Shadoe Stevens
Broadcaster
Shadoe Stevens, a broadcast legend, joins the program to discuss his career. He talks about his experience as the former host of American Top 40 and his new children's book. Stevens also reflects on his early days in radio.
Shadoe Stevens
About Shadoe Stevens
Shadoe Stevens, born Terry Ingstad in Jamestown, North Dakota, is a radio host, voiceover artist, and television personality. He hosted American Top 40 from 1988 to 1995, reaching audiences in 110 countries. Stevens served as announcer for Hollywood Squares across multiple versions and played Kenny Beckett on the sitcom Dave's World. He created KROQ-FM's rock format in Los Angeles and later developed children's books including The Big Galoot.
In this interview
- Discusses his experience as former host of American Top 40
- Talks about his new children's book
- Recalls early radio career including work at WRKO in Boston
- Mentions his role on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
“I'm quite excellent in getting better with every breath.”— Shadoe Stevens, in this interview
Since this interview
Stevens was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame on November 2, 2023. He continues to host the internationally syndicated radio show Top of the World and co-hosts Mental Radio, while serving as announcer for The Craig Ferguson Show on SiriusXM and as primary continuity announcer for Antenna TV network.
