From best-selling author, to motivational speaker, to television talk show host, and now nationally syndicated radio host, Michael Baisden is truly a man on a mission!

In 2001, Michael decided to take time off from writing to pursue his life-long dream of hosting his own nationally syndicated talk show. He got that opportunity when Tribune Entertainment chose him to host a show called, Talk or Walk. Unfortunately, it premiered during the week after the 9-11 bombing and never had a chance to develop a following. It was canceled after only one season.

Michael saw the experience as an education about the television industry, and more importantly, a lesson about having control over his own destiny. “All the money and celebrity in the world don’t mean a thing if you can't choose the people you work with or implement your own ideas!"

The opportunity to prove his point came on July 14, 2003, when 98.7 KISS fm in New York City offered him a position as the afternoon drive-time host. Because of budget constraints the station was unable to offer him a salary. Michael’s response was, “Just give me the damned mic!” And sure enough, within six months, their afternoon drive ratings went from number 9 to number 1.

After eight months of consistent high ratings, Michael suggested taking his show national. But management was apprehensive, suggesting that New York was not ready. Once again, someone was standing in the way of his dream. A few months later, Michael threatened to quit if management did not pursue a syndication deal. “There was no doubt in my mind that Love, Lust, and Lies could be one of the hottest shows on radio! I knew the impact it would have on people all across the country and I wasn’t taking no for an answer!”

Once again, his diligence paid off. In October 2004 Michael signed a multi year syndication deal with ABC Radio Network. The contract gave him what he always wanted, control! Control over whom he works with, control over his choice of music, and most importantly, control over his ideas. The rest, as they say, is history in the making!

His latest novel, "Gods Gift to Women” was released on October 1, 2002. This suspenseful tale about a fatal attraction proved to be another bestseller.

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