Articles Index
Getting the Most out of Traditional Radio During Bad Economic Times
Traditional AM and FM radio stations must be highly competitive all the time, even more so during an economic turn down. Listeners (and advertisers) should use their clout to take advantage of all the freebies and opportunities being offered. Read more.
Using Google Earth to Find Famous Radio Towers and Landmarks
Using Google Earth and its satellite photography you can travel the world and view famous radio station transmitters, towers, and landmarks. I've put together a few to get you started and have a few tips on how you can find any radio station tower easily using Google Earth. Go ahead: start your journey!
10 Great Things About AM and FM Radio
Sometimes, we are quick to discard things for the latest and newest "next thing". Some critics say the best days of AM and FM Radio are gone because of all the new technologies competing against it. Well, before you hastily cast if off, remember some of the good points. Here are my list of 10.
Paying to Get Your Music Heard Perfectly Legal in Online World of Internet Radio
Music companies have often been caught paying for their music to be played on terrestrial radio. That's called "Payola" and it's illegal. But, nobody said it was illegal to pay to have your music played on an Internet Radio network of over 50 stations. Whether you want to get your music in front of people or just want to hear new music for free, you might be interested in the American Idol Underground. Read more.
Books, Movies, and CDs by Radio Personalities
Looking for a movie or CD from your favorite Radio personality? Have a look at this list with options to compare prices from various vendors with a click.
"The Cash Cage" - Free Excerpt - Chapter 13
"The Cash Cage" is a book that reveals the inner workings of the Radio business penned by Corey Deitz, a 25-year veteran radio personality. Through his humorous and casual writing style you'll meet an army of wanderers who spin tunes, give the time and temp, take the requests and when the pressure is on are easily discarded by a cutthroat business that disguises itself as your favorite song.
"The Cash Cage" - Free Excerpt - Chapter 13
"The Cash Cage" is a book that reveals the inner workings of the Radio business penned by Corey Deitz, a 25-year veteran radio personality. Through his humorous and casual writing style you'll meet an army of wanderers who spin tunes, give the time and temp, take the requests and when the pressure is on are easily discarded by a cutthroat business that disguises itself as your favorite song.
"The Cash Cage" - Free Excerpt - Chapter 13
"The Cash Cage" is a book that reveals the inner workings of the Radio business penned by Corey Deitz, a 25-year veteran radio personality. Through his humorous and casual writing style you'll meet an army of wanderers who spin tunes, give the time and temp, take the requests and when the pressure is on are easily discarded by a cutthroat business that disguises itself as your favorite song.
What Is Audio Editing And Why Do It? - Part 2 of a Free Online Course
What is Audio Editing and Why Do it? This article briefly tells of the history of audio editing from magentic tape to toda's digital software. Plus a link to a free and very powerful audio editor you can practice editing with.
Why Learn To Edit Audio? - Part 1 of a Free Online Course
Learning to edit audio properly can help you prepare for the production side of being in Radio or can be useful for activities including making better home videos. Read more.
Editing and Production Tricks - Part 5 of a Free Online Course
Once you have learned how to do basic editing on voice and music, you'll appreciate learning a few "tricks of the trade" that will help to make your editing and production sound better and more professional. Read more.
How to Edit a Music File - Part 4 of a Free Online Course
This lesson will help you learn how to edit an audio music file. After downloading a few examples, you'll see how easy it really is.
How to Edit a Voice File - Part 3 of a Free Online Course
In this lesson on audio editing, you will learn how to edit voice or speech. The rules are easy and you'll be given examples and then time to try it yourself.
Support Materials For Online Editing Course at Radio.about.com
This page contains support materials for the free online audio editing course offered by Radio.about.com.
Remembering President Reagan For His Humor - A Classic Radio Gaffe
With the passing of President Ronald Regan on Saturday, June 5, 2004, at age 94, maybe it will put a smile on your face to remember him for his sense of humor. Listen to this.