Long Island Radio & Television Historical Society

Preserving and celebrating the history of wireless communication, radio and TV on Long Island, NY.

Episode 49: John Caracciolo and JVC Media

John Caracciolo has been a mainstay in Long Island radio for decades, from learning his trade at WNYT to the glory years at WLIR to now overseeing stations like LI News Radio (103.9 FM) and La Fiesta (98.5 FM).

On today’s episode you’ll hear more about his journey from engineer to entrepreneur and why he thinks radio is still a vital force in people’s lives. You’ll also hear about the people he misses from the scene, including Bob Buchmann (WBAB) and Jack Ellsworth (WALK, WLIM).

John Caracciolo, President CEO of JVC Broadcasting

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