Not all voices are golden, this man has it

Columbus : OH : USA | Jan 04, 2011 at 7:52 PM PST

By Gino C. Matibag

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Homeless man w/golden radio voice in Columbus, OH

The attached YouTube that is going viral shows a homeless man with an awesome voice. I am having goose bumps writing this article which was forwarded by a friend from Facebook.

Meet Ted Williams, a man from the highways of I-71 in Ohio, USA. He has the God-given talent of voice. And oh, I think it's not only golden, it's rare earth!

Williams was a radio announcer. According to the cardboard sign that he carries, he fell on alcohol and drugs before.

The man surely won the hearts of drivers for a dollar.

Hopefully, Williams can come back on air or on TV!

Watch the YouTube video above and hear the man with the golden voice.

Visit this link for more info: http://new.music.yahoo.com/blogs/amplifier/51933/golden-voiced-homeless-man-captivates-internet/

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Throwing this video from the Columbus Dispatch out there, hoping we can find this talent a place to call home.UPDATE-1: Many thanks go out to all of you who have been tossing phone numbers and e-mails my way for Ted's sake. I went up to Hudson/I-71 (Columbus) today, but Ted wasn't there. He is going to be on air tomorrow morning on radio station WNCI. I've left my contact info w/WNCI to call/e-mail me on a way to get your enormous opportunities over to him.I'm going to give him a Trac phone (w/ample minutes) so that he can return calls to all of you.Hopefully, in some way I'll get in contact w/him. Peace.UPDATE-2: To all those who have been writing me (as one of Ted's only means of contact), I have learned that the radio station interviewing him tomorrow (1-5-11) a.m. is going to make him a formal offer. Whether true or not, we'll see.Hope it works out well for him. That was the whole point of me posting this video. I cannot thank enough everyone who was willing to do their part in offering Ted their helping hand.Whoever lands him is certainly getting much more than a memorable personality; they're getting a great human being as part of their team.My best to all.

Gino C. Matibag is based in Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines, and is a Stringer for Allvoices.

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Billie Greenwood | over 2 years ago

I love that your reports are so uplifting, focusing on the positive and on people who beat the odds or stand out in a good way. Thanks, Gino!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Thanks, BE. Many people are blessed with talents and we should use it in positive ways. I'm happy you like it.

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megumi | over 2 years ago

Good luck to him in 2011. Hope he'll be given better opportunities for his talent and I hope he will use it well this time. Rated up!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Thanks for the comment, Grace. I hope so, too.

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Vishal Banker | over 2 years ago

Congratulations to him and everybody must teach from him.Thanks for Sharing,Rate up

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Thanks, Vishal. I think he learned from his past mistakes and is willing to make a good comeback.

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Sanjay Prajapati | over 2 years ago

good luck and congratulation to him.thanks for sharing news.rated up!!!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

That's for sure, Sanjay. His voice really rocks.

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GoldenParchment | over 2 years ago

Oh my gosh! Amazing. He will come back, this kind of thing will make sure - I hope. This was a wonderful report, Gino. I adore this piece. Rated up!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

I am happy you like it, Golden. The man is really wonderful. Thank you.

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Aazam | over 2 years ago

Nice show Gino! Rated up

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Grateful for your comments, Aazam.

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Senaratne | over 2 years ago

Yes, Gino. There is hidden genius everywhere, or like my countrymen say, gems hidden the mud. We only have to re-discover them.
Rated up.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

I like that, Senaratne. True, gems are everywhere, which reminds me, I like Sri Lanka's precious stones. I used to buy some before.

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dunite | over 2 years ago

nice voice gino but like my former boss at dwxb radio said intellect and wit have to go along with it or it would be just another sound on the air thanks!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Your absolutely right, Dunite. The guy also has to discipline himself and stay focused. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

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Surya Gaire | over 2 years ago

Nice one Gino, rated up..

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Thanks, Solarp. Glad you like it.

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ghaffarabid | over 2 years ago

Really a motivation for everyone, keep struggling is a key of successful life and the "Ted Williams" is one of those. Thanks Gino again sharing a great stuff, love to read your reports. Rated Up!!!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

I concur with you, Ghaffarabid. It's both perspiration and inspiration. Glad you enjoyed reading it. Thanks!

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Andy Mathisen | over 2 years ago

He has a great DJ type voice to be sure. As someone who has been both an actor AND done radio work, Ted needs to make an audition tape and find an agent to market his melodic and resonant voice. Good Luck attend him in his endeavors!

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

He's pretty cool, isn't he? I hope he'll be successful this time. Thanks for your comment, Andy.

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Dava Castillo | over 2 years ago

Great report Gino.

A positive way to start the new year!

Best wishes to him and others like him that need chance.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Sure Dava. His voice is so cool. I'm happy you like it. Happy New Year!

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RaulDeSouza | over 2 years ago

This video will surely change the life of this man.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

I hope so, Raul. And he be ready for that change. Thanks for commenting.

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ethelsmith | over 2 years ago

What a distinctive and soulful voice. I thought from the title of your article he was going to sing.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Oh no, Ethel. I will do the singing. lolzzz

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Souk_Phaiboun | over 2 years ago

Beautiful voices always captures people's hearts. Thanks for sharing.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

Indeed, Souk. Thanks for your feedback.

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