I am a Western New York native, born and raised in West Seneca and now living with my wife Maribeth, who is an R.N., on our 65-acre farm in Marilla. We do not have children but plenty of "kids" -- our cats, dog and horses. I have worked in Buffalo radio since 1975 and at Townsquare since 2001. Presently, I work just weekends and some fill-in on-air work. My main career is in law enforcement; I'm a mounted lieutenant, chaplain and instructor for the Erie County Sheriff's Office. And, yes, I am the guy famous for the signature radio sign-off, "God bless you, God bless America, never say never!"
Craig Matthews
A Monday Morning “Pick-Me-Up” (Video)
Welcome to Monday! Hope you had a great weekend, or maybe you're just getting back from a well-deserved vacation. I know it can be so tough to get back into the routine of work or as some call it, "the grind". Perhaps you need a smile. I think I have just what you need!
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Life Is All About Balance, So Is Riding A Segway! (Video)
I had a chance to ride a Segway for the first time yesterday...think it looks easy? Not for these people! Just for the record no one was killed or seriously injured in any of these accidents. And I am happy to report, neither was I...
Slip Sliding Away! (Video)
ATTENTION SKI RESORTS! Want to make some money in the warmer weather?
Some Of The BEST “Horseplay” You’ll Ever See! (VIDEO)
Well the Erie County Fair will be over in a few days. I'll be stopping out on Friday and I plan on making a visit to the horse show arena where no doubt I will see some incredible horses and riders. But I bet NOTHING quite like you'll see in this video!
Ah, Remembering The Good Old Days…(Video)
Someone just asked me how many years I've been doing this radio thing. Oh my gosh, can it be almost 37 years! Yes, I was blessed as I started when I was just 16. It seems like just yesterday!
Wedding Bloopers [VIDEO]
Congratulations to Chuck Stevens, our JOY FM afternoon drive guy from 3:00pm-700pm. He and his wife are proud to announce their daughter Erin in getting married in less than a week.
We Need Some Heros These Days…
So, who is your hero? Jesus, my wife and dad come to mind for me...along with the "Rough Rider" himself.
Some Folks Are Just Never Happy (Video)
I've been hearing some complaining lately. "It's too hot"! Please stop before I hit you with my snow shovel! OK, that was rude and I must admit something. Even I ALMOST started to complain about this recent heat wave. But then, I remembered...
Gorillas In The (Cool) Mist (Video)
Yes, it's been HOT...even the animals are complaining! Well, not all...like these delightful gorillas at the Cincinnati, Ohio Zoo.
OMG…I Am SOOOOOO Embarrased
With the hot weather here many folks will be going to the beach to cool off. Some will worry about wearing enough sun block or a "wardrobe malfunction".
Great Commercials That Make Me Smile [Video]
I have to be honest. After 36 years of working in radio and tv it takes a really good commercial to get my attention...
Well, this must be a good one. For some reason I can't stop watching it. What say you? Just hope it doesn't "rub you the wrong way". Sorry, couldn't resist!...
“SPAM” You Eat, “spam” You Delete (Video)
Yesterday, July 4th marked our nations birthday, today marks the 74th anniversary of SPAM. It was introduced July 5, 1937.
No, I am not referring to that unwanted e-mail, I am talking about the Hormel luncheon meat product. Apparently, word is Hormel decided to handle the use of the name "spam" when it was first used on the Internet with dignity and graciousness.