We Want More Special Delivery

[DJNewStyle]

I'm a fan of Special Delivery with Sam and Dave and it's a shame that they're relegated to a Saturday night spot - I think those guys have what it takes to thrive during the week in their own daily slot.

I've started an email campaign to bring attention to the show and take a very remote shot at getting them on during the week. If you'd like to help, please email Jeremy.Coleman@siriusxm.com and let him know how much you value Special Delivery and that you'd like to hear them during the week.

[Caseyelan]

Cut of your jib=liked.

[JimBeam]

I've never listened to anything by Dave other than his work on R&F which for the most part I loved.

With that said where during the week would they play a Special Delivery show ?

I doubt they'd cut any O&A or R&F replays so where would the open spot be ?

[Lady Resin]

I would Love to hear SD daily. But Dave would still have to commute. Would they give him more money if they had a show? Just asking. I'm really behind this idea.

[Caseyelan]

As talent, I would think so. A daily show would have to pay a bit more and I don't think they are just limited to putting them on 202!

[Lady Resin]

I wonder if Sam is up to having 3 radio shows! I'll give it a shot!

[Pestz4Evah]

I always thought O&A in the mornings, with S&D middays, and R&F in afternoon drive would be a killer lineup.

But seriously, find anywhere on the platform to play them and I'll listen everyday.

[Nanook]

I'm in. Worth a shot!

[DJNewStyle]

I've never listened to anything by Dave other than his work on R&F which for the most part I loved.

With that said where during the week would they play a Special Delivery show ?

I doubt they'd cut any O&A or R&F replays so where would the open spot be ?

I honestly don't care what channel they're on as long as I'm a subscriber. I'm fully capable of switching the channel. Obviously there are ties to 202, but I think any listener would agree that they go beyond them with nearly every topic.

If they want to show some balls, switch up the entire schedule:

Opie and Anthony 7AM-11AM (4 hours)
Special Delivery 11AM-3PM (4 hours)
Ron and Fez 3PM-7PM (4 hours)
O&A Replay 7PM-11PM (4 hours)
R&F Replay 11PM-3AM (4 hours)
S&D Replay 3AM-7AM (4 hours)

This keeps O&A in their morning slot, gives R&F a better part of the day, adds new live programming to the schedule - and replays don't have to be hodgepodged and hacked apart to fit anything.

[BradWI]

That schedule would never work. Everyone knows O&A need to be on during morning and afternoon drive, on both coasts. S&D should aim for another channel to get this to work.

[DJNewStyle]

That schedule would never work. Everyone knows O&A need to be on during morning and afternoon drive, on both coasts. S&D should aim for another channel to get this to work.

The schedule I outlined puts them in East coast mornings and West coast afternoon drive. As it is, Ron and Fez barely have a replay. If they're ever serious about turning The Virus into something more than Opie and Anthony they need to retool the schedule. Replaying the show over and over is tedious and has made a lot of people flip to something else - and Sirius should hope it's another satellite channel - but sadly, they don't offer much else in the way of humorous talk radio. So a lot of the people who feel the way I do about this turn to podcasts.

202 has such potential, but they never seem to realize it because no one ever gets beyond the false notion of O&A needing 4 timeslots. If people miss the show, they have a replay. If they miss that there's always audible. I'd bet a lot of listeners aren't as diligent in their listening these days because they know they can turn on 202 at any time of the day and listen to that day's show. It seems like a convenience, but it is turning people off. Too much exposure and saturation in an already captive audience. Perhaps there would be more heat if they had to be scheduled into people's lives. More excitement, more of a desire to get caught up. Instead, their fans are forcefed stuff they've already heard twice.

I'm pretty aware that this schedule isn't going to be adopted, but something needs to be done.

[instrument]

R&f should be 8-11....or 12 i guess... force fez to deal directly with his sundowners and inability of being funny.

[n0thng2bdone]

sent a short letter just letting them know that Dave is radio gold

[vilechild]

as a constant listener, another original live show would be a much welcomed edition to the line up. my e-mail has been sent. SnD daily... yes, plz.

[STC-Dub]

Worth a shot I suppose, perhaps the direct e-mail will work. I know I have had no success e-mailing Sirius before, it took them two months to get my online working and they get money for that.

[The Fagster]

Why doesn't Sirius move Special Delivery to Stars Too? They are dying for content on that channel.

[FungFlex]

Sent in my 450+ kind words to Jeremy...very respectful and didn't say a single mean thing.

I think for this to work we have to remember to keep it very civil but still show in numbers.

I miss Dave from the show in a big big way.

[arak]

I WANT MORE SPECIAL DELIVERY!!! Dave McDonald is the funniest person every...miss him on Ron & Fez.

[vespuch]

I just emailed this character on Dave's behalf. This whole situation is FUBAR. I miss Dave's shananigans. Ron seems so sad. This needs to get resolved IMMEDIATELY!

[helterskeletor]

I emailed.

[Contra]

Its too good of an idea for sirixm to like it

[FromUndaCheese]

emailed as soon as I saw the address.

[Dougie Brootal]

The schedule I outlined puts them in East coast mornings and West coast afternoon drive. As it is, Ron and Fez barely have a replay. If they're ever serious about turning The Virus into something more than Opie and Anthony they need to retool the schedule. Replaying the show over and over is tedious and has made a lot of people flip to something else - and Sirius should hope it's another satellite channel - but sadly, they don't offer much else in the way of humorous talk radio. So a lot of the people who feel the way I do about this turn to podcasts.

202 has such potential, but they never seem to realize it because no one ever gets beyond the false notion of O&A needing 4 timeslots. If people miss the show, they have a replay. If they miss that there's always audible. I'd bet a lot of listeners aren't as diligent in their listening these days because they know they can turn on 202 at any time of the day and listen to that day's show. It seems like a convenience, but it is turning people off. Too much exposure and saturation in an already captive audience. Perhaps there would be more heat if they had to be scheduled into people's lives. More excitement, more of a desire to get caught up. Instead, their fans are forcefed stuff they've already heard twice.

I'm pretty aware that this schedule isn't going to be adopted, but something needs to be done.



My god.... I never thought I would say this, but I agree with everything djnewstyle just said.


I feel so dirty...

[acashin]

Emailed. Haven't listened much to SD just want the guy paid what he's worth for R&F. I think 29k should be about right. I kid because I love.

[QueensideDave]

I emailed as well. I pointed out that S&D might be better at reaching a younger audience which could potentially be new subscribers.

[QueensideDave]

I think Opie was saying on the show that Sirius was paying him as a producer and not on air talent. On S&D he would be a host, not a producer so maybe that's worth something extra to them.. if for nothing else than to keep them from going elsewhere.

[Dougie Brootal]

Oh yeah, I emailed.

[DJNewStyle]

Glad to see everyone sending email. If you know of anyone who enjoys Special Delivery, Dave, or Sam - send them a link to this thread. Obviously business is made with numbers, so let's get as many people as possible to post their feelings about the matter in a frank, respectful tone.

[NewYorkDragons80]

Glad to see everyone sending email. If you know of anyone who enjoys Special Delivery, Dave, or Sam - send them a link to this thread. Obviously business is made with numbers, so let's get as many people as possible to post their feelings about the matter in a frank, respectful tone.

Don't forget professional. Now is not the time to use humor or make an inside reference to the show. The goal here is to send the most credible e-mail possible. IMO, if you send via an e-mail address that is your name rather than a nickname/username, that will help your credibility as a serious patron of their service with an income they should be desirous for. Just my $.02

[DJNewStyle]

Don't forget professional. Now is not the time to use humor or make an inside reference to the show. The goal here is to send the most credible e-mail possible. IMO, if you send via an e-mail address that is your name rather than a nickname/username, that will help your credibility as a serious patron of their service with an income they should be desirous for. Just my $.02

Absolutely. I think they're aware of their skill, but we need to make them aware of just how much they're valued. Our opinions will be heard and trusted if they're sincere and coming from a real person.

[Caseyelan]

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Here's a mid-thread chuckle for everyone!!!!!

[Hottub]

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Here's a mid-thread chuckle for everyone!!!!!

You failed with the chuckle.






















That got an LOL!!:thumbup:

[Dell]

You failed with the chuckle.






















That got an LOL!!:thumbup:

I was afraid to chuckle...is that someone from the board?

[DJNewStyle]

I was afraid to chuckle...is that someone from the board?

Just a couple of sheet cake enthusiasts!

[Space Edge]

Emails are good but what about physical snail mail letters?

[ozzie]

Email sent.

Copies available upon request.

[ozzie]

Another person to contact, from Jeff's thread:

Fan of EastSideDave? Fan of Special Delivery? Let the brass know! E-mail the following email addresses with your reasons as to why Dave and SD should be on Sirius air FULL TIME in their own slot: Jeremy.Coleman@siriusxm.com, Steve.Blatter@siriusxm.com. This is your opportunity to preserve the future of talk radio by giving the new blood a chance to stake their claim.

Thanks!,
The What Show
www.thewhatshow.com

[FungFlex]

E-mail sent to Bladder now, should we also send these straight to Mel K. or is that actually not a good idea?

[DJNewStyle]

I would say stick to the programming guys - jeremy and blatter.

[spoon]

I honestly don't care what channel they're on as long as I'm a subscriber. I'm fully capable of switching the channel. Obviously there are ties to 202, but I think any listener would agree that they go beyond them with nearly every topic.

If they want to show some balls, switch up the entire schedule:

Opie and Anthony 7AM-11AM (4 hours)
Special Delivery 11AM-3PM (4 hours)
Ron and Fez 3PM-7PM (4 hours)
O&A Replay 7PM-11PM (4 hours)
R&F Replay 11PM-3AM (4 hours)
S&D Replay 3AM-7AM (4 hours)

This keeps O&A in their morning slot, gives R&F a better part of the day, adds new live programming to the schedule - and replays don't have to be hodgepodged and hacked apart to fit anything.

I honestly never thought they'd go so long without killing this replay all day mode and having actual on-air talent/live shows up until at least 12 am. Replay from there, but in the least give us a new late-night/evening show live. To be honest, I loved O&A best in drive home slot and R&F in the evenings. Those times bring out the best in both hosts and listeners in my mind, so why not be original and back a fully loaded talk station and stop pussy footing around this whole channel in a bs way. You'll never know it's fully potential until you man the fucking wheel versus the bullshit they've pushed on us for years now. I actually feel ripped off in that capacity.

[spoon]

The schedule I outlined puts them in East coast mornings and West coast afternoon drive. As it is, Ron and Fez barely have a replay. If they're ever serious about turning The Virus into something more than Opie and Anthony they need to retool the schedule. Replaying the show over and over is tedious and has made a lot of people flip to something else - and Sirius should hope it's another satellite channel - but sadly, they don't offer much else in the way of humorous talk radio. So a lot of the people who feel the way I do about this turn to podcasts.

202 has such potential, but they never seem to realize it because no one ever gets beyond the false notion of O&A needing 4 timeslots. If people miss the show, they have a replay. If they miss that there's always audible. I'd bet a lot of listeners aren't as diligent in their listening these days because they know they can turn on 202 at any time of the day and listen to that day's show. It seems like a convenience, but it is turning people off. Too much exposure and saturation in an already captive audience. Perhaps there would be more heat if they had to be scheduled into people's lives. More excitement, more of a desire to get caught up. Instead, their fans are forcefed stuff they've already heard twice.

I'm pretty aware that this schedule isn't going to be adopted, but something needs to be done.

Case and point me....I tune in to both political and sports talk radio during pretty much all the replay slots if I'm doing work at the comp or just hanging around with the radio on. I like live convos and discussions that if I feel the urge I can call and add or subtract from. I hardly ever use spoon as my name though. Some of us aren't the star fuckers / attention whores out there like Gvac and Mikeyboy. :lol:

And hell, both their calls are something most would never like to claim. That's right you hippies! :wub:

[disneyspy]

Emails are good but what about physical snail mail letters?

ABSOLUTELY!! the hand written letter with a stamp is the most effective way of communicating a desire because it shows you actually took the time to and spent the money to have yourself heard,in IE one hand written letter is worth a thousand emails and i imagaine (because i havent been in the field in awhile) about a million tweets

[spoon]

I refuse to mail shit until ESD returns my star wars cookie cutters.

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fucking asshole :furious:

[ozzie]

I honestly never thought they'd go so long without killing this replay all day mode and having actual on-air talent/live shows up until at least 12 am. Replay from there, but in the least give us a new late-night/evening show live. To be honest, I loved O&A best in drive home slot and R&F in the evenings. Those times bring out the best in both hosts and listeners in my mind, so why not be original and back a fully loaded talk station and stop pussy footing around this whole channel in a bs way. You'll never know it's fully potential until you man the fucking wheel versus the bullshit they've pushed on us for years now. I actually feel ripped off in that capacity.

That's the exact sentiment of what I've put into my emails to them.

Most of us got in the habit of tuning in to WNEW and... "Rippin' the Knob Off, Maaaan!".

How many of us sat through Eddie Trunk and ended up digging his show just because the station was already on? Hell, I even stayed tuned to that gay Loveline show after R&F went off.

Adding SD to the lineup means more crossover and promotion to their current shows, and more live, original programming means more people listening longer.

There's no reason not to have live programing from morning drive through evenings.

This is the only XL station they've got. (That I know of. I don't flip around much)

This is what is unique about satellite radio. This is shit you can't get from terrestrial. This is a reason to fucking PAY for radio.

It's what the company should be investing in, and promoting. It's what will bring in new subscribers.

[hanso]

I'm all for more live content. And am surprised there are even programmers at work. As I have never seen the schedule change the whole time I have been tuning in.

I do like the one you drew up. One thing though. Sam would never have any time off.

[Lady Resin]

Sam would never have any time off.

But he'll have 3 radio shows!:innocent:

[DJNewStyle]

I'm all for more live content. And am surprised there are even programmers at work. As I have never seen the schedule change the whole time I have been tuning in.

I do like the one you drew up. One thing though. Sam would never have any time off.

If Sam's doing a show fulltime I'm pretty sure he wouldn't stay on as a producer on O&A, but with this schedule, he could since his show would be after O&A.. but that would be an insanely long day.

[hanso]

He also does that pop hits music channel that Kenny makes fun of him on.

[Fillmore Slim]

This is an absolute joke. Why are you setting people up for failure? If Sirius gave a shit as to what we think Dave would still be on RnF.


And it's great how you worked out all the programming seeing as you have no idea what OnA's or RnF's contract say. ie specific time slots and replay schedule.

[Space Edge]

ABSOLUTELY!! the hand written letter with a stamp is the most effective way of communicating a desire because it shows you actually took the time to and spent the money to have yourself heard,in IE one hand written letter is worth a thousand emails and i imagaine (because i havent been in the field in awhile) about a million tweets

I do believe a written letter might speak louder since emails can be set up to go to a bulk mail server or easily filtered out. I'm not knocking the email campaign but I think some written letters could also help the cause.

[STC-Dub]

Flower always work. :wink:

[midwestjeff]

Emails are good but what about physical snail mail letters?

Or maybe a telegram. That way they'll really know you mean business.

If you do send a letter, use a carrier pigeon. It's more professional.

I sent them a candygram.




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[mikeh264]

I sent my email. Great idea - thanks.

[spoon]

I'm not agreeing to dj's schedule, just the need for the addition/trial of new LIVE shows. Who man them always make for fodder for all the old shows, and of course new blood overall. I hated Don and Mike, but the fights were awesome. I didn't really like Farrel (sp?), but his whacked persona (fake?) added a ton of material to the other shows again.

No matter what, it's EASILY better than listening to the same old ass clowns AGAIN on replay playing lazy radio poison games like search search hurry up and search or the countdowns that only make the repeats more often. Sorry, the virus needs some new blood and definitely some late night slots.

I do however think BOTH sam and dave need straight men and don't necessarily blend all that well. I like both in their own worlds, but together I've never been a big fan. Hate to say it, but it's just my opinion. Regardless of opinion on pairings and show lineups, the channel needs the infusion of youth/new blood/new shows.

[Penelope]

I sent a nice e mail. I'm not going to get my hopes up too much though. Still crushed over the fuck you Sirius gave me by not giving Dave a raise.

[Rhah]

I wouldn't mind seeing Sam and Dave replace Jason Ellis on Faction :clap:

[Penelope]

Yay! Can't wait to hear Dave tonight. He hasn't even been tweeting much lately. I miss him so much. I love you Dave, so very much.

[midwestjeff]

Better watch out Casey, looks like someone is trying to get all up on yo' man.

Dare I say.....


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[Suspect Chin]

Anyone going to have a chat room up during S&D? I know disneyspy is usually good for this.

[Bowel]

Seriously, why didn't Dave do the show solo when Sam couldn't show up?

[Suspect Chin]

Seriously, why didn't Dave do the show solo when Sam couldn't show up?

Obviously there is a culture of letting your partner drag you down that thrives on that channel.

[Lady Resin]

He mentioned that he was going to the Yankee game. Maybe it was a long day for him.

[Penelope]

Better watch out Casey, looks like someone is trying to get all up on yo' man.

Dare I say.....


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Hah! I missed this post. If you are referring to me . . . I love Dave, but not that way. (I've heard his so called sexy talk he does, yuck) He just makes me laugh, even on my worst days Dave can usually make me laugh.
I've been on vacation this week, so I haven't been able to get my East Side Dave T shirt that I know is waiting at home for me.

[Caseyelan]

Seriously, why didn't Dave do the show solo when Sam couldn't show up?

Sam had a wedding that he couldn't get out of.

[Fillmore Slim]

Sam had a wedding that he couldn't get out of.

Right but the question was, why didn't Dave do the show by himself. He missed a good opportunity.

[STC-Dub]

Didn't Dave have a hard time just getting the solo hour he got when he was a full time employee? Pepper also mentioned that Dave was unable to find a board op on one of the shows this week.

[Caseyelan]

Right but the question was, why didn't Dave do the show by himself. He missed a good opportunity.

Because there was no board op available that night.

[Fillmore Slim]

Because there was no board op available that night.

Damn, that sucks.

[TjM]

Opie should have stepped up

[Lady Resin]

I hope Erock or Hicks is available tomorrow night.:glurps:

[Penelope]

I hope Erock or Hicks is available tomorrow night.:glurps:

Word. It feels like months since I've heard Dave on the radio.

[Caseyelan]

they will be live tomorrow!!

[disneyspy]

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[Death Metal Moe]

I should be home by then, looking forward to a new Special Delivery. Conrad Bain needs to rape Goddamn it!

[indymike]

Shows on! Make sure to tune in!

[UnknownPD]

Is Saturday's show available anywhere?

[Death Metal Moe]

Is Saturday's show available anywhere?

It's on their official website's message board.

Link (http://specialdeliveryfans.com/)

[UnknownPD]

It's on their official website's message board.

Link (http://specialdeliveryfans.com/)

Thanks Moe. Guess I just shoulda used the google...

[Set Theorist]

Great thread. I'm in!!! S and D every day. That, and move the R and F replay up.
Enough with the fuckin' O and A replays. It's time Serius recognize the REAL 202 talent.

[Penelope]

Is Special Delivery on tonight? I hope so.

[Caseyelan]

Why yes Penelope.... it is.

[Dell]

I am now the coolest eco-friendly guy at the grocery...

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[Caseyelan]

FYI Dave is starting a new gig tmw at 6am.
Not a talk show.

Check it out here:

http://wbjb.org/home.php/listen/

[Lady Resin]

FYI Dave is starting a new gig tmw at 6am.
Not a talk show.

Check it out here:

http://wbjb.org/home.php/listen/

Listening to it now. I like it! I can't wait to tune in tomorrow! :clap:

[disneyspy]

Listening to it now. I like it! I can't wait to tune in tomorrow! :clap:

i'll expect a spy report in the form of a tweet cuz i have to work and no nets on a golf green

[Lady Resin]

i'll expect a spy report in the form of a tweet cuz i have to work and no nets on a golf green

No problem. I have to get the feel of the station to when they break away from music to go to news and traffic. I tried to get the station on the Bose. To weak of signal. Going to have to listen online. :bye:

[aceofspades7]

FYI Dave is starting a new gig tmw at 6am.
Not a talk show.

Check it out here:

http://wbjb.org/home.php/listen/

So what's this new gig? I haven't listened to the latest special delivery yet...

[Lady Resin]

So what's this new gig? I haven't listened to the latest special delivery yet...

He started this morning. He does local news for the Central &South Jersey. I heard him do news twice. He was on for about 3-4 minutes eash time. He had a short conversation with the DJ. I heard him do the news twice. I had to run at for about an hour. I'm not sure if he did it again while I was out. He sounded so, um, prefessional. I'm sure once he gets comfortable he may talk more. It has to be tough to go from XM to terrestial. I'll be listening again for the rest of the week.:smile: