Jay, I have listened to this story twice now. Please write another. Take me back again to the Huntley Project. The things we share - the playground with the majestic swings, the Red Devil (gone with the recent fire), Dinty's Bar and Cafe, and the voice of your father - you bring them to life again. Jay Peterson, Huntley Project High School Class of 1970
What a fantastic piece this was! It took me back to my own childhood, made me laugh, and even choked me up a bit. Everything came together perfectly, from the fine performances to the music, to the exceptionally well-written script. I look forward to hearing more of Mr. Kettering's work, and hope I won't have to wait too long. Outstanding!
The vererable Mr Kettering has taken the thread of time and stirred my childhood memories. I had a wonderful time with the piece. Time after time I found myself in the character relating to the story. At times, I thought I was the character being the youngest of 4 brothers, AND my Dad was a highschool coach. Good times! Time will tell where this piece will take Mr Kettering, for me it was time well spent.
Jay's play reminded me from the start of one of my favorite movies, "A Christmas Story." It would be wonderful if Jay would write more of these vinettes and Montana Public Radio would produce them!
If you like home-grown HUMOR, true-kid insight and six-year-old sugarbeet shenanigans, then listen to Jay Kettering's latest comedy/dramedy radio play, which aired last night on public radio KUFM just in time for Daylight Saving's Time. Personally, I'll never tell time the same way again; as a matter of fact, I’m up in arms about it! Don’t bail on me, now, Listeners. FIVE brilliant stars.
If you like home-grown HUMOR, true-kid insight and six-year-old sugarbeet shenanigans, then listen to Jay Kettering's latest comedy/dramedy radio play, which aired last night on public radio KUFM just in time for Daylight Saving's Time. Personally, I'll never tell time the same way again; as a matter of fact, I’m up in arms about it! Don’t bail on me, now, Listeners. FIVE brilliant stars.
This is one of the funniest pieces I've heard. The writing is first-rate, full of insight and wisdom as well as humor. It's also well-acted and well-produced. As much as I love radio, I could definitely see this being made into a movie. It's that good.
Comments for How I Learned To Tell Time
This piece belongs to the series "Notes From the Huntley Project"
Produced by Chérie Newman
Other pieces by KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Rating Summary
15 comments
Jay Peterson
Posted on March 06, 2011 at 01:37 PM | Permalink
From One Jay Bird to Another
Jay, I have listened to this story twice now. Please write another. Take me back again to the Huntley Project. The things we share - the playground with the majestic swings, the Red Devil (gone with the recent fire), Dinty's Bar and Cafe, and the voice of your father - you bring them to life again. Jay Peterson, Huntley Project High School Class of 1970
Brian McKenna
Posted on December 09, 2010 at 12:56 PM | Permalink
Brian McKenna
What a fantastic piece this was! It took me back to my own childhood, made me laugh, and even choked me up a bit. Everything came together perfectly, from the fine performances to the music, to the exceptionally well-written script. I look forward to hearing more of Mr. Kettering's work, and hope I won't have to wait too long. Outstanding!
Craig Grosshuesch
Posted on November 30, 2010 at 02:06 PM | Permalink
Time
The vererable Mr Kettering has taken the thread of time and stirred my childhood memories. I had a wonderful time with the piece. Time after time I found myself in the character relating to the story. At times, I thought I was the character being the youngest of 4 brothers, AND my Dad was a highschool coach. Good times! Time will tell where this piece will take Mr Kettering, for me it was time well spent.
John Scibek
Posted on November 24, 2010 at 06:03 PM | Permalink
Like "A Christmas Story," only better!
Jay's play reminded me from the start of one of my favorite movies, "A Christmas Story." It would be wonderful if Jay would write more of these vinettes and Montana Public Radio would produce them!
John Braun
Posted on November 15, 2010 at 06:13 PM | Permalink
Just like it was or the way Jay said
This is Great. I came to the H P in seventh grade and can relate to this. Nice Job Jay
Renata Birkenbuel
Posted on November 14, 2010 at 03:01 PM | Permalink
Takes Me Back to My Small-Town Roots
If you like home-grown HUMOR, true-kid insight and six-year-old sugarbeet shenanigans, then listen to Jay Kettering's latest comedy/dramedy radio play, which aired last night on public radio KUFM just in time for Daylight Saving's Time. Personally, I'll never tell time the same way again; as a matter of fact, I’m up in arms about it! Don’t bail on me, now, Listeners. FIVE brilliant stars.
Rick Cabrera
Posted on November 10, 2010 at 03:00 PM | Permalink
WOW
I grew up in the Huntley Project. Made me realize how I miss the small town atmosphere...or maybe how fun it was to grow up with these characters
Kenneth Stolz
Posted on November 09, 2010 at 03:58 PM | Permalink
Just another side of Jay!
Mr. Kettering has raised the bar (or moved the hands/digits or ...)!
amy linn
Posted on November 09, 2010 at 01:08 PM | Permalink
TERRIFIC, SWEET, FUNNY
The piece captures such great images of childhood, with hysterically funny dialogue and wonderful story-telling. A total gem!
Renata Birkenbuel
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 10:36 PM | Permalink
Takes Me Back to My Small-Town Roots
If you like home-grown HUMOR, true-kid insight and six-year-old sugarbeet shenanigans, then listen to Jay Kettering's latest comedy/dramedy radio play, which aired last night on public radio KUFM just in time for Daylight Saving's Time. Personally, I'll never tell time the same way again; as a matter of fact, I’m up in arms about it! Don’t bail on me, now, Listeners. FIVE brilliant stars.
Howard Kingston
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 09:24 PM | Permalink
Fabuloso!
Very nice piece of work by the writer and the actors!
Seth Bloom
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 08:11 PM | Permalink
Extremely Engaging!
This piece really draws you in, entertains, and is very well produced.
Rita Barkey
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 08:05 PM | Permalink
Captivating!
First-rate Radio Play.
Lynn Purl
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 03:56 PM | Permalink
Masterfully done!
This is one of the funniest pieces I've heard. The writing is first-rate, full of insight and wisdom as well as humor. It's also well-acted and well-produced. As much as I love radio, I could definitely see this being made into a movie. It's that good.
Anne Iverson
Posted on November 08, 2010 at 03:30 PM | Permalink
I couldn't quit listening.
This radio play is a lot of fun and really takes you back to this boy's life. It's easy to imagine small-town life from a kid's perspective.