The Monsters in the Morning
The Monsters in the Morning is a morning talk radio show that is broadcast on WTKS-FM Real Radio in Orlando, Florida and simulcast on the iHeartRadio mobile app. The show's current staff consists of Russ Rollins, Carlos, Angel, Ryan, Angelique and Savannah the Queen of Gators. The Monsters in the Morning' format features a mix of current events, comedy, and stunts. Guests include comedians visiting the local Improv comedy club, local celebrities, and sometimes national celebrities. Stunts have involved, skywriting, hanging a Monsters banner on a local eyesore.
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| Country of origin | United States |
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| Language(s) | English |
| Home station | WTKS-FM Real Radio |
| TV adaptations | YouTube Live Stream (Weekday mornings only) |
| Starring | Russ Rollins, Angel, Ryan Holmes and Carlos Navarro |
| Recording studio | Orlando, Florida |
| Audio format | Speech |
History
The show was renamed several times before receiving the final title of The Monsters in the Morning. Attempts were made to simulcast the show in several other Florida markets but were unsuccessful. It was eventually canceled in all other radio markets, bringing them back to local radio status. WXTB in Tampa Bay ended simulcasts of the show in favor of local programming.[1]
Following the sale of Clear Channel's stake in Sirius XM Radio, the show ended its simulcast over XM Satellite Radio on October 18, 2013. The Monsters in the Morning most recently aired on Extreme Talk (XM channel 243), a channel now only available online via iHeartRadio.[2]
The show received national attention when host Russ Rollins was served with divorce papers while on the air. It appeared that he had staged the timing of the service so he would be on the air. His wife subsequently sued him for defamation as the result of his remarks.[3]
Segments
- Monster Sports - Angel breaks down the sports stories from the week.
- To The Top - Carlos does a comedic motivational segment.
- RRR Trivia - A segment where Russ asks the callers a trivia question for prizes.
- King of Denmark - Ryan Holmes makes a comedic daily proclamation.
Current Cast members
- RRR - Russ Ray Rollins
- Carlos - Carlos_Navarro_(actor)
- DJ Angel of Boom - Angel Rivera
- Comedian Ryan Holmes
- The blatant rip off of the Howard Stern Show
References
- "WXTB Cuts "Monsters" Morning Show". FMQB. January 3, 2005.
- Venta, Lance (August 2, 2013). "Clear Channel Sells SiriusXM Stake; Stations To Leave Service". RadioInsight.com. Radio Insight. Retrieved January 3, 2014.
With the sale all but two of the Clear Channel programmed stations will depart the XM service... Departing are... Extreme Talk (home of Todd Schnitt, Artie Lange and WTKS Orlando programming)...
- Venta, Lance (October 15, 2013). "SiriusXM Adjusting Lineup: Z100/KIIS-FM Come To Sirius". RadioInsight.com. Radio Insight. Retrieved January 3, 2014.
SiriusXM will make some adjustments to its channel lineup on Friday, October 18.
- Venta, Lance (October 15, 2013). "SiriusXM Adjusting Lineup: Z100/KIIS-FM Come To Sirius". RadioInsight.com. Radio Insight. Retrieved January 3, 2014.
