Rick Marino

100.7 KHAY Morning Show

Born in Hollywood, California to a very musical family, Marino was destined for radio stardom…although not in the way he originally envisioned. His “long and winding road” in entertainment began as a musician, traveling from place to place as a keyboard player, singer/songwriter and vocalist. His path, guided by his passion for music and outgoing personality, took an unexpected turn to radio…and the rest, as they say, is history.

As a history buff, Marino couldn’t be more thrilled or humbled to work on a heritage station like 100.7 KHAY. When Marino is not ON-THE-AIR, he enjoys boating, reading American History (especially Civil War history) or listening to music.

Q&A:

Age: I do, gracefully. (But not as gracefully as my wife…because she’s had more practice. But don’t tell her I said that).

Sign: Leo  Born: Hollywood, CA

Family life: Gina (daughter, in college) – Brandon (son, in college) – Austin (son, in college), and my wonderful wife friend, Stephanie; her daughter’s Kelsey (in college) and Kylie (in high school)

Favorite hobbies: I look forward to hitting the gym, I’m a huge Roller Coaster fan, I LOVE to cook, I enjoy boating and the beach, and traveling! 

Favorite books: Stephen King, Dean Koontz, and anything to do with American History (particularly Civil War).

Favorite movies: Avatar (in 3D) – My Cousin Vinny – Arthur (the Dudley Moore original) – The Notebook

Favorite food: Italian Food – Great Soup – BBQ 

Favorite music: There isn’t a lot of music I don’t like (unless it uses profanity, promotes racism or is degrading to women). I especially like Country Music, Swing of the 1940’s and Classic Rock.

Favorite TV shows: Man vs. Food, Dirtiest Jobs, Dancing with the Stars, Fox News, Weather Channel

Influences: My high school bus driver. He always played the radio loud which made me want to be that guy on the radio. Other influences:  my father’s work ethic, my mother’s persistence, and the passion of school teachers.