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Revin John fired from Dubai radio station

NEWSWATCH: Former South African DJ Revin John was fired from Dubai radio station Virgin Radio by Arabian Radio Network earlier this week after he infuriated listeners by making fun of religion and impersonating God on air, according to various media reports.

24 Oct 2008

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Qatarliving.com: Dubai-based Virgin Radio DJ Revin John fired
Haber27.com: Dubai radio host fired for god remarks
BBC.com: UAE radio fires 'voice of God' DJ

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