Rodney,

I generally do not weigh in on events that you write about or that the AJC writes about. As a matter of fact I am like a majority of Atlantans that do not subscribe to your paper. I did feel though that I would take a moment out of my busy day to share just a couple of thoughts in response to your very uneducated article about 99X in this past Sunday's paper.

By the way... so that there is no doubt in your mind where this email originated ... I am Leslie Fram's husband. As worthless Whip on The Buzz likes to say..."Lester Fram's house cat". I love the press. Whip and Chris have no idea what I do for a living and for the purpose of this email it is of no importance to you or them. When you are ready to discuss real business or how to manage talent to have $5 million liquid assest portfolio then let me know and I'll buy lunch.

I am sure my comments will never see print since the comments of industry professionals that you interviewed for the 99X story were not quoted in your story. I am not looking for ink but more to just share accurate information. That is why I decided to email you directly rather than post a lame blog.

FIRST Leslie Fram, who continues to be one of the most class acts in this or any radio market, and 99X will continue to have a long history in the broadcast industry whether you are a fan or not. Certainly many have left the P1 ranks but it is obvious that many of those complaining (including Chris and Whip) still listen. How else would they know what was going on. If Chris Williams and Whipper Boy had any broadcast intelligence they would build their programming around something other than bashing Leslie Fram and/or 99X. I have heard that even the other jocks on The Buzz are tired of hearing this fodder.

SECOND Bringing Walley to the morning mix at The Buzz and bashing 99X and Leslie only showed their lack of ability to carry on any intelligent dialogue with their audience. In addition it is a great indicator that Clear Channel allows their airwaves to be used for personal attacks exposing themselves to serious legal consequences.

THIRD Out of work for a year because he was one of the most hated programmers in the music industry (and continues to hold that glorified spot) my insider sources told me that he begged his way in to Clear Channel staff by boasting that he would "bet 99X in 2 books". Oops. Check the current trends that are well in to a year of Chris' brilliant programming.

FOURTH No matter how much bashing is done by Chris, Whip, or Walley the facts are: 1. Chris' contract was not renewed at 99X because management decided he was destroying a heritage Atlanta station. Some insiders say he was fired but what the hell. 2. Whip's deal was not renewed at 99X for various reasons; poor ratings not the least. 3. Walley was NEVER going to have a slot at 99X no matter how much he wants to blame others. New owners hated him. Leslie had nothing to do with that.

FIFTH Leslie Fram is an important part of the Cumulus management/programming team in addition to still being one of the most important programmers in the country. She is under no obligation to share ANY management planning, conversations or discussions with any staff member at the station. Chris, Walley and Whip can say what they want but they are 99X outcasts and they want to hold a grudge against Leslie instead of facing the fact that they just were not strong enough to be part of the 99X programming team. Remember: Even upper management or owners at the AJC are not obligated to fill you in on every move they make.

FINALLY Chum up with someone else in the broadcast community. Find someone that actually understands how Atlanta radio really works and functions. Wise up, make yourself look a bit more intelligent. Talk to someone with real radio knowledge instead of someone that holds a grudge.

As bad and horrible as Chris Williams and Whipper Boy want to tell you that things are with 99X (we all can see that the numbers are not what they once were cause by many market changes) Chris still has not accomplished his bold statement of "kicking 99X's ass in 2 books". And since The Buzz is actually being programmed by corporate, Chris should concern himself with his own station and be concerned with his future at Clear Channel.

99X has a long history in Atlanta and with the addition of the Cumulus team they will continue to dominate piss ant stations like The Buzz. Find something else to write about. Your lack of radio knowledge is really beginning to bore what readers you do have left.