The hottest Radio Substack posts right now

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Piccadilly Radio started broadcasting 50 years ago. It’s a portal back to Manchester’s grimy, glorious past

The Mill • 2083 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Radio
  1. Piccadilly Radio brought new levels of localism and energy to Manchester through its programming.
  2. The Electric Circus in Collyhurst was a significant cultural hub featuring punk bands like The Jam and Buzzcocks.
  3. The story paints a vivid picture of Manchester's past, including the industrial landscape, cultural figures, and punk scene.

Giving Up Spotify Premium Gave Me Back My Sanity

Default Wisdom • 303 implied HN points • 28 Nov 25
🎶 Music Radio
  1. Giving up Spotify Premium cut down my anxiety and freed me from the pressure to endlessly curate, making me feel calmer and less driven by fleeting whims.
  2. Using ad-supported services and analog radio reintroduced serendipity — ads, DJs, and call-ins exposed me to new music, ideas, and cultural moments I wouldn’t have found on curated playlists.
  3. Accepting limits instead of unlimited options made me more patient and less entitled, and helped me appreciate shared, uncurated experiences with other people.

The Master of Disaster

Marc Stein • 511 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Radio
  1. The author shares personal reflections on legendary actor Carl Weathers and his impact on their life.
  2. The article mentions the busy time leading up to the NBA trade deadline and briefly touches on the All-Star Weekend.
  3. Stats on NBA players scoring high points in games and the upcoming changes in draft format are highlighted.

Guns N' Roses, Blink-182, Paramore

Stream N' Destroy • 373 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎶 Music Radio
  1. The post discusses rock music updates and releases from bands like Guns N' Roses, Blink-182, and Paramore.
  2. It highlights recent agency, label, and management signings in the music industry.
  3. The post also covers news about music consumption in 2023, with a focus on rock music's performance.
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The buzz from radio row

Purple Insider • 255 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Radio
  1. Radio Row during the Super Bowl is chaotic with hundreds of hosts and guests wandering around.
  2. Analytics in NFL is gaining trust but there's no consensus on interpretation yet.
  3. Former players and hosts are discussing the use of analytics and its impact on decision-making in football.

Jazz and confrontation

Expanding Dan • 432 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🎶 Music Radio
  1. In 1977, Walter Becker and Donald Fagen showcased their jazz influences on a radio program
  2. Becker and Fagen engaged in confrontational and humorous banter during the broadcast
  3. The interview highlighted the duo's wit and humor, even in the face of criticism

Three Thinking

David’s Substack • 79 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Radio
  1. Radio programming is changing to fit listener habits and tastes. Shows are moving between channels to stay fresh and relevant.
  2. Key presenters are being used for multiple shows, making it easier for listeners to connect with familiar voices. This aims to create a comforting and consistent listening experience.
  3. The BBC wants to shift towards an audience-controlled model. This means people will choose what they want to hear without worrying about which station it's on.

A Primer on Shortwave Radio Trading

Low Latency Trading Insights • 98 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Radio
  1. Shortwave radio signals can travel long distances, great for international broadcasting and long-range communication.
  2. A specialized shortwave radio is needed to tune in to shortwave broadcasts covering a wide range of content.
  3. Shortwave radio is used for diverse purposes like aviation, maritime, emergency communication, and more.

Remembering the New Year's Eve That I Got Big-Timed By Third Eye Blind

I Might Be Wrong • 11 implied HN points • 01 Jan 26
🎭️ Culture Radio
  1. Getting full of yourself often brings a quick reality check; small successes can be cut down in an instant.
  2. Crowds are fickle and will abandon an opener the moment a bigger act appears, so attention and timing matter as much as talent.
  3. Early wins can give you the confidence to take bigger risks, and even if those risks fail, other skills and persistence can keep your career moving forward.

Breaking/Sad News: Joyce Slocum, President of Texas Public Radio, has died.

Think Future • 59 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
📰 News Radio
  1. Joyce Slocum, President of Texas Public Radio, has passed away after a prolonged illness, leaving a legacy of love and influence.
  2. People who work in public radio believe in the public and strive to inform and uplift listeners with every program.
  3. Joyce Slocum's dedication to public radio for decades showcased her belief in the power of an informed public to do good.

The Power of the AM

Dada Drummer Almanach • 187 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🎶 Music Radio
  1. AM radio stations are equipped with emergency resources to reach populations during crises.
  2. AM radio can be sensitive to electronic interference from various household devices.
  3. Efforts are being made to ensure that electric cars include AM radio for emergency broadcasting.

On Quitting Spotify

Reboot • 38 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Radio
  1. The author explores quitting Spotify in favor of CDs & radio for a more intentional listening experience.
  2. The obsession with frictionless algorithms on streaming platforms may limit the diversity and depth of music discovery.
  3. Diversifying music consumption with CDs, radio, and live performances can offer unique, fulfilling listening experiences.

[Solution]Problem 10: Discover minimum transmission range [Spotify]

Technology Made Simple • 19 implied HN points • 25 Oct 21
🕹 Technology Radio
  1. The problem involves determining the minimum broadcast range for radio towers to cover all listeners along a line.
  2. The initial approach might involve iterating through users and towers, but it could result in a higher time complexity.
  3. To optimize the solution, it's important to think about ways to reduce time complexity, such as finding more efficient algorithms or data structures.

A short drive around Bucharest in the Lupo

ART⋂CODE • 6 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Radio
  1. The author has a new live performance called 'Agency of Chaos, Unmoved' that explores consciousness and AI.
  2. The Radiophrenia Festival features sound works and the author has two playing next week.
  3. A special car journey in Bucharest inspired the author's sound work and will be shared at the festival.

✅ Monday briefing: Combatting disinformation, radio rocks, newsletter strategies, content engagement, algorithmic amplification, Facebook's second life, Facebook groups, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 01 Nov 21
🕹 Technology Radio
  1. A company backed by well-known investors is working to fight disinformation by promoting fact-based information. It's a step to help people get reliable news.
  2. Many people in the UK still love listening to the radio, with 89% tuning in every week. It's a popular way to consume content for many adults.
  3. Newsletters are becoming a popular strategy for publishers to connect with readers directly. They help bypass big tech platforms like Apple and Google.

Planets on the BBC

Extrasolar Times • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🔬 Science Radio
  1. BBC Radio 5 live featured expert opinions on different types of planets
  2. The show covered terrestrial inner planets, giant planets, dwarf planets, and extrasolar planets
  3. The segment is informative and entertaining for astronomy enthusiasts