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These articles are the most popular over the last month.
So, What Exactly is a Podcast?
Podcasting. You've heard about it and now you want to do it your self. Finally: you can have your own talk show or radio program of any sort and distribute it to the world. It's not very hard and this tutorial will show you exactly how to do it - the "nuts and bolts" way.
How to Record Webcasts
Record Streaming Audio From Internet Radio Stations and Sources is not that difficult. There are two free programs available which will record audio for you. All you have to do is download them!
How To Create Your Own Internet Radio Station
Want to create your own web-based Radio station? Here's what you need to know from simple, personal broadcasting from your PC to reaching the world. Whether your goal is profit or fun, this information will get you started on your way to online webcasting.
Free And Easy: Freecorder
Applian Technologies has released its latest version of Freecorder, a freeware alternative for recording streaming audio. Review and Details.
Radio Glossary
Radio broadcasting terms defined through an easy to understand glossary including those for AM, FM, Satellite, Internet Streaming, and Podcasting.
Radio's 20-Hour Work Week
A lot of people, especially typical radio listeners, think the people on-the-air work 4 hours-a-day because that's how long their radio show is. Well, the 20-hour Radio work week is a fallacy. What most people don't see is the amount of time that goes into preparing a show and the other duties on-air radio personalities usually have. Learn more.
Creating Your Own Internet Radio Station
Creating your own online Radio station is quite easy with the help of Live365.com. If you can upload a file and make some easy choices, you, too, can be an Internet Radio Station owner
Pirate Radio
Pirate Radio is software that allows any individual with a PC computer and an Internet connection to create their own Radio station quickly, painlessly and at negligible cost.
Satellite Radio On Motorcycles
If you enjoy the freedom of cruising down an open highway on your motorcycle but are always looking for a way to enhance the experience even more - how about Satellite Radio? There are specially designed mounting kits that work with several XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio products. Read more.
Streaming Audio Recording Software Chart
This is a features comparison chart between the major freeware and shareware applications designed to record streaming audio from webcasts, the internet and other online sources.
Broadcast Live with ubroadcast
ubroadcast allows anyone to easily set up an Internet radio broadcast and begin transmitting almost instantly from any location with ubroadcast's software and an Internet connection. To this end, ubroadcast has just released its "Station Manager" software which allows users to host a live radio show. Read more.
Most Viewed Radio Station Logos
One of the most viewd Radio station logos at the About.com Radio site.
Start Your Own Online Station
If you have always thought about being on the radio or running a radio station but thought it was too hard, or too expensive, or too time consuming, think again. Here are just 8 reasons to start one - and most likely, you'll have some of your own by the time you finish reading. Learn more.
"Easy Radio" Net Radio Player
With Internet Radio becoming more mainstream everyday, dozens of software applications continue to be created to make it easier for users to listen. With a name like "Easy Radio", it doesn't get much simpler than this and the free version is full of enough features for the average stream-junky. Read more.
Be A DJ: Radio Jobs Available
Have you ever considered becoming a DJ? There are jobs out there. Here are the most popular links to Radio jobs offered online.
Country Music Online
Here are suggested links to online webcasts of country music either from Internet-only Radio stations or traditional Radio stations that also stream their programming.
What You Need To Know About Recording Streaming Audio
A listing of links on the Radio site at About.com that feature information on how to record streaming audio, shareware and freeware designed to record streaming audio from online Radio stations, webcasts and other Internet audio sources plus reviews by your Radio Guide on particular streaming audio recorders.
Creating Your Own Internet Radio Station With Live 365
Creating your own online Radio station is quite easy with the help of Live365.com. If you can upload a file and make some easy choices, you, too, can be an Internet Radio Station owner!
Comedy Radio Online
Need a good laugh? Check out this excellent list of Internet-based Online Web Radio stations that specialize in humor, comedy and just plain fun stuff!
Product Tour of HD Radios
HD Radio technology transmits digital audio and data alongside existing AM and FM analog signals, allowing listeners with HD Radio compatible receivers to enjoy CD-quality sound and virtually eliminating the static, hiss, and pops associated with analog radio. This is a short product tour highlighting various HD Radios and tuners with descriptions and price comparisons from PriceGrabber, a comparison shopping service.
Freecorder Toolbar
The Freecorder Toolbar is free software which resides in your browser and is powerful enough to satisfy the needs of many who wish to record Internet Radio. It's available for both Explorer and Firefox, installs easily, and is simple to use. Read full review.
Comparison of XM and SIRIUS
This is a step-by-step comparison of the major features for XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio including: streams, online listening, cost, satellites, customer service, activation fee, cancellation fee, additional radio cost, and customer service options.
Spooky October Radio
Haunted Radio stations for your Halloween listening.
Your Own Internet Station
A Radio site visitor writes: I am thinking about starting a personal Internet radio station on live365, or similar service provider. Although it appears easy enough, and the price is certainly affordable, before I commit and start something like this I would like to know what the caveats are. Here's the answer.
Satellite Radio For Your Car, Home or Anywhere
Satellite Radio comes in two flavors: XM and Sirius. There are similarities and differences but before you invest, learn your options.
Radio Propaganda - Another Weapon In War
Radio has long been used as another weapon in war, mainly as a propaganda tool. From broadcasts aimed at Iraq by U.S. forces against Saddam Hussein, to North Vietnam's
Top 40 - Pop Music Online
Top 40, also known as 'Pop' Music (from 'Popular') and sometimes referred to as 'Contemporary Hit Music' reflects the listening mainstream and features songs pulled from various genres: hip hop, country, alternative and anything else a hit song can be found. Here are suggested Links for listening online.
Create Your Own Radio Program
Have you been itching to jump into personal broadcasting? Thinking about creating your own Radio show? How do you start? Should I stream it or Podcast? How do I record a show? What are formatics and are they important? How do I get guests? Find the answers to these questions and more in this six-part series. Part 2: Stream or Podcast?
SIRIUS/XM Comparison Chart
If you can't decide which satellite radio service to choose, here is a side-by-side comparison of SIRIUS and XM Satellite Radio in an easy to view chart.
Radio's 25 Greatest
Here is "The 25 Greatest Radio Talk Show Hosts of All Time", according to Talkers Magazine Online.
Your Own Talk Show
A visitor to the Radio site at About.com writes: “How is doing a talk show different from music using the Live 365 formats. I am assuming I can do a talk show format with 365??” Here's your answer.
RAW Records Streaming Audio
Bitcartel announces the release of RAW which records Internet audio as a high-quality MP4-AAC. RAW can record iPod-compatible RealAudio streaming, movie trailers, news webcasts and even Flash jingles. Read more.
Comparing Satellite Radio
There are two Satellite Radio services available: XM and SIRIUS. They're both good, so which one is right for you? By spending a little time reviewing their differences, you'll no doubt see which one should be your particular choice.
Radio Station Virtual Tour
If you ever wondered what it looks like inside a Radio station, here's a short, virtual tour of a typical Radio station using photographs and featuring additional links to more in-depth information.
Screamer Radio Radio Tuner
A computer student from Sweden has created a free software application for listening to Internet radio called "Screamer Radio". It's a wonderful application no fan of 'Net radio should be without. Read more.
Index of Songs by Topic From The Green Book
A weekly list of songs compiled by The Green Book pertaining to a topical or seasonal event.
Find Baseball on Radio
Looking to hear your favorite baseball team but you don't know where to begin? Whether you live in the city it plays or have been transplanted thousands of miles away from the team you love, there are many options for getting your fix of the Great American Past Time.
Best Classic Rock Stations
In 10 clicks, your Radio Guide will introduce you to 10 of the best Classic Rock stations around.
Internet Radio Recorder
Fogware Publishing has released "Internet Radio Recorder" for recording Internet music and programming which includes many features to enhance recording and maintaining a library of audio. More details.
Podcasting For DumbDumbs
Let me first assure you I don't think you're a "DumbDumb". But, if you're like me, you just want to get things done with the least amount of resistance. There are several companies who have created "point and click" browser interfaces that let you skip the technical stuff to allow you to create your own podcast quickly and easily. Find which ones and where to find them.
Radiolover Records Streams For MAC
Radiolover 1.1 allows MAC users to record their favorite Internet Radio stations as separate songs so the audio can be played back in their iPod later. Read more.
Want To Work On The Radio?
If you've ever thought of working in Radio, here's what you need to know about how to break-in. Covered are broadcast schools, traditional colleges and universities, interns, apprentices, what you can expect to make and more.>
How Do I Break Into Radio?
Have you thought about getting into Radio but not sure how to go about it? Well, there are three basic ways people wind up on-the-air. Which one should you follow?
Emergency Radios For Natural Disasters and Terror Attacks
It should be obvious to anyone following the news and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina most people were terribly unprepared - even those who evacuated. Are you prepared for a natural disaster? Are you prepared for a terrorist attack? Do you have an Emergency Radio? Read more and see some.
The Clear Channel Banned Songs List
One of the most famous stories of banned songs occurred several days after September 11, 2001. It's alleged a list of songs not to play was issued by Clear Channel Radio to company Program Directors. There's more to this story - read it here.
AudioSpin Media Recorder
AudioSpin Streaming Media Recorder is a Windows software application which comes with a large database of Internet stations for easy selection. Users can record sessions or capture individual tracks on-the-fly for later playback.
WKRP in Cincinnati - Turkey Drop Audio
A 1978 episode of WKRP in Cincinnati became an instant classic when the station decided to drum up some publicity by dropping live turkeys from a helicopter. Too bad nobody told them turkeys can't fly! Listen to audio highlights.
Create Your Own Jingles
A visitor to Radio.about.com wants to know how it is possible to create some good jingles for his radio program. Believe it or not, it can be done for almost nothing - or - for a few bucks you can actually get one of the greatest jingle companies in the world to do it for you. Read more.
Radio Internships Available
One of the best ways to break into Radio is by Interning. It's an old tradition in broadcasting and still one of the BEST ways to learn the business from the inside out. Here's a list of selected Intern opportunities.
What is HD Radio?
Many radio listeners are confused about HD Radio. They hear their favorite station talking about it but aren't sure if they are hearing the result of it. HD Radio makes AM and FM sound better and allows both to do more. Read what HD Radio is, and is not - in simple terms.
Compare Microphone Prices
If you're thinking of creating an Internet Radio station or your own Podcast, you can quickly compare prices for the most popular microphone brands with a few clicks.
Record Phone Calls for Podcast
Podcasters and Internet webcasters who conduct phone interviews as part of their programs often need a solution for capturing the phone audio. It's not terribly hard and there are many options for landline, wireless and voip telephones. Read more about the solutions for recording phone calls in your Podcasts or for your Internet Radio show.
BoomBox Internet Radio Player
The BoomBox Internet Radio Player is absolutely an essential piece of software for those who enjoy Internet Radio and streaming audio on the Web. It quickly allows you to pick from thousands of sources and just as quickly, let's you record whatever you want. Full Review.
Do You Need A License?
A site visitor asks: Is there an FCC license requirement for on the air broadcasting? - Paul Krizauskas. Here's the answer.
Replay Radio 6.0 Review
Replay Radio has always been a brilliant recording application for capturing radio programs off the Internet. Now, not only does it record Internet Radio but with version 6.0 it introduces Podcast support and more. Read Review
SAM Broadcaster For Net Radio
If you're running an Internet Radio station or considering starting one up, SAM Broadcaster can give you the tools big operations use to make their programming sound great. Plus, it's automated. Find out more and get the link for a free 14-day trial.
Wavosaur - Free Audio Editor
Wavosaur is a free audio editor with just enough features to be powerful yet limited enough to be easily understood and useful to someone who isn't too familiar with audio editing and only wants to do some basic recording. Home enthusiasts, podcasters with simple projects, and others may want to download and review this application.
Raima Radio
Raima Radio is a freeware application designed for listening and recording Internet Radio. It is extremely easy to use yet includes a myriad of options to customize the user's experience. Read more.
WMA/MP3 Recorder Professional
i-Sound has released a piece of software for recording streaming audio which is top notch. It’s called the “WMA/MP3 Recorder Professional” and has everything most users could ever need for a variety of applications. Read more.
Portable Satellite Radios
You get the most out of Satellite Radio with the portable hardware solutions being offered by XM and SIRIUS. Here are the choices now available with easy links for price comparison through the free Pricegrabber service.
Showprep Secrets - by Corey Deitz
Showprep Secrets is a free online book created by Radio veteran Corey Deitz to help DJs and Radio personalities better prepare their Radio shows. Deitz, who has consistently scored #1 ratings at various stations in several formats, shares his years of experience, knowlege, tricks and secrets to creating a better Radio show.
Classical Music Online and Beyond
Classical music enthusiasts can find a wide offering of programming available online from traditional terrestrial stations that also stream, Internet-based streaming audio and even satellite Radio. Here's what you need to know about enjoying classical music online.
Break Into Radio Sales
A visitor to the Radio site at About.com wants to know if it's hard to break into Radio sales and if one needs to have any prior knowledge of the Radio business. Actually, radio stations are always looking for talented producers and are willing to train motivated people who they think are right for the job. Read more.
Best Alternative Rock Stations
In 10 clicks, your Radio Guide will introduce you to 10 of the best Alternative Rock stations around.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
XM Satellite Radio Hardware
Thinking about subscribing to XM Satellite Radio and wondering what kind of hardware is available and the cost? Take this short product tour of some of the more popular receivers compatible with XM Satellite Radio.
Best Alternative Music eTracks On The Net, 2002
These are the top 40 Alternative songs that were streamed, downloaded and sold online over the internet during 2002, as compiled by The Net Music Countown
MAGIX Webradio Recorder
MAGIX has announced MAGIX Webradio Recorder, which lets consumers record multiple radio shows and music, automatically name tracks, and burn them onto CD or DVD. More details...
How to Edit a Music File
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.
Oldies and Classic Rock Online
Listening to online Radio and webcasts from both streaming Internet-only Radio to traditional Radio stations that stream, has become easier. There are many choices in any genre from Alternative to country, pop to classical and everything in between. Here are links, by format, to get you started.
"W" And "K" Call Letters
Why do some U.S. radio station call letters begin with "W" and others begin with "K"? Find out.
Radio Bloopers and Outtakes
Radio bloopers and outtakes have been around since microphones and transmitters. DJs, hosts, presenters and radio personalities have always and will always make mistakes. The fun part is catching them in a recording and that's what we have here. This is Series 1 of such audio cuts. Most contain PROFANITY.
SONO Digital Media Player
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 allows you to change media between Internet Radio, local FM, mp3 files, or CDs. Read the full review.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Kidd Kraddick
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
Alternative Modern Rock Online
Looking for new streams of Alternative Modern Rock Radio Online? Here are selected links to Internet-only, college and commercial Radio stations that stream Alternative Modern Rock.
This Week's List of Songs by Topic From The Green Book - Songs About Football: Football Season Kicks Off!
A weekly list of songs compiled by The Green Book pertaining to a topical or seasonal event.
iFM Turns iPod Into FM Radio
Griffin Technology's new iFM integrates FM radio tuning, recording and remote control functionality to the iPod, all in a tiny aluminum enclosure. Full Details.
iTrip Plays iPod Through FM
The new iTrip accessory allows iPod owners to play the music in their iPod through any FM radio. Details.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Rush Limbaugh
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Bernie Ward
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
Cume
Cume < Back to Last Page >     < Full Glossary > Definition: A radio station's cume is similar to a newspaper's
Gcast For Simplistic Podcasts
Gcast’s easy to follow setup allows the user to quickly setup a Podcast with title, description, graphic, keywords, and more. With Gcast, you can upload a finished Podcast in the form of an .mp3 or better yet, you can record your Podcast right over your phone – toll free. Read more about this.
How To Create An Audition Tape For A Radio Station
Making a demo tape to be on the radio can be done very simply. All you need is a computer, a CD burner, time to write a few scripts and the patience to record them and send them to a Program Director
SIRIUS Satellite Hardware
Thinking about subscribing to SIRIUS Satellite Radio and wondering what kind of hardware is available and the cost? Take this short product tour of some of the more popular receivers compatible with SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
The Radio Broadcast That Panicked America
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles and the Mercury Theatre performed a radio play based on an H.G. Wells story entitled
Total Recorder Pro Records Your Webcasts
Total Recorder Professional Edition is a smart software application designed to record streaming audio from online Radio webcasts, other Internet sources and every signal that can pass through your soundcard. This piece of shareware has some very nice features including scheduling, appending, file format choices, and much more.
FM Radio On Your Handheld PDA
iBIZ Technology Corporation has introduced the first FM Radio SD card for PDA handheld computers. Now, for under $50 dollars you can turn your personal handheld digital assistant into a miniature boom box.
Work in Radio: Interning
I'm often asked what is the best way to break into Radio and I always tell people to try and start as an intern - paid, not paid, or for college credit. But, sometimes even finding an intern position can be challenging. Some questions from site visitors and answers. Read more.
Break Into Radio - The Easi...
If you want to break into Radio, the most sound and sure way is to just get your foot-in-the-door. Time and time again, unpaid interns are offered opportunities as they arise in the course of business at Radio stations.
104.7-FM La GranD
NextMedia has announced the launch of “104.7-FM La GranD”, a Spanish-language FM which will serve the Milwaukee/Racine, Wisconsin market beginning Friday. Read more.
XM Launches Online Streams
XM Satellite Radio has launched its premium Internet radio service XM Radio Online. Now you don't have to invest in a satellite receivers to listen in on commercial-free music streams and other XM programs. Read more.
RDS - Radio Data System
RDS - Radio Data System < Back to Last Page >     < Full Glossary > Definition: This technology allows
Sample Letter For Radio Intern Position
One of the best ways to break into Radio is by starting as an intern. Radio stations like interns because they're free. offering your services on a flexible, part-time basis is a great way to begin to learn the business.
VOA: Voice of America
What exactly is the Voice of America? Here's a list of quick facts: What you need to know about the Radio broadcasting arm of VOA.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Victoria Derbyshire
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
NASCAR Radio Plentiful Online and On-The-Air
NASCAR racing fans will find an abundance of online and traditional Radio sources for race coverage, analysis and news. Here's what you need to know.
Music Director
Music Director < Back to Last Page >     < Full Glossary > Definition: Responsible for interacting with
How Many Radio Stations?
How many radio stations are there in the United States of America? Here's the answer.
What XM - SIRIUS Merger Means
With the XM - SIRIUS Satellite Radio merger a done deal, what will this combination mean to your costs and your programming choices? I posed five questions to SIRIUS - which I was able to only answer after a little poking around. Read more.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Ron and Fez
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Glenn Beck
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
So, You Wanna Work In Radio?
It's natural for people to wonder what being in Radio is all about, especially those considering it as a profession. My advice? RUN! RUN as FAST AS YOU CAN and don't look back! Read answers to real questions from a curious student.
Net Radio Device, iAPplayer
iMuse Electronics has introduced, iAPlayer, and new home entertainment audio component that moves streaming audio and music files from your personal computer to your home stereo or entertainment system. unit is designed to be simple to use and is targeted for non-technical users. Read More.
Working In Radio
A newsletter course in what jobs are available in Radio, the best ways to break in and what to expect in general from the business
Andromeda Webcasts From Kitchens To Corporations
Andromeda takes a collection of MP3 files and turns in into a complete, sophisticated, on-demand streaming Web site. In other words, all you do is drag and drop music files, and Andromeda does all the work of building your site and generating streams for you.
AL20XM Satellite Radio
XM Satellite Radio and The Harley-Davidson Motor Company are offering riders an all-new option for receiving programming. The new Road Tech(TM) AL20 XM Satellite Radio is the first portable XM unit exclusively designed for many 1996 and later model Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Read More
Z100 to Offer Podcast
Beginning Monday, June 6, Clear Channel's Z100 in New York will begin offering a podcast of one of it's popular morning show features, "Phone Tap". Read more.
MSN Radio Offerings
MSN Radio is in beta mode and you can try it out. Besides the music streams you would expect, you can also download songs you particularly like for under a buck and the service even offers "sound-alike" streams for some of your local radio stations. Read more
Profiles of Popular and Extraordinary Radio Personalities - Michael Savage
These are succint biographical profiles of popular and extraordinary radio personalities and presenters. Many of these are of active hosts and some of them are of people who were pioneers and contributed to radio in almost immeasurable ways.
The Net Music Countdown's Weekly Charts
These are the top songs being streamed and listened to over the internet as compiled weekly by The Net Music Countown
Learn To Edit Audio Like A Radio Pro
This is a free, online audio editing course that teaches basic digital editing techniques.
Podcasting With ClickCaster
ClickCaster is a very simple and easy to use podcasting solution that gives anyone with an Internet connection, the ability to create, publish, listen and subscribe to an on-demand Podcast. More Details.
SIRIUS Satellite Personalities
SIRIUS Satellite Radio offers a host of celebrity DJs and Personalities across its various channels. Here's a growing list.
Grab Streaming Audio With Loop Recorder
Loop Recorder offers the user an easy way to record Internet Radio stations, streaming audio and any audio signal your sound card can play. Nice features include a timer and a built-in sound editor. Read the full review.
Could YOU be a Rock Radio Music Director?
Take a quiz and find out Could YOU be a Rock Radio Music Director?
Download Songs From FM
Snaptune, Inc. has released Snaptune™ One, a new software product that ‘downloads’ complete songs, talk shows, interviews and live sessions directly from FM radio to a PC.
HD Radio Has Detractors
HD Radio came on the consumer scene about three years ago with promises of revitalizing AM and FM radio stations with a new fidelity. So far, the sales of HD Radio receivers has been less than expected and the new technology definitely has some critics and detractors. Read more.
Your Business on the Radio
Have you ever heard a weekend program on a talk radio station about gardening or home repair or how to keep your auto running better? Just how do those people get their own radio shows? Read on and I'll tell you.
Famous Reagan 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.
PodOmatic Podcasting Portal
PodOmatic.com has launched its podcasting portal site where users can create, mix, host, search, share, and grab podcasts and mp3s. No experience or particular skills required, either! Read more...
Vietnam Pirate DJ Dave Rabbit
The story of Pirate DJ, Dave Rabbit, has circulated for years with few facts to go on. Rabbit, in the Air Force during U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, started a pirate radio station that became short-lived but legendary. Not much could be verified - until now. Rabbit has emerged to tell his story in his own words.
Dees Leaves KIIS-FM
Longtime KIIS-FM, Los Angeles morning man, Rick Dees, informed his audience this morning that he would no longer be doing that station's morning show after 22 years. Word is Ryan Seacrest will replace him. Details...
XstreamRadio Streams/Records
XstreamRadio is free software that streams and records Internet Radio. It boasts access to 1,000 international stations from all genres and the software developer claims it is not only easy to use but is spyware free with no catches.
Beatles Fan Creates His Own Internet Radio Station
Pat Matthews is a former Radio and TV personality. After he left the business to become a free-lance TV and voice-over artist, a chance meeting with some people from Live365.com spurred him on to create his own Internet Radio station. Today, 20,000 people each week catch the streams from his 'Beatles-A-Rama'. Does creating YOUR OWN station sound like something you'd like to do? Find out more about how he did it and what it takes to keep it running.
Internet Radio In Your Car
If you thought Satellite Radio was the only service that could offer you more choice and selection in Radio channels and programming, wait until Internet Radio is available in your car. All 100,000 audio streams. Interested? Read more.
Record Streaming Audio With Eye Candy
Audio Playback Recorder offers the user excellent built-in options for recording streaming audio from radio stations and other internet based audio sources. Read the full review.
Record SIRIUS to iPod
A site visitor to Radio.about.com wants to know how to record her favorite SIRIUS Satellite Radio programs so she can listen later on her iPod. Is it possible? Yes! Here's the answer.
Firefox Radio Add-Ons
If you are a user of the Firefox Browser - and a radio fan - you may be missing out on some great radio freebies available to enhance your browsing experience. Various third-party developers, hobbyists, and programmers have created a wealth of add-ons which put the world of streaming online radio as close as your mouse. Read more and get links to the best ones.
Limbaugh Divorcing
On his Friday program, Rush Limbaugh announced to his listeners that he and his wife of 10 years, Marta, are divorcing. Details
OldTimeRadioFans.com
Kenny Johnson is a 32-year-old Systems Administrator from Birmingham Alabama who has a passion for Old Time Radio. He loves those old radio shows so much, all he wants to do is let you download as many as you want for free. Read more.
Arrested Over Porn Stunt
A character known as "Fat Kid" from the morning show at 99X in Atlanta, was arrested this past Wednesday for a stunt which went slightly awry when the victims called the cops. Details...
iFill Grabs Audio For iPods
iFill, new iPod software streams mp3 files from thousands of free radio stations directly to your iPod. Read more.
Internet Audio Away From PC
A site visitor to Radio.about.com wants to know how to listen to Internet audio while in his home but away from his computer. Here's the answer
Tour Howard Stern's Studio
What might be considered one of the year's best promotional stunts, Howard Stern and SIRIUS Satellite Radio have arranged for you to take a virtual tour of his new studio and suite of offices. All you need is your mouse. Read more.
Easily Create An Internet R...
Thanks to the Internet, anybody can become a DJ or program their own Radio station. It's very easy to begin and here are the two easiest options available.
Radio Questions and Answers
I get questions all the time about being on-the-air (AM and FM) and being on Internet Radio. Although I answer writers personally, every once-in-a-while I like to present a compilation of information which will be beneficial to general readers. Here are questions and answers about being on-the-air, hosting a radio show, and starting your own Internet Radio station.
Chicago Gets New Oldies
Chicago has a new Oldies station: "94.7 Chicago's True Oldies Channel". It's hoping to fill the void left by WJMK-FM which went "JACK" in June. But, a test of loyalty will now ensue. Chicagoans don't easily give up on their heroes. Read more (Analysis/Opinion)
This Week's List of Songs by Topic From The Green Book - Autumn Arrives
A weekly list of songs compiled by The Green Book pertaining to a topical or seasonal event.
Account Executive
Account Executive < Back to Last Page >     < Full Glossary > Definition: A salesperson who sells commercials
Disc-Jockey Philosophy
Radio DJs have always been philosophers, of a sort. But, they have usually saved their words of wisdom for show sign-offs. Read some famous sign-offs from some very notable Disc-Jockeys.
Anger: XM Commercial-Free?
Subscribers to XM Satellite Radio continue to be either upset, dismayed, or confused about XM’s policy concerning commercials on music channels. Some subscribers voice legimiate complaints, others are just confused about the service's claims. Read their emails, read the factual explanations.
Art Bell Back, George Noory Stays, Barbara Simpson Out
AM Coast to Coast, the overnight program that focuses on ghosts and aliens, is undergoing some changes. Art Bell, the original host is coming out of retirement to take over weekend duties from Barbara Simpsons. Read more.
Veteran Liberal Talk Show Host Lynn Samuels Joins SIRIUS
Liberal Radio host, Lynn Samuels, joins SIRIUS Satellite Radio in October with her own show. Read more.
Is Cell Phone Radio's Future?
Is Your Cell Phone The Future of Radio? The convergence of wireless technology, content and size make the cell phone the perfect host for the future of Radio. Read why.
Pushing Yourself Into Radio
I am often asked what is the best way to get into Radio? A speciality broadcast school? A 4-year college program? An internship? Do you have to know somebody? Well, there is a little secret - a sure fire way I've seen work for countless people over and over. I'd be happy to tell you what it is. Read more.
XM, SIRIUS College Football
XM Satellite Radio will debut its new college sports line-up with a national radio broadcast of the match-up between Virginia Tech and the University of Southern California. Meanwhile, SIRIUS Satellite Radio has announced the first of an extensive package of college football games with a live play-by-play broadcast featuring the No. 1-ranked University of Southern California Trojans vs. the Virginia Tech Hokies. Read more.
80sNow.com Now Streaming
What happens when you give a Radio Pro a custom computer, 2000 songs from the 1980s, broadband and a second chance at a dream music format? 80sNow.com. This Internet station may be new, but it's going to get known fast. Read more.
NASCAR ProScan 100 Headphones
NASCAR ProScan 100 headphones include a scanner and FM Radio are are designed for use at the track let you hear all the chatter between the drivers and their crews. There are 5 styles: Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon, Dale Jarret, Kevin Harvick, and Rusty Wallace. Also: A Tony Stewart "2005 Sirius Satellite Radio at the Glen Champion" framed 6x8 photograph with race-used tire. See descriptions from Pricegrabber and compare prices.

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