Live Wire: The Loud Life and Shocking Murder of Alan Berg
iHeartPodcastsAlan Berg was starting over as a divorcee, disbarred lawyer and recovering alcoholic when he found his true calling on the radio. His brash and bold on-air persona made him one of the true renegades in a “shock jock” revolution that took over broadcast media in the 1980s. Despite the numerous enemies the brash Berg made through his radio show, the world was stunned when he was assassinated outside... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryHistorySociety & Culture | |||
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Decades after his shocking murder, Alan Berg was mostly forgotten, even among the people of Denver who had fallen in love with his radio show. That tide turned in 2022 when the Denver Press Club finally inducted him into their Hall of Fame. But what ... more
After their leader is killed in a violent firefight with federal agents, the remaining members of the Order come together to stand trial in a Seattle courtroom. For the first time, Alan Berg's friends and colleagues are privy to all the details of ex... more
Following the discovery of the weapon used to murder Alan Berg, Wayne Manis and the FBI close in on the Order's leader, Robert Mathews. Their attempt to bring Mathews to justice culminates in a violent and fiery exchange on Whidbey Island, Washington... more
Following the shocking murder of popular radio host Alan Berg, local law enforcement in Denver went weeks without much of a lead. But all that changed when an armored car was held up hundreds of miles away in Ukiah, California. A single piece of evid... more
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- Insensitive cover art
For the level of seriousness and care that is shown to all of Berg’s bereaved family and friends, it’s a bit tasteless to use such violent imagery as your cover art. I can only imagine how all the people who opened up to you about their pain and loss feel, looking at this image sensationalizing the violent death of this man. Yikes.
All that being said, the show is in need of a heavy hand in editing. What is the purpose of each clip? Have you thought it through? Many clips of audio and many par... more
Apple Podcasts3Danermal
United States24 days ago - Too many ads!!!!
I’m an iheart monthly subscriber, way too many ads. Also did not need to hear a 3 min ad for a period.
Apple Podcasts2I<3dinerdashUnited Statesa month ago - Get to the POINT!
I think Alan himself would have yelled “GET TO THE POINT!” And hung up on this podcast.
The recap takes up most of each episode. It makes the podcast drag.
Apple Podcasts3Marvelous Marvie 79United Statesa month ago - Could be so much better
love the subject and hosts but it's 50% ads so lost interest. The sound effects are also distracting. Sadly i stopped following because of ads.
Apple Podcasts2Camion des mers
Canadaa month ago - Audio interviews distracting
First I recommend starting each episode 10 minutes in because the first is an unnecessarily long recap. The interview with the old fbi agent who will only use a phone is almost impossible to listen too. For something used this much they should have gone in person for this.
Apple Podcasts3JaniceH727United States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #161 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #125 | Canada/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #120 |  South Africa/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #203 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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This podcast examines the tumultuous life and shocking assassination of a controversial radio personality, who became a key figure in the 'shock jock' revolution of the 1980s. Focusing on his bold persona and provocative opinions, it discusses how he ignited heated debates on contentious social issues, notably around race, politics, and free speech. Through interviews and personal anecdotes, listeners gain insight into the man behind the microphone, his complex character, and the various relationships he built, alongside the dangerous environment that surrounded his career and ultimately led to his tragic death. The narrative highlights his challenges and triumphs within a turbulent media landscape, making it particularly engaging for those... more
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