The Art of the Story

The career of standup comedian Roy Wood Jr. is soaring

By Doug Doyle,

Published May 14, 2025 at 9:22 AM EDT

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On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Favorite Things host Pat Prescott chats with standup comedian and TV host Roy Wood Jr.

Roy Wood Jr. is the host of the CNN show Have I Got News for You. The New York City resident got his start in radio. His father was Roy Wood Sr., was a Birmingham, Alabama, radio broadcasting and journalism pioneer who covered the civil rights movement. Roy Jr. would eventually land a gig on The Daily Show with host Trevor Noah.

Roy Wood Jr. has new standup special on Hulu and memoir coming out soon titled The Man of Many Fathers.

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Doug Doyle

Doug Doyle has been News Director at WBGO since 1998 and has taken his department to new heights in coverage and recognition. Doug and his staff have received more than 250 awards from organizations like PRNDI (now PMJA), AP, New York Association of Black Journalists, Garden State Association of Black Journalists and the New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists.

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Billy Robinson

As Executive Producer of WBGO Studios, Billy continues to make waves in the radio industry. Leading the charge, he oversees WBGO specialty shows, in-studio performances, and podcasts, ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for both listeners and artists alike. His meticulous attention to detail, creative vision, and ability to cultivate talent have positioned WBGO Studios as a hub for exceptional content.

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Pat Prescott

Pat Prescott is a native of Hampton Virginia and a graduate of Northwestern University. After 5 years teaching middle school, she started her radio career in New Orleans, Louisiana at WYLD-FM. After a brief stint at New Orleans legendary rock station WNOE, she moved to New York to host the midday show at former heritage jazz station WRVR. During her 23 years on New York radio, Pat worked at WBLS, WLIB, The National Black News Network and contemporary jazz station CD 101.9.

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