
Welcome to 108.9 The Hawk, Val Verde’s only classic rock station. Hosted by Jason Gore and Geoff Garlock and featuring your favorite comedians, The Hawk keeps classic rock alive… on a dying medium.
108.9 The Hawk is a comedy podcast and loving parody of classic rock radio.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 256 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy FictionFictionComedyImprov | |||

Will The Real Whisp Turlington Please Stand Up?
The real Whisp Turlington returns from the dimension known as Kokomo — or does he?
After a long absence, Whisp reappears at 108.9 The Hawk claiming:
* He’s been replaced by a robot version of himsel... more
Happy Halloween, you slobs! The FM transmitter is blasting some of your favorite Halloween and spooky moments from 108.9 The Hawk! With guests like Kristen Bartlett and Dan Klein! Farmer Dan's Hellgate! The Pepper Portal! Shelley's Jellies and more! more
Whisp Turlington and Geoff “The Angry Man” Garlock are once again joined by comedian, artist, friend of the show and road dawg Mary Houlihan on The Geoff & Whisp Show.
Mary drops by to announce her new gig hosting “Kill Tony” (“It’s the same show — ... more
It’s Fun Drop Wednesday on 108.9 The Hawk, and Whisp Turlington and Geoff “The Angry Man” Garlock welcome Pittsburgh rock promoter Jack Lundy (played by comedian Joe Kwaczala) — and he just won’t stop remembering.
From Cream to Chicago, The Doors to... more
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My favorite radio station! Absolutely love the commercials, the djs, and the guests! Hilarious from start to finish!!
Geoff and Jason have created a dense, hilarious world with Val Verde and The Hawk, from the characters to the ads to the sheer classic rock knowledge … this is a really funny and really impressive show that any rawwwk fan will love! Listen!
Truly silly. They’re having a fun time recording and I’m having a fun time listening. The world of Val Verde is a reassuring place to slip away to each week.
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Set in the fictional town of Val Verde, this podcast is a comedic love letter to classic rock radio that blends humor with music nostalgia. It features hosts who embrace the quirks of the classic rock genre, parading through lively discussions about iconic albums, entertaining anecdotes from both their personal lives and their radio world, and playful interactions with guests from various entertainment fields. The hosts' improvisational skills shine through as they craft absurd advertisements, comment on pop culture, and engage in lighthearted banter, all while showcasing their affection for classic rock music and its cultural impact.
What sets this podcast apart is its blend of satire and homage, capturing the essence of traditional radio... more
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108.9 The Hawk launched 4 years ago and published 256 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on 108.9 The Hawk include:
1. Mary Houlahan
2. Kai Fanning
3. Jack Lundy
4. Bo Merman
5. Matt Gourley
6. Matt Hobby
7. Simon Corne
8. Kylie Brakeman
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