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Joyner was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, and received a degree in sociology from Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University). Joyner joined Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Tom began his broadcasting career in Montgomery, Alabama and worked at a number of radio stations in the American South, before moving to Chicago at WJPC (AM). In the mid-1980s, Joyner was simultaneously offered hosted to shows and commuted daily by plane between the two cities, earning the nicknames "The Fly Jock" and "The Hardest Working Man in Radio." In 1994, Joyner became the host the nationally-syndicated program, The Tom Joyner Morning Show.

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Cornelius’ Son: Dad ‘Unhappy About Some Things’

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 3, 2012 at 9:15 am

Cornelius’ Son: Dad ‘Unhappy About Some Things’

Tony Cornelius, who worked alongside his father Don Cornelius on the iconic “Soul Train” and other shows, said his father placed a call to him on the day he died, reports CBS News.

What in the Weekend? Royal Comedy Tour Kicks Off

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 3, 2012 at 9:12 am

What in the Weekend? Royal Comedy Tour Kicks Off

Check out “What In the Weekend!”

Little-Known Black History Fact: Donyale Luna

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 3, 2012 at 7:45 am

Little-Known Black History Fact: Donyale Luna

In March 1966, Donyale Luna became the first black model to grace the cover of British Vogue.

Tom Joyner’s Blog: Thanks for the Ride, Don Cornelius

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 2, 2012 at 8:15 am

Tom Joyner’s Blog: Thanks for the Ride, Don Cornelius

Check out Tom Joyner’s blog post reflecting on Don Cornelius

Ali’s Legendary Trainer Angelo Dundee Dies at 90

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 2, 2012 at 6:27 am

Ali’s Legendary Trainer Angelo Dundee Dies at 90

Muhammad Ali’s longtime trainer Angelo Dundee dies

Don Cornelius Kills Himself

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 2, 2012 at 6:23 am

Don Cornelius Kills Himself

Don Cornelius, creator of the long-running TV dance show “Soul Train,” shot himself to death Wednesday morning at his home.

TJMS: Daily Dose of Roland Martin

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 1, 2012 at 10:51 am

TJMS: Daily Dose of Roland Martin

Roland Martin is putting some purpose in the TJMS party. Check out his segment from this morning’s show!

Don Cornelius Dead — Apparent Suicide

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 1, 2012 at 9:51 am

Don Cornelius Dead — Apparent Suicide

TMZ reports that the legendary Don Cornelius was found dead this morning from what appears to be a suicide. R.I.P. Don Cornelius

Dr. Otis Brawley Helps to Cure What Ails You

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 1, 2012 at 8:05 am

Dr. Otis Brawley Helps to Cure What Ails You

Dr. Otis Brawley is this week’s “Get-Well Wednesday” doctor on the TJMS!

Paula Abdul, Third to Leave, Exits ‘X Factor’

Post by Tom Joyner in TJMS on Feb 1, 2012 at 7:55 am

Paula Abdul, Third to Leave, Exits ‘X Factor’

Simon Cowell predicted “The X Factor” would be a TV hit and eclipse his ex-employer, “American Idol.” He was wrong, and now his show has been gutted of three of its five stars, including Paula Abdul

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