The Story of An Interesting Match Between Transmitter and Phasor Written by Ron Nott Posted in In the Trenches. Returning to the scene of his late night encounter with the wild javalinas on Catalina Island, Ron Nott finishes his story … Continue reading
When the Danger is Outside the Transmitter Shack Written by Ron Nott Posted in In the Trenches. We often think of the dangers presented inside the transmitter room but sometimes just getting there can be (how shall we … Continue reading
Mom, I Killed the Transmitter! Written by Jim Michelinie Posted in In the Trenches. In the “Good Old Days,” aspiring broadcasters got training from mentors who usually prevented us from killing ourselves as we learned. … Continue reading
Diddums R.I.P. Written by Sean ONeel Posted in In the Trenches. Many stations have mascots, even “house pets.” Of course, it is important that they not go into places where … erm … Continue reading
Giving Personal Attention to Your Listeners Written by Barry Mishkind Posted in In the Trenches. How to treat listeners properly: Glen Kippel: “We don’t have voicemail at KWXY, so when people ask me to put them through … Continue reading
Western Union’s Time Was Up Years Ago Written by Don Kimberlin Posted in In the Trenches, When the FCC Calls. The year 1962 The place: Fort Lauderdale, FL – when “Miami” was still a separate market, and people listened to local radio. However, … Continue reading
Mystery VSWR Knocks Station Off Written by John Price Posted in In the Trenches. Few things are more frustrating than a transmitter that refuses to load into the antenna. Many issues can be in play, … Continue reading
Chasing an Interference Bug Written by Burt Weiner Posted in In the Trenches. Dealing with the neighbors when there is an interference complaint can be as much of a “public relations” problem as a … Continue reading
When Antennas Attack Written by Tom Bosscher Posted in In the Trenches. I have heard of transmitter fires, but how many folks have been attacked by their antennas? Pull up a chair and let grandpa … Continue reading
Camelot on the Moon Written by Don Kimberlin Posted in Broadcast History, In the Trenches. The Real Story of How We Managed to Fulfill Kennedy’s Promise and Put a Man on the Moon JFK said we would go … Continue reading
