Muschette

Andr Jebbinson, Staff Reporter

Should you tune in to IRIE FM on any given Monday or Friday morning, you will most likely hear the voice of none other than Ron Muschette with 'The Wake Up Call'.

He got into radio by building an in-house radio station at Sandals Montego Bay, while working there as an entertainment co-ordinator. Having travelled to The United States extensively, Ron is now able to add the Jamaican touch to what he has learned from working in Miami, Boston, New York, Atlanta, Milwaukee, and more.

How did you get started in the media?

Ron Muschette: I was sent by Jah and built my own station called W.S.M.B at Sandals Montego Bay, while working there.

What is your dream Job?

I have it, but I still want to be a pilot and fly one of those A320 or A340.

What is your best moment working in the media?

Being on the air, knowing that you're sending Jah blessing to people and making them feel irie.

Have you been faced with negative remarks?

Yes, especially my earlier days when Barry G, Leahcim Semaj and Diana Wright wanted to invade my genius like The U.S. invading Iraq. And even now I get criticism, but I survive by Jah.

If not radio what would you be doing?

Flying planes.

What is your favourite show (local/international)?

'Easy Skanking' with Elise Kelly, 'Running African' with Andrea Williams Green, 'Cutting Edge' with Mutabaruka, Donna Chin on KLAS, and anything on CNN.

Who are your favourite media personalities (local/international)?

All IRIE FM personalities, Samantha Rose on Zip FM, Dave Toomer, and Ivor Smith on Kool FM and also Paula Zahn on CNN

What turns you off about people?

Dishonesty and bad odour.

If you could meet anyone person who would he/she be?

Michael Jackson

What is the one thing that people would be surprised to know about you?

That I don't have locks and my voice is bigger than my size.