Monday through Friday 12:00pm to 1:00pm with your host Russ Argo
Monday through Friday • 12:00pm–1:00pm • Hosted by Russ The Back in the Day Café Barista
Step into the Back In The Day Café — your curated lunch hour rewind filled with retro nostalgia from the 90s, 2000s, and 2010s. Russ builds the hour live, blending throwback pop, alt-rock favorites, dance floor anthems, hiphop classics, and smooth R&B memories into a flow that feels intentional, energetic, and unmistakably his. It’s the perfect mix of music and moments, whether you grew up with these songs or you’re rediscovering them.
Bio
Born and raised in Ottumwa, your Back in the Day Café Barista has brewed his way through Iowa, Texas, South Carolina, and Florida — living in Dallas–Fort Worth, Myrtle Beach, and Tampa before returning home. A disc golf enthusiast and a tried and true basement guitarist (with the occasional living room concert), he brings that same mix of hometown roots and road tested flavor to every lunch hour blend he serves.
Music That Brings Back Memories
Every show is brewed up with the right mix and vibes! From early 2010s favorites to 2000s pop and rock and bold 90s throwbacks, the Café serves up a signature blend of high energy nostalgia that fuels your mid day break.
When and Where to Listen
Catch the Back In The Day Café on 97.7 TOM FM, stream it on the App, or listen live right here. Whether you’re at work, at home, or on the go, Russ brings the retro vibes straight to your lunch hour.
Your Themed Days:
– Mildly Metal Monday
– 2010s Tuesday
– Y2K Wednesday
– Throwback Thursday (90s)
– Wildcard Friday
Connect with Back In The Day Café
Stay up-to-date on contests, playlists, and special episodes by following Ottumwa Radio on Facebook and Instagram. Don’t miss a single throwback moment!
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