re: Flynn will co-host with Hester 7am-10am on 104.5

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People really like Flynn on the radio?

Man he is terrible to me.

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No most people who actually listen realize how bad this will be

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However, I truly kinda feel bad for him. He’s got this “character” or “persona” that, while I do believe is mostly genuine, has to be downright exhausting and miserable to maintain (think of the Whiskey and Wine shows). That’s kinda his schtick and listeners want to see him in that element. It’s gotta be demoralizing to always be “on” and “in character.”

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I remember like a year ago T-Bob went on this huge rant about how he hates his life because he doesn’t do anything meaningful and the masses see him (in his words) as a “fat drunk dancing idiot”. I think this was a Monday after W&W which makes sense Hopefully he can make some good stuff at Barstool and not be another southern idiot existing solely to ridicule a la Ben Mintz.

should have brought back CULLOTA

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However, I truly kinda feel bad for him. He’s got this “character” or “persona” that, while I do believe is mostly genuine, has to be downright exhausting and miserable to maintain (think of the Whiskey and Wine shows). That’s kinda his schtick and listeners want to see him in that element. It’s gotta be demoralizing to always be “on” and “in character.”

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remember like a year ago T-Bob went on this huge rant about how he hates his life because he doesn’t do anything meaningful and the masses see him (in his words) as a “fat drunk dancing idiot”. I think this was a Monday after W&W which makes sense Hopefully he can make some good stuff at Barstool and not be another southern idiot existing solely to ridicule a la Ben Mintz

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Man, I remember exactly what you're talking about - and that was somewhat the point of my original post. I think a lot of his "radio persona" is true to form, but it may embellished some. That said, he's viewed as this jolly, loud, boisterous, drunken caricature ... when people see T Bob, that's what they expect and/or want to see. That's what I meant by the feeling somewhat bad for him. I don't know him personally, and I don't think that's true (the perception of him). I found him to be pretty funny, engaging, well rounded and sharp.

It had to be exhausting in BR where everyone knows everyone and having to maintain or keep that identity up. I'm not implying that it's "fake," maybe it's just exaggerated a little. Maybe it'll die down some in Chicago where his connections won't be as extensive.

That said, I'm happy for him and this is not a lateral move. This is a move you have to take the shot. If it doesn't work out or if he hates it, he at least took the chance. Sucks for me because I've tried listening to Barstool in the past and it just wasn't for me. The major stations...I just can't get into. I need more "LSU" or "Louisiana" specific talk. I'll miss him on 104.5 and with Mascona on Whiskey and Wine.

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I mean this in the most positive way I can, but if you knew T-Bob in person you would know there is absolutely no schtick to him. He is a great, genuine human and what you see is him. He’s not for everyone, but who is?

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See the bolded parts of my original post, below, and see my post immediately above this one.

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T Bob is pretty polarizing. I’m a fan of him as he brings more broader entertainment to the shows as I’m not solely interested in sports talk breaking down Xs and 0s, 11 personnel, etc. That said, I understand how and why people feel he’s aggravating.

However, I truly kinda feel bad for him. He’s got this “character” or “persona” that, while I do believe is mostly genuine, has to be downright exhausting and miserable to maintain (think of the Whiskey and Wine shows). That’s kinda his schtick and listeners want to see him in that element. It’s gotta be demoralizing to always be “on” and “in character.”

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Flynn is an upgrade so I’m glad he took the gig!

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Whiskey and Wine

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Hadn’t even thought about that. Is Moscona going to replace him?

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. I’m a fan of him as he brings more broader entertainment to the shows as I’m not solely interested in sports talk breaking down Xs and 0s, 11 personnel, etc. That said, I understand how and why people feel he’s aggravating.

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This is how I feel too. I like his random rants and takes on OTB. always watched Whiskey and Wine after games. But he could be annoying sometimes too

Little late here but what’s the rants thoughts on Flynn?

He’s an LSU legend and a noted Texan. Much in common with many of the the fan base.