L&B started on KFWB where, for a short while, they were broadcasting five-minute a day taped pieces by Bill Cosby ("Will Cos help our cause?"). They started in '66--when Lord Tim Hudson was the first hip British deejay in the L.A. Top 40 market (Michael Jackson was already on KFI as "Michael From Scotland Yard")--to the fall of '67 when KFWB was running weekly fantasy "computer boxing" matches with, say, Jack Johnson vs. Max Baer. L&B spoofed Batman among other other things.
These guys were the gold standard for radio personalities. I spent a month in the hospital in 1973. Every morning I listened to Al and Rodger, and they always had me laughing. I couldn't wait for another episode of light of my life. Thanks for posting this video, brought back fond memories during a rough road of my life.
Anyone remember the short-lived, syndicated television show these guys did together in the early Eighties? I believe it was called just, "The Lohman and Barkley" because their budget wouldn't allow for the purchase of a "Show." It was hilarious. I used to stay up late on Sunday nights to watch it on a distant, weak station that I could receive only after the local (Chattanooga) station went off-air. CuffColl.
some of us grew up on lohman and barkley which explains why some of us don't fit in well to polite society. actually, when i was a kid i had 2 kittens we named lohman and barkley. good night, w. eva schneider baloney wherever you are.
Whenever I see a "Longo Toyota" license plate frame, I remember the scratchy voice of Dominic Longo from GIANT Longo Toyota in GIANT El Monte, and Dominic's GIANT wife, Ethyl. They've never been matched -- what a shame they're gone!
Yes, KCET-channel 28 in Los Angeles did a program on Lohman and Barkley in the '70s, but I can't recall what year. It was a great show, I'd love yo find a video of that program, too.
One morning in 1986 Barkley stunned his long time partner and fans by suddenly getting up and walking out right in the middle of their show. It is said the two men never spoke to each other again and neither would ever talk about what happen that morning. Does anyone know what was behind this mysterious breakup?
@nakayle What happened was Roger called in his resignation on the phone..Since their contract was for a team,Lohman was out of a job..In September of 1986 KFI hired Los Angeles best radio host,Gary Owens for mornings. In mid 1987 Owens and Lohman teamed up,but it didn't work. Ironically, it was Owens who introduced Lohman to Barkley in 1963..When asked why he left, Roger Barkley said he needed a change.
@SaintDavidsEpiscopal Thanks for the info, SaintDavidsEpiscopal. I thought there must be something behind Barkley's sudden decision to leave and the fact (from what I read) that neither man would ever talk about it to anyone. In any case, its a sad end to a great era in radio.
Anybody still have that record album they put together, "Lohman & Barkley's First?" It was from their days at KFWB. I lost mine years ago. They had the "Lohman & Barkley Lemonade" jingle on there, as well as their impersonation of their newsman, David Rogers, and his daughter, "Little Denise Rogers, KFWB News-kid," all done in ridiculously deep voices. My favorite, though, was Mrs. Dickie Bandsback.
David Rogers was the best!! I am a little partial though as I am his kid. Not Little Denise, I am he youngest. His voice was incredible and he was an amazing man! I don't have any of his recordings but would love them as would his granddaughter! Thanks for the memory!
L & B were the greatest! W. Eva Schnieder Bologna and Ted J. Bologna. We used to get up extra early to listen to the first Light of My Life each day. Roger has been gone just over 10 years now. I really miss those guys!
L&B started on KFWB where, for a short while, they were broadcasting five-minute a day taped pieces by Bill Cosby ("Will Cos help our cause?"). They started in '66--when Lord Tim Hudson was the first hip British deejay in the L.A. Top 40 market (Michael Jackson was already on KFI as "Michael From Scotland Yard")--to the fall of '67 when KFWB was running weekly fantasy "computer boxing" matches with, say, Jack Johnson vs. Max Baer. L&B spoofed Batman among other other things.
hookalakah 3 weeks ago
These guys were the gold standard for radio personalities. I spent a month in the hospital in 1973. Every morning I listened to Al and Rodger, and they always had me laughing. I couldn't wait for another episode of light of my life. Thanks for posting this video, brought back fond memories during a rough road of my life.
MrSteelerfan58 3 months ago
Anyone remember the short-lived, syndicated television show these guys did together in the early Eighties? I believe it was called just, "The Lohman and Barkley" because their budget wouldn't allow for the purchase of a "Show." It was hilarious. I used to stay up late on Sunday nights to watch it on a distant, weak station that I could receive only after the local (Chattanooga) station went off-air. CuffColl.
CuffColl 6 months ago
some of us grew up on lohman and barkley which explains why some of us don't fit in well to polite society. actually, when i was a kid i had 2 kittens we named lohman and barkley. good night, w. eva schneider baloney wherever you are.
tishhead 9 months ago
Whenever I see a "Longo Toyota" license plate frame, I remember the scratchy voice of Dominic Longo from GIANT Longo Toyota in GIANT El Monte, and Dominic's GIANT wife, Ethyl. They've never been matched -- what a shame they're gone!
88Spieler 1 year ago
Yes, KCET-channel 28 in Los Angeles did a program on Lohman and Barkley in the '70s, but I can't recall what year. It was a great show, I'd love yo find a video of that program, too.
keca1430 1 year ago
Brilliant and beautiful!
7ReelsRanch 1 year ago
One morning in 1986 Barkley stunned his long time partner and fans by suddenly getting up and walking out right in the middle of their show. It is said the two men never spoke to each other again and neither would ever talk about what happen that morning. Does anyone know what was behind this mysterious breakup?
nakayle 2 years ago
@nakayle What happened was Roger called in his resignation on the phone..Since their contract was for a team,Lohman was out of a job..In September of 1986 KFI hired Los Angeles best radio host,Gary Owens for mornings. In mid 1987 Owens and Lohman teamed up,but it didn't work. Ironically, it was Owens who introduced Lohman to Barkley in 1963..When asked why he left, Roger Barkley said he needed a change.
SaintDavidsEpiscopal 9 months ago
@SaintDavidsEpiscopal Thanks for the info, SaintDavidsEpiscopal. I thought there must be something behind Barkley's sudden decision to leave and the fact (from what I read) that neither man would ever talk about it to anyone. In any case, its a sad end to a great era in radio.
nakayle 9 months ago
morning radio has not been the same since L&B left KFI.
jgc760 2 years ago 5
The best morning team ever!
Didn't KCET do a half hour on L&B. Someone must find it!
nomadicoder 3 years ago 7
Anybody still have that record album they put together, "Lohman & Barkley's First?" It was from their days at KFWB. I lost mine years ago. They had the "Lohman & Barkley Lemonade" jingle on there, as well as their impersonation of their newsman, David Rogers, and his daughter, "Little Denise Rogers, KFWB News-kid," all done in ridiculously deep voices. My favorite, though, was Mrs. Dickie Bandsback.
lpentis 3 years ago 7
David Rogers was the best!! I am a little partial though as I am his kid. Not Little Denise, I am he youngest. His voice was incredible and he was an amazing man! I don't have any of his recordings but would love them as would his granddaughter! Thanks for the memory!
Davidrogerskid 2 years ago
L & B were the greatest! W. Eva Schnieder Bologna and Ted J. Bologna. We used to get up extra early to listen to the first Light of My Life each day. Roger has been gone just over 10 years now. I really miss those guys!
Cletustheslackjawdds 3 years ago 8
Corwin Chester Sternhill with the webber! Light of My Life! Man, it's been along time.
psylentlarry 3 years ago 8