GEO’S LIFE-LINERS
I wonder what part of “You’re not working members of the Royal family” are Mehgan and Harry not getting about why they’re not welcome at Royal functions anymore.
Encouragement produces a hell of a lot more than criticism does.
It matters more what you do with your money than where you got it.
Ain’t it amazing that when the economy goes south, most countries go, right?
Women are much more fun when they drink, which explains why men became alcoholics while trying to entice them to have another.
Fear of starvation produced much of what we have today.
Even John Fogerty of CCR admits that he’s a bit of an asshole, so you can imagine what the rest of the band thinks.
Even though I have no idea why you’d want to, the easiest way to get to me is through my family.
Do black people give all black folks a pass, no matter what?
Sometimes you have to give up the life you planned for the life you should live.
Nobody hates bad cops as much as good cops do, but unfortunately, there’s that damn blue code, “Thou shall not squeal like a pig.”
I hate it when rock stars play their tunes faster in concert than their records.
Erect nipples trump cleavage every time.
Randy Bachman once told me that the best-ever version of “The Guess Who” was when they had both Chad Allan and Burton Cummings in the band. Kinda like the LA Lakers when they had both Kobe and Shaq.
The only way a radio station can really become successful is by having a future “Hall of Famer” on the air doing mornings.
During my eight years at Fairbanks Broadcasting, we had so many rating parties that I almost became an Alcoholic.
Have you ever met anybody who didn’t do well at the tables in Vegas?
You don’t have to grow up until you have kids.
I think Tom Brady “un-retired” because he discovered that being banged around on the football field was much less painful than shopping for shoes.
The reason why the politicians don’t tax the rich more is simple; they’re rich.
How many people have you met that when you looked into their eyes, you knew they’d never live to be forty?
A lot of guys only play guitar to get laid. Girls play guitars because???
I totally understand our involvement in World War II, but not any of the rest.
Not only is the pay low when you’re a nobody, but there’s also no future in it.
A company needs three types of people leading it to become successful; “A Dreamer, A Businessman, and “A Son Of a Bitch.”
Laughter is a defensive mechanism.
Rock and Roll humor was created by National Lampoon.
Once Elvis couldn’t be shut down, the whole world changed because the church was no longer in charge.
Everybody’s for helping the unfortunate until they place someone in front of your kid because they’re unfortunate.
When I look back on my education, it was filled with what not to do, which immediately made its way to my gotta-do list.
I love sarcastic humor unless it’s directed at me.
Change begins when you visualize the next step, but of course, you’ll also need a little courage.
Staying in your comfort zone will eventually become uncomfortable.
Does anybody ever get a 3rd shot?
Speaking of politicians, I would like to vote for the one who isn’t aligned or afraid of the oil companies, big pharma, or banks. Who would that be?
A common man with uncommon desires is a very dangerous man.
Hey, struggling radio folks, the three steps you must take to have a shot at HOF ratings are; Be Professional, Be Interesting, and most of all, Be Entertaining. Well, radio’s kinda got the first one down, but that’s about it.
Back in my hometown, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers are the hottest ticket in town as they head for a three-peat of Grey cups. However, the biggest team in town is the Winnipeg Jets because, on any given day, the Jets can beat any team in the world. Not so true about the Bombers.
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Camera Anne: Happy birthday to the legend himself, George Johns, featuring my favorite most recent pictures of us taken at “OUR” bar. Thanks for being my chauffeur, #1 hype man on every outfit, gym buddy, best cat grandpa, and the most interesting man I know. I Can’t wait to celebrate “you” tonight so I can see you rock one of your new outfits. Love, your daughter/stylist, Cami.
Daddy Geo: Thank you, honey. xoxo.
Reg Johns: Happy birthday to my big brother.
You have so much to be happy about. An amazing career, a life filled with endless adventures, people around you that are grateful for all you did for them, and a thousand memories.
You have a good heart, bro. Be happy today and every day; let all the good you have done sink into your soul and feel it deeply. You are blessed.
Geo: Thank you. Love you, Bro.
George Ferko: That’s a heck of a lot of pussy-whipping. If true, women already had the vote through their husbands by proxy. In any case, back then, no self-respecting man would listen to a woman about politics. So, try another theory, George. (I’m Your Dad)
Geo: You mean like Mark Antony never listened to Cleopatra, Sampson never listed to Delilah, former King Edward never listened to Wallis Simpson, Juan Peron never listened to Evita, Ronnie never listened to Nancy, King Charles never listened to Camilla, and former Prince Harry never listened to Mehgan?
Doug Thompson: A Vice President at CHUM Toronto often said to me: “Don’t care more than the owners.” I always thought that was bullshit…and still do. (Patented It)
Geo: Jim Hilliard used to say, Mr. Fairbanks may own the joint, but we run it, so it bears our name, treat it accordingly.
Dave Charles: Would love to have worked with Ted Rogers in my career. Lucky you. I’m partnering with John Perras if SFI (Sales Fundamentals Inc.) The big hurt for radio is sales training and sales marketing. John has some great successes behind him on the radio and brand side. We’re also going to provide our clients with ‘TEXT SALES TACTICS.’ Lots of fun! Hope you didn’t get any damage in the latest hurricane. What a bloody mess! (Patented It)
Geo: Good for you on staying active, Dave. Yes, Ted was a true visionary with no fear. Oh, and the storm was very bad; luckily, it missed me.
Michael Cranston: Is it too late for you to hire me in Dallas??? (Patented it.)
Geo: You would have sounded great, Man!
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George Ferko: King Edward?? The figurehead who abdicated the throne after 326 days as King? I’d say Wallis Simpson had little influence. Juan Peron and Evita?? Juan was elected el-Presidente in 1947 and Evita was a powerful influence during her husband’s first term. But she died in 1952. Juan meanwhile was elected to a second term. After a couple of military dictatorships, Juan was elected to a third term when he returned from exile in 1973. He thus was President long after Evita’s death. As far a Reagan listening to Nancy or Prince Harry (another figurehead) listening to Meghan, I have no idea what the wives influence was or is. Do you? Or is conjecture the best you can do?
In any event, you miss the big picture. You can always find isolated instances of where a wife of a politician influenced her husband. Jill comes to mind. Michelle too. But passage of the 19th Amendment passed the Senate 56-25 and the House 304-89. It was then ratified by the required 3/4ths states in near record time. With the 19th Amendment, men voluntarily relinquished their monopoly on political power—by huge margins. This fact should not be overlooked.
Let me apologize in advance for writing another dissertation. But things are not always as simple as you present them in your “Life-Liners.”
Geo: No apology needed, George, thanks for the read. However, my “Life-Liners” are not intended to simplify life, I write them hoping to provoke some out-of-the-box thinking instead of the usual right or left opinions we boringly hear all the time.
Steve Eberhart: The reason why the politicians don’t tax the rich more is simple; they’re rich.
…actually, it’s really because they need their money and if they’re giving it to the state, there’s not much left for the politicians!
Geo: Thanks for the read, Steve, and hey, the word on the street is that you’re now one of the rich, so you should know. 🙂