Broadcast Pioneers

11/12/2024

LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS IS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13th

Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Presents
Another Third Wednesday Luncheon:

“Holiday Mix and Mingle Jingle”

Join us for holiday FUN!
Music! Games! Trivia! And a delicious luncheon!

YOUR HOST:
TV personality Ray Murray!

The PROGRAM:
Music from:
Billy Carlucci
The Wilson Family Band
and favorite holiday recordings with DJ Dave.

MORE HOLIDAY FUN:
Trivia and games with Ray, Leigh and Lora and YOU!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Mix and mingle starts at 11:45 a.m.

At the McCall Golf Club

Tickets :
Advance registration required: Tickets are only $35 for members, $40 for guests and non-members plus a nominal on-line transaction fee of about $4 per ticket.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-december-2024-luncheon-tickets-1093812104449?aff=oddtdtcreator

McCall Golf Club
201 N Lynn Blvd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

McCall Golf Club has free parking across from the ballroom building as well as further down the parking lot towards the golf course.

Last day to buy tickets is Friday, December 13th, at noon.

NO WALK INS – No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.

Questions can be sent to [email protected] or
call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

Broadcast Pioneers Present

10/12/2024

We are very sad to announce that member Pam Tuckey has died.
She was the wife of member Todd Tuckey.
We fondly remember her smile and friendliness as she and Todd attended Broadcast Pioneers' activities.
We will miss her. May she rest in peace.

04/12/2024

Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Presents
Another Third Wednesday Luncheon:

“Holiday Mix and Mingle Jingle”

Join us for holiday FUN!
Music! Games! Trivia! And a delicious luncheon!

YOUR HOST:
TV personality Ray Murray!

The PROGRAM:
Music from:
Billy Carlucci
The Wilson Family Band
and favorite holiday recordings with DJ Dave.

MORE HOLIDAY FUN:
Trivia and games with Ray, Leigh and Lora and YOU!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Mix and mingle starts at 11:45 a.m.

At the McCall Golf Club

Tickets :
Advance registration required: Tickets are only $35 for members, $40 for guests and non-members plus a nominal on-line transaction fee of about $4 per ticket.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-december-2024-luncheon-tickets-1093812104449?aff=oddtdtcreator

McCall Golf Club
201 N Lynn Blvd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

McCall Golf Club has free parking across from the ballroom building as well as further down the parking lot towards the golf course.

Last day to buy tickets is Friday, December 13th, at noon.

NO WALK INS – No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.

Questions can be sent to [email protected] or
call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

24/11/2024

Congratulations to our new Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame inductees! A round of applause for: Larry Andersen, Don Bell, Tina Costello, Ed Dress, Andre Gardner, Vince Giannini, Loraine Ballard Morrill, Steve Nikazy, Bernie Prazenica And the 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi.

13/11/2024

PLEASE NOTE:
DEADLINE for TICKET PURCHASE is FRIDAY, Nov 15, 12 noon.
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BROADCAST PIONEERS OF PHILADELPHIA PRESENT
The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia 2024 Hall of Fame Gala

Hosted by Scott Palmer & Jim Donovan.

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Friday, November 22, 2024
6:00pm Welcome Reception
7:00pm Dinner and Program

Honoring this year’s Inductees to the Hall of Fame:

Larry Andersen, Don Bell, Tina Costello, Ed Dress, Andre Gardner, Vince Giannini, Loraine Ballard Morrill, Steve Nikazy, Bernie Prazenica

And the 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

Individual Tickets $135 each.
Tables of 10 $1,350

Please email the guest list for your table to: [email protected]

For Sponsorships and Program Ads please contact: [email protected]

The 2024 Gala honors this year’s Inductees to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Person of the Year!

The 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

A reporter and anchor for CBS Philadelphia from 1982 to 2015, she is a Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame 2000 inductee, the first woman TV news anchor to be named to the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and now an honored philanthropist and community spokesperson.

2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

Larry Anderson,
former major-league relief pitcher and Phillies Radio Color Commentator since the 1998 season.

Don Bell,
CBS News Philadelphia Sports Director and Emmy Award winning Sportscaster.

Tina Costello,
Account Representative for Beasley Media Group.

Ed Dress,
Content Producer for TUTV-Temple University, former Emmy Award winning Investigative Producer for NBC10 and WCAU-TV.

Andre Gardner,
102.9 WMGK Afternoon Host.

Vince Giannini,
retired Senior Vice President and General Manager of WPHL-TV.

Loraine Ballard Morrill,
News and Community Affairs Director for iHeartMedia, Philadelphia.

Steve Nikazy,
retired long-time News Anchor and Reporter’s Roundup Host at KYW Newsradio.

Bernie Prazenica,
President and General Manager of WPVI-TV/6abc.

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Eventbrite link to purchase tickets -

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-2024-hall-of-fame-gala-tickets-998729616167

NO WALK INS - No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.

No tickets after November 15, 2024 - Noon

Questions can be sent to [email protected] or call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

03/11/2024

Here is the link to a video, originally recorded in 2004 (screen caption says 2007), retrieved from the Broadcast Pioneers archives, and remastered in 2013 for the BP YouTube Channel.

Bill Webber emcees the luncheon, introducing Wally Kennedy speaking of his life, ultimately leading to an exemplary on air radio and TV career, where he gives credit to familiar Broadcasting personalities.

This is an example of many informative and entertaining moments we have experienced through the years, documenting the history and the experiences of broadcasters.

02/11/2024

Obituary for Wally Kennedy, including funeral arrangements.
https://www.jamesterryfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Walter-John-Wally-Kennedy?obId=33597231&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1tonsdL268MuZbidr5g0K7FRIBlkHt4rNSVcWbKO_MrDVSk1T-4KDx9EE_aem_9DMMuJQOqhCJlabkVcQueg

01/11/2024

PLEASE NOTE:
Deadline for ticket purchase is Nov 15, 12 noon.
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BROADCAST PIONEERS OF PHILADELPHIA PRESENT
The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia 2024 Hall of Fame Gala

Hosted by Scott Palmer & Jim Donovan.

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Friday, November 22, 2024
6:00pm Welcome Reception
7:00pm Dinner and Program

Honoring this year’s Inductees to the Hall of Fame:

Larry Andersen, Don Bell, Tina Costello, Ed Dress, Andre Gardner, Vince Giannini, Loraine Ballard Morrill, Steve Nikazy, Bernie Prazenica

And the 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

Individual Tickets $135 each.
Tables of 10 $1,350

Please email the guest list for your table to: [email protected]

For Sponsorships and Program Ads please contact: [email protected]

The 2024 Gala honors this year’s Inductees to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Person of the Year!

The 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

A reporter and anchor for CBS Philadelphia from 1982 to 2015, she is a Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame 2000 inductee, the first woman TV news anchor to be named to the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and now an honored philanthropist and community spokesperson.

2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

Larry Anderson,
former major-league relief pitcher and Phillies Radio Color Commentator since the 1998 season.

Don Bell,
CBS News Philadelphia Sports Director and Emmy Award winning Sportscaster.

Tina Costello,
Account Representative for Beasley Media Group.

Ed Dress,
Content Producer for TUTV-Temple University, former Emmy Award winning Investigative Producer for NBC10 and WCAU-TV.

Andre Gardner,
102.9 WMGK Afternoon Host.

Vince Giannini,
retired Senior Vice President and General Manager of WPHL-TV.

Loraine Ballard Morrill,
News and Community Affairs Director for iHeartMedia, Philadelphia.

Steve Nikazy,
retired long-time News Anchor and Reporter’s Roundup Host at KYW Newsradio.

Bernie Prazenica,
President and General Manager of WPVI-TV/6abc.

***********************************************
Eventbrite link to purchase tickets -

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-2024-hall-of-fame-gala-tickets-998729616167

NO WALK INS - No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.

No tickets after November 15, 2024 - Noon

Questions can be sent to [email protected] or call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

30/10/2024

Wally Kennedy has died.

He was a beloved and well respected TV and radio broadcast journalist, Broadcast Pioneers board member and Hall of Fame inductee, and longtime friend.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Glendia and his family.

29/09/2024

BROADCAST PIONEERS OF PHILADELPHIA PRESENTS ANOTHER THIRD WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
11:30- Meet and Greet
12:30- Luncheon and panel discussion

The Broadcast Pioneers and the Delco Press Club join forces to host a Multicultural, Multimedia Luncheon and Panel Discussion.The collaboration marks the first time the two organizations will co-host a meeting in the 2024-2025 season.

Join us, members of our region's Consulates, and a panel of broadcasters and journalists who will discuss the importance of multicultural media and the valuable insights they provide to their communities. Panelists will take questions following their remarks.

McCall Golf Club
201 N. Lynn Blvd
Upper Darby PA 19082

McCall Golf Club has free parking across from the ballroom building as well as further down the parking lot towards the golf course.

The link below is the only way you can purchase tickets. Last day to buy tickets is October 11, 2024, at noon.

Tickets are $35 for Members and $40 for Guests.
To order your tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-october-16-2024-luncheon-tickets-1030500975157

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NO WALK INS - No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.
No tickets after October 11, 2024 - Noon
Questions can be sent to [email protected] or call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

20/09/2024

A wonderful, nostalgic Broadcast Pioneers luncheon was held -

A Salute to "Dancin' on Air"
McCall Golf Club, Upper Darby PA
18 September 2024

18/09/2024

BROADCAST PIONEERS OF PHILADELPHIA PRESENT
The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia 2024 Hall of Fame Gala

Hosted by Scott Palmer & Jim Donovan.

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Friday, November 22, 2024
6:00pm Welcome Reception
7:00pm Dinner and Program

Honoring this year’s Inductees to the Hall of Fame:

Larry Andersen, Don Bell, Tina Costello, Ed Dress, Andre Gardner, Vince Giannini, Loraine Ballard Morrill, Steve Nikazy, Bernie Prazenica

And the 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

Individual Tickets $135 each.
Tables of 10 $1,350

Please email the guest list for your table to: [email protected]

For Sponsorships and Program Ads please contact: [email protected]

The 2024 Gala honors this year’s Inductees to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Person of the Year!

The 2024 Person of the Year, Pat Ciarrocchi

A reporter and anchor for CBS Philadelphia from 1982 to 2015, she is a Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame 2000 inductee, the first woman TV news anchor to be named to the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and now an honored philanthropist and community spokesperson.

2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

Larry Anderson,
former major-league relief pitcher and Phillies Radio Color Commentator since the 1998 season.

Don Bell,
CBS News Philadelphia Sports Director and Emmy Award winning Sportscaster.

Tina Costello,
Account Representative for Beasley Media Group.

Ed Dress,
Content Producer for TUTV-Temple University, former Emmy Award winning Investigative Producer for NBC10 and WCAU-TV.

Andre Gardner,
102.9 WMGK Afternoon Host.

Vince Giannini,
retired Senior Vice President and General Manager of WPHL-TV.

Loraine Ballard Morrill,
News and Community Affairs Director for iHeartMedia, Philadelphia.

Steve Nikazy,
retired long-time News Anchor and Reporter’s Roundup Host at KYW Newsradio.

Bernie Prazenica,
President and General Manager of WPVI-TV/6abc.

***********************************************
Eventbrite link to purchase tickets -

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-2024-hall-of-fame-gala-tickets-998729616167

NO WALK INS - No mailed-in checks, no refunds & no payment accepted at the door.

No tickets after November 15, 2024 - Noon

Questions can be sent to [email protected] or call 215-780-5457 and leave a message. We will get back to you.

13/09/2024

TICKET SALES DEADLINE IS FRIDAY. SEP 13 ar 12 NOON.
TICKET SALES ONLY BY EVENTBRITE LINK BELOW

Wednesday, September 18, 2024
McCall Golf Club
201 N. Lynn Blvd.
Upper Darby, PA 19082

EVENTBRITE LINK:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadcast-pioneers-of-philadelphia-september-18-2024-luncheon-tickets-913437826127