I appreciate your opinion, but hosts that have been previously fired or reprimanded (justly or not) were so for actions related to “attacks” on groups of persons in the public sphere (i.e. Don Imus to a college basketball team; Michael Savage to the definers of Autism). Regardless of how big of a deal these actions were or weren’t, they were immediately executed on the airwaves, whereas Martin may or may not have attacked his fiance in the privacy of his own home, off the airwaves. Furthermore, a trial is to be had, so perhaps Live 105.3’s philosophy is “we need the ratings; we recently got rid of P&K; we can only give “Big Dick” (pulling eyeballs out of head to roll them against wall) this much airtime for so long; let’s see where Russ stands after his trial.” While I’m sure that JD and his other mates probably know the truth about what happened, I actually doubt that the “management” has their finger on it.

Furthermore, at this point, I truly believe that Live 105.3 is sh*t without Russ. The only redeemable thing about the Jagger Show is Jagger himself. They’re like a Zoo Crew trying so hard not to be a Zoo Crew, self-betrayed by all their vomitous tag-lines and predictable reactions. I’ve NEVER laughed at one thing that Dean has said; Mondo, unveiled, is truly a dunce with monochrome ideas; and Jasmine just has nothing interesting to add to the mediocre banter. Who really gives a crap about her dating life? And Pugs and Kelly failed, I think, because of Kelly, who thought she was a comic genius, cracking up (uncontrollably) at her own stupid jokes (anyone remember her convince-my-kids-to-wear-helmets schtick? Pugs literally had to say, “Okay, stop laughing”), and who thought all of Dallas gave a crap about what her kids were up to (I am so angry).

I think Pugs really shined whenever Kelly was out, or accompanied by Big Dick. He was relatable and had a funny tension. But in regards to Dick, who is taking a look at the Wild Ass Circus and saying, you know what you should do 75% of your show time? Interview porn stars and talk about your experiences in the live music world as if your Henry Rollins himself. And also, is everybody THAT interested in extreme fighting??? I mean Jesus I actually find that stuff interesting to watch every now and then (moreover boxing) but should it really go so far as in depth fighter interviews and fight examinations?

I didn’t realize how bad Live 105.3 was until all this stuff happened with Russ. Loveline is still great, even after Carolla’s departure, but that’s about it.

I loath rich men that behave the way he does, but I think I loath the golddiggers even more.

Looking at the glass half-full… I see it as a ratings boost because loyal listeners and possibly non-listeners may be tuning in now just to see if the incident will be discussed…

I have a hard time believing that a company as large as CBS leaving someone on the air “if” he were truly guilty of said incident… We have seen other hosts of radio and television for that matter across the nation pulled of the air for alot less.

You grow up and are pushed into the sea of dualities. We’re never children again unless for brief, abstracted moments. It’s all disenchantment. What is so disappointing about Russ’ recent crime is that it was not a sign of any sort of “stupidity.” What is shocking about his behavior is that he is such a magnificent mind. What led to his crime was a deep violence brewing in his heart; he is simply a complicated man who can control a radio show with the grace of an untouched atom, but has lost control of his personal life, over his boiling emotions. Unfortunately, while men express their anger and confusion and pride in a myriad of ways, Martin chose the most destructive and monomaniacal.

I love Russ Martin. But I’m afraid it’s all over for him. And all over for Live 105.3 for that matter.

Re: Pugs – Pugs voice annoys the heck out of me. Big time. Tell me they aren’t back on yet.

Big deal–Russ got arrested. David Henry needs to quit being a wussy and let Russ back on the air. I think the problem may be Russ keeping his mouth shut about it.

It’s okay Russell!! We love you!!

What a loser.