Radio Serena Show 05

Song 1. Take a Bow - Madonna
Song 2. I Got You Babe – Sunny and Cher
Song 3. Luck Be a Lady - Frank Sinatra
Song 4. Take It in Blood - Nas
Song 5. Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um – Major Lance
Song 6. Charlie Brown – Coldplay
Song 7. Another Night – Real McCoy
Song 8. The Angels Listened In - The Crests
Song 9. In a Big Country - Big Country
Song 10. Take My Breath away - Berlin
Song 11. The Gift - John Adorney
Song 12. I Wanna Rock - Twisted Sister
Song 13. Wonderwall - Oasis
Song 14. The Battle of New Orleans - Johnny Horton

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The Radio Kid's Rant! 51: Trump's Extreme Vetting - Injustice in Oswego

This time, The Radio Kid shares their thoughts on President Trump's extreme vetting for immigrants and refugees, and then they speak their mind about a recent miscarriage of justice in their home town.

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Clearing the Static 1705

We open with discussion of a format change in Salt Lake City, and a rebranding of a Triple A in Virginia. Then, we address more feedback about radio listening and younger generations. Finally, we speculate on possible changes to the FCC in the new Trump administration.

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Clearing the Static 1704

A jam packed show this week. First, we know the new format soon to launch on 107.5 in Springfield, Illinois. Next, a new CHR comes to the Dallas market. A high school station in Washinton state changes its format. We stay in the Pacific Northwest to discuss a new Urban radio station in Portland. We then discuss how radio consultants have impacted radio over the years, as a result of some listener feedback we received. A new Oldies station comes to the Burlington, Vermont market, and this will result in changes coming to other AM stations in that market in the near future. In Erie, PA, a college station is in the process of transferring its Classic Hits format to a commercial broadcaster. What will then become of the college's own station in the future? Also, college in Virginia sells to a commercial operator. What does this say about the fate of college radio? That's all here on this edition of CTS.

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The Radio Kid's Rant! 50: Toddlers and Trump

An unusual juxtaposition on the rant this time. First, The Radio Kid gives their thoughts on some of the trials and tribulations of looking after a two year old. Then, some thoughts on newly elected President Trump.

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Radio Serena Show 04: Sam Cooke Tribute

Song 1. We’re Having a Party – Rod Stuart
Song 2.  Lord Remember Me – Sam C ooke and Soul Stirers
Song 3.  Farther Along – Sam Cooke and Soul Stirers
Song 4.  Jesus Gave Me Water – Sam Cooke and Soul Stirers
Song 5.  Touch the Hem of His Garment Sam Cooke and Soul Stirers
Song 6. Wonderful  - Sam Cooke and Soul Stirers
Song 7. Lovable  - Dale Cooke
Song 8. You Send Me – Sam Cooke
Song 9. Wonderful World  - Sam Cooke
Song 10. Cupid – Sam Cooke
Song 11. Chain Gang – Sam Cooke
Song 12. Everybody Likes to cha cha cha – Sam Cooke
Song 13. Ee-yi-ee-yi-oh – Sam Cooke
Song 14. Little Red Rooster – Sam Cooke
Song 15. Twistin’ the Night Away – Sam Cooke
Song 16.  Only 16 – Sam Cooke
Song 17. A Change is Gonna Come  - Sam Cooke

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Radio Serena Show 03

Radio Serena show 3 playlist
Song 1. Summer Time – Will Smith
Song 2. Mona Lisa - Carl Mann
Song 3. Don't Mess with the Messer - Koko Taylor
Song 4. Little One – High Society 1998 Cast Recording
Song 5. I'm Into Something Good - Herman's Hermits
Song 6. Games Without Fronteers – Peter Gabriel
Song 7. nLost in Love - Air Supply
 Song 8. Don't Wanna Know - Maroon 5 feat. Kendrick Lamar
Song 9. Unconventional Wisdom - Vivian Khor
Song 10. I’ll Be Allright – MTS
Song 11. Little Darlin' - The Gladiolas
Song 12. Everything I Own - Boy George
Song 13. One Crush  - Garbage
Song 14. Mr. Lee - The Bobbettes
Song 15. Mbube - The Mahotella Queens

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The Radio Kid's Rant! 49: Cell Phones

The Kid reminisces about their experiences with cellular phones over the years.

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Clearing the Static 1703

We open with big news from Ithaca this week. The end of Progressive Talk on WNYY. What could this mean for the few stations still committed to the format? And, what will replace the format? That would be Pure Oldies. But, what is Pure Oldies? And, could that very same format be on its way to Springfield, IL? It would appear so.
And what of the apparent renewed interest in Oldies by various radio companies? Can it be that radio is giving up on younger ears in favor of older listeners whom they believe will stick with terrestrial radio? If so, what about targeting demos over 55? That seems to have always been off limits, but, why not change that? We discuss all of this on this edition of CTS.

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Radio Serena 02: Format of the Month: Fusion

This time on Radio Serena, it's "a different kind of Jazz". This is Fusion!

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Song 1. The Mahavishnu Orchestra - The Dance of Maya
Song 2. Return to Forever - The Shadow of Lo
Song 3. Steve Gadd Band - Freedom Jazz Dance
Song 4.  Brand X - Smacks of Euphoric Hysteria
Song 5. Travelog - Cool Breeze
Song 6. Azymuth - This Exists
Song 7. Ohm - William's Amino Acid Flashback
Song 8. The New Tony Williams Lifetime – Letsby
Song 9. Miles Davis - DooBop Song

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The Radio Kid's Rant! 48: Bathroom Bill - New Mic

This time, The Kid rants about changes to North Carolina's so called "bathroom bill". Later, we get to hear some interesting demos of their brand new wireless headset and microphone combo.

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Clearing the Static 1702

For this week, we've revived Radio News Now. This is because we have A LOT of format flips and programming trends to tell you about which took place after Christmas. The Radio Kid will report them all to you in this extended newscast. Then, we will both discuss some of the big stories and changes that we felt really stood out in the newscast. So, if you like format flips, you'll want to listen to this week's show!

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Radio Serena Program 01

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Playlist

Song 1. Barbie Girl - Aqua
Song 2. I Love The Flower Girl – The Cowsills
Song 3. What It Feels Like For A Girl - Madonna
Song 4. Don't Stop Movin' - Livin' Joy
Song 5. Gee - The Crows
Song 6. I Ran (So Far Away) - A Flock of Seagulls
Song 7. Silly Love Songs - Paul McCartney
Song 8. Making Believe - Dolly Parton
Song 9. The Night - Disturbed
Song 10. More Than Words - Extreme
Song 11. You're the One - The Vogues
Song 12. Clumsy - Our Lady Peace
Song 13. Palisades Park - Freddy Boom Boom Cannon

The Radio Kid's Rant! 47: Looking Back

The Radio Kid looks back on 2016. They share their ghouths on some TV and radio programs that have ended their long runs, with a bit of humor injected! Also, acknowledging some of the many tragic celebrity deaths that took place in the past year.

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Clearing the Static 1701

Happy New Year! We begin with a bit of news from Springfield, IL regarding a translator there. Then, we discuss the future of Public Radio. As some programs change hosts or end their long runs on the air, what will Public Radio sound like as new shows and hosts are added? Will it do any good to start targeting a younger audience? Later, a serious discussion about how the incoming Trump administration might change the FCC. Could there be a new telecommunications act in 2017? There are rumors that such an act would eliminate protections like ownership caps. How could we combat this? Would it do any good to demand more provisions for community broadcasting? And, some interesting Christmas Day radio observations. That's all here on this edition of Clearing the Static.

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