Mike Stark and I did a long-form, career-spanning interview with Dr. Demento, who is one of the nicest guys I have ever met, ...

Legendary radio personality Barret Eugene “Barry” Hansen, better known to his legions of fans as Dr. Demento, announced last month that he will be retiring in October. The genesis of his show ...

After 55 years, the Dr. Demento show - which launched the career of "Weird Al" Yankovic - is going off the air.

Radio veteran Dr. Demento announced plans for his retirement after 55 years on air in June 2025.

Barry Hansen, mostly known by his D.J. name, said he’d end his show’s run after 55 years of playing parody songs. His syndicated show was once heard on more than 150 radio stations.

Dr. Demento to sign off in October after 55-year run of radio Veteran DJ to close weekly show on 55th anniversary with retrospective arc and Top 40 finale.