Arthur Carlson is a fictional character from the television series WKRP in Cincinnati, which aired from 1978 to 1982. He is portrayed as the bumbling but well-meaning general manager of the radio station WKRP. Despite his lack of experience and frequent misjudgments, Arthur is dedicated to making the station successful. Carlson is known for his catchphrase, "As God is my witness, I thought turkeys could fly," which reflects his humorous and often misguided attempts to run the station. His character embodies the challenges of managing a struggling business while maintaining a sense of optimism and camaraderie among his staff.