DJ Spotlight Richard Hyssong
There are times when you just need that little spiritual pick-me-up, so you flip on the radio, pull up your internet, or open that app on your phone to listen to some uplifting music. The on air personality may spin your favorite tunes, or maybe their stories make you laugh. But on the other end is someone who loves the job, loves the music, and wants to spread the joy of Christ. This month, Richard Hyssong is behind the mic in our DJ Spotlight. Check with your local radio station for his syndicated show, Joy for the Journey. Scoops: As a child, who was your favorite radio DJ and why? Richard Hyssong: I had a couple of favorite DJ’s growing up. Each morning I would listen to Virgil and Roger in the mornings. They were co-hosts on a religious station in Bangor, Maine. What I enjoyed most was that they just had fun. It was a great way to start the day while getting ready for school. My favorite DJ had to have been the late great Paul Heil. He was on each Saturday afternoon. We did not get a lot of gospel music, so he was the connection that we had to hear the hottest songs, new artists, and the news for that week. A highlight was getting to know and become friends with these DJ’s. They were the real deal! Scoops: What is your favorite segment on your radio show, and did you think of it or did someone else? RH: Each week I have different segments. Name that tune, trivia time, news for the week, etc. However, my favorite segment is when I answer questions
by Scoops Staff from the listeners. So many were starting to send messages asking me questions about the program, my family, and gospel music. I had to answer some of them, and others I would not touch with a ten foot pole. I feel that the listeners want to connect
