Jersey Shore Sports Radio Icon: Kevin Williams on WOBM Legacy, High School Sports, & The Magic of Local Media
On Episode 364 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re joined by Jersey Shore broadcasting legend Kevin Williams, the voice of WOBM and the Shore Conference for over 45 years. From calling Ocean County College hoops to launching the WOBM Christmas Classic and anchoring morning shows that became a soundtrack to generations of wrestlers, runners, and athletes, Kevin reflects on a lifetime in local sports media. We dive deep into the evolution of radio, the golden era of high school sports, the magic of Seaside summers, and what it means to serve a community with a microphone.Whether you grew up listening to him before wrestling meets or just love Jersey Shore nostalgia, this one’s a trip down memory lane—and a tribute to the storytellers behind the scenes.
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🧾 Show Notes:
0:00 – Welcome & show intro
0:53 – Why we highlight coaches outside the Power Four
1:26 – Honoring Kevin Williams’ 46-year career in Jersey Shore sports media
2:45 – Kevin's broadcasting origins at Ocean County College
4:56 – WOBM, the Shore Conference, and calling games pre-digital era
7:02 – Pork Roll vs Taylor Ham (it's not even close)
10:07 – His broadcasting school days in Philly during the “Rocky” era
14:15 – Breaking into the Ocean County Mall news booth
19:00 – The golden era of radio and how local media shaped communities
25:00 – Blind Faith, the Maria Marshall trial, and WOBM’s role
30:00 – 1998 Tom’s River Little League World Series run
33:00 – Watching future pros like Todd Frazier, Mike Gesicki, and Keith Elias grow up
37:00 – Life as a big fish in a small pond
41:00 – Bob Levy stories, mentorship, and legacy
47:00 – Why multisport athletes still matter
51:00 – Remembering legends: Christy Pierce & Rob Johnson
54:00 – Martin Truex Jr. and Southern Ocean pride
1:00:00 – Covering the Lakewood BlueClaws & minor league baseball memories
1:05:00 – Advice to young media professionals
1:10:00 – Kevin’s summer rituals, guilty pleasures, and favorite Shore spots
1:18:00 – Burgers, boardwalk slices, and Seaside nightlife in the '70s
1:24:00 – Final thoughts & tribute to Jersey Shore radio culture
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🧢 Topics include:
- History of WOBM & Shore Sports Network
- The rise of digital radio & the death of the local DJ
- The magic of multisport high school athletes
- Iconic Shore Conference legends: Todd Frazier, Christy Pierce, Rob Johnson
- Radio vs Podcasting: Then & Now
- Burgers, boardwalks, and Bamboo stories
🧾 Show Notes:
0:00 – Welcome & show intro
0:53 – Why we highlight coaches outside the Power Four
1:26 – Honoring Kevin Williams’ 46-year career in Jersey Shore sports media
2:45 – Kevin's broadcasting origins at Ocean County College
4:56 – WOBM, the Shore Conference, and calling games pre-digital era
7:02 – Pork Roll vs Taylor Ham (it's not even close)
10:07 – His broadcasting school days in Philly during the “Rocky” era
14:15 – Breaking into the Ocean County Mall news booth
19:00 – The golden era of radio and how local media shaped communities
25:00 – Blind Faith, the Maria Marshall trial, and WOBM’s role
30:00 – 1998 Tom’s River Little League World Series run
33:00 – Watching future pros like Todd Frazier, Mike Gesicki, and Keith Elias grow up
37:00 – Life as a big fish in a small pond
41:00 – Bob Levy stories, mentorship, and legacy
47:00 – Why multisport athletes still matter
51:00 – Remembering legends: Christy Pierce & Rob Johnson
54:00 – Martin Truex Jr. and Southern Ocean pride
1:00:00 – Covering the Lakewood BlueClaws & minor league baseball memories
1:05:00 – Advice to young media professionals
1:10:00 – Kevin’s summer rituals, guilty pleasures, and favorite Shore spots
1:18:00 – Burgers, boardwalk slices, and Seaside nightlife in the '70s
1:24:00 – Final thoughts & tribute to Jersey Shore radio culture
👊 Follow @aireybros
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