Jonesborough, TN Proves to be Grand Finale for Mike Gallagher and the "Surrounded By Idiots Tour"

Historic Jonesborough, TN rolled out the "welcome mat" for Mike and the Surrounded By Idiots Express for the "grand finale" of Mike's book signing tour. Crowds were constant throughout the morning as Mike broadcast his radio show from aboard the motorcoach.





Listeners of Mike's show - heard on WJCW AM 910 - lined up to get on board the Surrounded By Idiots Express to see Mike do his show and get their books signed. At times, the line was a "city" block long.





Just when everyone thought the last book was sold....a new group of people appeared and the Books-A-Million salesperson opened shop on the sidewalk to continue selling books.







See Herald & Tribune Article
http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/Herald&Tribune072805.htm

Mike Goes "Home" to Greenville

All of Mike's favorite "idiots" showed up for his "coming home" book signing in Greenville, SC. A huge crowd converged on Restaurant O on South Main Street and greeted Mike as he signed books for all his friends in the Upstate.






Mike arrived in Greenville to face a packed house at Restaurant O. Everyone got their book signed and picked up T-Shirts and Dog tags for Gallagher's Army.

Mike's Book Tour a Great Success in Florence, SC

Mike signs books for the large crowd of listeners who turn out for his book signing visit to Palmetto Nissan in Florence, SC. The response was so good the bookseller "sold out" of books during this visit - a first on the tour!





Mike is interviewed for the local TV news in Florence, SC









Mike makes a surprise visit with Ty and TJ on 970 WJMX AM in Florence during his book signing visit. Ty presented Mike with some "gag gifts" including a pair of flip-flops. Not to be outdone, Mike had a baby's "pacifer" to present to Ty. All was done in a playful and friendly spirit.





See Morning News Online Article
http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/morningnewsonline072605.htm

Mike Enters the Final Week of the Surrounded By Idiots Tour in Lynchburg, VA

Mike spends some time at Liberty University with Dr. Jerry Falwell during his visit to Lynchburg, VA.








Mike is interviewed by Brent Epperson of WBRG AM-1050. Epperson and his staff were our host in Lynchburg as we entered the final week of the "Surrounded By Idiots Nationa Tour." For your copy of the book go to www.mikeonline.com

Mike Reports from New York outside Fox News - Listen to his "audio blog" below

Mike Gallagher's first visit to Corning, NY a huge success

WWLZ AM 820 and the Corning Gaffer District Business Association showed their enthusiam for The Mike Gallagher Show today. The lines formed early to get a glimpse of Mike doing his daily show aboard the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" and Mike was more than happy to sign their newly purchased copy of his just published book - "Surrounded By Idiots:Fighting Liberal Lunacy in America.


Mike is always honored to spend time with one of our nations heroes - those who serve in our military. Pictured here is Mike signing a copy of his book for a sailor in Corning, NY.






See Local News Coverage -
http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/stargazette071805.htm

http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/CorningLeader071905.htm

http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/newschannel36071905.htm

http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/stargazette72005.htm

Williamsport and WWPA turn out for Mike's Book Signing

On his third visit to Williamsport, PA in the past year Mike was once again welcomed by listeners anxious to buy his book and get them signed. Although the heat was almost unbearable, a good crowd came out to to Knittle and Frey during WWPA's remote broadcast from 4-6PM on Monday afternoon. Here Mike is greeted by one of Williamsport's Mounted Police.




Loyal listeners stood in line as Mike signed their copies of "Surounded By Idiots."

BJ's and Selinsgrove Welcome Mike Gallagher

Last December Bob Kirkpatrick and his team at BJ's Pit Barbecue and Pub - in Selinsgrove, PA. - surprised Mike with a $5,000.00 Christmas gift to Gallagher's Army as a result of their annual gift card promotion. It was only natural to stop by and meet this great group of people on the National Book Tour. The people of Selinsgrove, PA didn't dissapoint us. Thanks for the great hospitality!




Ron Mackley, with WMLP 1380AM, escorts listeners aboard the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" to watch Mike do his show parked in front of BJ's Pit Barbecue and Pub.

Protestors meet Mike Gallagher in Wilmington, DE

The fans and protestors alike all turned out to greet Mike on his first visit to WILM AM 1450 in Wilmington, DE. The "Surrounded By Idiots Express" pulled into town on a beautiful Friday morning and was truly "Surrounded By Idiots." Each time Mike came off the motorcoach to greet his listeners he would be "swarmed" by anxious fans - and protestors - wanting to get his signature or just tell him what they thought of his show. The 9th Street book store owners said, " this has been one of our more exciting book signing!" A special thanks to the Wilmington Police Officers who assisted with crowd control and "keeping the peace." See more photos of this visit and other stops of the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" at www.mikeonline.com


Rudy's owner says he's a liberal, but he sure took to his new buddy Mike and all that licking didn't seem to bother Rudy at all...in fact, maybe Rudy isn't a liberal after all!!!!








The 9th Street Book Store was the site for one of the more "livelier" stops on the "Surrounded By Idiots" national tour. This photo shows the "calm before the storm" as we got the motorcoach in and parked at 6:00AM on Friday before the traffic and people began to show.

"Happy Valley" welcomes Mike Gallagher again!!

A visit to the State College, PA area doesn't seem complete without a visit from Mike's favorite protestors. In this picture, Mike walks across the street to say hello....they seemed quite surprised that Mike acknowledged their presence.





The Student Book Store- located across the street from Penn State University - was the site for Mike's stop today. As Mike broadcast his show from aboard the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" parked outside SBS, listeners purchased his book and were treated to a visit aboard the mobile broadcast studio during the show.




See Centre Daily Times Article
http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/centredailytimes071405.htm

Mike Gallagher stops in Newark, OH

The "Surrounded By Idiots Express" made stop number seven(7) in Newark, OH and was welcomed by radio station WHTH and Miller's Essenplatz Restaurant.






Mike's listeners patiently waited in line for him to sign their copy of "Surrounded By Idiots" during breaks during the show.







The day began with a VIP breakfast hosted by John Rossignol, Tom Swank and the team at Talk 790 WHTH. Mike then broadcast his radio show live from inside a ballroom at Miller's Essenplatz where his listeners were invited to drop by for danish and coffee, buy a book and see how Mike does the show each day. For details and the complete schedule go to http://www.gallaghersarmy.com

Surrounded By Idiots in South Bend

As usual, WSBT AM and the South Bend, IN listeners welcomed Mike to their town with much enthusiasm. The crowd was consistant throughout the day as they visited with Mike during the show aboard the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" and after the show inside Jim Basney BMW.





One of Mike's younger fans - Owen - couldn't wait to dive in and start reading "Surrounded By Idiots." Owen said it sure beat the Cartoon Network!!!!






Mike Gallagher and his "Surrounded By Idiots Express" rolled into South Bend, IN on Friday, July 8th to a usual excited crowd of Gallagher listeners. Jim Basney BMW was the host and everyone was treated to a morning of Mike's national radio show and his new book was available for purchase and a personal signature.

Mike Gallagher signs books in Chicago

Mike signed books in the "windy city" today as he continued the "Surrounded By Idiots" national book tour.




















Mike did his show in front of a live and enthusiastic audience....while signing books during commercial breaks. This was Mike's first visit to his Chicago affiliate WIND 560 AM and with the response he received - it won't be his last!!!!

Gallagher Tour Continues in Decatur

Mike "drops in" on local WSOY talk host - Brian Byers - to talk about his visit to Decatur. Thanks to the hard work of Joel Fletcher and his team at WSOY the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" had another successful day as we made the fourth stop on Mike's National Book Tour. If you haven't purchased your copy yet, go to www.mikeonline.com and purchase yours today.


Mike was greeted by an enthusiatic crowd in Decatur. By the time his broadcast was over a line had formed with excited listeners waiting for Mike to sign their newly purchased edition of "Surrounded By Idiots."






The "Surrounded By Idiots Express" is parked outside of Haines & Essick in Decatur, IL for the fourth stop of Mike's National Book Tour.






See Herald & Review Article
http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/herald&review070705.htm

See More Photos
http://www.brianbyers.com/gallery/display.php?id=151

Hannibal Welcomes Mike Gallagher

The Mike Gallagher Show found out why Hannibal, MO is called America's Hometown during our "Surrounded By Idiots Express" stop. From the time Mike and all of us arrived until we packed up and left town the welcome mat was unrolled and in place....Mike was even allowed to pilot the Mark Twain river boat down the Mississippi!!!! ...now that's a scary thought! Thanks to Ed Foxall and all his team at KHMO for their hospitality during our visit.




The Surrounded By Idiots Express, along with a replica of the Liberty Bell is parked outside KHMO in Hannibal, MO.







See Hannibal Courier-Post Article http://www.gallaghersarmy.com/newsarticles/hannibalcourierpost070505.htm

"Surrounded By Idiots Express" visits America's Hometown

After picking Mike up at the St Louis airport we traveled up to Hannibal, MO just in time to board the Mark Twain Riverboat and see a fabulous fireworks display. It not hard to understand why Hannibal is called "America's Hometown" with the patriotism shown here last night. I can't think of a better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than on the Mississippi river on a beautiful evening in Hannibal, MO. Listen to the show and visit http://www.gallaghersarmy.com to stay up to date on Mike's national book tour. We will be making our way to city near you soon!!!

-Joey
mailto:jhudson@gallaghersarmy.com

Joey checks in from the road

"Surrounded By Idiots Express" honors our Military in Houston

Although Mike was in New York guest hosting this morning's edition of Fox and Friends, Jason, Josh and I stayed over in Houston to attend a special celebration to recognize and honor our Military sponsored by KKHT FM 100.7 FM and 1070 AM KNTH.

The "Surrounded By Idiots Express" left Houston late afternoon to make our way up to the next stop on the tour. It's no secret Texas is a big state....but, boy did it take a while to get up to Arkansas where we will stay over for a day and then travel on up to Hannibal, MO on Tuesday.

Be sure to watch the schedule for a location near you. www.gallaghersarmy.com

-Joey
jhudson@gallaghersarmy.com

Houston Welcomes the "Surrounded By Idiots Express"

KNTH 1070AM and Four Seasons Sunrooms welcome the "Surrounded By Idiots Express" to Houston for the second stop on Mike's book signing tour. The photo above shows Mike broadcasting his show from aboard his mobile studio. Not only did listeners get to purchase a signed copy of Mike's book, but they were able to enter a drawing to win a $25,000.00 sunroom addition to their home. Mike will be drawing the winner in early August. So if you live in the Houston area, it's not too late to register for this great drawing. Just go by and visit our friend Robert Cook at Four Seasons Sunrooms of Texas located in Willowbrook Plaza.

-Joey
jhudson@gallaghersarmy.com


Have you purchased your copy of "Surrounded By Idiots" yet? You can order online at www.mikeonline.com