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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Garry Meier was born on December 2, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up mainly in the suburb of Oak Forest and graduated from Tinley Park High School in 1968. Initially pursuing a degree in pharmacy, Meier ultimately left school to follow his passion for radio broadcasting.</p>

<h2>Early Radio Career and Partnership with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dahl">Steve Dahl</a></h2>

<p>Meier began his radio career in 1973 as a disc jockey at WFYR in Chicago. Over the next few years, he worked at various stations before joining WLUP (The Loop) in 1977. There, he teamed up with fellow <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dahl">radio personality</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dahl">Steve Dahl</a> to form the popular duo "Steve & Garry."</p>

<p>From 1979 to 1981, the Steve & Garry show quickly rose to the top of the ratings in Chicago, blending sharp humor, satire, and cultural commentary. Their chemistry and boundary-pushing content made them one of the most influential duos in the history of Chicago broadcasting.</p>

<h2>Disco Demolition Night</h2>

<p>One of Meier and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dahl">Dahl</a>’s most controversial moments came during the infamous Disco Demolition Night on July 12, 1979, at Comiskey Park. The event, organized between WLUP and the Chicago White Sox, invited attendees to bring disco records, which were then blown up on the field between games of a doubleheader. The explosion and ensuing crowd behavior led to chaos, including property damage and multiple arrests, ultimately causing the second game to be forfeited.</p>

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<h2>Later Career and Podcasting</h2>

<p>Following the dissolution of the Steve & Garry partnership in the early 1990s, Meier continued his radio career with stints at major stations such as WCKG and WGN. He remained a fixture in Chicago media, known for his candid style and intelligent commentary.</p>

<p>In 2016, Meier launched his own independent radio show and podcast, allowing him to reach listeners directly through digital platforms. His podcast features interviews, news commentary, and personal reflections, continuing his decades-long engagement with audiences.</p>

<h2>Recognition and Legacy</h2>

<p>In 2013, Garry Meier was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the medium, particularly his groundbreaking work with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dahl">Steve Dahl</a>. Over his long career, Meier has helped shape the voice of modern talk radio and remains a notable figure in the Chicago broadcasting community.</p>

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