Old RadioThe BROADCAST FAQ List

by Barry Mishkind (The Eclectic Engineer) and a host of friends


The FAQ has been updated as of 6/24/18.


This FAQ is designed to help answer many of the frequently asked questions about the broadcast industry.

An important note about this resource:

We have used many sources, including FCC files, university lecturers, historical publications and more, and have tried to be as accurate as possible, not repeating many of the myths of the industry (such as the Uncle Don Story) nor histories "manufactured" by promotion departments. However, I can not and do not guarantee total accuracy of what is in the FAQ. If you do see an error or omission, please inform me at:

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