Tag: Mike Missanelli

“I will have the ability to tell it like it is – win, lose, or draw. Can’t wait!”

Over the years, Johnson was encouraged by his colleagues to do more in the industry while his bosses discouraged him from trying new things. In fact, in 2004, both a boss and a co-worker told him that he would scare white people if he started hosting, as there were no Black radio hosts that were not former athletes at that time.

“I’m willing to stay until the week they’re eliminated, in case they make the playoffs.”

"I have always said that this city has the best fans ever," said Johnson, "why not do the best show ever?"

97.5 the Fanatic's Mike Missanelli announced he was leaving the afternoon show and listeners poured in with their reactions to the shocking news.