DJ/On-Air Staff
TONY NICHELSON
Sunday: 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tony Nichelson:
Public Affairs Director / Host-Moderator
You can listen to me live on:
103.5’s Public Affairs shows / Stand-in @ Steve Harvey (local prod.)
Hometown:
Born and raised in Memphis / Lived in DC for 13 Years (1985-98)
How long have you been in radio:
Ten (10) years
When did you decide that you wanted to do radio?
During my high school disc jockey days
How did you get your start in radio?
Listener call-in audition on Cathy Hughes DC talk station
Role Models:
Henry Nelson, Mike Baisden, Johnnie Cochran, Malcolm X
When I'm not on the air, I like to:
Spend time with family & friends; mentor urban youngsters
Favorite Artists:
Stevie Wonder, Bobby Womack, Marvin Gaye, Willie Hutch
Favorite Foods:
Barbeque Ribs, My Baked Chicken, Garden Salads with Grilled Catfish
Lifelong Dream:
To see our young people become more aware of their opportunities
What do you like most about Memphis?
The year-round climate, the neighborhoods, the food
What are you most passionate about?
Creating real opportunities for young people
Three things that you can’t do without:
National news; quiet time chillin’ at home; great coffee
Five albums that everyone should own:
What’s Going On; The Very Best of Willie Hutch; Winner Takes All, the Isleys; The Eagle Greatest Hits; Bobby Womack’s Greatest Hits
Song that best defines you:
“Trouble Man”, Marvin Gaye
Words of advice: “Wisdom is the principle thing, therefore get wisdom; and with all thy getting, get understanding”. Proverbs 4:7
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