairman and CEO of Greater Media. He currently sits on the board of WBUR in Boston and is president of the Hundred Club of MA. Smyth shares how his background in business and passion for people helped bring innovative ideas to the broadcast industry and his leadership advice. Special guest Jeff Smulyan also joins to discuss his friendship with Peter.
On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Peter Smyth about:
Growing up in Tarrytown outside of NYC with a passion...
