Art Bell sits down with webmaster Keith Rowland for a candid interview about his decision to return to the airwaves after months away. Art explains that personal and legal crises drove his departure, and that both have since been resolved. He reveals that Premier Radio Networks approached him about returning, and rather than requesting more money, he negotiated fewer commercials and a return to the five-hour format.
The conversation covers what Art did during his time off, including purchasing a 37-foot diesel RV, working on his FM radio station KNYE 95.1 in Pahrump, and spending time with ham radio. Art addresses rumors that KNYE was his planned return vehicle, clarifying it was never intended as such. He discusses the state of affiliate stations, noting losses in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, and announces his move to KFI in Los Angeles.
Art shares his thoughts on the 2000 election, UFO research, spirituality, and a mysterious radioactive circle discovered in the desert near Pahrump. He confirms his return date of February 5th, with an appearance on the Today Show that morning, and promises more open lines and unscreened calls.
