The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia

MAY LUNCHEON REVIEW

(left to right) Mike Volpe, Maura McKinney Mastro, Bobby Maffei, Kyle Brody
Joe Terry, Kenny Jeremiah, Frank Maffei and Billy Carlucci
Our Second Annual Rock & Roll Event
Bala Golf Club, Philadelphia
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
(Photos by Broadcast Pioneers President Jerry Klein)

On Wednesday May 18, 2011, we had yet another rock & roll history-making luncheon. It was all about fifties and sixties rock and roll. We took a stroll down memory lane to the days when Philly was the epicenter of this wonderful music. It began with our MC, former Broadcast Pioneers president and chairman of the board, and long-time WIBBAGE Good Guy, Frank X Feller, who kept the program moving along. It was an afternoon filled with once in a lifetime moments.

We had a tremendous line-up of guests and speakers including Danny and the Juniors (with members Joe Terry and Frank Maffei), member Kenny Jeremiah of the Soul Survivors, member Billy Carlucci of Billy and the Essentials, Mike Volpe, local singing star, and member Maura McKinney Mastro (daughter of legendary broadcaster Jack McKinney). Mike Volpe also introduced us all to his young protégé, Kyle Brody.

It all took place at the beautiful Bala Golf Club, 2200 Belmont Avenue in Philadelphia, just minutes away from Channels 6, 10 and 17, plus the radio stations in Bala Cynwyd. Meet and greet (networking) started at noon with lunch served at 12:30 pm.

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HEARD AFTER THE LUNCHEON....

“This was fabulous. I am very glad I was here. Rock ‘n Roll is here to stay and Broadcast Pioneers will keep it that way!” Paul Big Bear

“It was the most fantastic luncheon we have ever had. Broadcast Pioneers brought out the best!” Mike Brooks

“It was really fun to see everybody. The audience interaction was wonderful. It was really cool to see some of the originals.” Kyle Brody

“The people were fantastic. I thought it was a fabulous afternoon.” Lynn Angelini

“It was a great afternoon. We had a great time.” Lisa Brody

“I enjoyed every minute of today’s program. All the folks who were here, these are famous people!” Frank Murphy

“I thought it was just great. I can’t believe all these talented people. I was honored to be a part of the program.” Maura McKinney-Mastro

“I love Broadcast Pioneers. What a great organization. I’m so proud to be a part of it. Everybody was great, it was a great afternoon.” Kenny Jeremiah

“I think it was fantastic. Everybody was so sensational. This was tremendous and we appreciate being a part of it.” Joe Terry

“I thought it was great. A great afternoon.” Kathleen Scullian

“I had a great time. I love doing this. It’s a great luncheon that Gerry Wilkinson puts together.” Billy Carlucci

“I am so excited about today. I danced on Bandstand for years, it was like being back on the show. I’m from LA but want to come back more often.” Bunny Gibson