So long Tom
Today we say farewell to a valued member of the 680 morning show team. But Tom Young, our technical producer, is staying in the family by going to work with the Blue Jays broadcasts on the Fan 590. It’s a tremendous opportunity for him. First stop: Dunedin, for training camp.
Tom is the guy who makes virtually all of the sound you hear in the morning show happen. That’s everything from the guy at the top of the hour who says “THIS IS 680 NEWS!” to the reporters to music to … you name it. If you could stop and just listen for sound bits, you’d appreciate how much he has to do.
Just to give you an indication of a fraction of what it takes to do the job successfully, some of those “sounds” are put on air via wee buttons that are very close to each other on a very small box. In other words, it would be very easy to strike the wrong one. Tom rarely ever made a mistake.
Tom has also been the one who keeps us in line! Hard to imagine (she says sarcastically!) but Paul and I are sometimes given to little fits of giggles and off-topic conversations. Tom has had to be rather forceful with us sometimes to catch our attention! He’s persistent, patient, organized, and immensely tolerant! All qualities that will work well for him in his new life, with all of the traveling he will be doing with the Jays.
Tom, you’ve been witness to our highs and lows and dark humour and everything in between and you’ve lived to tell the tale!
Good luck in your dream job. You’ll be missed!
February 8th, 2008 at 5:22 pm
I just wanted to say how much I enjoy listening to you and Paul in the morning. Part of that is due to the sense of humour that you both have. If I’m on my way to work Monday morning with the “blahs” , it’s therapeutic to have a laugh , helps to start the morning on a good note. I know there needs to be a balance but please keep having fun!
February 11th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
I worked with Tom for many years as Morning Show Editor– and can attest to his professionalism. His gentle nature worked perfectly with a high energy team and his systems made the show seamless.
All the best to you Tom in your new “dream job!” Enjoy Spring training, we’ll all be envious!
February 11th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
dittos bob lewis…it wont be the same but I know 680 will find someone great to replace Tom but will have big shoes to fill
February 27th, 2008 at 11:21 am
I actually met Tom when I was starting in journalism in the early 70s. He was I believe a talk show host at a Sarnia radio station and was on hand for a memorable election campaign talk show with guest Robert Stanfield!!
Enjoy the Blue Jays beat!! You’ve earned it!!