Radio
Barry was also well known to early rising factory workers in the Grand Rapids area, with his morning radio show on WOOD am 1300, which was simulcast on WOOD FM at 105.7. Barry had an encyclopedic knowledge of cowboy and American Indian lore. He started his morning show with a spirited yodeling cowboy song which he accompanied with an acoustic guitar. Barry shared stories of American Indian lore and cowboy legends, interspersed with recorded music.
In his radio broadcasts, he spoke to listeners as if he were sitting at their kitchen tables. He often shared postcards from listeners on vacation, and saluted local listeners' birthdays and anniversaries. His programs were flexible rather than adhering to a strict format.
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