Jim grew up in Texas and is the father of four kids and three dogs. A graduate of the University of Houston, Jim is also an award-winning film producer and screenwriter for his short film “Soul Searching.” In 2016, he was honored with the first Comedy Trailblazer Award for Radio at the Comedy and Poetry Awards in Houston. He has logged radio time in Houston, Victoria and Philadelphia. Jimbo most enjoys the creative aspect of radio- Theater of the Mind – the ability to be a part of people’s lives in an intimate but anonymous way. INTERESTS: Live Music, playing guitar, writing songs, screenwriting, podcasts and podcasting, movies, tv (both current and classic), sports and most importantly, family time. FUN FACTS: For radio, Jim has covered two Olympics- Australian 2000 and Utah 2002. He has also released three albums and four singles of original music that is currently streaming everywhere.
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The Most Popular Candle Scent in Texas Is…
It is the holiday season and one of the most popular (and cheap) gifts from white elephant office parties is...yes, you guessed it...a scented candle! So, the big question today is "What is the most popular scented candle in Texas?"
Texas Top Five Lost 80s Boy Toys
Ok, we have an "Awesome 80s weekend" every weekend here at Awesome 98 - Lubbock's Greatest Hits. So, it is only right that I, a Texan, give you the Top Five Boy Toys I enjoyed as a kid that are not available any more.
Lubbock’s Clean Restaurant Report 12-12-23
This list is no rat or roach report, it is a spotlight on those restaurants doing the right thing that have been inspected in the last week from December 6th to December 12th, 2023.
Enter To Win Tickets to See Texas Tech at the Independence Bowl
Enter To Win Tickets to See Texas Tech at the Independence Bowl
Watch Out Texas! The Snowbirds Are Coming!
Ok...before you go crazy and buy snowbird repellant or snowbird-proof your home. "Snowbirds" are those northern people looking for an escape from the snowy winter weather. Florida has always been a big destination for Snowbirds, but Texas is catching up.
How To Get Married In Texas With No Ceremony or Celebrant
Sure, every bride dreams of their perfect wedding day and reception, but what about that bride that just wants to get married without all the pomp and circumstance?! Well, Texas has you covered. You can do it all without any ceremony, celebrant or expensive party.
Lubbock’s Clean Restaurant Report 12-5-23
This is a spotlight on those restaurants doing the right thing that have been inspected in the last week from November 29th to December 5th, 2023.
Lubbock’s Holiday MugShot Monday (13 Caught)
It's that time of year to break out the holiday mugs! That's right, since December has arrived, all of our coffee cabinets will undergo a transformation to boring everyday mugs to festive ceramic decorations aka "holiday mugs." There are many type of holiday mugs, that's why we've decided to present to you the first "Lubbock's Holiday MugShot Monday!"
Can You Get Fired In Texas For Acting Up at The Office Christmas Party?
Ahh, the Holidays - family, fun and the Office Christmas Party! Over the years, I've gone to every office Christmas party and have seen some wild things. The big question is - If you do act up and your behavior is awful - can you actually get fired at your Christmas Party?!
Lubbock TBT: ESPN Game Day Tech-Texas 2008
Today, we revisit the historic ESPN Game Day telecast from Lubbock on November 1, 2008.