I first want to say that I agree that it is a sad day when an incredible radio professional like Dave McCormick loses his place on the air. Dave is a truly gifted broadcaster, and an excellent man.

For my part, I was offered an amazing opportunity to work with exceptional people on a truly exciting enterprise.

For people who don’t know me, it may seem odd that I would be hired to assist with programming a new radio venture.

But, for those who are aware of my past, both personally and professionally, it comes as no surprise at all.

Music is my first love. I got into radio when I was 15 to work with music.

I, like you Red, have had the extreme pleasure of being asked to work on television as well. But, never did I stop working with music.

So, at this point in my life, after having owned and operated my own business, and worked for almost all the major radio and television chains within Canada, I am, I believe, more than qualified to handle this new programming position.

I will not just be listening to what ‘the consultants’ have to say. Having worked on the CRTC application for this incredibly exciting new Pattison Broadcast Group station, I can’t wait to help bring a whole new sound of radio to Vancouver.

This new format is very much like the ones you started your broadcast career with, Red.

The kind of format where music is what really matters.

The dj’s and the listeners actually program what we play. Not just music charts or consultants from Nashville, or Toronto, or anywhere else for that matter.

I have always admired your contribution to Vancouver’s entertainment scene Red, and thanks for calling me a lovely woman.

Yours truly,

Tamara Stanners