Most hobby and community broadcasters can’t hope to match the marketing spend of corporate stations. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to advertise and promote your station. As a low-budget broadcaster your musical output may be just as good […]
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When it comes books to help you find your way as a station manager or broadcaster, the field is wide open. However, there are two or three I have come to rely on – because we should never stop learning […]
With New Year resolutions already a distant memory for most of us, the routine of running your radio station has probably returned. Many programme controllers and station managers would have reflected on what they broadcast last year and made decisions […]
A chance Facebook call proved how versatile the platform can be for podcast interviews, and if you want to take your calls up a notch test out Call In Studio.
Writing the script for a radio commercial seems an easy thing to do. Mention the name of the company, the thing they want to promote, add a catchphrase or slogan, and end with a contact phone number – job done. […]
There’s an audio recording and editing app I’ve been using on and off for a few years now that’s ideal for recording podcasts and radio shows. It’s totally free, reliable, and as solid as any audio app can be. I’ve […]
By Steve Hart I watched a very interesting documentary on Aljazeera TV last week about pirate broadcasters Radio Caroline and The Voice of Peace. While UK station Caroline – launched in the 1960s – promotes LA (loving awareness), The Voice […]
There’s a world of independent ‘radio’ stations to listen to, but where to find them? Years ago, a shortwave and AM radio receiver was the best bet to stumble upon something new or unusual. Until recently, TuneIn.com was the go-to […]
With thanks to FSRN. Writing How to write a sentence for radio: Keep it short and fast! Every second counts. Write short sentences with one basic idea in each. We are trying to cram information into peoples’ ears, one short […]
Stream directory services Here is a list of radio directories you can submit your stream to, and if you know of any others, then do let me know so I can keep this list updated. Please let us know of […]
New Zealand Community Access Radio Funded by NZ On Air this group currently supports 12 community access stations across New Zealand (Frankly, it’s no where near enough). LPFM Licence With this licence you can operate a really low power FM […]
There’s little doubt that starting an online broadcast service has a low bar to entry. In rough figures all you need is money for music licenses, pocket change for a streaming service account, and using something such as Centova – […]
It seems some internet broadcasters have discovered video and are keen to stream their DJs hosting shows live across YouTube, FaceBook and Twitch.com among others. A friend who’s recently started live streaming his radio show in sound and vision tells […]
I have a pet hate about the openings of radio shows. The issue seems to relate only to internet DJs, although I have also experienced this with podcasters too. My friends, it is the issue of overly-long intros to shows. […]
It goes without saying that station owners put their heart and soul into what they broadcast. But as with any business, the online presence – your website – has to be taken into account too. Visit the web site of […]