The morning duo of Bob Campbell and Wendy Gatlin took to the streets during the noon-hour Monday to protest their sudden firing last week from Majic 94.1FM (WTHZ). The firing occurred after "The Bob and Wendy Morning Show" signed off for the last time this past Friday. Campbell described the firing as a "cost-cutting move." (see blurb from Radio Online).Bob and Wendy held signs in an impromptu demonstration on W. Wendover Ave. near the Costco in Greensboro, saying "Honk for Bob & Wendy," "Radio Stimulus Here," and "Kids Hungry, Need Jobs." The demonstration attracted attention from passersby honking and on-air coverage from NBC-12 and News 14 Carolina.
Campbell attributes the firing to the decline in local ad revenues. He said ad sales among many local radio stations are down 40 percent.
The duo said they hope to be working again soon in some sort of capacity.
E.C. :)
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Nice to meet you today, Erik. Hope we talk again soon!
Wendy
Good luck to you both; keep us posted on where you both land next.
I miss Bob & Wendy in the morning. Please bring them back otherwise I am going to listen to 102.9 I love the music that is played on 94.1 because most of it is old British songs that I remember when I was young, and being British is great listening to oldies. Please bring Bob & Wendy Back. Jenny H from Concord NC USA
I miss Bob & Wendy in the morning also! Please bring them back!
Joan in Mint Hill, NC
IT IS NOT THE SAME WITHOUT THEM. BRING THEM BACK.
JOY CONCORD NC
I have listened to 94.1 every morning since it went on the air....until now. Like Joan said, I miss hearing them in the morning. Please bring these guys back!
Bob & Wendy fan in King, NC
I think it was stupid for them to take their protest to the streets. They should know that the radio business is one of worst businesses that is subject to change.
SEE YA'!!
Scott from Concord, NC
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