Why would you have to have played to do a sports talk show? Certainly. every player can't do a sports talk show
That would make for interesting DXing. When I've used the European SDRs, I've noticed the closing of several MW broadcasters and what it opens up (which does not matter business-wise, obviously.)
And look at the section on astrology and other similar areas. There are obviously lots of folks who are superstitious in that area as well. Humans have always tried to find explanation for things they don't understand. And many replace education with superstition.
Curiosity doesn't mean low IQ, either.
I guess the point involves whether they're more curious about nothing, rather than curious about something that makes a difference in their lives, or society as a whole. Goes back to the whole trend; 'alternative reality'. Maybe if I talk about it enough, it becomes real?
Points taken, but -- like most mass media -- radio is a form of entertainment. Not everything is supposed to change the world. Look at all the millions who watch that Star Wars prequel series, Mandalorian (or whatever it's called). Is that making a difference in the world? Only to the bankrolls of Disney.
Agreed, but Star Wars, Star Treck, or whatever fantasy science fiction movie or mini series is generally looked upon as having pure entertainment value. People who believe in the occult, space aliens visiting, or pick your favorite conspiracy theory, REALLY want to/or actually do believe it's real.
There are Bigfoot festivals near me. There are true believers who go to Bigfoot seminars at these festivals, and everybody else who just has fun and eats
Exactly. Many times it's just a symbolic way to get out and meet like-minded folks. Kind of like Trump rallys:
That'd be for the true believers. What this event was mostly a community festival with a Bigfoot theme. The town (Marion,NC) has "adopted" Bigfoot as a mascot.
You mean to say the Trump rally's aren't a form of community festival?
"Keep your posts professional and respectful.Oh, sorry. I didn't know you actually listened. Okay maybe delusional moron was too strong. What about: 'delusional due to sleep deprivation'? I'm sure there must be a reason why someone would find that programming interesting.
Uh, I never said that. You said people who listen late at night to George Noory were potentially intelligent. Given most of the calls, my MENSA comment was meant to be sarcastic.
Oh yes, talking about ghosts, demonic possession, aliens, poltergeist, and the government trying to alter the weather, is much more interesting than actual news or music. That's what most of the QAnon people think too. Forget the actual news. Let's make up our own reality!
Ah, but most people who like to hear popular music, also don't wear tinfoil hats. You might be onto something there Boombox.
IQ is one thing, but I'm not sure if there is a delusional thinking-scale.
I think the difference is; I've been, and am still working in the business, including (up until recently) station ownership. As part of that difference, I've needed to stay on top of changes/evolution in the industry, and adjust to those trends and changes in order to stay relevant and am rewarded for doing so. Some of my work over the past twenty years has driven the very changes in the industry that you, and other's on this site frequently find appalling. Welcome to the modern world.
The reality is since you were in the business, that young people aren't interested in getting into specifically-radio. They're interested in getting involved in modern media. That's primarily social media, and unlike the old days, includes becoming an influencer, singing sensation, or somehow otherwise showing their talents. And they don't need a broadcast school or talent agency. They're getting noticed and jobs from doing videos and posts from their bedroom studio.
If anything I'm critical of posts here that are endlessly stuck in the past when radio, TV, and newspapers were the only forms of media. It isn't that way, nor has it been for years. I get sick and tired of talk about the good ol' days like we're still living in them. Even though I'm an old guy too, looking back so much just gets so tiresome. Maybe I hope to shake some people into waking up that there's a different world out there that continues to evolve, including exciting new things and forms of media that isn't just radio. That doesn't mean that radio is dying, or whatever, it just means radio has a different place. I've been fortunate to have been involved in a lot of technical groundbreaking in all forms of media, and continue working toward that today. Like any industry; if you're not running out front looking forward, you're just running behind.
Good Lord. Dude, it's 2022. Friggin wake up and look around.
I believe my reply was with Boombox, to which we frequently spar. He's a big boy and can take care of himself.
Some of the most legendary broadcasters never played professionally: Vin Scully, Chick Hearn, Foster Hewitt etc. etc. For that matter some of the great coaches (including Scotty Bowman the winningest coach in NHL history) didn't play in the pros either.
Bill Belichick's playing career ended in Middletown, CT, as a member of Wesleyan University's football team. Great coach, but the idea of listening to him doing a talk show makes my skin crawl.
You sound angry. Just trying to reply to a post! Relax Kelly. Maybe your doc needs to up your blood pressure medication.I think the difference is; I've been, and am still working in the business, including (up until recently) station ownership. As part of that difference, I've needed to stay on top of changes/evolution in the industry, and adjust to those trends and changes in order to stay relevant and am rewarded for doing so. Some of my work over the past twenty years has driven the very changes in the industry that you, and other's on this site frequently find appalling. Welcome to the modern world.
The reality is since you were in the business, that young people aren't interested in getting into specifically-radio. They're interested in getting involved in modern media. That's primarily social media, and unlike the old days, includes becoming an influencer, singing sensation, or somehow otherwise showing their talents. And they don't need a broadcast school or talent agency. They're getting noticed and jobs from doing videos and posts from their bedroom studio.
As BigA and I have pointed out, sought after talent may also include radio, but ultimately even radio is looking for people who relate to modern younger audiences, not just talking up an intro or having a good set of pipes. That's been the downfall of some classic radio talent; they don't value, nor seen the importance of being just as entertaining and informative via a social media presence, just as much as they do with the mic open. They've neglected that aspect at their own professional peril.
If anything I'm critical of posts here that are endlessly stuck in the past when radio, TV, and newspapers were the only forms of media. It isn't that way, nor has it been for years. I get sick and tired of talk about the good ol' days like we're still living in them. Even though I'm an old guy too, looking back so much just gets so tiresome. Maybe I hope to shake some people into waking up that there's a different world out there that continues to evolve, including exciting new things and forms of media that isn't just radio. That doesn't mean that radio is dying, or whatever, it just means radio has a different place. I've been fortunate to have been involved in a lot of technical groundbreaking in all forms of media, and continue working toward that today. Like any industry; if you're not running out front looking forward, you're just running behind.
Good Lord. Dude, it's 2022. Friggin wake up and look around.
I'm not angry P. I just find it interesting that you keep relating everything to the 80's. You accused me of running down radio.
Whatever. You sound angry in your posts. Relating to 80’s? Don’t know what you are referencing here.
