I’m one of ‘those’ types now.

Over the last year or so I’ve really expanded my horizons when it comes to politics and current events. I’ve always been a news buff, but recently I’ve started listening to Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) when there’s nothing on SIRIUS. It’s a nice change of pace from my usual blaring loud music on the way into work and I think it’s important to stay in tune with what’s going on in Minnesota.

I got into talking about this with a friend of mine today and she asked if I was becoming the type of guy that listens to talk radio. Apparently I’m cracking into a whole new universe that warrants its own classification - The Talk Radio Advocates. I’ve created a mental picture of the typical talk radio advocate and now that I’m becoming one I’ll have to try my best to meet the requirements, allow me to share my vision:

First off, I have to start drinking coffee. I’m not a coffee drinker presently but the talk radio advocate needs his cup of Joe to assist in focusing on the issues at hand… On the radio. If I spill the coffee it’s not a big deal, the talk radio advocate is known for dumping his morning brew in the crotch region while he’s stuck in traffic because the talk radio advocate likes his coffee blazing hot. Speaking of traffic, the talk radio advocate works a white collar job in the city which means everyday I’ll be stuck in traffic for hours on end, giving me plenty of time to enjoy my beloved talk radio. The talk radio advocate is also a firm supporter of car pools and the mass transit system, but in my vision this particular partisan of non-stop ramblings about politics and the headlines happens to drive a crap box mid-90’s Toyota with one of those diagonal antennas that sticks out of the roof.

Sounds like a dream come true right? Just wait until you become a Talk Radio Sponsor! Tote bags, coffee mugs, bumper stickers, the cheap gifts are endless.