They are the on-air, microphone-toting, talking pirates minus one who walked the plank. iHeart Minneapolis has been an outstanding partner, and were pleased to secure a multi-year extension with Greg and his team, knowing theyll continue to provide best-in-class opportunities for fans to follow the Gophers, Gopher Sports Properties VP/GM Greg Gerlach added. deductible, Report a missed paper by emailingsubscribe@sltrib.comor calling801-237-2900, For e-edition questions or comments, contact customer support801-237-2900or emailsubscribe@sltrib.com. GordonMonson Even with those changes its still coo-coo land crazy. It's about what could and maybe should have happened off it. GordonMonson Some good perspectives. I do hope you have a large readership to support you. He told Rich Eisen that he recently had a conversation with his wife saying that he needed a new crusade in life. Yea, and there shall be many which shall teach after this manner, false and vain and foolish doctrines (2 Nephi 28:8-9), "I beseech of you that ye do not procrastinate the day of your repentance until the end; for after this day of life, which is given us to prepare for eternity, behold, if we do not improve our time while in this life, then cometh the night of darkness wherein there can be no labor performed. This archived news story is available It is known from one corner of the Earth to the other as the Church Whose Members Do Not Drink and Smoke. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Your suggestions are sound and I support you 100%. Like most things in religion, like most things should be in religion, its left up to the individual to decide, a little thing called agency, and its left up to everyone else to withhold negative judgment. Oh, well. A manager informed Boler and me of that decision minutes before we went on the air for our last show. Ill go on writing my column here, loving the written word, same as it ever was, for a while yet. Time. You werent in the position or frame of mind at a certain time in your life to do the mission thing? That would be ironic, since Im a lifelong member of that church, and was once offered a columnist job at the KSL-affiliated Deseret News, which I turned down. David James and I made the cut that had Jazz ownership cede control of the radio network to KSL broadcasting management. Everyone freaked out that the Mormons would cancel the show. Family is forever.. Content Creator. He was a top prospect, a 6-foot-7, 330-pound offensive tackle who had been a high draft pick, selected despite previously sending letters to NFL clubs saying he would decline any invitation. Would also add - stop transferring people's membership if they haven't asked for them to be transferred. Its love without conditions. Six Sigma Black Belt. As a consequence of BYU's inclusion into the Big 12 for the 2023-24 academic year, the football program will face scheduling difficulties likely requiring wholesale shuffling. or superseded by additional information. He, along with David James, are on the air Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Utah State belongs on BYU schedule going forward, Patrick Kinahan: Utah State belongs on BYU schedule going forward, Patrick Kinahan: Time comes for Utah to blow off quick fix at quarterback, Patrick Kinahan: Exploding interest in Sitake may open BYU's coffers, Simone Fontecchio is hopeful hot shooting game is 'not a one night stand', Utah Valley's outright WAC championship didn't earn top seed in Vegas. Hello! His students seemed happy. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. Probably true. Adventure Lover. Harper, the highest paid Latter-day Saint athlete, won the 2021 National League MVP award and routinely plays on Sundays. Shame, shame, shame. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. Along with current Jazz television broadcaster Craig Bolerjack, after being let go at the now-defunct KFAN, Monson helped create the original 1280 The Zone in 2001. Patrick is a radio host for 97.5/1280 The Zone and the Zone Sports Network. Rather than Bonneville dealing with sign a new one down the road, they decided to just pay him out the rest of it and be done with him. Why arent parts of Utahs prison being saved for historys sake. The three biggies: Do you believe in and worship God and Jesus Christ? But in a complex world, doing so is impossible, and its also irresponsible. The two things we wanted to avoid: cheap shots and cheerleading. Thanks Gordon. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. If you have thoughts of your own, send them along. The show made money. OK, since were starting a new year, lets try something wild and crazy here. Gordon was compensated greatly. If there are fifty people in a bar and they can tell its a catch, lets change the catch rule. Gordon Monson: Utah ends a season filled with victory with a hurtful defeat in the Rose Bowl There was a mix of sadness and gladness in the hearts of the Utes walking off the field at the Rose Bowl on Saturday Tribune columnist Gordon Monson writes. In full disclosure, the Zone's long-running morning DJ and PK is expected to air each weekday on the same two stations as usual. A recent quote I read: Theres no commandment that commands anyone to make sure other people keep commandments.. We were all pirates on an unpredictable ship, part of a general pattern of controlled chaos, with all the attendant foibles and shenanigans and fun, but also responsible reporting and sometimes brilliant, sometimes idiotic discussion and commentary. What is that fascination exactly? Click here to read Gordon full article. Family is comfort. But, as mentioned, it worked. Eagle Scout. Time. Check out our facebook forum where we discuss ideas that shape ourworld. Maybe some of this is already being addressed. .GordonMonson: This lifelong Latter-day Saint has 20 ideas for things he would change about the church, on the Word of Wisdom, tithing, full-time missions, how female members are treated, and more. Not a rebel. When the Cougars won, he did not follow through, thankfully. On occasion, we needed correcting. It's worth reading in depth. Sailor. Clean it up, girls. In pink tops and white pants, women celebrate free period products becoming available in Utahs state buildings, Proposal to boost Utah bar licenses gets smaller with another round of cuts by lawmakers, Moab, Park City cry foul as Utah lawmakers target rules for vacation homes. But managed and operated by Bonneville/KSL. An attempt by the powers-that-be to sanitize that or slant it or bottle it up would run counter to everything The Zone was meant to be, everything it should be, everything it was envisioned to be. Some folks need to be encouraged that . While one family might avoid watching television, another might see gathering around the TV for a movie or a sporting event or any other kind of entertainment as a fine family activity. He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it." We had some fun with that awkward circumstance over the next few hours, and then we walked away, making a different promise, this one to ourselves, one that would actually be kept to go out and build a new show on a new station that would do sports talk right. With tender feelings we announce that Thomas S. Monson, president and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died this evening at 10:01 pm in his home in Salt Lake City. KIRO Radio 97.3 FM and 710 ESPN Seattle are the . /r/Mormon is a subreddit for articles and topics of interest to people interested in Mormon themes. I'm surprised people still spend meaningful time listening to radio, I thought Gunther and Sean O'Connell were the most entertaining and got canned. They can be Republican, Democrat, conservative, progressive, outgoing, reserved, refined or rugged. Additional visits and contributions from Bolerjack and David Locke and a thousand guests made up a mix that provided some of the best sports talk ever in Salt Lake radio. Its genuine acceptance, unwavering protection and boundless devotion. When I kept reading it thinking This cant be true, this cant be true, I started thinking to myself I hope its truehes going to suck, and its gonna be so funny. The Jazz showed organizational self-confidence and security in agreeing to allow me and others to express whatever we saw fit to express. As far as I understand he will continue to write for the Tribune. Maybe doctrine will change, maybe it will never change. Such things wouldn't need to be changed and should stand the tests of time. Within months, after adding our morning show, the station was off and running, consistently remaining atop the ratings for sports radio. Im here because they asked and I have something to say.. Something that would be, with any luck, not seen as blasphemous or as an excuse to have me banned from a faith I believe in as it is, chucked out of a church I revere and of which I am happily a lifelong member. 2:472-Minute Listen. (Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Gordon Monson. Nice of you to show up. Radio is a fickle business. And he also testified unto the people that all mankind should be saved at the last day, and that they need not fear nor tremble, but that they might lift up their heads and rejoice; for the Lord had created all men, and had also redeemed all men; and, in the end, all men should have eternal life. (Alma 1:4). From the General Handbook of the church: As used here,apostasyrefers to a member engaging in any of the following: * Repeatedly acting in clear and deliberate public opposition to the Church, its doctrine, its policies, or its leaders, * Persisting in teaching as Church doctrine what is not Church doctrine after being corrected by the bishop or stake president, * Showing a pattern of intentionally working to weaken the faith and activity of Church members. Below are a few of the "interesting" ideas from his article. ), Donate to the newsroom now. Not on the show today? Please dont try to change them. Family is a circle of strength and love the safest place for our hearts to rest. Maybe the only funny one, I did too except he didn't have a great radio voice unfortunately. Theres nothing wrong with modesty, I get that. People around here only got bits and pieces of the whole. 9/30/21 2:08pm. GordonMonson Hilarious! They can wear a beard or long hair or flowing robes. - Queer Mormon Theology by Blaire Ostler, A recent quote I read: Theres no commandment that commands anyone to make sure other people keep commandments. - Gordon Monson. The Zone was meant to step up, not down, to stir thought, to break through tradition and conformity, to punch sacred cows and puncture sanctimony, to praise great performances and criticize lousy ones. He'll go back to 1320 and bring them all with him. Yo-ho, me hearties, we were unafraid to tell the truth, or at least our version of it. Its challenging mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. The instructor did not laugh. When seeking a job, share with your potential employer your desire to attend your Sunday meetings and keep the Sabbath day holy. The more sports talk around here, the better. The next youth leader who uses the chewed-stick-of-gum analogy for any girl who falls short of the moral-cleanliness standard so revered in church teachings would be put in timeout for a few months to rethink that comparison. His humor may catch you off guard, but he loves to see and hear people laugh. A report from Radar Online claims the reason Tom Brady wont begin his television duties with FOX Sports until 2024 is due to his desire to launch a career in standup comedy. Women arent ornaments to be properly covered or shined or kept, rather they are strong individuals who should think and decide for themselves. All rights reserved. In some cases, including my 20-year radio duration, he is directly responsible for breaking many into the business. They will be able to progress forever, with greater understanding, and know dividers between the three degrees of glory in the afterlife are more way stations than they are inescapable brick walls. Sometimes, that judgment is not withheld. GordonMonson He could have send a letter to the Q12, instead of whinnying on a leftist newspaper. That station was what became 1280 AM The Zone, later adding 97.5 FM The Zone. GordonMonson 100% in agreement with your 20 recommendations. Gone would be sermons that are all delivered exactly the same, with the same tone and tenor, as though they were all written by the same person, without the slightest hint of individuality. This is where the discussion here separates from poor me and turns to a much more important matter open reporting and free commentary in this town and state that is not controlled or swayed by a dominant overlord. GordonMonson I applaud your courage in writing this article. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, The Zone Sports Network founder and Salt Lake Tribune columnist Gordon Monson is out at the station. These guys did. only for your personal, non-commercial use. I too think its suspect. He is the morning host and producer for 89.3 WMKV in Cincinnati, OH. All rights reserved. We had both been tossed out by another local sports station because, as they said it, they no longer could afford to pay us. Too many people would rather get comfortable with sin, than becoming comfortable in God's presence. Patbagley GordonMonson Good list. Right there in Exodus 20:8 Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy., Study and stare as he might, he could not rearrange the scripture, not in his mind, to a more suitable, bendable Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy unless you can pile up enough stacks of cash in pro football to buy a mansion with a pool surrounded by a mote and five acres of manicured lawn, and a garage filled with a fleet of Ferraris., [Get more content like this in the Mormon Land newsletter, a weekly highlight reel of developments in and about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He knows he could be next. Monson was caught up in a business decision between the Jazz and Bonneville International Corp., which will manage the daily operations of The Zone Sports Network (97.5 FM and 1280 AM). Look at everyone the same, treat all the same, do business with them the same. As it turned out, through all the years, I could save other peoples jobs, but ultimately I could not save my own. BIG XII Coug. A cocksure host bet his life that BYU would lose to Oklahoma back in the day. When his lieutenants asked him what on Gods green earth he was doing, coming on a show with the other guys, he uttered the essence of what our station was about. A couple of us banged on then-BYU football coach Gary Crowton on the air so resolutely that he called the show to confront us. Also if family is defined as "love without motive, love without conditions", I wonder if or why he would oppose queer polygamy advocates like fellow member of the church Blaire Ostler who makes that exact same argument to support bringing back polygamy, but a more "expansive" polygamy. In some form or fashion, he has played a part in contributing to the employment of many on-air talent and producers across multiple stations. for this different, more expansive proclamation.6. From this vantage point, it's clear to see. Was it because, as a journalist, I couldnt endorse advertisers products on air? The action behind the scenes was every bit as crazy and entertaining as you might think it to be. But if you read his article he is quite serious even if he makes a few funny one liners. Not the real you. Bonneville also agreed to simulcast Utah Jazz games on KSL News Radio. Call it whatever you want, with or without the priesthood, but empower women. He also made a lot of money in the sale to the. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. You know, lets change the catch rule! One host, after losing a bet, incorrectly predicting that Utah would lose to BYU in the big rivalry game, had to dress as a Cougarette and read a poem in front of the entire Utes team, everybody busting their guts laughing. Football games will continue to air exclusively on KFAN. But it was published with him thinking he can be a standup comedian because Jane Fonda laughed at his jokes while filming 80 For Brady.. Drop the specific details and lose the personal confessions that should be left between each individual and God himself not an ecclesiastical leader who two or three years from now will transform back to the schlub who lives next door to you and your family. Forum Moderator. TempeCoug. For all the bravado and strong opinions, as Bolerjack states, above all Monson is a husband, father, grandfather and friend. Gordon Monson: The real story of the real hope for 97.5 and 1280 The Zone. In a deal made with the Jazz, there was an interloper on the scene. Tribune sports columnist Gordon Monson was ousted from his spot on The Zone's afternoon drive time show after 20 years behind the mic. Although he jokes he's an "oxymormon," he believes his experience gives him unique insight. Its who these guys are. OK, so Im judging others who judge. "The Queer Polygamy Model leaves room for same-gender and same-sex sealings, whether they are non-romantic, such as between my sister and me, or homosexual, such as between two wives. Trapper. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. If you sell your radio station, you will probably get fired from it if you arent very good. The man deserved a better send-off. And when women fall short of complete and perfect obedience, treat them with the same kindness and respect with and by which men are treated. Its relentless support through the highs and the lows. 9/30/21 2:09pm. They could be good, famous examples and missionaries for their church, stirring interest in matters of faith while suiting up and knocking the snot out of opponents on the Sabbath. I'm the Executive Producer of "The Big Show with Spence Checketts & Gordon Monson," #1 rated sports radio show in Utah, on the radio home of the Utah Jazz, The Zone Sports Network. . Was it because I voiced my own independent thoughts about sports and a wide range of other topics that made the folks at KSL uncomfortable? And, yes, he is LDS. All posts are copyrighted by their author. He called back within 15 minutes and said the radio company wanted to meet with us at 10 a.m. the next day. Roberts then argued that Bradys history of appearing in movies is much different from doing standup comedy, but added hed still like to see the seven-time Super Bowl winner make the attempt, but for the wrong reasons. Gordon Monson: Utah fans are everywhere, worshiping at college footballs cathedralTheres something about the Rose Bowl and its mystique, its history, its draw that brings people in. I fact-checked this nine times, because I said This can not be real, Roberts said. You werent in the position or frame of mind at a certain time in your life to do the mission thing? As far as radio goes, the time has passed Gordon by. They know who they are. A lot of members seem to miss this one, finding it a duty to be their brothers or sisters keeper, finding it more important to herd the flock in line, rather than caring, loving, supporting one another in a world that can, at times, already be brutal enough. "I'm not exaggerating when I say that most, if not all, of what I have in my life professionally, I owe to Gordon," said Scott Garrard, longtime midday host and Zone executive. He continued the papers long tradition recently by weighing in on what he thinks church leaders are getting wrong. Honestly, it's really creepy when this has happened to me over the last 20+ yrs. By the way, which is unhealthier banned coffee or permissible energy drinks that simultaneously spin the body and blow the mind in a thousand different directions? The closest he ever came to preachment was when he said: Anybody who claims to be a Christian has to have some thought about the Ten Commandments. Another called a high-ranking Utah administrator a liar. Something mostly outside my normal sphere of writing. As for those who feel left out or shamed when the question is asked at a church meeting How many of you served a full-time mission? In typical cases such as these in radio, most do but rarely get it. BIG XII Coug. Having said that I cant imagine youre in any danger of losing your membership. Through numerous station and personnel changes, Gordon Monson has been a staple across various radio parts. 9/30/21 2:09pm. . Press J to jump to the feed. Did Christ himself sip a little wine? It was 20 years ago this fall that Craig Bolerjack and I huddled up to discuss the birth of a new sports-talk radio station in Salt Lake City. Maybe a shout here and there. Bonneville sees the cost of Gordon Monson and decided they'll make more money without him. Family is constant. Do you support or promote any teachings, practices, or doctrine contrary to those of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?". Gordon Monson is a Mormon sports writer for the Salt Lake Tribune (a publication started by the Godbeites to attack church leaders and policies- true story). He didnt beat anybody over the head with his own personal, strident brand of righteousness, his higher standard. There was no sanctimony in his decision. Something different. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. GordonMonson This lifelong member should just leave the Mormon church until they can prove, using non-Mormon sources, that Reformed Egyptian was ever a real language GordonMonson Liked the article. Its a wonderful chance for growth and maturation for some. I hope he lands on his feet. All topics? It may be a wine bar, but a bar nonetheless!. Thank you for supporting local journalism. I don't feel comfortable copying and pasting the entire article. Heres what would be much better: For them to be known for their charity, for their Christlike acts, for their contributions to society. Sending young people on an extended unpaid, nonvacation to a place not of their choice is an intense deal, almost always, particularly when it includes landing in some foreign country, speaking a different language, surrounded by strangers, living in a jungle hut, eating different foods, often being under the supervision of other young people who may or may not know what theyre doing when it comes to helping one another, giving proper advice and guidance, and enforcing mission rules. Read more >>, GordonMonson I am happy in my beliefs the way I get are. Editors note This column is available to Salt Lake Tribune subscribers only. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. All sides of all topics? Will church-owned KSL celebrate critical thinking about sports and other topics, too? But with modern economics being what they are for most hardworking members everywhere, the strain and stress put upon believers who just want a certain quality of life would be lowered. What a remarkably interesting man. In an ironic twist, as he has pointed out since the deal was announced, Monson also saved several jobs of his friends over the years but couldn't save his own. His opinion piece on Elder Holland's BYU talk? No legitimate sports-talk station should shy away from such matters. GORDON MONSON hosts "The Gordon Monson Show" weekdays from 2-6 p.m. on 104.7 FM/1280 AM . Thats the way it should be, would be here. To those commenting: please stay on topic, remember to follow the community's rules, and message the mods if there is a problem or rule violation. GordonMonson Looks like father & son GordonMonson Miss Gordon GordonMonson I miss you on the radio. Dont think so? Its fighting hard, but loving harder. Michelle Monson Mosure's affidavit, for example, would have been admissible in 2001 the year she was killed but would have been inadmissible under Crawford three years later. Hopefully they can discuss this so it does not become a pattern. Likely there's going to be a LOT of talent (who KSL already pays) shared between TV, KSL, and the Zone. There's not a lot of on air talent in this market. The Minneapolis radio stations that have been the home to the University of Minnesota football and basketball teams will keep them for the foreseeable future. GordonMonson Im so glad I got out of the LDS church. Tough. Now that Bonneville International (owned by the church) now owns the radio station, Gordon Monson was let go. (There are more stories to tell, really fantastic stuff, and at some point in the future, I will write them.). That speaks for itself, or would, if it were done my way. Lets change the ruck rule, he said. Gordon Monson was not retained by Bonneville when the company took over operations of 97.5/1280 The Zone earlier this month. I wonder if he was suddenly let go without any fanfare due to his recent SL Trib column in response to Hollands BYU speech. GordonMonson GordonMonson I'm Glad bro Monson is not the Prophet- we'd look like every other religion out there. GordonMonson The fact that this needs such an overhaul to me is an indication that it is not the word of a God. "And, he's a deep thinker, pushing the envelope with commentary that allows the reader or listener to think outside the box. I liked the family proclamation part a lot. Traduzioni in contesto per "Voglio dirvi quanto amo" in italiano-inglese da Reverso Context: Voglio dirvi quanto amo e apprezzo i miei devoti consiglieri, il presidente Gordon B. Hinckley e il presidente Thomas S. Monson.

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