H.G. Listiak - on your radio since the 1970s. In our hearts forever.
Sadly for all of us who had the opportunity to know H.G. through the airwaves or in his personal life, H.G. passed away on 4/27/2004.
Many thanks to all who have sent emails to express sympathy and offer memories of H.G. and to those of you who have continued to visit H.G.'s World to read his commentaries and look at his pictures.
It is heartwarming to know that he touched so many lives in so many ways.
H.G.'s commentaries will always be available to give you a little reminder of his unique wit and wisdom, and we will continue to update the site with H.G.'s pictures as we find them.
If you have pictures, thoughts, or memories of H.G. that you would like to share with everyone, please email them to us and we will publish them on the Pictures & Memories pages.
For a look into H.G.'s fascinating life as told by long time radio partner and friend Stu Evans, read about the memorial for H.G. presented by KMLE 108. H.G. Memorial 5/1/2004
Newsman, traffic-teller and commentator, HG's writing genius and unique style made him one of Arizona's most respected personalities.
... Barbara Maack - H.G.'s induction into the House of Broadcasting Museum in 2005
If you lived in Arizona anytime since the 1970s you probably know the name H.G. Listiak.
His distinctive voice and unique way of expressing himself made everything he did on the radio memorable, whether it was sports, news, traffic, or commentaries.
KMLE 108 began airing his commentaries on his view of the human condition in 2001.
His observations are timeless. They are just as relevant today as when he wrote them.
For a look into the mind of H.G. read some of the commentaries that were broadcast on KMLE on the Commentaries Page.
Click here and H.G. rides again on your speakers!
Remember that voice? There's just no mistaking it. Wouldn't it be nice to hear the voice of the guy that brought you home from work safely every night and gave you something to think about and something to laugh about at the same time? Check out the Voice Clips on the Pictures and Memories page.
Voice Clip - Added 4/27/2007
Hear some of H.G.'s ever popular Love in the new Millenium bits of Wit and Wisdom.
What was H.G. planning to air on 4/27/2004? Read it here on 4/27/2007.
H.G. was always prepared, never late. When he went to the radio station on Monday, 4/26/2004, he already had the commentary for Tuesday typed up and ready to air.
Even though it has been 3 years, the subject H.G. planned to talk about is still a hot topic here in Arizona and across the country.
To commemorate the 3 year anniversary of his passing, we will print the commentary you should have heard on Tuesday 4/27/2004.
Click here to read H.G.'s 4/27/2004 Commentary.
** New 04/2008 ** See the world through H.G.'s eyes.
A note from Stu Evans:
April 27th, 2004 was a dark day for so many of us who knew and loved HG
Listiak. I was proud to call him my show partner, and then my dear friend.
We worked together on KMLE Country 108 every weekday afternoon for 15 years.
In the last five years of our relationship, we had some particularly amazing
interactions, many of them off the air. HG "let me in" as a real friend and
confidant. As I often remind our citizens of the KMLEnation, when you
listened to HG for even a few weeks, you knew him very well. He was a very
candid, even blunt, personality. You can read and listen to some of that
honesty on this web site. But, HG was also a very complicated guy - a true
renaissance man. He brought his samurai swords to work one day. He was an
expert with a .44 Magnum as well as a rod and reel. He loved to tell
stories about his family, children, and then grandchildren. He especially
cherished some time behind the lens of a camera. Photography was a huge
part of HG's life. He took lots of aerial photos during his military
service. And toward the end of his life, he concentrated on the art of
photography - nature, portraits, and even some abstract work.
HG's beloved Diane (Lady Di we called her) recently reminded me that HG
left a treasure box of photos, most of which have never been seen. She
asked if I thought others might enjoy this side of HG's world. I told her
what I'm telling you now. I think you will not only enjoy these pictures; I
believe you'll get to know our friend much better than we could possibly
convey in words or sound. Enjoy, and please, help spread the word about
www.hgsworld.com.
Warmest regards,
"Big Shoe" Stu Evans
Click here to get a glimpse into the world through H.G.'s eyes.
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