The legacy of the most dysfunctional radio station in television history is back in the spotlight with a fascinating new look at the making of WKRP in Cincinnati. Fans are rediscovering the chaotic brilliance of the 1978 sitcom through a series of weird facts that explain everything from the secret meaning behind the station’s call letters to the real-life inspiration for Dr. Johnny Fever. It turns out that Howard Hesseman actually worked as a disc jockey in San Francisco to prepare for his iconic role, bringing an authentic counterculture energy that made the show a cult classic. The series famously pushed boundaries by using real rock tracks from bands like Blondie and The Rolling Stones, creating a unique loophole that allowed it to feature the best music of the era.