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Corey's Radio Blog November 2005 Archive

By Corey Deitz, About.com Guide to Radio since 2002

Songs by Subject: Christmas Shopping

Wednesday November 30, 2005
Radio stations, programmers, and deejays have used The Green Book of Songs By Subject for years. Each week it provides a new list of songs for a particular topic exclusively ... Read More

New Retrospective Documentary on "The Big 8", CKLW-AM

Wednesday November 30, 2005
From Susan Whitall in The Detroit News: Anyone who loved pop radio and lived within several hundred miles of Detroit will remember "The Big 8," CKLW-AM (800) fondly....Now CKLW fans...will ... Read More

gameSHOUT Radio: xBox and Other Game System News

Tuesday November 29, 2005
Get your gamer face on with the latest on xBox and other game systems from gameSHOUT Radio. It's a full-time Internet stream dedicated to gaming. Read more, get the web ... Read More

Radio’s Top 10 Crime Moments of 2005

Tuesday November 29, 2005
As expected, 2005 provided Radio with a list of crime moments which nobody can be proud of. Most of the crime was perpetrated by Radio people but in a few ... Read More

Internet Radio Station Launched For Deployed Military Worldwide

Monday November 28, 2005
HOOAH!!! Radio, a free Internet-based radio station that salutes soldiers and supports their families, officially launched today. Staffed by live volunteer DJs that are comprised of U.S. military veterans, HOOAH!!! ... Read More

Website Featuring Postage Stamps About Radio Now Online

Monday November 28, 2005
I have been working on a project for a while - a website, actually. Over the past year I began collecting what are called First Day Covers of postage stamps ... Read More

What's the Deal With These "All Christmas" Radio Stations?

Sunday November 27, 2005
A site visitor wants to know if it's a good move for a local radio station to go "All Christmas" and if that's a trend. Here's the answer. Christmas Shopping: Why ... Read More

XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio Offering Christmas Music

Friday November 25, 2005
Both XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio have revamped programming to offer traditional and contemporary holiday music through Christmas. Here's a listing of what each service is providing to subscribers. Read ... Read More

Manchester's "Key 103 FM" Receives Record Radio Fine

Thursday November 24, 2005
According to Reuters: "British media regulators on Thursday imposed their biggest sanction ever against a radio broadcaster, fining Manchester's Key 103 FM 125,000 pounds for comments made by a late-night ... Read More

10 Absolutely Great Radio Gifts

Wednesday November 23, 2005
If you're shopping for a fan of Radio or someone who works in the business, you cannot go wrong with these gift suggestions. Books, DVDs, CDs, and more. Most are ... Read More

Songs by Subject - Thanksgiving Songs Part 3: Give Thanks for Home

Wednesday November 23, 2005
Radio stations, programmers, and deejays have used The Green Book of Songs By Subject for years. Each week, it provides a new list of songs for a particular topic exclusively ... Read More

New York Attorney General and Warner Music Group Reach Radio Payola Settlement

Tuesday November 22, 2005
New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer today announced the second settlement in the music industry’s "pay-for-play" arrangement with the Radio industry. Warner Music Group has agreed to a list of ... Read More

Character on Mancow's Radio Show Hit by Car, Still Critical

Tuesday November 22, 2005
According to The Chicago Tribune: Ray Hofstatter, a recurring character on "Mancow's Morning Madhouse" radio show on WKQX-FM who was struck by a vehicle early Sunday as he crossed ... Read More

The RadioChick Leaves Satellite For Terrestrial Radio in New York City

Monday November 21, 2005
Leslie Gold, also known as “The RadioChick,” has been named as afternoon drive host for Infinity Broadcasting's new 92.3 FREE FM in New York. Read more... More: Profile of ... Read More

Clear Channel Radio Now Offering HD Programming on Over 200 Stations

Monday November 21, 2005
Today Clear Channel Radio announced that 200 of its radio stations will be airing HD digital radio broadcasts by the end of November. At this rate the company says it ... Read More

Satellite Radio: Is This a Good Time to Buy In?

Sunday November 20, 2005
In the Radio forum, "amfact" posted this question: "I'd be interested in your opinion as to whether now is a good time to buy into XM's current products of ... Read More

Listen to Christmas Music Online While You Shop For Radio Gifts

Saturday November 19, 2005
Getting your bookmarks ready for the holidays? Here are a few essential pages you should view and save: Listen: Christmas, Seasonal And Holiday Music Online Save Money: Free: Radio-Themed Christmas Gift ... Read More

Houston Radio Station's Morning Show "Ticketed"

Friday November 18, 2005
Click2houston.com reports the morning show a KKRW-FM, 93.7 The Arrow, sent an employee out into the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes to test out the passenger restrictions. The employee had ... Read More

XM Satellite Radio Products Top Picks at Innovation Awards

Thursday November 17, 2005
Five XM Satellite Radio products have been recognized as honorees for the Innovations 2006 Awards including two "Best of Innovations" distinctions for the I-Sonic(TM) entertainment system and the Terk XM ... Read More

Cingular Wireless Rolls Out 40 Radio Channels

Wednesday November 16, 2005
Reuters.com reports: "Cingular Wireless on Monday introduced a radio service for its mobile phone customers, using about 40 channels of commercial-free music from Music Choice and MobiTV Inc.'s streaming media ... Read More

Songs by Subject: Thanksgiving Songs - Part 2: Give Thanks for Family

Wednesday November 16, 2005
Radio stations, programmers, and deejays have used The Green Book of Songs By Subject for years. Each week, it provides a new list of songs for a particular topic exclusively ... Read More

Taking the Satellite Radio Plunge? Compare Portable Options For XM and SIRIUS

Tuesday November 15, 2005
You get the most out of Satellite Radio with the portable hardware solutions being offered by XM and SIRIUS. See the choices now available with easy links for holiday price ... Read More

XM Portable Satellite Radios Pick Up Awards

Monday November 14, 2005
Three Portable Satellite Radio products used for receiving XM Satellite Radio have won acclaim from three different national magazines. If you're thinking of going XM, you should at least familiarize ... Read More

SONO Digital Media Player Unshackles Internet Radio From Your Computer

Sunday November 13, 2005
SONO is a versatile, well-crafted product which, for about $150, allows you to take your Internet Radio with you anywhere around your home or apartment. A combination software/hardware control system ... Read More

Radio's Top 10 Turkey Moments of 2005

Friday November 11, 2005
People who work in Radio are crazy. The only people who might be crazier are some of the listeners. Trust me, I know this. That's why every year it is ... Read More

Lycos Fifth Annual List: Howard Stern Most Searched For Radio Personality

Thursday November 10, 2005
Lycos has announced its fifth annual list of the most popular talk radio personalities with Web users based on The Lycos 50. Top searched-for personalities include Howard Stern, Rush Limbaugh, ... Read More

The WKRP Turkey Drop Lives!

Thursday November 10, 2005
A Little Rock, Arkansas radio station is reviving the famous WKRP Turkey Drop promotion this year. Have a look. Plus: did you know that famous "WKRP in Cincinnati" episode was ... Read More

Songs by Subject: Thanksgiving Songs Part 1

Wednesday November 9, 2005
Radio stations, programmers, and deejays have used The Green Book of Songs By Subject for years. Each week, it provides a new list of songs for a particular topic exclusively ... Read More

The Howard Stern - Infinity Broadcasting Divorce Gets Uglier - and Stupider

Tuesday November 8, 2005
Howard Stern was suspended from his radio show Tuesday of this week because his employer, Infinity Broadcasting, tired of him promoting his next job at SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Can't these ... Read More

Missouri RadioTalk Show Host Arrested For Poisoning Wife

Monday November 7, 2005
James Keown, a talk show host from KLIK, Jefferson City, Missouri, has been arrested for the murder of his wife, Julie. Read more. News Archive: When Bad Things Happen to People ... Read More

Howard Stern Receives 1 Day Suspension From Radio Show

Monday November 7, 2005
According to BillboardRadioMonitor.com "...Howard Stern has been given a one-day suspension from his syndicated show, following an altercation with Tom Chiusano, GM of Infinity flagship WXRK (K-Rock) New York. The ... Read More

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 6 of 6: Promoting Yourself

Monday November 7, 2005
The last step toward creating your own radio show is telling the world it's there. Promoting yourself does not necessarily mean you have to spend a lot of money, either. ... Read More

SIRIUS Canada to be Beaming Programming in Time For Holidays

Sunday November 6, 2005
SIRIUS Satellite Radio has announced that its Canadian affiliate, SIRIUS Canada, will offer 100 channels of programming when it begins broadcasting next month. Read more. What Happened On This Day in ... Read More

Duh: Thief Who Called Radio Show With Heist Details - Jailed!

Saturday November 5, 2005
It's true. You just have to wonder what was this guy thinking? Cockey? Yep. Jailed? Yep. More Details.

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 5 of 6: Original Material, Music Royalties & Getting Guests

Saturday November 5, 2005
This is Part 5 of a 6-part series on creating your own radio show. Previously, we covered picking subject matter, making it appeal to listeners, Streaming versus Podcasting, recording tools, ... Read More

Video: Howard Stern Listener Prank-Calls CNN

Friday November 4, 2005
Have a look as a Howard Stern listeners calls a CNN anchor on-air pretending to be the Mayor of San Diego. (mild language) More: Profile of Howard Stern Recent: The Guys ... Read More

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 4 of 6: Formatics

Friday November 4, 2005
So far in this 6-part series, we've discussed picking your subject matter, making it appeal to listeners, whether you should create a an Internet stream or Podcast, and what tools ... Read More

Listen to "The F.C.C. Song" from "Family Guy"

Thursday November 3, 2005
This is a very funny song about the F.C.C. sung by the cast of the cartoon, "Family Guy". Listen now. Archived: Have you heard Eric Idle's "The F.C.C. Song"? Free ... Read More

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 3 of 6: Tools For Recording

Thursday November 3, 2005
So far in this 6-part series, we've discussed picking your subject matter, making it appeal to listeners, and whether you should create an Internet radio station to stream your shows ... Read More

Songs by Subject: Shallow Persons Awareness Week

Wednesday November 2, 2005
Radio stations, programmers, and deejays have used The Green Book of Songs By Subject for years. Each week, it provides a new list of songs for a particular topic exclusively ... Read More

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 2 of 6: Stream or Podcast?

Wednesday November 2, 2005
Are you ready for personal broadcasting? Thinking about creating your own Radio show? How do I start? Should I stream it or Podcast? How do I record a show? What ... Read More

How to Create Your Own Radio Program - Part 1 of 6: Subject Matter

Tuesday November 1, 2005
Have you been itching to jump into personal broadcasting? Thinking about creating your own radio show? How do I start? Should I stream it or Podcast? How do I record ... Read More

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