So, as it turns out, I'm not a very good blogger. I'm a talker. That is why I've been hosting radio shows since I was 18 years old. The radio business is very tough. I've had a great time working for major broadcast corporations the past several years.
I've traveled to the Indy 500, the X Games and many other cool and not so cool places. I'm sure I would never have done that on my own (the X Games). One day, I'll tell the stories associated with the X-Games, but not today. Recently, I traveled to Pomona, CA for the NHRA Winternationals, since then, I've already been back to the track for the Gatornationals this past weekend. But the Pomona trip was something special.
Forget the fact that I was going to the birth place of Drag Racing. That goes without saying. I was going there to broadcast, not for some large corporation, but for myself. It was a great feeling. That feeling is the reason I do this job.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
WFO Radio
WFO Radio is up, running and ready to roll. Check out our special coverage from the 50th NHRA Winternationals. Friday 3-5 PM ET and Saturday 1-3 PM ET. The top stars of the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series will be stopping by.
http://wforadio.com/
http://wforadio.com/
Monday, August 24, 2009
Back From the Dead
I'm back! I know, it has been awhile. I have been working on a new radio project, SoFloRadio.com. A group of collegues from a former radio station have started an internet radio station. I host The Joe Castello Show each morning from 10am-12pm. The show replays during the day at 3pm and 8pm ET. The Joe Castello Show is also available on iTunes.
This project is unique because I'm not limited by anything. There is no FCC control(even though I don't curse, yet) and no subject I must stick too. The show covers politics, issues, sports and pretty much anything I feel like talking about. It is all about idea exchange.
This show will also be the stepping stone for another project that is soon to be announced. So, if you are a racing fan who used to listen to my show, Power Shift on XM Satellite Radio, stay tuned. My next project might interest you.
This project is unique because I'm not limited by anything. There is no FCC control(even though I don't curse, yet) and no subject I must stick too. The show covers politics, issues, sports and pretty much anything I feel like talking about. It is all about idea exchange.
This show will also be the stepping stone for another project that is soon to be announced. So, if you are a racing fan who used to listen to my show, Power Shift on XM Satellite Radio, stay tuned. My next project might interest you.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Extras
The Kyle Busch vs. Tony Stewart finish at Daytona was everything fans had hoped for. Two stars battling to the checkered flag with one crossing the stripe like Stroker Ace. Afterwards, the main discussion was; how can we prevent this from happening? Answer: You don't! That is the type of finish that every Hollywood film about racing has sought to create. NASCAR must continue to strive to make the cars safer but not at the expense of great finishes. Saturday's result proves you can have both.
It would have been nice to hear Kyle's perspective on his final move. Hopefully, he will eventually get comfortable enough to speak his mind without putting himself in jeopardy. Until that happens, NASCAR fans will have to be happy with only half of the story.
Ralph Shaheen
Motor sports veteran, Ralph Shaheen did well in his first full week on TNT. While the circumstances are mysterious, he handled himself like a professional.
New Venture
Check out my new site JoeCastello.com The site will be the new home for "The Joe Castello Show". This new show will be different from my racing specific shows, covering all subject matter, including racing. It is available in 20-30 minute podcasts that are available for free on itunes.
It would have been nice to hear Kyle's perspective on his final move. Hopefully, he will eventually get comfortable enough to speak his mind without putting himself in jeopardy. Until that happens, NASCAR fans will have to be happy with only half of the story.
Ralph Shaheen
Motor sports veteran, Ralph Shaheen did well in his first full week on TNT. While the circumstances are mysterious, he handled himself like a professional.
New Venture
Check out my new site JoeCastello.com The site will be the new home for "The Joe Castello Show". This new show will be different from my racing specific shows, covering all subject matter, including racing. It is available in 20-30 minute podcasts that are available for free on itunes.
Monday, June 22, 2009
The King!
Congratulations to Richard Petty for making it back to victory lane! There is only one “King” and his team is winning again in NASCAR’s Cup Series.
The win is the first for Petty since 1999 with John Andretti (Martinsville, spring). These stories only happen, well, once a decade. I would have liked to hear the broadcast team make Petty more of the story. His name was mentioned a few times but not in a way that explained Petty’s struggles over the past decade. Richard Petty is NASCAR’s icon. He is our greatest driver and greatest representative and now he is winning again. This should have been the number one story for the final ten laps. Even a comparison of NASCAR, old and new, as NASCAR’s newest team owner, Tony Stewart tried to win himself. The double file restarts were great, but the human element is always the best story.
NASCAR is working to make changes in the sport to generate interest. But, missed opportunities like the Petty’s first win of the Century will continue to hold the sport back.
The win is the first for Petty since 1999 with John Andretti (Martinsville, spring). These stories only happen, well, once a decade. I would have liked to hear the broadcast team make Petty more of the story. His name was mentioned a few times but not in a way that explained Petty’s struggles over the past decade. Richard Petty is NASCAR’s icon. He is our greatest driver and greatest representative and now he is winning again. This should have been the number one story for the final ten laps. Even a comparison of NASCAR, old and new, as NASCAR’s newest team owner, Tony Stewart tried to win himself. The double file restarts were great, but the human element is always the best story.
NASCAR is working to make changes in the sport to generate interest. But, missed opportunities like the Petty’s first win of the Century will continue to hold the sport back.
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