Over the past couple of years, the landscape of Memphis radio has seen some significant changes, but one constant remains: the enduring legacy of the beloved John “Bad Dog” McCormack. Known for his quick wit and distinctive laugh, McCormack was a pillar in the community and a beacon of strength during his battle with leukemia. His candidness about his diagnosis and treatment journey offered listeners an intimate look into his life, making them both spectators and supporters in his fight against the disease. This update revisits McCormack’s enduring impact on Memphis radio and how his remarkable attitude towards his health challenges offered a unique perspective on resilience and courage.
The Legacy of John “Bad Dog” McCormack
For twenty-two years, his acerbic, irreverent, often risqué wit, coupled with his distinctive barrel-house laugh, have comically combined to make John “Bad Dog” McCormack one of the top “dawgs” in Memphis radio. …
Bad Dog’s Candidness and Resilience
But, since being diagnosed with an aggressive form of Leukemia last fall, “Bad Dog” has used his infectious laughter as a lethal weapon to ward off the pain inflicted by the deadly disease and the sometimes depressive effects induced by the his chemotherapy treatments. …
Radio with a Heart: McCormack’s Continuing Influence
What has happened is the creation of a unique and still entertaining radio format as Bad Dog and Chetter still keep up the comic banter on the show, whether McCormack’s physically in the studio or, as on the day we visited, by phone from a hospital bed in Germantown. …
A Battle Fought with Humor and Courage
Fighting to keep his condition in remission has curtailed Bad Dog from continuing his previously hectic schedule of advertising and station promotion gigs. Last month, in his first public appearance since he began treatments in October, he made a brief appearance at the annual Celebrity Waiters event, donning what’s now become his standard precautionary gear – a white surgical mask and a healthy supply of hand sanitizer. …
Laughter: The Best Medicine
As Bad Dog’s proved his whole life, laughter is still the best medicine for whatever ails you.
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John “Mad Dog” McCormack is an inspiration to everyone, especially in the radio industry! He has been battling one of the most deadly cancers, yet he has so much positivity throughout it all. I think it is incredible that he continues to stay on-air even though he is sick, and the inspiration he gives to those around the world also suffering from leukemia is nothing short of amazing. I think it is great that a popular radio personality is reaching out to his community of listeners and spreading a positive and informative message.