Reflections from a Radio Man

Note: this article was originally written on 5/8/2000. This was before podcasting, before satellite radio made it big, and before social media. His quote about using the computer (or "box" as he calls it) as just a tool and not the product is so relevant today given how easy it is for anyone to publish their own content. Within Bill Rock Productions lies a part of broadcasting history. The racks of video and audiotapes consume walls. Pictures of Dick Clark, Don Imus, senators, and other famou...

Cheap Talk – Essential Items to Start a Podcast Studio

So you want to reach an unlimited audience, have complete control of a broadcast, and get free promotion? Time to Podcast! Podcasts are a natural extension of blogs. They are just another medium to spout your commentary, music, and interviews. If you're interested in podcasting, I'll explain why now is the best time to get started. Hardware has never been cheaper and software has never been more intuitive. Studio-quality microphones are now just about $100. Apple has refined audio making ...