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Top 10 Weird Things About Radio

Radio is a weird business but it gets even weirder when you begin to dig a little. This is a list of what I consider the Top 10 Weirdest Things About Radio. Enjoy this short trip through the bizarre and strange.

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America's Got Howard - Stern's Debut on America's Got Talent

Thursday May 17, 2012
Howard Stern debuted as a new judge this week on America's Got Talent. Personally, I think he did a great job and was funny, honest, and at times, even charming. Of course, the real person he has to convince is someone a lot more critical and powerful than me: my wife. Read more. (Opinion) (Photo: Howard Stern - SIRIUS Satellite Radio)

BBC Deejays: Modern Music is 'Absolute Piffle'

Tuesday May 15, 2012
This is a cute story from orange.co.uk about two BBC presenters, Betty Smith and Beryl Renwick. They broadcast as "Betty and Beryl" on BBC Radio Humberside in Yorkshire. The two just won a top award from the Sony Radio Awards for best British entertainment show. They are also the oldest folks to win the award. Smith is 90 and Renwick is 86.

The two women were spotted by producer David Reeves in 2006 and he thought they would be good on the air, representing older citizens. The duo talk about lots of things including fashion, local history, and their favorite music. But, a warning: they're not big fans of new music, calling it "absolute piffle." TheFreeDictionary.com defines "piffle" as "nonsense."

Facebook: Visit Beryl and Betty's page.

Listen: A listening link and news of Radio Humberside is available online.

Radio Terminology: It Doesn't Mean What You Think

Monday May 14, 2012
Every business has terms and expressions that are used on a regular basis by the people it employs. Often, workers develop lingo to describe certain aspects of their work or environment which have only meaning for them. It's a language outsiders don't understand. Radio is no different. Here are a few words and phrases used in the radio business which sound like one thing but have totally different meanings. Read more.

New Jersey Radio Host April Kauffman Murdered

Saturday May 12, 2012
Police in Linwood, New Jersey are searching for the killer of a local radio host, April Kauffman. Kauffman was found in the bedroom of her home on Thursday shot to death. According to foxnews.com a handyman discovered the body.

Kauffman, 47, was co-host of The King Arthur Show on WIBG 1020 AM and prior to that worked on-air at WOND in Linwood. At this time, police do not think the crime is related to her radio hosting duties. Kauffman was an outspoken supporter and advocate of military veterans. (Screenshot: Fox 29 News)

According to The King Arthur Show website, this Monday WIBC 1220 will air the last full 2-hour broadcast between 3-5 p.m. which Kauffman participated in.

More: The List of Murdered Deejays, Hosts, and Radio Personalities

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