In the grand scheme of Cougar Nation, a lot of people have brought tradition, spirit, talent, and so much more to the table here at Pullman. From football coaches to professors and students, we have a lot of incredible people involved in this small-town university.
But what about the man who is literally the voice of the Cougs? (and WSU, for that matter!?)
I personally think a little light needs to shine in this man’s direction, and after you listen in on this episode, you will, too!
Glenn Johnson is not only the Mayor of Pullman (since 2004!) and was a professor at WSU (from 79 to 2014), but he’s also been the Public address announcer for Cougar football and Men’s basketball since 1980 (yep, that is 43 years in case you were wondering!).
And if you’ve attended any home football or basketball game at WSU in the last four decades, there’s a good chance you’ve heard him speak –and if you haven’t—then this episode is for you.
Glenn tells us all about his public address work for WSU, including how it’s changed over the years, the Cougar stadium traditions he’s initiated, and how he stays sharp on what’s happening during the games.
He also speaks about his work as Mayor of Pullman and what the growth of Pullman means for the town’s future, plus so much more!
He’s got wisdom, he’s got energy, and if you want to hear Glenn’s honest thoughts on Pullman and WSU, press that play button!
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What we discussed:
[1:16] From small town California to small town Washington
[3:00] How a weekly coffee group gave him insights on local news
[4:30] 43 years of public address work for WSU
[5:43] What you didn’t know about past WSU stadium games
[8:30] How public address rules have changed during his career
[11:00] Cougar traditions he’s initiated through the PA system
[13:14] How he prepares for Coug games
[15:07] Working with the marketing and fan experience producer
[17:30] Upgrades of the WSU pressbox
[20:49] Staying sharp and on top of what’s happening during the game
[23:00] The changes that happen within a college sports teams
[26:09] Why he doesn’t do PA for the money
[27:19] Being mayor of Pullman
[28:30] How he’s improved the Pullman airport
[37:00] What he thinks of other PA system announcements
[38:00] What the growth of Pullman means for the future of the town
[42:00] Why community college is a great start for some people
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