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We've got the first week of HumbleandFredRadio.com under our belts and I tell ya, I couldn't be happier.

We still don't know where this going to go but as I'd said many times, we're sure as hell gonna find out. And if this week is any indication, I think we've got a lot to look forward to.

To be honest, when we first announced our plans I thought they'd be met with some skepticism but that never really materialized. I thought we might be looked upon as desperate, even though that was the furthest thing from the truth.

Humble and I had the time and resources behind us to give this thing a shot and by Jesus we saw it right through painting walls, hanging sound boards, buying equipment and producing the first show.

Now we've got a week of shows behind us and the response has been so encouraging I can't wait to get back to our home-made studio on Monday.

What a thrill when the Toronto Star thought enough of the Humble and Fred brand to give us the full front page of their entertainment section last Saturday. What an honour that Bob McCown invited us onto his show on Wednesday and showered us with compliments. Bob has some great ideas that we're going to follow up on over the next few weeks.

How impressive that the people at Newstalk 1010 have invited us into their building on several occasions to promote our venture. Talk about class, they've embraced the concept and want to work with us.

To launch an internet show and have the people at Rogers and Astral be so gracious and accommodating has done a lot for our confidence.

To have people like Jim Richards, Alan Cross, John Moore, John Tory, Mike Bullard, George Strombo, Alex Lifeson, Jeff Marek, Jeremy Taggart etc. want to be on your show says a lot.

Even McCown said he'd drive to our studios.... Any time.

I guess its all about timing. The timing is right to embrace the new frontier and face the fact it's where broadcasting is going. We're doing it because we can, and it's so refreshing to be supported by people whose opinion you respect.

So far the show downloads have exceeded our expectations and the viral aspect has been dramatic.

Leading up to our first show Humble and I reminded each other on many occasions that preparing the studios, lining up sponsors and promoting the shit out of the show was one thing, but in the end we'd have to deliver a product.

And judging by the response, we have. It's been overwhelming.

Is it like a normal radio show - no. Is it slick and seamless - no. But here's the kicker, and probably the most important point. Is it like anything else on Toronto radio right now - no!

And for that we are proud. Maybe we won't wreck the internet.