McKay's separation comes just days after controversy exploded over a Facebook Live video in which he used the racial epithet "spic."
According to the report, McKay and Barks told KGETTV they are no longer working for Alpha Media and KNZR after being fired Tuesday.
McKay said his show will be replaced by "The Sean Hannity Show."
The station’s general manager, the president of Alpha Media and McKay did not respond to inquiries.
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It all started at about 9:50 p.m. last Thursday. McKay was shooting a Facebook Live video from inside his parked car, pointing out in dismay the large number of Spanish radio stations crowding the radio dial. He occasionally described them as "Messican."
He was scanning the radio dial, pointing out one station after another. Then he paused.
"Am I, am I getting to you?" he said. Then he dropped the S-bomb.
Barks' three to six time slot was filled by Terry Maxwell, former city councilman and restaurant owner. Chad Garcia, former KNZR employee confirmed Barks was no longer with the station. The reason for Barks' departure is unknown at this time.
I will truly miss Jaz,he was and is the voice of the common man Here in Bakersfield.I will no longer listen to KNZR.I wish you nothing but bad luck and good luck to Jaz.
ReplyDeleteBakersfield has folded to the California PC culture and shot themselves in the head by firing Jaz ......good luck KNZR, Hannity and T.Maxwell aint gonna save your station ratings.
ReplyDeleteSorry to see them ousted for PC reasons. To get fired over a single word. What pansies most Americans have become. The degradation of our society still continues.
ReplyDeletebad decision for jaz. he has let his listeners down. now he needs to learn Spanish so he can tap into that "crowded" radio market
ReplyDeleteSorry to no longer have any reason to tune to KNZR. KNZR caved to the PC crowd and was afraid of what the Spanish speaking audience that never even listened to Jaz might do about it. I share Jaz frustration with the number of Spanish radio stations. You think you're in Mexico when you roam the dial. I hate that because this is the U.S.A and the language is English.
ReplyDeleteThank you KNZR.
ReplyDeleteIts critically important to understand three "things": 1) the Mexican's were here before us (white people); 2) stations are in the business to make money & if the station fired an employee due to "PC" there is a better chance then not - it's because PC stands Profit Conscious not Political Correct and finally: 3) fun and jokes aside - those "messicans" are paying for lots of goods and services here in Bakersfield and we should be grateful not disrespectful and boorish. Thx for your service Chad, and we should all remember - Mexico was one of the first supporters of our entry into WWII and sent troops as well - yes, Mexico -
ReplyDeletelook it up. Enough bashing of the Mexican people.
Good! Good bye! I guess they thought rules didn't or do not apply to them! Not everyone in Kern county hate other people because they other not WHITE
ReplyDeleteNow she can enjoy herself at home! She's sounds like she's (Five) monsters drinks mixed with something. YOU don't even realize how prejudice you sound because it's normal speech to you! As for the radio company,of course it's about money! who would want an idiot that makes them lose money! You are not Rush! Your Bakersfield opion is not really valuable. You have average knowledge of nothing!
Good! Good bye! I guess they thought rules didn't or do not apply to them! Not everyone in Kern county hate other people because they other not WHITE
ReplyDeleteNow she can enjoy herself at home! She's sounds like she's (Five) monsters drinks mixed with something. YOU don't even realize how prejudice you sound because it's normal speech to you! As for the radio company,of course it's about money! who would want an idiot that makes them lose money! You are not Rush! Your Bakersfield opion is not really valuable. You have average knowledge of nothing!
Well Jaz, I saw the video. I was in disbelief that a broadcast professional of over 40 years would think it was a good idea to do a Facebook post after having a few beers under your belt. Sean Hannity's show is good, except he repeats himself constantly. However, Sean does not give us the local goings on like you did. I will miss the segments with Dr. Mensink, Marley's Mutts,Pet of the Week, Pamela Geller and Friday free for all.Good luck with your future ventures and we continue to lift up your wife, Laura. My afternoons are not the same.
ReplyDeleteBring back ralph,and more money.
DeleteGet real,so glad both are gone.bring back ralph.
DeleteBut why did Inger (sic) leave?
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