“The Spirit of Boston” resonates through the airwaves. This is WROL 950 AM. Have you ever wondered about the voice that has echoed through Boston for decades? WROL is more than just a radio station. It’s a piece of the city’s cultural fabric.
WROL 950 AM broadcasts from Boston, Massachusetts. It serves the greater Boston radio market. Salem Media Group currently owns the station. It broadcasts on 950 AM. The station’s format is Christian Teaching and Talk. WROL has a sister station. It is 590 AM The Word.
But there’s another layer to WROL’s story. For over half a century, WROL has championed Irish American culture. It is home to the legendary Irish Hit Parade and A Feast of Irish Music. You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy.
The Irish Hit Parade began in September 1967 on WRYT. The station was previously known as WRYT. At first, it was called “The Irish Hour”. Pat McDonough hosted the one-hour block of Irish music. The show evolved into “The John Latchford Show”. It expanded to fill much of Saturday’s broadcast.
Latchford’s passion captivated listeners. His knowledge of Irish music was infectious. It was a perfect match for Boston’s Irish community. The Irish programming grew. Paul Sullivan joined the station in 1977. He worked as a commercial producer and announcer. When Latchford retired in 1986, Sullivan took over the early Saturday slot. Matt O’Donnell became the late-day personality.
Paul Sullivan and Matt O’Donnell have presented the Saturday Irish Hit Parade for over seventy broadcasting years. Seamus Mulligan brought his internationally-heralded “A Feast of Irish Music” to WROL’s Sunday schedule.
WROL carries renowned Christian programs. After 30 years, WROL has built a loyal audience. The audience covers greater Boston, southern New Hampshire, and Cape Cod. WROL listeners are proactive customers.
WROL offers Bible teaching and preaching. Listeners grow in their faith. They gain answers to daily life questions. WROL engages listeners on cultural issues. It addresses legal rights from a biblical perspective. This format serves audiences as a trusted resource.
So, whether it’s Christian teachings or Irish melodies, WROL 950 AM continues to broadcast. WROL connects communities. It informs and entertains. It is truly the spirit of Boston. You can find WROL at 500 Victory Rd, Quincy, MA. The phone number is 617-328-0880.