04/25/2025
Today, we remember Mojo McKay (Michael Sroka), a proud WFSE alum and a familiar voice to radio listeners across the Erie area for more than 30 years.
As part of our National College Radio Day celebration four years ago, Mojo recorded a special message for us to use on-air, sharing memories of his days at WFSE and telling the story of how he got his start in professional radio.
We are honored to share his words again today:
“Hi, it’s Mojo from Rocket 105 — and happy National College Radio Day to everybody at WFSE and college radio stations all across this great country of ours!
I got my start at WFSE in the early '80s, when we were known as “The Beat of the Boro.” And I’ve got to tell you... it was one of the most exciting and enjoyable experiences I’ve ever had. It was my introduction to radio, which is something I’ve always wanted to do. My experience there was tremendous.
Thank you to Dr. Gary Christiansen for trusting me and having faith in me.
And I’ve got to tell you a quick story.
While still living in Edinboro and working at WFSE, I lived in College Park. One day, I was in the shower with the radio on, listening to K104 — which at the time was the powerhouse FM in Erie. They’re now known as Star 104. Well, they made an announcement that they were looking for a weekend overnight DJ.
I jumped out of the shower, dried off, and literally sprinted to Compton Hall to make an air check tape. Then I hitchhiked to Erie to personally drop it off to Jim Griffey.
A few days later, I got a call. They decided to go with somebody else, but said they’d let me know if anything else came up. Yes, I was disappointed. But as luck would have it, a week later, Jim called me up to say the other person decided not to take the job... and it was mine if I wanted it.
I took it… and the rest is history. But I owe it all to my experiences at WFSE.
College radio is so much fun. To all the alums — I hope you’ve enjoyed your time there over the years. And to our current folks working there… keep up the good work!”
Mojo’s passion for radio and his love for WFSE left a mark that will not be forgotten. We are proud to honor his memory today — and always.
