Don Imus

The radio talk show host Don Imus, possibly the grandfather shock jock, began his talk show Imus in the Morning in the 1970s, gaining steam in the 90s Democratic era. Known for off color humor, public feuds (most notoriously with fellow shock jock Howard Stern), and flamboyant law suits, Imus finally hit a wall when he made egregious comments about the Rutgers women's basketball team. Within ten days, after an on-air apology and media hubbub, Imus in the Morning was history.

Given that Imus was born in 1940 and represents a voice that was more prevalent 30 years ago, it's possible that the Imus era is simply over. Is this the beginning of the end of the shock jock era? Does it suggest a climate finally shifting? Or is it an isolated case of going too far?

On the other hand, Imus is a survivor. A reinvented Imus may return (sooner than anyone thinks) to take the lime light in whole new ways. Watch for it here -- and meanwhile, share your ideas and opinions on this legendary lighting rod.

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Don Imus: He Has Prostate Cancer

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From: mostfamousnouns.blogspot.com

The broadcaster Don Imus said that he has prostate cancer, the Web site of New York’s WCBS television station reported. Mr. Imus, 68, made the remarks during the Monday morning broadcast of his syndicated “Imus in the Morning” radio program, which in New York is broadcast on WABC-AM radio; he said that he had stage II prostate cancer, giving no further details of his prognosis, but added that he was confident his doctors would beat it.

According to FoxNews.com, Mr. Imus speculated on air that the cancer could be a result of stress. Discussing his diagnosis on the show, Mr. Imus said, “The day you find out is fine. But the next morning when you get up, your knees are shaking. I didn’t think I could make it to work.”

In a statement, a spokesman for Mr. Imus said: “Don appreciates the good wishes he’s already received from his listeners and viewers. After years at the Imus Ranch surrounded by inspirational children battling cancer, Don is well-prepared to fight this. And no, this does not make him eligible for the kids’ rodeo competition.”

Mr. Imus was heavily criticized in 2007 for making disparaging remarks on air about the Rutgers women’s basketball team; his shows on CBS Radio and MSNBC were canceled, but he resumed broadcasting on ABC later that year.

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