[71] The book tries to find out who really are the best players and teams of all time and the answers to some of the greatest "What ifs?" If ever there was a person who needed a hug from Angi Bruss, it was Bill Simonson. And friendliness, friendliness at the door well, thats critical.. Its a budding empire. He can be in a hundred places at once. But Frank Cavens years in the bar business had, more than anything else, taught him resiliency. [55] Simmons's multimedia deal with the network continued, and he announced there were plans for future projects at HBO. Its time Michigan Sports Network | 2023 All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy. Helen Simonson has lived in America for over twenty years. Around them were ashes and blackened rubble. [21] Bill eventually finds and joins Canadian superhero team Omega Flight against the supervillain team the Wrecking Crew, who release the Bill Simonson is 61 years old today because Bill's birthday is on 04/27/1961. People in the trade say there is no one who can put a bar together faster than Frank Caven and this was a supreme challenge. Thu, 8/31. His show is all about Huge opinions and big-name guests. Its as if theyre deaf to the thudding music and blind to the staccato lights, the swirling mass on the dance floor, the general frenzy of this jammed disco. Theyll soon be opening another disco on Cedar Springs, near Magnolias. ", Simonson posted on Facebook that Schuiling "wanted someone to have sex with my daughter and have online blogger Jeff Moss write about it," and "These are my fricking children! The joint was called The Woodstock. Live music in general is fading at an alarming rate. Release Calendar DVD & Blu-ray Releases Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets In Theaters Coming Soon Movie News India Movie Spotlight. [92] In May 2008, Simmons was embroiled in a dispute with management at ESPN.com. Added to Roster Saturday, Oct 23, 2021. I'm probably a ten minute ride down Craig from there. [106], Simmons is married to Kari Simmons (ne Crichton),[14] mentioned only as "The Sports Gal" in his columns. Thats why Franks places work., Caven offers his own basic philosophy of disco success: Good drinks, good sound, cleanliness, and friendliness in that order. The Old Plantation, backing up his words, does pour solid drinks; it also pours them cheap. Fourth row, $17. Thats what makes the gay bar business so closely competitive and comparative. would put up the money to start a bar in El Paso. They are indeed. [5] Frank Caven and Charley Hott wouldnt have it any other way. Host of the Saturday Night Huge Show on CBS SportsRadio, Bill has also voiced NFL Blitz video games, was play-by-play for the XFL Chicago Enforcers, and was the football voice in the Kurt Russell movie, Touchback. Personal details about Bill include: political affiliation is currently a registered Democrat; ethnicity is unknown; and religious views are listed as unknown. In 1961 Juke became co-host of Talk of the Town, a daily two-hour call-in program developed by Bill Gargano in 1959. [61] On February 5, 2020, Simmons announced that Spotify was buying The Ringer for approximately $200 million,[62] with Daniel Ek describing The Ringer as "the new ESPN. There was dancing, but it was more of a mingling bar. Huge IS Michigans afternoon sports host, having been at the helm of The Huge Show for nearly two decades. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I almost drove off the road. Zane, meanwhile, said he was called Friday shortly after his show to be told he had been fired. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. When asked by the editors of Deadspin why he had not written a new column in over two weeks, he said that he was writing less because he loved writing his column and believed that he and ESPN had come to an agreement "on creative lines, media criticism rules, the promotion of the column and everything else on ESPN.com" but within a few months all of those things changed. They took one last look around, smiled at each other, and left. The fire marshals inspectors subsequently ruled it arson. How much did Bill Simpson weigh when playing? Schuiling.". The more friendly it is, the longer people want to stay. This, they are fond of saying, is strictly a business. That business has become a big one. I want fresh paint, I want all light bulbs on, I want plenty of toilet paper. Therefore, I am confident that we will resolve this quickly, because my competitor will not want the light of truth to be directed toward his conduct. Besides, they knew their clientele. This isn't Open Mic Night. None. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. LANSING - A feud between two Michigan sports radio talk show hosts has made its way to court. Twelve years ago, Frank was selling used cars in El Paso; Charley was selling corny dogs in the Cotton Bowl. The predominance is still gay, but, particularly on weekends, the mix is moving toward 50-50. It would, they figured, take up the slack left by the sagging Bayou Landing. Love the Cannery! Bill Simonson, a longtime Michigan sports personality known for "The Huge Show," will move to a new radio network following an announcement Friday that gutted the local sports crew at Grand. After the battle, Bill began to feel guilt over his victory, now feeling that Mjolnir was Thor's by right. [90] Simmons later clarified that the expletive was a joke and not a personal attack, and that he was simply indicating his preference for Herb Jones as a candidate for the All-Rookie team. [54] It was cancelled in November 2016. [77][82][83] This led to Thomas threatening Simmons on Stephen A. Smith's radio show in early 2006, saying that there would be "trouble" if they ever met in the street. Walter Simonson (born September 2, 1946) is an American comic book writer and artist, best known for a run on Marvel Comics ' Thor from 1983 to 1987, during which he created the character Beta Ray Bill. 7:00 PM. Judge William Collette has not yet ruled on Schuiling's request for a temporary restraining order, although a court hearing is set for Tuesday in Ingham County Circuit Court. Plays: Football; Class Year: Sophomore 2025: Teams: Varsity Football #68 G. Recent Football Games. As for cleanliness, its a Caven fetish. [21] Becoming one of the most popular columnists on the site,[29] Simmons was given his own section of ESPN.com's Page 2, which helped both himself and Page 2 gain widespread popularity. This is the same Ryan Schuiling who's preaching about sex violence on the MSU campus. They had no choice: They turned, kicked through the ashes, and went back to work. Here in Portlandia I'm lucky to have many samish venue theaters (less than 2000) and a couple of clubs that get touring great bands that aren't famous. "[35] The series premiered on October 6, 2009, with "King's Ransom" directed by Peter Berg. He wears baggy trousers and a rumpled short-sleeved cotton- sport shirt. If Campbell was a leader and a man of the highest character, wouldn't he turn down the Lions and honor his duty to this country? [100][101][102][103][104], On May 8, 2015, ESPN president John Skipper announced[105] that the sports media conglomerate would not be renewing Simmons's contract, which was set to expire in September 2015. I talked with Rex Hoggard of the Golf Channel about the crazy controversy swirling around Phil Mickelson. He was suspended for two weeks from Twitter, though he was still allowed to post tweets about his ongoing book tour. which became one of the most e-mailed articles on the site that year. The bars were nearly complete, all the equipment installed; the big dance floor was laid in the disco. Where was Bill Simpson born? Anyway, he never really caught on here, thank Gary England, and eventually moved on to Tulsa, where he ended up getting fired for making racist statements about John Blake. Ray Wylie Hubbard pretty much sums it up. The Village Station, as its tentatively named, will be smaller than the OP, but more sophisticated in decor, lights, and sound. The place was looking good. Anyway, he never really caught on here, thank Gary England, and eventually moved on to Tulsa, where he ended up getting fired for making racist statements about John Blake. Sometimes Bill goes by various nicknames including Bill H Simonson, William H Simonson, Willia Simonson, William Simonson and William H Simonson. [99], On September 24, 2014, ESPN suspended Simmons for three weeks for criticizing NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's handling of the Ray Rice domestic violence case. There have been, in the past, stringent ID checks at the OP door, partly to cut down on the date clientele (a woman with a date often doesnt carry her purse; thus, no ID). It wont be on WBBL, but rather on WJRW (1340-AM) in Grand Rapids and WKLQ (1490-AM) in Muskegon, with plans to quickly expand. Sad news. Now, the worst had happened. Schuiling's lawsuit was accompanied by a request for a temporary restraining order, which would prevent Simonson and Cumulus Media from defaming, making false allegations or "acting in any manner" that could damage Schuiling's reputation or lead to unfavorable publicity. Bill Simonson is a 27-year veteran of the sports radio, having hosted the Huge Show in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Austin, Chicago, and for the last 18 years on the Huge Radio Network in Michigan. All rights reserved (About Us). You have the opportunity to share your opinion, but you better bring your A-game if you're going to call in to The HUGE Show. The Huge Show website listed 12 affiliates across Michigan that air is show. Tight security was maintained. In Dallas, the owners of the Bayou Landing were experiencing legal difficulties. Suite 2100 You can review our privacy policy to find out more about the cookies we use. Dallas has become one of the most attractive cities in the country for gay professionals, and its center is the World Trade Center and the huge market and fashion trade here. Instead, he saw something else. Disco is here for a while. That was fifty bars ago. Schuiling, who used to work for Cumulus Media, claims Simonson's "numerous false statements" were a violation of a non-disparagement clause in a non-compete agreement Schuiling signed with the station in August 2015, about a month after his employment with the company ended. He made Jim Traber look humble. It was built for, and caters to, the gay community, but straights have discovered it in increasing numbers. I saw the yardbirds a couple years ago. "[65] Critics noted that Simmons employed his nephew as a producer and had created a podcast for his teenage daughter. The building was perfect. At The Ringer, he hosts The Bill Simmons Podcast. The Vaughan brothers, Freddie King and others were regulars, Led Zeppelin, Crosby, Stills and Nash to mention a few and many others came to Ma Blues just to hang out, jam and party. Actually, there will be a lot of growth.. He fidgets with a bar straw and sips occasionally at his whiskey sour, orange slice and cherry clinging to the glass rim. Reverb pedal that doesn't color or cover your tone. [citation needed], Simmons was born on September 25, 1969, to William Simmons and Jan Corbo. I dont. From there he moved on to Chicago, where he got beat up outside of Comiskey Park, and then I lost track of him until a few weeks ago, when I heard him on a syndicated Sunday program on the Sports Animal. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. However, she was born in England, and when she was a teenager, her family achieved the English dream - to move to a house in the . co-owner / manager at All Seasons Travel Fremont. Ten years later, a G.I., one of thousands who had bought a Caven car, came to him with a proposition: If Frank (who had state residency) would secure a liquor license, the G.I. [93], A month before the feud erupted, Simmons was scheduled to interview then-senator Barack Obama for a podcast. [19] For the first 18 months, Simmons would send it to about 100 people, until it became available on the web in November 1998. It was among the first to catch the disco wave and has ridden it further than anyone. [11] ", "Isiah Thomas. [29] In May 2010, it was reported that Simmons and ESPN came to an agreement on a new contract, although no official announcement was made on the terms.[43]. "[75] He claims that he believed his job was not to get into the heads of the players, but into the heads of his readers,[76] and to do so by updating frequently and being provocative, and get a discussion going with his readers. This story is about two aliens from outer space - Captain Itt and Co-pilot Ott - who live on the planet Torres. Some weeks after the opening, a man fell through a false ceiling in the building. At The Ringer, Simmons serves as CEO, writing less than during his previous endeavors. In 2007, Simmons and Connor Schell[34] conceived the idea for 30 for 30, a series of 30 documentaries commemorating the 30th year of the "ESPN era. "[63] Simmons stated that The Ringer will maintain content and editorial independence.[64]. Simonson has been a sports fixture in Grand Rapids and later throughout the state since his arrival in September, 2001. This is all a roundabout way of giving background to the following thing I ran across today on Deadspin: a blog entry, written by Simonson, that is possibly the stupidest thing I have read in my entire life. He invited Charley to come in on Sunday afternoons and pay some bills, work the payroll. Movies. He also did a number of illustrations for the Harry N. Abrams, Inc. edition of The Hobbit. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. His young companion, much younger, is a wisp of a man, almost frail, dark hair falling in a long sweep over his forehead. "[22] It was crucial for Simmons that he could write for the show and on ESPN.com and in ESPN The Magazine, which was possible because of the Disney connection with ESPN and ABC. 750 North St.Paul St. William John Simmons III[1][2] (born September 25, 1969)[3][4] is an American podcaster, sportswriter, and cultural critic who is the founder and CEO of the sports and pop culture website The Ringer. Those were the worst, meanest bar fights Ive ever seen.. In June 2020, Simmons received criticism for the lack of racial diversity in The Ringer following email comments he made to The New York Times, particularly that: "It's a business. He planned to become a tax lawyer. A restless businessman, Caven eventually sold out his interest in Mother Blues to Simonson and opened a disco on Lemmon Avenue called the Mark Twain. [72] It debuted at the top of The New York Times Best Seller list for non-fiction books. [40] The B.S. Hosted by Bill Simonson for nearly two decades, The Huge Show pulls no punches when it comes to opinions and commentary about Michigan sports teams, both professional and college. Another small local club that flat-out rocked with both local and the infamous bands of the era. Word spread throughout the gay community, but success wasnt instant. But every night after 10 p.m., in one of the citys great geographical incongruities, the Old Plantation bursts alive. The next morning, Sunday, the two men stood forlornly in the same place. The rest of the Caven/Hott clubs are cruise bars much smaller, non-disco, totally gay. I just realized I didn't link the video to my thread. "I confronted my former colleague when his actions were made public back in February and tried to resolve this matter quietly and professionally, asking for an apology for actions that were (in my opinion) unethical, improper and immoral. Yes, this is a picture from the Village Station circa 1988. Well, I think the next move may be to rock discotheques. [9] In 2001, his website averaged 10,000 readers and 45,000 hits per day. "The allegations in that lawsuit are untrue and lack merit. The Night Flight Cafe. [47] The website's name was a reference to deceased sportswriter Grantland Rice,[47] though it was reportedly not Simmons' choice for the name. The mens side was generally calm, but the womens side used to attract a lot of stewardesses. Bill Simonson is a 27-year veteran of the sports radio, having hosted the "Huge Show" in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Austin, Chicago, and - for the last 18 years - on the Huge Radio Network in Michigan. [16] The September after grad school, Simmons started working at the Boston Herald as a high school sports reporter and editorial assistant,[17] mainly "answering phones organizing food runs, [and] working on the Sunday football scores section. The Caven/Hott cruise bars are basically break-even propositions financially. They both get a kick out of it. The stations normal lineup of network sports aired during the day Friday along with a guest host for Simonson, who has been on vacation. He wears tight blue jeans and a smart striped knit shirt. On weekends and Monday nights (10c drink night), the Mark Twain is as hot as any disco its size in the country; there isnt a straight disco in Dallas that compares with it. Bill Simonson is on Facebook. Back in the late 70's into the early 80's on Long Island, we had two clubs that were made for big show ROCK!. https://t.co/uqTZe351p5. [50] In these episodes, Simmons discussed NBA-related current events as well as some of his more popular sports columns with his co-host Jalen Rose. At the time this photo was taken, the bar was called Village Station. Bill Simonson. Seriously, read the whole thing, it's hilarious (and be sure to check out the comments as well). No spam, ever. Burgess sought to crack down on the club, citing a city ordinance which prohibits dancing after 2 a.m. and the OP was his target. People go to bars to socialize, to avoid being lonely, says one of Cavens managers. Call-In number: (866) 838-4843 The longer they stay, the more they drink. On May 15, it was announced Simmons was officially done at ESPN, effective immediately. [27] He left the show in the spring of 2004[27] after a year and a half of writing for the show. Gary Moore, That Ole Blues Thang Still Got Me.. Eric Clapton : New Album & Tour and "Brownie" Tribute Stratocaster, Standard Ernie Ball strings, too short for my Trini Lopez with Bigsby. Email news@wzzm13.com, visit our Facebook page or Twitter. Regulars include his college roommate Joe House, Sal Iacono, Ryen Russillo, Chuck Klosterman, David Chang, and Simmons' father. The gross revenues of all the Caven/ Hott clubs combined are estimated to average a half million dollars per month, a very conservative estimate. I mean, he actually called himself "Captain Huge." He has his own consulting company, plays the stock market avidly, and deals in real estate, But those are my passive investments; my active investment will always be the bar business. Frank immerses himself in his latest construction project; he can hardly finish his coffee after dinner, hes so keyed up to get back to the construction site where he will work until after midnight. Yes, the rules are there to help market the academy's sports programs by giving good athletes the opt-out early parachute. Their operating philosophy is based on order. Credit: The Schuiling Report and The Huge Show/Facebook, Ryan Schuiling, who hosts "The Schuiling Report," and Bill Simonson, who hosts "The Huge Show. Of that, only, say, 10 percent is an active, bar-seeking, socializing crowd. Make Mother's Day "Spa-tacular" with a gift from the Grand Spa at Grand Casino Hotel & Resort! The Old Plantation, even when packed, is in constant motion. Redefined by Bill Simmons", "Is The Sports Gal The New Sports Fella? An incredible ten days after the fire, he and Charley opened a temporary OP on Denton Drive. Jeff Moss, who the lawsuit says owns Detroit Sports Rag, is not named as a defendant in the lawsuit. [86] Simmons later removed himself from consideration and Remy was named president. Fan favourite Walt Simonson took over as writer and penciller of Thor in 1983 with issue no. TV Shows. His first professional comic book work was producing war stories for DC Comics and other publishers. Ryan Schuiling is suing Bill Simonson of The Huge Show. Today's non-award-winning TLO conduct is presented by the Grand Spa @ Grand Casino & Resort! "I think this entire situation is absurd," Moss wrote in an email. Menu. Contact Christopher Haxel at 517-377-1261 or chaxel@lsj.com. ", "RemDawg: Simmons Out of Running for RSN Prez", "Jemele Hill 'checkmated' ESPN: Bill Simmons says she accomplished what he could not", "At The Ringer, Staff Writers Say They Are Second-String", "Gilbert Arenas, Ryan Hollins defend Jalen Green after Bill Simmons' comments", "A Celtics-Heat Rock Fight with Bill's Dad. [24] On July 27, 2009, Simmons announced his retirement from the magazine[7] but continued to write for the Page 2 website. In January 1970, the Bayou Club opened its doors. "It's been great; I certainly didn't want this to end," he said of the decision. Thanks to some open records weve obtained via The Ogle Mole Network, we were treated to a behind-the-scenes look at how Ryan Walterss PR team tried to score him a speaking gig in DC at CPAC, and their efforts to get Oklahoma taxpayers to front the bill. Magnolias, on Cedar Springs, is the newest arrival on the scene; owned by David Eaves, Magnolias is much smaller than the other two, but its impressive sound and light system have attracted a loyal crowd, somewhat mixed. He and his staff struggled to make the Mark Twain go. It will soon be on (106.1-FM) in the Grand Rapids area and a new FM dial spot yet to be determined also in Muskegon, according to MMN. . But only after surviving arson, harassment, and sabotage. If there was one thing Caven hated about the bar business, it was keeping the books. On July 22, 2015, Simmons announced he had signed a new multi-platform deal with HBO starting in October 2015. [21], In July 2008, Simmons announced that he would be taking 10 weeks off from writing columns for ESPN.com's Page 2 to concentrate on finishing his second book,[70] The Book of Basketball: The NBA According to the Sports Guy, which was released on October 27, 2009. No indictments were ever made. Bill Simonson. Dennis Sisk was busted on high level drug distribution charges (he is today still a fugitive under a $1 million bond) and Tony Caterine was arrested, indicted, and imprisoned on charges of credit card fraud. The idea is to make drinks readily accessible at all times from anywhere in the club. The OP-Dallas alone grosses in excess of a million dollars a year. She is a long-time and proud resident of Brooklyn, New York, though she has also spent some time living in the Washington DC area. Ryan Schuiling, who hosts "The Schuiling Report," a weekday show on Lansing-based 92.1 The Team (WQTX), is suing Bill Simonson, who hosts "The Huge Show," a weekday sports show broadcast in Grand Rapids, Lansing and 10 other cities across the state. All Rights Reserved Produced by. ", Michigan expands absentee voting for military members, A look at big proposals on West Michigan ballots, 13 On Your Side Forecast: Rain & Snow Return Monday, The 13 Weatherball turns 20 | The history, upkeep and future in West Michigan, "RYAN SCHUILING WANTS TO INFILTRATE BILL SIMONSONS 17-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTERS INNER CIRCLE,", "Simonson has defamed Mr. Schuiling in an effort to intimidate, embarrass, harass, damage his reputation, damage his business opportunities, and create unfavorable and unwanted publicity for Mr. The OP, as its regulars fondly dubbed it, began to skim the cream off the top of the Bayou Landings clientele. [60], On May 30, 2017, Vox Media announced that it had entered into a deal to provide advertising sales and access to its publishing platform as part of a revenue sharing agreement. For sure. A few weeks later, a security guard caught two men drilling holes in the roof; the FBI investigated and found them to be known arsonists. The downtown location was a risky proposition, but Caven and Hott didnt hesitate. Even now they have sturdy competitors in two other gay discos: Dimension III, in the former Bayou Landing on Pearl Street, is a big operation; owned by Bob Strange, D-III, as its called, attracts a more consistently gay clientele than the OP, and a much larger crowd of gay women. Yes! When was Bill Simpson born? With the country and western traditions rooted in dancing and big ballrooms, its a natural. Perhaps the only bar in Texas that could compete on that basis is the OP-Houston. Wichita State's feel-good story of not losing a game, in fact, exposes a schedule that at least 25 . They are Frank and Charley. A newcomer arrives on the photography set. While their clientele danced, Frank and Charley beat the streets for a suitable location for a permanent OP. Its the most successful discotheque in Dallas. Simonson is a big guy, at 6 feet tall and 220 pounds. Its estimated that the gay population of Dallas is about 100,000. Says Caven, in one of his pet bar owners phrases, From then on, it was wall-to-wall bodies., He opened one other bar in Dallas at the time, a place called the King of Clubs on Field Street. How tall is Bill Simpson? [57], Simmons announced the launch of his new website, The Ringer, on February 17, 2016. The ghost of my childhood had returned, and hours with my shrink were needed to repair the damage. He was previously on the Free Beer & Hot Wings" show. in NBA history. For a time, DPD vice-control head D. L. Burgess led a series of harassment raids on the OP. He decided this time to call the place the Old Plantation. The set-up is simply the large dance floor ringed on three sides by bars. The OP filed suit against the City of Dallas over the ordinance and was granted a temporary injunction; technically the Old Plantation is still the only club in Dallas with legal dancing after hours. Hey, I'm in Vegas too! [31][73][74], When Simmons first started his website, he wrote what he thought friends would enjoy reading because he never understood how people could be sportswriters while claiming they did not care which team won, in the name of journalistic objectivity. I was in, like, the 6th grade and could tell this guy had some serious issues. The Old Plantation is the hottest bar in town. Guards apprehended him; strapped to his leg was a plastic detergent bottle filled with gasoline. Frank Caven and Charley Hott seem to know no bounds. Example video title will go here for this video. If I dont see it in my own bars, I raise hell with my managers. Simonson tweeted that Schuiling "preaches about MSU and victims of sex violence but wanted someone to have sex with my daughter in college and talk about it. Michigan Media Network is a privately-held broadcasting company, built & led by experienced radio professionals who provides top flight programming and service to our affiliates and advertisers. May, 1979: The two men sit close together at the bar, their elbows planted on the counter. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. That included Eric Zane, morning host of The Eric Zane Show along with his on-air partner, Ben Glaze, as well as program director Marcus Bradman. On May 10, Simonson emailed a link to the aforementioned "Detroit Sports Rag" blog post to IBEW Local 665, which sponsors Schuiling's show. The HUGE Show is the only statewide afternoon sports radio talk show super-serving Michigan sports to the hungry masses. [8] Simmons was an only child and grew up in Marlborough and Brookline, Massachusetts, before moving to Stamford, Connecticut, to live with his mother after his parents divorced when he was 13. Lives in Alachua, Florida. Bill Simmons. Report due to the content being edited out of them. The older man is big, a fat man really, with a burly neck, heavy jowls, thin hair combed straight back. [48] Sports blog Deadspin had previously reported in 2010 that Simmons was working on a "top secret editorial project. Simonson said plans are still being worked out for online listening. They own the place. Its dictated by our market. [87], In September 2017, Simmons voiced his support for Jemele Hill, who became involved in controversy after tweeting her personal views on Donald Trump. But things havent always been so good for Frank and Charley; the Old Plantations life has been nearly snuffed more than once by arson, by sabotage, by police harassment, by legal hassles, by cutthroat competition.
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