Understanding LED Tower Lighting

Written by Alex Fuellgraf on June 10, 2024. Posted in Towers.

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[June 2024] For many stations, maintaining their broadcast tower(s) requires several different areas of expertise, from mechanical to electrical. This article will discuss …

WCCO Part 3: WLAG Becomes WCCO

Written by Mark Durenberger on June 3, 2024. Posted in Broadcast Station Histories.

[May 2024] WCCO is a true pioneer station. Its roots go all the way back to 1922, the year that saw the …

Manufacturers & Vendors – Audio Routers & Switches

Audio Routers & Switches

These are the fine companies who support the BDR.
By calling and letting them know you appreciate it, you

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How the NRSC Benefits Your Station

Written by Norm Laramee on May 23, 2024. Posted in Management & Operations.

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[May 2024] Since 1994, the FCC requires AM stations to take a look at the effect of its transmissions on the broadcast spectrum …

Living In A Time of AI and ChatGPT

Written by Dana Puopolo on May 7, 2024. Posted in Management & Operations.

[April 2024] You have heard it repeatedly: AI is here. From that annoying recording that acts as if it is a person to …

Radio History by the Bay

Written by Barry Mishkind on May 7, 2024. Posted in Broadcast Station Histories.

[May 2024] This month marks the 92nd anniversary of the first intentional AM directional antenna in the US. About 20 years ago, …

WCCO’s History – A Good Start Meets A Setback

Written by Mark Durenberger on April 30, 2024. Posted in Broadcast Station Histories.

[May 2024] WCCO alumnus Mark Durenberger shows in his linear style of historical narrative, complete with printed news, oral and written history, conjecture, …