Announcer Profile

Although I don't see Billy Graham as an announcer, he is at the top of my list of favorites.  Working at BGEA I saw firsthand a closer look at his life and commitment to his beliefs. He was very careful not to ever put himself in a questionable position.  He definitely was a motivational speaker with great impact as he changed and influenced so many people of the world and his ministry still is changing lives today.

Of course, I like mine, Harry Smith.  He always comes across very professional and relaxed.  

Dane Cook and Glen Beck are two I would put at the top of my list also.  They are very colorful in their expressions and performances.  Dane Cook has an exceptional ability to draw a mental picture and put you right in the story.  He has great eye contact with his audience.  Glen Beck uses such drama and creativity to draw you in to his statistics and data you can't help but watch.   It will be interesting to see how successful he will be on radio because he won't have the luxury of all the props and media he used on television. (Trey had a very good presentation of Dane Cook)

I do like most sports announcers as they tend to show a lot of excitement.  Stuart Scott and his famous catch phrases create an entertaining as well as informative atmosphere which draws in his audience.  Will did a great presentation, well rehearsed and knowledgeable of his subject.

Jay Leno and Jon Stuart are two I don't really care for.  I do not care to listen to negative people bashing.  I know in politics it is popular to trash your opponents or the "other party", but I do not care for that.  It does not benefit anyone and I personally think there is much better material for comedy than constantly degrading people just for a laugh.  I try to stay away from negative as much as possible. I did find it interesting that Jay Leno built his career on personal experience and that his 5th grade teacher said if he were a comedian, he would be a star.

Lastly, didn't care for Dick Cavett either.  Video clip didn't really show me enough of Dick Cavett, it focused more on his guest.  He really didn't seem to have control of his show. Maybe I would have a different opinion if I knew more about him. I have never watched his shows.

Interesting array of different announcers.  Each one has their own unique way to connect with their audience, some more colorful than others.  It takes many different personalities and approaches, and knowing your audience will determine your success.