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William Nathan Cosel on Tony SaletanWhat a pleasure to work closely with Tony -my first WGBH assignment as a producer-director of SING CHILDREN SING. The proof - after making the shows we went to classrooms to see how the progam worked.. A true test for...
Tina Kafka on Tony SaletanTony and Irene Saletan played major roles in my memorable experience at Idyllwild School of the Arts — I loved them then and still do now about 55 years later. I spent a week in the mountains one summer with...
Richard Mullen on Tony SaletanTony Saletan performed at my elementary school in Quincy, Mass., around 1961. He was a sensation. The entire school turned out to watch him and we all were thrilled. I would like to thank him for giving us such an...
Larry Goldberg on Michael Grossman, Caption Writer & Production CoordinatorMichael's high standards have been my guide since the moment I met him (though I could never match his dry wit$. I'll be there June 3 to celebrate his memory.
Steve Howard on Paul NobleIn 1980, Paul told me, "I'll never work in the game show industry." Well, needless to say, I did do warm-up on several game shows, so I proved him wrong. I also recently was a Booking and Tradeout Producer on...
Jay Ketover on The 1961 WGBH FireI was a student at Cambridge School of Radio and TV Broadcasting and Mr Rohrman asked for,volunteers to go help with the cleanup. I spent several months both at the new and old studio,helping out.
JACK CALDWELL on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)Fred, Many thanks for your kind comments. I have been pondering remarks I want to make. Before I do that, I would like to speak to Jon Abbott. I can't seem to find an email or phone address. Might you...
Fred Barzyk on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)I am so sorry that WGBY has released staff due to money problems. I remember someone saying that Downton Abbey saved PBS when it hit the air. Maybe we need another winner like that one. I hope this is not...
Jim Lewis on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)I was pleased to see the editorial mention "Our Home Town." Mark Erstling, Beth Curley, and I made the local mission our top priority during our years working together. WGBY was and is heavily overlapped by other public TV services....
John Voci on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)Josie, Amherst? We're in Easthampton. It was a necessary financial decision to make cuts. GBY will continue to broadcast PTV programming and radio will continue to offer two services.
John Voci on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)Karen, NEPM will continue to broadcast PTV programming. Connecting Point will no longer be producing new shows and the radio operation continues to offer two services.
Ginny Hamilton on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)I am so sad to hear this news. I spent many happy hours doing teleconferences at GBY. The folks that worked there were professional, dedicated to their work and passionate about their community. A sorry day for public television. Change...
Karen Johnson on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)So great to hear these memories, and, Chaz, especially your Inimitable take on things. As a recent resident out here in the West, I'm extra sorry to hear the news. I understand the reasons, though at my house we're still...
Josie Patterson on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)https://www.masslive.com/opinion/2023/03/a-sad-retreat-for-a-public-tv-pioneer-in-western-mass-editorial.html Is the link. We just retired to Amherst. Makes me really sad. Can they reconsider?
Bill Cosel on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)Living in Tyringham, Berkshire County, way out west, .WGBY is my life line. Remembering when Hartford Gunn dispatched Jack Caldwell to start WGBY.... big move and in very capable hands. Many of us took turns helping out one way or...
Tom Devlin on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)Fully agree with you Chas. Real news about local events is essential in these days of vanishing newspapers and other local news sources.
Steve Bass on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)I was the vp/general manager of WGBY from 1992 to 1995. When I moved to GBH, I maintained some oversight of WGBY while also managing GBH's TV stations. I have fond memories of my time there and the valuable role...
Darrell Byers on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)As a native of Springfield, WGBY was my introduction to public television. It saddens me to see this.
Greg Fitzgerald on Mark Duffield on ‘Maritime Memoirs Panel’ – March 28, 2023OK, Thanks. Didn't see any GBH reference in the post, so was just checking.
Chas Norton on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)BTW could not read the full article
Chas Norton on A Sad Retreat for A Public TV Pioneer in Western Mass. (Editorial)This is a great loss for the unserved half of our commonwealth; a local station that has always tried harder… I was lucky to be involved when they were in the old Springfield Armory and helped them populate their empty...
Josie Patterson on Mark Duffield on ‘Maritime Memoirs Panel’ – March 28, 2023Thank you! I also worked at WGBH when Mark worked there. He was a good storyteller as we traded ones about our grandfathers so I imagine the event will be good.
Christine Lear on Mark Duffield on ‘Maritime Memoirs Panel’ – March 28, 2023Hi Greg, Mark Duffield and I worked at WGBH at the same time. He was in underwriting. He just wanted to let his WGBH colleagues know about this event tomorrow night. ~ Christine Lear
Greg Fitzgerald on Mark Duffield on ‘Maritime Memoirs Panel’ – March 28, 2023Trying to find the GBH connection in this mariner’s story. Or was it spam that made it through the filter?
Susheel Bibbs on William (Bill) PierceI appreciate this. He was beloved, witty, and talented. Thanks for this story
Stevan Vigneaux on William (Bill) PierceOne afternoon Steve Colby, Jordan Whitelaw, and I were in the WGBH control room at Symphony Hall with Bill. I don't recall what prompted him but Bill told exactly that story. He told it with great color including hearing Jordan's...
John Beck on William (Bill) PierceBill was loved, wasn't he? And as a premier classical music announcer he didn't have to choose between a put-on elegant, ornamental style - and being himself, since he was vocal elegance incarnate. He also was practical. When he asked...
Doug Briscoe on William (Bill) PierceThere’s a story, probably apocryphal, that Bill, AUI? (announcing under the influence?) introduced the Tanglewood Festival Chorus as the “Fanglewood Testicle Chorus”.
Doug Briscoe on William (Bill) PierceOne evening, when Bill Cavness, Tom Dunn, and I were sitting in Studio 4 extemporizing limericks, Bill Pierce walked in. I said to him, “I can’t think of a rhyme for ‘Cavness’.” Without missing a beat, Bill P wryly suggested,...
Leslie Warshaw on William (Bill) PierceThanks for all the wonderful memories, Everybody.
Greg Fitzgerald on William (Bill) PierceOne of my biggest thrills in working in Radio was at the 35th birthday celebrated by WGBH Radio at symphony hall. And since William Pierce was to be celebrated on stage, I got to do the symphony hall booth announcing...
Peter Swanson on William (Bill) PierceI can believe it. The two Bills were a remarkable part of WGBH history, and your time at WBCN-FM and WGBH-FM was well spent.
Nat Johnson on William (Bill) PierceI worked at WGBH FM & TV as a producer, announcer, and audio engineer for over 12 years. One wintery day, while in radio, I got an urgent call from Bill Busiek, my supervisor, from the radio booth in Symphony...
Dr. Eric Scerri on Stephen Lyons, 65, Writer/Producer/DirectorVery sorry to hear. I only just learned of Steve's passing today after writing to him, not hearing back and deciding to look him up on the internet. I worked closely with him as a historical consultant on the Mystery...
karin giger on Missing AlumniI was a reporter for the Ten O'Clock News from its inception in 1976 till summer of 1978, when i moved to New Orleans to get management experience running the small public tv station in New Orleans. The city and...
Jo Ann Mathieu on Welcome Christine!That's so true Dan! I loved working on Jean Shephard projects. How are you? I'm still here in Miami/Coconut Grove. My twin Carol will be coming down for a visit on Feb 14. Orlando isn't the closest to Miami, but...
Doug Brod on Fred GardnerHi Fred, Doug Brod here. Hoping this note finds you well. I’m the former editor-in-chief of SPIN magazine, currently an editor at the Toronto Star, and the author of the book They Just Seem a Little Weird: How KISS, Cheap...
Michael Ambrosino on Welcome Christine!Sal Raciti was a major help in many of the earlier NOVA productions.
Michael on Welcome Christine!Don, Your spirit and talents are in such esteem by your fellow Alums that you can have a free ride.
Dan Beach on Welcome Christine!Perfectly said, Michael. As Jean Shepherd once wrote: "Little did he know it at the time, but this was to be the highpoint of his life." A slight overstatement but pretty close.
Mike Brisbois on Anne Slack – in memoryI remain SO EXCITED to learn GBH Archives plans to digitize "How Can I Tell You"! I ache to rewatch episode 5, "Toomph," after all these years. It affected me deeply. Please please. OK, so I recognize you mentioned only...
Tina Kafka on Tony SaletanHi Tony I have your albums from the 60s and remain a fan. You brought so much joy to the teenage me at ISOMATA folk music gatherings. Keep singing! Tina
Michael Ambrosino on Welcome Christine!We are on Vamo, a neighborhood in south Sarasota. Where are you?
Ron Della Chiesa on Welcome Christine!Welcome Christine. Great news for all of us. The best is yet to come!
Lo Hartnett on Welcome Christine!Hi Michael, Your comments are spot on...as usual. I met an alum yesterday, of all places over lunch in Savoy. He writes and prints the Savoy Crow newsletter, and after finally getting together, the first words from him were abnout...
Jack Caldwell on Welcome Christine!Spot on, Michael. Would like to connect with you. We are both in FL.
Don Hallock on Welcome Christine!Apologetic addendum: My attempted welcome to Christine illustrates just how far and quickly one can slip out of one’s own loop. Addressing the message to Christin’a’ is only the first of my transgressives. Christine is Christin’e’. (Christin’a’ is my daughter’s...
Michael Ambrosino on Welcome Christine!Thank you Jay for really building up the site that keeps us all together. We owe you big time! Thank you in advance and welcome Christine. I was the 35th staff member hired in 1956. I have seen WGBH grow...
Lo Hartnett on Welcome Christine!TALLY HO CHRISTINE! Absolutely thrilled for you and for the Alumni. You're one of the Mother Ship's treasures. And we're so fortunate. When's tea?
Jay Collier on Welcome Christine!Don, you have our never-ending gratitude for working with Fred and Dan on the first iteration of the website. All of your work from that era is embedded in the website to this day: https://www.wgbhalumni.org/collection/hallock/
Frederick Barzyk on Welcome Christine!Thanks again Don for your creation of the web. Before Jay took over we had the brilliant work of Dan Beach who kept the site alive until we had Jay on. board. Again, welcome Christine
Jack Caldwell on Welcome Christine!Don, Your writing skills, (along with all the other skills you have delivered over so many years) brings joy to my life. Seems like we live in a world where the written word, properly selected and packaged professionally is seldom...
Don Hallock on Welcome Christine!Hi Christina, Back in 2000, I concocted - as an adjunct to the first WGBH Alumni reunion - the alumni web site. It was then, I think it fair to say, fairly serviceable in terms of content, though when it...
Olivia Wong on Welcome Christine!Three cheers, Christine!
Frederick Barzyk on Welcome Christine!Will do. I still remember fondly our early days at the Springfield station. You were so welcoming for all our crazy idea. Bless you. Fred
Jack Caldwell on Welcome Christine!We're counting on you, Fred. The early GBH "historians" are becoming fewer in number. It really is important for those who emerge as members and leaders of GBH to know its roots....and to keep track of just what is the...
Benny Krol on Welcome Christine!Thank you Christine for coming forth on such an important mission. Jay thank you for all those years you kept us together, it is very much appreciated.
Frederick Barzyk on Welcome Christine!Thank you and welcome. I will try and send you alumni material as I hear from my compatriots from the 60's and 70'.
Chas Norto on Welcome Christine!Great news! And thanks!!!
Audrey Paek on Welcome Christine!Wonderful news, Christine! And thank you, Jay, for keeping us updated and connected, especially for reunions. We appreciate all of your efforts!
Ginny Hamilton on Welcome Christine!Congrats Christine and thank you for hiring me many years ago into the Audience Services group!
08 26 on Welcome Christine!Welcome Christine looking forward to meeting you
Dan Beach on Welcome Christine!Welcome, Christine. What Jay has done here is truly a treasure for the history of GBH. So glad you are taking the reins.
Deborah Gillespie on Welcome Christine!Thank you to Christine for stepping up, and so many thanks to Jay for the years of keeping us connected!
Hilary Finkel Buxton on Welcome Christine!Hurray, Christine!!! Thanks for taking the baton from Jay- and thanks to Jay for his good work. The site is in good hands.
Tom Devlin on Welcome Christine!Couldn't have found a better person.
Jack Gill on Welcome Christine!Wahoo!
Jack Caldwell on Welcome Christine!Thank you, Christine for picking up the baton. .....and the best goes on.
Lance Ozier on Welcome Christine!Welcome, Christine! Thanks for taking the baton hand-off. And thanks also to Jay for his many years of keeping us all connected.
Bill Charette on Welcome Christine!Welcome Christine. So kind of you to take on this role. And many thanks to Jay for your years of keeping us all in touch.
Gonzalez on Aida MorenoIs she related to Rita Moreno?
Lance Ozier (GBH 1990-2014) on Victoria Devlin, Development Vice PresidentI had the privilege of working with and for Vicky Devlin in my roles at PBS and at WGBH, respectively. She worked tirelessly on behalf of WGBH, and knew how to motivate, collaborate, support, and get the best from her...
Laura Hill on Victoria Devlin, Development Vice PresidentI'm very saddened to hear of Vicky's passing. She was an important role model to me at the very start of my career; she led with a balance of authority, grace, and humor that I have sought to emulate ever...
Susan Galler on Victoria Devlin, Development Vice PresidentVicky brought great insight, imagination & skills to her work @ WGBH. She was a mentor to many on her team. She taught me so much. I was blessed to be her friend for over 30 years & will miss...
Steve Bass (GBH from 1992-1998) on Victoria Devlin, Development Vice PresidentI'm so sorry to hear this. I worked closely with Vicky for more than a decade. I first met her when she headed national corporate sponsorship at GBH and I was leading a related function at PBS. She then came...
Marianne Neuman on About the WGBH Alumni NetworkI agree. I might not have appreciated WGBH as much as I should have back then but it's more than obvious now.
Cecille Tetrev on Victoria Devlin, Development Vice PresidentI am saddened to hear about Victoria's passing. The few years I knew her she was always kind and happy. Peaceful rest Victoria.
Frederick . Barzyk on My time with Doriot Anthony DwyerWhat a wonderful story. So glad you were house sitting that day. These are the moments that make the history of WGBH so special.
Anne Marie (McKenna) Sanders on About the WGBH Alumni NetworkRealizing what a special place WGBH was to work in the late 80’s and 90’s.
Leah Weisse on Susan Dowling: Memories of WGBH (1979-1993)Michael, The GBH Archives has digitized that piece. You may contact them about seeing it. The email address is Often underlying rights issues make it hard for us to clear the right to stream material. Feel free to explore...
steveolenick on Susan Dowling: Memories of WGBH (1979-1993)I loved reading your article. My mother Bernice "Bunny" Olenick was very active in 'GBH around the same time, in the Sports & Specials unit at 475 Western Ave with Greg Harney. She too was involved in such amazing artistic...
Sammy Driscoll on Frances Shrand, 82, Spider’s Web actorHi Joseph, I am Sammy Driscoll, current Sr. Archivist at the GBH Archives. Over 1,100 Spider's Web programs have recently been sent to our digitization vendor. Once these programs have been digitized, we will be able to offer limited remote...
Michael Pinneo on Susan Dowling: Memories of WGBH (1979-1993)Dear Ms. Dowling - I would like to locate a short piece you directed with David Hahn, "In A Rehearsal Room". I saw it as an undergraduate a few decades back, and it remains a vivid memory of a transformative...
J. Bushman on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerI missed out on a great longer lasting friendship as I only knew her for a brief but rewarding time through my daughter who loved her like a sister. I did get to experience her vivacious personality and enjoyed every...
Bill Cosel on Susan Goldberg Joins GBH as President and CEORefereshing and very positive news. From Hartford Gunn who nurtured the garden, Susan Goldberg will reap great harvests with a great team of WGBH creative people. Good luck.
Joel Olicker on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerKaren was truly a ray of sunshine. In the late 80s and early 90s, many edit rooms were housed in "110" which was a flimsy bunker comprised of what seemed like a few trailers shoved together at the edge of...
Martin Smith on Remembering Marrie CampbellMarrie and I had offices next to one another for many years at FRONTLINE. She and I shared many laughs and a few arguments. She could be feisty. But often right as I recall. Trying to trigger more memories, I...
Larry Goldberg on Susan Goldberg Joins GBH as President and CEOGreat choice! No relation.
Frank Capria on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerGut punch. She was the best. I'll miss her terribly.
Ann Peck on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerA terrible surprise. Karen lit up every space she entered. She was courageous, original, funny, kind, always generous with her time and talent. Her pride in her husband was palpable; her delight in her children was infectious. We hadn’t seen...
Frederick Barzyk on Brian O’Doherty, 94, Art HostI wish to share with you all my first experiences with Brian. I was a grad student at BU, working 3 days a week at WGBH. It was over a drugstore in an old roller-skating rink. I was on a...
Jay Anania on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerWhat Jeannie said. This is heartbreaking.
Cynthia McKeown on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerSuch a huge loss! Karen and I worked together on a GBH series on afterschool and I loved working with her. Not only was she an extraordinarily creative and brilliant editor, she was also kind, funny, and a bit crazy...
Jay on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerExtraordinary person in ways too numerous to count. This breaks my heart.
Ed Salners on Brian O’Doherty, 94, Art HostBeing a part of the team shooting Brian O’Doherity’s “Invitation to Art” was one of the highlights of my time as a WGBH BU Scholar in 1960-61. Roaming the darkened exhibit halls of the museum during breaks between rehearsal and...
Paul Solman on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerKaren was a joy to work with. And a hoot. As her bio attests, she was widely loved. By her colleagues too.
Jeanne Jordan on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerI am devastated to hear this news. No one in this world who could make me laugh as hard as Karen could. A Karen's eye view of the world was a joy to be near. Wherever she's gone I want...
Bill Charette on Karen Silverstein, Documentary FilmmakerSo sorry to hear. I worked with Karen on a couple of projects back in the day. I loved her enthusiasm and sense of humor. She was a talented editor and a joy to work with. My condolences to her...
Joseph Aaron Shrand on Frances Shrand, 82, Spider’s Web actorHi folks. Joe Shrand here, Joe from ZOOM and the Spiders Web. Somebody has contacted me looking for Wind in the Willows tapes. How do we get those? It would be really fun to be able to resurrect Frances Shrand...
John Kerr on Brian O’Doherty, 94, Art HostBeing in Brian O'Doherty's energetic, elegant, and articulate presence elevated one's appreciation of art, inquiry, and the potential of what was then educational broadcasting. He was an inspiring on-air host and interpreter of the MFA's collections. Working as a young...
Deb Gibbs on Do you remember the 2 Mobile?One of my first assignments when I started working at GBH in 1975 for Chris Pullman was to find a garage to store the 2-Mobile. I remember saying to Chris - “what exactly is a 2-Mobile?”. He said come with...
Doug Gortner on Debra Thorburn Ashton, Planned Giving PioneerHenry Becton, my Deerfield Academy classmate and longtime director of WGBH, was excited to learn that Deb and I were special friends. He told me that she was the best, which I affirm.
Frank Capria on Do you remember the 2 Mobile?It was right up there with Oscar Mayer wiener mobile in its ability to make people smile, but I always did wonder about its aerodynamics. Even without a cross wind, the gas mileage and acceleration must have been pretty bad....
Karen Johnson on Do you remember the 2 Mobile?Thanks for this, John. I remember video — or was it still film back then? — of the 2-Mobile crossing the Bourne Bridge from the Cape to the mainland and Jeanne Brodeur's voice from inside, rising in intensity from concern...
John Kerr on Do you remember the 2 Mobile?Ah, yes. The Two Mobile was driven from the Cape to the station as a fund-raising/publicity gimmick. Chris Pullman, Design Manager, had a hand in it, as did the indomitable Sylvia Davis, and many others. It was fun and stunning...
Brian Bousquet on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”We're sad that Eric is gone. Please WGBH, please make his older programs available for us again. His voice was comforting soothing and reassuring, especially during COVID when many of us had little hope. Eric was there with his calming...
Michelle McElroy on Do you remember the 2 Mobile?I wish there were more online about the two-mobile and you experience driving it (and everyone else who did!)
Bob Stepno on Bill CavnessBill Cavness' Reading Aloud was often part of my (then undiagnosed ADHD) multitasking in Hartford, 1978-80, while working at home in the morning writing a daily column for The Hartford Courant and beginning part-time studies for a master's at Wesleyan....
Steve Gilford on Anne Slack – in memoryI produced many of the programs in the series, "How Can I Tell You" Because the programs were seriously underfunded, we had to find innovative ways to produce the programs. Among my favorites were "Toomph", dome entirely with still photographs...
Ron Santos on ZOOM’s 40th ReunionI loved Zoom. My favorite Zoomer was Mora. It was such an influence on me. Even my brother, who was sixteen years old, watched it with me.
Steven Douglass on Brian O’Donovan is Walking on Air Against his Better JudgmentAfter my wife passed from cancer, I discovered that sugar is cancer's primary entree
Leah Weisse on Anne Slack – in memoryMike, We have one tape of the Proposition Imjprov troupe in the GBH Archives. It is one several formats that can still be viewed. It is also in line for digitizing through a large NEH grant that we have been...
Bob Nesson on Passing the BatonOh Jay, you have been such an incredible asset to all of us "old timers" -- who could possibly fill your shoes? Thank you for all you've done over the years. We will truly miss you and your wonderful support....
Mike Brisbois on Anne Slack – in memoryI've been told that the WGBH archives might no longer include the How Can I Tell You recordings at all, and even if they did, they would be stored on obsolete media for which WGBH no longer retains a player....
Christine Sweet on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”Eric Jackson and I started at WGBH-FM around the same time. He took over Artists in the Night from Hayes Burnett, which followed my evening classical shifts (Evening Pro Musica). His cheerful presence would enter the studio, and handing off...
Rhoda on Celebrating ZOOM’s 50th AnniversaryI’m so bummed I missed the 50th event in January! This is my 50th b-day year too. One of my fondest memories of childhood was Zoom! I always wanted to break through the T.V. screen and join the kids on...
Deborah J. Gillespie on Passing the BatonJay, thank you so very much. You have created a marvelous and seamless enterprise that so many have enjoyed!
Christy George on Passing the BatonI can’t believe you were only there for five years! You made the mark of a lifer! And your service here has been spectacular - thanks! Christy
Paul Solman on Passing the BatonYes, Jay, a wholehearted thank you. The comments accurately reflect how much you've done for so many of us.
Jay Collier on Passing the BatonThank you all for these very kind words! It has been an honor serving such an inspiring community. I only wish we could find funding to allow me to continue. I hope new producer(s) in the wings will notice the...
Jay Collier on Bob Ferrante: “A Profession of Great Honor”Thanks, Marcus! Ferrante referred to his role as news director in the interview (which I didn't capitalize), and I believe you are right, his official title was Executive Producer.
Michael Ambrosino on Bob Ferrante: “A Profession of Great Honor”Thank you for posting this. It is a lucid history of a fine journalist and a fine fellow. Michael Ambrosino
Marcus E Jones on Bob Ferrante: “A Profession of Great Honor”This was a great read. Thanks for the post. I believe Bob listed himself as the Executive Producer of the "Ten O'clock News" when I started as a Boston University work-study intern on the TOCN in 1981 But I could...
Deedee Morss Decker on Passing the BatonJay, thank you. I was only at GBH from 1965-67 but to this day I have dear friends from those years. And my training at GBH was invaluable when I moved to NYC. I love reading every email about the...
Lo on Passing the BatonOH NO...MR JAY! Please say it ain't so? Actually, You have more than earned it Jay. You have been a cornerstone of media information to all of us. And you've helped me countless times out of questions and messes. THANK...
Jay Collier on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveFrom Carol Hills at The World: A remembrance of Bob Ferrante. The former executive producer of The World died this week after a storied career that lasted more than 50 years. https://theworld.org/media/2022-09-16/remembering-our-colleague-robert-ferrante
Don Hallock on Passing the BatonJay. You've done us proud by reminding us so admirably of what we GBHers can feel proud of, and through managing a handsome web site and an admirable association of peers to be proud of as well. The 15 years...
Gerry Field on WGBH at the EmmysThe woman in the third row between John MacNight and Bill Charette is Carole O'Neill, one of the show producers.
Sam Tyler on Passing the BatonJay, when I arrived at WGBH almost 50 years ago, your (almost) namesake, Phil Collyer, took a genuine interest in helping me better understand how this production/broadcasting product I was to sell actually worked. In the past few years, working...
Jack on Passing the BatonJay, you have chosen to leave your current post, but you can never leave GBH. You are among alums, you are one of us. In your five years at the station, you learned about the folks who created the trailblazing...
Josie Patterson on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”Oh Eric, I’m sad that you died. Condolences to your family, who I’m sure loved you as much as your fans. Here’s to GBH Radio bringing back more music, and especially more jazz.
Amy Meyers on Passing the BatonJay, Thank you for your years of dedication to those of us who share the incomparable ‘gbh experience. My years on Western Avenue (‘73-‘78) may have been short but the values, lessons, memories and, friendships are treasured. I appreciate all...
Michael Ambrosino on Passing the BatonJay, Thank you for the hours and years of creative, diligent and thoughtful effort to make the Alum Site a real treasure that we check often and holds the WGBH Clan together. I remember those early days in one half...
Carol Obertubbesing on Passing the BatonHi Jay, Thanks very much for all of your work in keeping us in touch with each other, both online and in person. It has been sad to read about the colleagues who have passed, but that's all the more...
Dan Beach on Passing the BatonJay - I can't believe it's been 15 years. You've created a world-class site. It is a wonderful research tool and documents so much of 'GBH and its history. Best of all, it has really facilitated our keeping in touch...
Paula Apsell on Passing the BatonJane: let’s be in touch! Paula
Jane Arsham on Passing the BatonJay-- that it will take 3 people to replace you pretty much says it all! Your service has been truly appreciated!
Bob Nesson on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”It’s a time to reflect on their lives — and our lives. Early on when WGBH had an actual 16mm film processing setup in the newsroom at 125 Western Ave, it was Bob Ferrante who was the go-to person for...
Benny Krol on Passing the BatonJay, your driving force, commitment and dedication to making the WGBH Alumni so successful will not be forgotten. Your shoes will be hard to fill and I feel that you will be missed dearly. Thanks for everything you do. Benny...
Laurie Everett on Passing the BatonBravo Jay. Thanks for your amazing work, for setting the bar high and for keeping us connected through these times.
Jill Philipson on Passing the BatonThank you, Jay, for keeping us all in touch with each other! You did a great job. (Thank you, too, for always having my back in the control room!!)
Susheel Bibbs on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveI remember him well. He will be missed
Ralph E Schuetz on Passing the BatonFive years at WGBH seems like a long time to me, having been at WGBH for only three years myself. In both our cases, it was enough to generate a tremendous since of pride and loyalty to the institution. You've...
Susheel Bibbs on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”I first brought Eric to 'GBH as Music Program Development Director, and it was a wonderful Union. I'm shocked and saddened by his passing. Thank you for telling us.
Jeff Hutchins on Passing the BatonLet me echo others' sentiments: You've done us all a great service, and done it with kindness, good humor, and patience. I'm grateful to you and glad I got to meet you at the last reunion. Good luck in your...
Margo Garrison on Passing the BatonOh no! Say it ain't so! I totally understand your need to move on but you will sorely be missed. I can't believe you only worked at the station for 5 years. You are 'GBH Royalty! Your legacy will have...
Bill Charette on Passing the BatonJay, I can't thank you enough for the time and effort you put into making the website and the reunions a seamless experience for all of us. You have been kind and responsive each time I have interacted with you...
John B. Gray on Passing the BatonJay, many thanks for keeping us in touch. Much apprciated!
Russ Fortier on Passing the BatonThank you Jay, for doing such a great job with this, and for never losing your temper (at least so no one can tell) :-)
Chas Norton on Passing the BatonJay, A shout out of thanks for your stewardship of our collective past; you have set a very high standard. Thanks for all your well-directed effort. Chas
Lo Hartnett on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveBob was passionate about the commitment to excellence. He was clearly bitten by the GBH virus, and he infected many over the years. Rest easy Bob.
Bambi Good on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”I just heard the news this morning and still have tears welling up. He lived his world so fully and shared its richness with us...
Paul Solman on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveLike so many people, I imagine, I owe my entire TV career to Bob. He offered me a job at The Ten O'Clock News in 1977, right after my Nieman Fellowship year. I said I'd like to be "the business...
Endre on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”I loved Eric Jackson's program and have been listening to him for decades. With all due respect, other jazz hosts didn't come close to him. I regret that I never told him how I felt about him and his work!...
Barbara Costa on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”Mostly as a listener, not a colleague (though I am ex-WGBH), I am so very saddened to hear this. The theme song to Eric in the Evening is a song I selected but a month ago for my dance with...
Russ Fortier on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveI worked with Bob, directing his shows at WGBH, for many years, on productions ranging from nightly news programs, like The Ten O‘Clock News, to election coverage, Boston’s busing crisis and even Alexander Solzhenitsyn’s Harvard commencement address. Bob worked with...
Melanie Berzon on Eric Jackson, 72, “Dean of Boston Jazz Radio”Woke up this morning to the news of the passing of the great Eric Jackson, the 'Dean of Boston Jazz Radio'. I am devastated and heartbroken. A swirl of emotions and memories overcome me. Eric was my mentor, my colleague,...
Louis Wiley, Jr. on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveMy second boss at WGBH was Bob Ferrante. I wasn't very good at my job, but Bob was generous in giving me room to improve. I admired his fight for a commitment to local news and engagement with Boston's communities....
Deborah Popkin Schuster on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveWill always be grateful for Bob bringing me into the Ten O'Clock Newsroom in the mid 70's. His enthusiasm for news was infectious and my love of news has lasted a lifetime. RIP, Bob.
Christopher Lydon on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveBob Ferrante, as executive producer, wrote a daily critique of our “Ten O’Clock News” – the lighting, the writing, the order of events, the live guest, the music -- and posted it the next morning for the show staff and...
Sue DeMarco on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveI am heartbroken. Bob gave me my first job at WGBH, at "The Ten O'Clock News." As production secretary, I was privy to much of his thinking. What struck me the most was how he genuinely cared about each and...
Larry LeCain on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveBob brought valuable insight to the news organization. I appreciated his candor and kindness
Monia Joblin on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveSad to learn this. He was so accomplished and so unpretentious. RIP indeed.
Robin Landerman Zucker on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveBob was my first boss at GBH. He had real zest and a sense of humor.
Margie Arons-Barron on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveI worked with him on the Ten O'Clock News in the 1970's and learned so much from the experience......including, but not limited to, the joys of skipping out and going canoeing on the Charles when the Auction pre-empted a whole...
Dave DeBarger on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveI learned a great deal from Bob while working the Ten O'clock News and other projects. He was truly a giant of the industry, and a great teacher. Rest easy, Bob!orthicon@
Greg Fitzgerald on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveSad to lose two public media giants this week, Bob and NPR legend Jim Russell. Both made huge strides for public radio. It was a joy to have worked under both of them early in my career.
Bill Charette on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveWhat a legacy! Was a great guy, full of energy and quick to laugh. RIP Bob.
Jay Collier on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveHi, Fred. That would be great! Can you send an audio file of that interview so we can get a transcript?
frederick F. Barzyk on Robert Ferrante, 87, News ExecutiveOh, how sad. What a wonderful guy. His archive interview was one of the best. Maybe it could be transcribed and posted on the website. One of the people that made WGBH great. Fred
Nora Sinclair on Karen Barss, 61, Director of Educational OutreachWhat a bright light gone way too soon.
Elizabeth (Cote) Rossi on Karen Barss, 61, Director of Educational OutreachThis is incredibly sad news! Another amazing colleague who died way too young... I’ll always remember Karen’s smile, her laugh, and incredible work. She was such a wonderful person!
john rogers on ‘Food Flirts’ Cohost Sheila Brass, Cookbooks Scholar, 85I remember that one or both would show up on the scene dock for Auction as part of “Miss Eddie’s crowd”, a delightful bunch, part of what made Auction fun!!
Nathaniel S, Johnson on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildIn my first year as an audio engineer in TV (freshly out of a decade in WGBH radio), I was assigned to "The French Chef." In those times, an RCA lavalier microphone had to be taped to Julia's chest, and...
Karen Johnson on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildLo, Yes! Ruth Lockwood, also the producer of Joyce Chen Cooks which I think preceded The French Chef. Julia's original introduction to The French Chef Cookbook, in the very earliest edition, tells the story of the beginning. Karen
Karen Johnson on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildThanks, Mike. One of my fondest memories of 419 is Jack's Food Truck. Judy (then Becker) Matthews found him in the Stop and Shop parking lot and convinced him to stop by the 419 loading dock every day at noon....
Deedee Morss Decker on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildJulia taped her show every Friday afternoon at Western Avenue. She made 3 different versions of her meal for the day so the audience could see start-to-finish. I was a PA at GBH then and enjoyed eating her finished 3...
Lo Hartnett on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildBravo Michael. I didn't throw my shoes, just yelled so loudly Paul asked me to calm down. Vivid memories of Julia, Avis and RUTH in our fund raising office 2-3x a week going thru viewer mail and production notes.
Michael Ambrosino on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildAll of NET programming could be considered syndication. Stations offered series to NET. If accepted, the master tapes would be sent to Ann Arbor and distribution tapes would be recorded and mailed to major stations. After running the show, each...
Michael Esty on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildI remember when they moved shooting Julia Child to 419 Western Ave. Although I worked for B&G, I was responsible for assisting all with the show. Security for Julia & her husband as well as her handler. All very nice....
Jim Lewis on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildI have told this story many times, and it remains one of my favorites. When I managed WGBY, one of Julia's classmates, Charlotte Turgeon, arranged for her to do a major donor event at the station the afternoon following her...
Simon Campbell-Jones on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildGreat to hear your sensible comments, Michael. As usual!!
Wendy Davidson on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildMichael Ambrosino, I couldn't agree more! I haven't been able to get through the series to see how badly it continued.
John B. Gray on Finding “Religious America” and “Lighthouse in Loleta”Good Day, When at WGBH I helped put together a Phonics Series for the Eastern Educational Television Network and the 21 Inch Classroom called Word Workers, Inc. This was in the 70's. Hosts were Louise McNamara and Frank Lane. I...
Ralph Schuetz on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildIt was great to see your "historical note", Jack. My own little piece of Julia Child history is that my very first assignment when I started working on the studio crew under Al Potter and Connie White was tearing apart...
Jack Caldwell on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildAn historical note might be appropriate here. Prior to joining WGBH in 1966, I was the new vp of distribution for NET (National Educational Television). This was pre-PBS and NET was based in NY. The engineering and distribution operations were...
Leah Weisse on Finding “Religious America” and “Lighthouse in Loleta”Contact the GBH Archives via email at: It looks like much of the series has been digitized but not cleared for online access. If enough of you push, maybe we can get it cleared, though I suspect there might...
Leah Weisse on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildIf anyone is interested, I did a very brief, very cursory look at how quickly the French Chef gained a national audience. Here is a quote from the 1963 WGBH Annual Report: Annual Report Fiscal 1963 WGBH-TV Channel 2, p....
Boyd Estus on Finding “Religious America” and “Lighthouse in Loleta”I am also interested in several of these films . Thanks
Michael Ambrosino (1956-1976) on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildSo much is false about that series I threw my shoes at the TV.
Michael Ambrosino on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildNET was not interested in a Cooking Show. Hartford Gunn, the Station Manager went so far as to invite the wives of the top three executives of NET to the evening the show went to color. WGBH distributed the show...
Ron Juncal on Finding “Religious America” and “Lighthouse in Loleta”I would also appreciate getting a copy . please let me know the cost and process. Thanks so much
Julie Guenther on Separating Fact vs. Fiction in the Life of Julia ChildI've just found this video and regret that I didn't have the chance to pose a question I've been wondering about. In the HBO Max series, the fictitious producer, Alice Naman, seems to revolutionize the industry by being (apparently) the...
David Elinoff on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesI have fond memories of Karl. We literally worked back to back in Video Village. It was great to have his company in that otherwise lonely room. I think I learned something new about him and video engineering every time....
Christine Sweet on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesHi Margo, good to see you here. I too have warm memories of Dave St. O., esp. from when we were part of the skeleton crew trapped at 125 Western during the blizzard of '78. I also remember Karl Lorencic...
Bob Nesson on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesIt's so good to know that people who worked together so long ago [in the late 60s, the 70s and on] are able to share loving memories of colleagues and friends like Karl. Our community is dwindling with each loss,...
Margo Garrison on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesI was so sorry to read about Karl and also Dave St.Onge. Both were supportive and helpful to me back in the 70’s when women in engineering were still a rarity. Karl had a quiet, knowing, and gentlemanly elegance about...
Elizabeth burton on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesI don’t remember him but is great hearing from those active in the 1960’s. We are still out therewith all our memories Elizabeth Burton
Dick Heller on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesIt was always good to know that Karl was working on your production. His precision and excellence and calm professional air were guarantees of high quality.
Steve Damas on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesKarl and I worked together in the engineering maintenance shop for years. They were good years because Karl made everyday enjoyable.
Chas Norton on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesKarl defined excellence; I was lucky to have worked with him.
john rogers on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesI was/am a better man for having known him
David Crane on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesKarl and I worked together in the 70's in Engineering doing a lot of work in the mobile unit. He was a good friend and was very professional and a great EIC. I will always remember him. May he rest...
Olivia Tappan on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesWhat I remember about Karl is his warm smile and his kind, thoughtful way of going about his work and his life. I am grateful to have known him.
Benny Krol on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesWhat can I say about Karl, everything that is good because that is who he was. I had the privilege and good fortune to have worked with Karl for many decades. I learned a great deal from him, not just...
Russ Fortier on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesKarl Lorencic had a refined sense of humor and irony. He was a most effective engineer; as precise as any, and tuned in to what the production needed from him. He made every show he worked on better and with...
Bill Charette on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesWords that come to mind when remembering Karl, precise, smiling, warm, gentleman, professional, dependable, deliberate. Quick to laugh, I guy you liked the moment you met him. Will always remember his gentle ways. RIP Karl.
Leo Demers on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesR.I.P. Amigo
Frederick M. Barzyk on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesLoved Karl. He always gave me a second look when I tried some crazy thing. But smiled and then went out to make it perfect... adding much to the idea with his creativity. Great memories... RSVP
Basil Chigas on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesKarl was a gentleman and professional.
Alex Pirie on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesA kind, calm, and thoughtful person! You always knew things were going to go steadily and well when Karl was there.
David Atwood on Karl Lorencic, 91, Engineer Across Four DecadesI loved working with Karl. He would patiently explain things to this young cameraman. One day we were in the shop looking for a tube (yes, those cameras had tubes!). He found the one he wanted then saw it said...
Paul Solman on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerYes, a lovely guy.
Nathaniel S. Johnson on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerAlways a pleasant and helpful fellow
John Rogers on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerGreat Boss. Great Guy. Good Friend.
David Crane on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerI was deeply saddened to hear about Dave's passing. We spent 10 years together at WGBH from 1971-1981 in the Engineering Dept. We did a lot of editing together over those years and were often referred to as the "A...
Lo Hartnett on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerSo sad to see colleagues passing on. Dave was a treasure. When fund raising got shipped over to 110 Western in early 70's, I'd enter 125 every morning and pass by engineering. Dave when out of his way to say......
Dick Heller on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerIt was always a pleasure to work with Dave. He was knowledgeable, helpful and supportive in many ways. RIP.
John Voci on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerDave brought so much to engineering and the technical operation of GBH-always with good cheer and a willingness to help.
Claudia Downey on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerLOVED working with Dave on Pops and Julia!! I’ve thought of him throughout the years. A lovely, funny man! Claudia Allyn Downey
Prestone on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerOne of the best of a great crew. Funny and patient; as Chas said a force for the positive. I am very sad to read of his passing.
Geoffrey P Miller on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerI learned so much from Dave. RIP
Jane Pikor on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerDave was the best. He never took anything about the job too seriously (he used to say, "after all, we get to do this"), but knew how important his role was in ensuring the success of 'GBH. I remember asking...
Chas Norton on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerDave was always a positive force!
Frederick f. Barzyk on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerA very sad day. David was always there with a smile and a helping hand. One of the true pioneers at WGBH. I am forever grateful that I had a chance to work him and know him. Rest in peace...
Stephanie Brown on Dave St. Onge, 75, Chief EngineerGood afternoon! Thank you, Jay, for keeping the Zoom alumnus, abreast on the lives of those who impacted the show.
Elizabeth (Cote) Rossi on Sonia Paz, 49, Production Coordinator for “Arthur”I was devastated to hear the news about Sonia’s passing. It was such a short while ago that she announced on her FB page that she was diagnosed with her cancer, and I mistakenly still thought she’d live forever. I...
Hilary Finkel Buxton on Sonia Paz, 49, Production Coordinator for “Arthur”Sonia was such a bright, vibrant spirit-- and I'm so glad to have known her at GBH. Deepest and heartfelt condolences to her friends and family.
William on ZOOM’s 40th ReunionIt's amazing I grew up watching this show as a kid I loved it I've often wondered what happened to the cast members.
Darleen Wilson on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerVery sad news, indeed! My heart goes out to his family.
Eleanor Jewett on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerI am very saddened by the news. It was always a pleasure when I ran into David around the building at 125. I didn’t report to David yet had such thoughtful conversations with him that I asked if we could...
Jay Collier on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerJean Liroff sent photos of David and some of the dogs he loved. https://www.wgbhalumni.org/2022/05/16/david-liroff/
Mike Enwright on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerDavid was one of the smartest people I have ever met. With all his technical abilities he was a man of the people. He and I shared many conversations over the years and I always valued his input. But most...
Chas Norton on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerAfter reading the comments about David, I realize that his ability to span boundaries and maintain a humane presence in the midst of so much de-humanizing technology is my take away. May we all emulate him - in our own...
Mary Kate Shea on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerRushing down a GBH hallway with that joyous lilt to his gait, David always had time for a quick chat. From my initial engineering job in 1983 to Ed Programming in 2006 there was one person from the strip who...
Julie Harrower Diaz on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerGreat memories John. What a special guy - sorry to hear of his passing.
Rusa Harju on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerSo sorry to hear of David Liroff's passing. I cannot begin to articulate what a wonderful man he was and how much I admired him.
John Kerr on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerOnce long ago Liroff beckoned to me to come in as I passed his office. "What is it?" I asked, staring at the large gizmo on his desk. It was the first MAC I'd ever seen. Liroff's delight at what...
Jim Lewis on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerEverything everyone has said about David is true. I want to add one more note, a humorous one. David knew jargon and latched onto quips faster than anyone I know. One of my favorites was "a blinding flash of the...
Sam Tyler on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerUpon meeting David Liroff for the second time, one's first impression was validated: This fellow is for real. What set him apart was the humor and the innate kindness with which he graced the organization. He was consistently optimistic, loyal,...
Jay Collier on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerEli Ingraham has shared several of her photos with David and they're posted here: https://www.wgbhalumni.org/2022/05/16/david-liroff/ If you have photos of David to share, send them to
Jay Collier on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerCurrent article: https://current.org/2022/05/david-liroff-former-vp-and-cto-for-gbh-dies-at-77/
Deborah Gibbs on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerFor some reason David started calling me Gibbs one day and I answered back Liroff. That continued for many years whenever we saw each other until one day I was in the elevator in 114 traveling between floors when the...
Larry Goldberg on David LiroffAll my memories of David are warm, friendly, full of energy and compassion. He was a great supporter of GBH's pioneering work in media accessibility, of course, because he cared about ... everyone. And such an inquisitive mind - I...
Ed Chuk on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerSo sad to hear of this news. David was an amazing man, not only brilliant in the world of broadcasting and media but could talk about anything from baseball to fixing brakes on cars. In the old 125 Western Avenue...
David G. Kanzeg on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerI worked with David at WOUB. He was always easy to talk to and fun to be with. Condolences to Jean.
Bob Nesson on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerDavid's passing, and all these poignant notes about his wonderful role as mentor and inspirer-in-chief at WGBH over the years bring tears to my eyes. I miss his smile and encouraging ways. David was non-judgmental and open to new and...
Robin Landerman Zucker on David LiroffDavid was a real champion of newbies (as I was in 1981). He was a caring, honest and positive mentor and executive. My sincere condolences to his family.
Jane Pikor on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerI am so very sorry to hear of David's passing. He truly was a gentleman and a scholar. For many years, he was my boss and my mentor at 'GBH, and he always had time and a kind word for...
Cynthia Broner (formerly Alperowicz) on David Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology OfficerSo many fond memories of "DBL," and a funny one: I always relied on David to decipher complex tech matters for any speech, script, or publication I was working on. One time, in the very early days of desktop computers,...