The Unknown Morning Show
Two former broadcast co-workers talk show. One is still in the "show" on traditional broadcast media and the other has transitioned into podcasting. Listen as Chuck and Mandee talk about radio, programming, gear, pop-culture and more.
Episodes
58 episodes
From Live Calls to Downloads: Sports Radio Live and When Radio Still Ruled
On this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, hosts Mandee Montana and Chuck McKinley take a reflective walk through their radio roots, revisiting the era of Sports Radio Live and the people who made it unforgettable. They shar...
Melissa Kiser on Leadership, Radio Life, and the Stories That Shape Us
On this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Mandee Montana and Chuck McKinley welcome back guest Melissa Kiser for a lively, nostalgic, and insight-filled conversation.Fresh off her promotion to News Director, Melissa sh...
Friday Nights & Radio Lights: Kenny Smith Returns
Chuck and Mandee welcome back their friend Kenny Smith for Season 2, Episode 2 of The Unknown Morning Show! This episode is a nostalgic ride through the heart of East Texas as the trio talks high school football, small-town pride, and ...
From Dairy Queen to Dallas: Chris Ryan’s Wild Ride Through Texas Radio
On this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chris Ryan joins us to share a no-holds-barred look at his journey from small-town DJ to Dallas radio mainstay and professional voiceover artist. Chris reflects on the wild early days— the o...
UMS - Season Finale and Summer Break Plans
After more than 50 episodes in the first season of The Unknown Morning Show, it's time to press pause for the summer. Chuck and Mandee are so grateful to every single guest who shared stories, laughs, and real talk — it's made this sea...
UMS 53 - Michael Gibson
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana sit down with longtime East Texas radio personality and Mandee’s former colleague, Michael Gibson. From his roots in Lindale to meeti...
UMS 52 - Lisa "Live"
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Mandee Montana and Chuck McKinley sit down with East Texas radio legend Lisa Wells, a woman whose “gift of gab” has powered a decades-long career in broadcasting. Lisa opens up about the mom...
UMS 51 - Michael Storm Returns
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Mandee Montana and Chuck McKinley sit down with special guest Michael Storm to dive into the past, present, and future of radio. From programming and playlist curation to communi...
UMS 50 - Replay - Promotions: The Stories You Didn’t Hear On-Air
In this lively episode, Chuck and Mandee dive into the unforgettable world of radio promotions — the creative campaigns and once-in-a-career moments that shaped their journeys. From the big events they witnessed to the promotions they helped br...
UMS 49 - Chris Stuckey
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, we catch up with Chris Stuckey—a sports lover from Longview who made his way into radio and made the most of every mic drop. Though he didn’t come from a media background, his time on Sports...
UMS 48 - State of The Show
In this laid-back catch-up episode, Chuck and Mandee take a stroll down memory lane and reflect on the past year of The Unknown Morning Show. From unforgettable guest moments to behind-the-scenes chaos, they share what’s changed, what ...
UMS 47 - Severe Weather Broadcasts
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana dive into the recent severe weather that swept through East Texas and highlight the incredible work of local broadcast teams who kept the public informed an...
UMS 46 - Matt Williams
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana sit down with longtime East Texas broadcaster Matt Williams. From his early days owning KEES-AM 1430 in Gladewater to transforming KYZS 1490 into a powerhou...
UMS 45 - Bob Mauldin
Bob Mauldin joins Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana for a fun-filled reunion on The Unknown Morning Show! From their early days in East Texas radio to today’s adventures in television, the trio takes a trip down memory lane with storie...
UMS 44 - Kurst Gilchrist
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, hosts Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana sit down with radio veteran Kurt Gilchrist to explore his incredible journey through the airwaves. From his early days in Odessa and Lubbock to...
UMS 43 - "Rewind" Kenny Smith
This week, we’re bringing you a fan-favorite replay while Chuck recovers from a tragic (but honestly, kind of hilarious) injury—courtesy of his beloved best friend, Prince. Yes, his dog’s leash somehow got the best of his right thumb… ...
UMS 42 - Trapper John Morris
This week on The Unknown Morning Show, Trapper John Morris—aka “Trapper” from SiriusXM’s The Highway & Y2Kountry—joins Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana for an inside look at the world of country radio.<...
UMS 41 - Michael Storm
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, hosts Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana sit down with Michael Storm to talk all things radio—past, present, and future! They his career and time as an East Texas morning radio personality an...
UMS 40 - Jared Jones
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck McKinley and Mandee Montana sit down with Jared Jones, a rising star in sports broadcasting. Jared’s journey started as the Sports Director for Tyler Junior College’s The Drumbeat<...
UMS 39 - Scott Gaines
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck and Mandee sit down with the legendary Scott Gaines to talk about his incredible 38-year career in radio. From major market broadcasting to syndication and producing projects fo...
UMS 38 - Shawn Knight
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck and Mandee sit down with the legendary Shawn Knight—a radio veteran with over 20 years of experience, a podcaster, voice actor, and an online student finishing his degree at Morehouse ...
UMS 37 - Rhonda Parsons
In this inspiring episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck and Mandee sit down with their friend and former broadcaster, Rhonda Parsons. From her early days growing up in Granada Hills, California, to her move to Tyler, Texas, Rhonda...
UMS 36 - Blu Monday-Daniels
Join Chuck and Mandee on the latest episode of the Unknown Morning Show as they bring you a flavorful conversation with special guest Blu Monday-Daniels! In this engaging interview, Blu takes listeners on a mouthwatering journey through the ren...
UMS 35 - Kaleem Abdullah
In this episode of The Unknown Morning Show, Chuck and Mandee catch up with former colleague Kaleem Abdullah to dive into his dynamic career in radio. From his early days in Tyler to major markets like Dallas and Houston, Kaleem shares...
UMS 34 - Mobile DJ Memories Replay
In this special replay episode of The Unknown Morning Show from August 30, Chuck and Mandee dive into a treasure trove of mobile DJ stories. They share heartfelt and humorous memories from past gigs, giving listeners a taste of the...