This Week In Radio Tech (TWiRT)

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This Week In Radio Tech (TWiRT)

“TWiRT” is your go to show if you want to get behind the scenes on what makes broadcasting possible. The show addresses common issues as well as explaining past experiences from a wide array of hosts who each come from a different background in radio technology. This show is a must for any tech geek or for anyone who is interested in what goes on behind the boards and wires.

Épisodes

  1. -1 J

    TWiRT Ep. 737 - Engineering's Awesome Rewards with Megan Amoss

    Megan Amoss is the assistant chief engineer for Baltimore Public Media, which includes FM stations WTMD, WYPR, WYPF, and WYPO. Starting in a Traffic Coordinator role, she progressed to taking on engineering responsibilities, eventually becoming a key figure in the technical operations of Baltimore Public Media. Megan has been instrumental in the integration of WTMD and WYPR, where she is involved in the conversion of WYPR's studios to an Axia AoIP system. Megan joins Chris Tarr and Kirk Harnack, discussing engineering challenges with some focus on metadata, which has become critical for today’s broadcasters. Guest Megan Amoss, CBNT, CRO - Assistant Chief Engineer at Baltimore Public Media Hosts Chris Tarr - Group Director of Engineering at Magnum Media, Inc.Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation, and other advanced solutions for audience engagement.Angry Audio and the new Rave analog audio mixing console.The new MaxxKonnect Broadcast U.192 MPX USB Soundcard - The first purpose-built broadcast-quality USB sound card with native MPX output.

    1 h 10 min

  2. 21 FÉVR.

    TWiRT Ep. 736 - AM Band Signal & Noise Study with John Kean & Dave Hershberger

    John Kean, Dave Hershberger, and Tom King recently set out to take measurements of RF noise levels on various roadway types from open interstate highways to city streets, to determine how the noise would affect AM broadcast reception. These environments reflect the current habits of AM radio listening, which is primarily in vehicles. In addition to RF noise level, RF signal levels were measured for three AM stations operating on frequencies in the low, middle and high ends of the AM broadcast band. These measurements provide a better understanding of how AM radio reception is affected by RF signal strength and noise in a range of roadway environments from rural to dense urban environments. On this episode of TWiRT, John Kean and Dave Hershberger join us to describe the testing methodology and the results and conclusions we can infer from them. Show notes: * NRSC-R102: Measurement of AM Band RF Noise Levels and Station Signal Attenuation * SDRplay RSPdx-R2 Wideband Full-Featured 14-bit SDR Covering 1kHz to 2GHz * Test Plan for Measurement of Multipath Distortion Parameters for AM SFNs Guests Dave Hershberger - Senior Scientist (retired) at Continental ElectronicsJohn C. Kean - Senior Engineer at Cavell, Mertz & Associates Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation,

    1 h 13 min

  3. 14 FÉVR.

    TWiRT Ep. 735 - Back to Basics - Radio Automation with Chris Tarr

    Radio automation systems seem daunting at first glance. Those new to their programming and operation are often surprised by the number of pre-requisites and source material needed to put a radio format together, especially when the automation system is thought to do these things for you. Not to worry, Chris Tarr is here to clear up confusion and doubt, and help broadcasters consider some of the key aspects of implementing a radio automation playout system. Show notes: * Aiir, makers of PlayoutONE * WideOrbit Automation for Radio * Rivendell Radio Automation * BSI Radio Automation Software Guest Chris Tarr - Group Director of Engineering at Magnum Media, Inc. Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation, and other advanced solutions for audience engagement.Angry Audio and the new Rave analog audio mixing console.The new MaxxKonnect Broadcast U.192 MPX USB Soundcard - The first purpose-built broadcast-quality USB sound card with native MPX output.

    1 h 8 min

  4. 7 FÉVR.

    TWiRT Ep. 734 - An Audio Console Steeped in History with Jim Gilmore

    When a classic audio mixing console needs to be refurbished and brought back to life in Tennessee, everyone knows to call on Jim Gilmore. One reason is that he may have installed it in the first place! Jim might be a true Renaissance Radio Engineer! From on-air work, to traveling the world for Harris Broadcast, to engineering at The Nashville Network to CMT, to even teaching audio classes at Belmont University, Jim has certainly “been there and done that”. Join us as Jim shows us a totally refurbished audio console, originally built by WSM engineers, and used for a decade at The Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman Auditorium. Plus, meet Linda Chambers, CEO and Co-Founder of the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, as she takes us through Brian Ahern’s 42-food Encatron Mobile Recording Studio! Show notes: * The Musicians’ Hall of Fame and Museum * Special thanks to Jackson Albrecht, Sound Engineer at Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum * How to Move a Recording Studio by Joe Chambers Guests Linda Chambers - CEO & Co-Founder at The Musicians’ Hall of Fame and MuseumJim Gilmore - Legendary Broadcast & Recording Studio Engineer Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation, and other advanced solutions for audience engagement.Angry Audio a...

    1 h 11 min

  5. 4 FÉVR.

    TWiRT Ep. 733 - Transmitting Through Snow & Ice in Florida with Charlie Wooten

    Charlie Wooten is usually dealing with tornados, thunderstorms, and hurricanes. But last week brought a rare hazard to the Florida Panhandle - an ice and snow storm. With chunks of ice falling from hundreds of feet above, Charlie was keeping his stations on the air. Let’s find out what Charlie did to prepare for this snowstorm, and how his planning for other bad weather provided more assurance for continued operation for his 12 transmitters in the Florida Panhandle. Show notes: * The Freeze State of Flurryda: The science behind the epic snow and a magical one percent * A rare winter storm across Panhandle sets Florida snow records and knocks out power * Charlie mentioned Hugo’s Cellar, a classic steakhouse in the Four Queens Hotel, Las Vegas * Charlie travels often to Amateur Radio Station 9A1A in Croatia. Here’s info from QRZ.com. Guest Charles Wooten - Regional Engineering Manager at iHearMedia Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation, and other advanced solutions for audience engagement.Angry Audio and...

    1 h 11 min

  6. 23 JANV.

    TWiRT 732 - Broadcasters Need Today's Technology with Shaun Dolan and Rob Bertrand

    Today we're diving into a critical topic: the evolution from solo engineering efforts to collaborative support models in broadcasting. Just as a one-person band can only play so many instruments at once, a single engineer can't tackle every technical challenge alone. By banding together and working in groups outside traditional broadcast companies, we can support one another, foster career growth, and achieve a healthier work-life balance. Our guests Rob Bertrand and Shaun Dolan aim to do just that at Inrush Broadcast Services,, a 14-person broadcast technology service provider Show notes: * Inrush Broadcast Services is a consulting engineering firm serving the radio industry and adjacent media fields. * Shaun mentioned PagerDuty, a web platform designed to coordinate working teams and their efficient response to customers’ needs. * Shaun likes CoScreen, a multi-user screen sharing platform that makes collaboration truly efficient. * Rob is delighted with the Scout Pro 3 Ethernet cable tester and identifier from Klein Tools. Kirk loves it, too. Guests Shaun Dolan - Partner at Inrush Broadcast ServicesRob Bertrand - Partner at Inrush Broadcast Services Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir,

    1 h 23 min

  7. 17 JANV.

    TWiRT Ep. 731 - Radio Network Engineering with Mitch Glider

    What kind of “radio station” is on-the-air only twice per hour? How about CBS Radio News? With the precision of a watchmaker, the CBS Radio News network delivers news updates to hundreds of radio stations and millions of listeners. Mitch Glider is the Supervising Engineer at their headquarters on West 57th Street in New York City. Through the challenges of at-home news anchors (through the pandemic) and changes in technology, Mitch and just a few colleagues keep the audio and metadata correctly routed. In this episode, we’re learning about past, present, and future network radio operations. Mitch encourages engineers to “Respect the past, and embrace the future.” Show notes: * CBS News Radio (web site) * Here’s where to find CBS Radio News * Skyview Networks Technology page Guest Mitch Glider - Supervising Engineer at CBS News Radio Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Aiir, providing PlayoutONE radio automation, and other advanced solutions for audience engagement.Angry Audio and the new Rave analog audio mixing console.The new MaxxKonnect Broadcast U.192 MPX USB Soundcard - The first purpose-built broadcast-qual...

    1 h 11 min

  8. 10 JANV.

    TWiRT Ep. 730 - Back to Basics - STLs and Studios with Chris Tarr

    If you’re building a new radio studio, or rebuilding one, Chris Tarr is here to help. This is your opportunity to get The Ninjaneer’s expert advice without laying out thousands of dollars in consulting fees. In this episode, we’re looking at various technologies to link your radio studio with your transmitter site. There are more choices now than ever! And we’re looking at today’s radio studios; how are they different from those of the past? We think studios can be a lot simpler than they used to be, mostly thanks to Audio over IP technology. Show notes: * Broadcasters Have More STL Options Than Ever - a Radio World article by Kirk Harnack * Understanding Studio to Transmitter Links (STLs) in Radio Broadcasting - video by Marcos O’Rourke * Studio Transmitter Link - Wikipedia article * Check out these classy and modern radio studios from Wale Ewedemi on Pinterest * Setting Up a Professional Radio Studio: What You Need to Know - video from Radio.co Guest Chris Tarr - Group Director of Engineering at Magnum Media, Inc. Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Angry Audio and the new a href="https://angryaudio.

    1 h 14 min

  9. 3 JANV.

    TWiRT Ep. 729 - Back to Basics - Your New FM Station with Chris Tarr

    If you’re building a new FM radio station, or rebuilding one, Chris Tarr is here to help. This is your opportunity to get The Ninjaneer’s expert advice without laying out thousands of dollars in consulting fees. This episode focuses on what to do when you get your FCC Construction Permit. Chris gives hard-earned advice on towers, antennas, transmission line, transmitter selection, and more. Show notes: * Selecting an FM Antenna - RadioWorld article by Jeremy Ruck * Useful FM antenna tools from ERI (Bookmark this link!) * “FM Antennas from Theory to Practice” - TWiRT episode with Bill Harland of ERI * “Antennas for FM Broadcasting” - article by Peter Onnigian, PE, of Jampro Antenna Co. * Finding Suitable Transmission Line - RadioWorld article by Cris Alexander, DoE at Crawford Broadcasting Guest Chris Tarr - Group Director of Engineering at Magnum Media, Inc. Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Angry Audio and the new Rave analog audio mixing console.

    1 h 12 min

  10. 26/12/2024

    TWiRT Ep. 728 - Engineering Support for Radio Programming with John Shomby

    What’s ahead in 2025 for radio programming? For radio talent? For radio programming executives? Where does Artificial Intelligence fit in? What audience is key to attract to radio and how can radio programmers make headway on that? How will new “PPM Wearables” affect station ratings? And how important are streaming and on-demand programs to radio’s future success? We got answers and opinions on all these questions from John Shomby at Country’s Radio Coach. John’s been a consultant, programmer, and coach focusing on Talk Radio and Country Radio formats, and he’s our guest this week filling us in on the key topics and strategies for radio’s future success. Show notes: * John Shomby - Country’s Radio Coach web site * Here’s How Nielsen Plans To Roll Out New PPM Wearables from Inside Radio * Meet Nielsen’s New PPM “Wearables” from Radio World * We discussed AI’s role in creating better radio; John mentioned Super Hi-Fi as a key player. * How Anyone Can Be Successful With Podcasting--Even Radio Broadcasters Guest John Shomby - President & CEO at Country’sRadioCoach.com Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at a href="http://bionic.

    1 h 11 min

  11. 20/12/2024

    TWiRT Ep. 727 - Windows 11, RDS/PAD, and 11 GHz for 2025 with Jeff McGinley

    Jeff McGinley is the kind of engineer who pays attention to the important things. He’s focused on the technologies that bring value to the on-air talent and to the listeners, all the while satisfying the shareholders drive for return on investment. Jeff’s advice is based on real-world experience, so you know there’s value there, too. On this episode we’re discussing the end of official support for Windows 10, and moving to Windows 11. Plus, Jeff and Chris both relate the importance of good metadata for listeners via RDS and PAD (for HD Radio). And we discuss the significant benefits of 11 GHz IP Radio links. Show notes * End of support for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7 * There are several ways to upgrade to Windows 11. Guest Jeff McGinley - VP of Engineering at SummitMedia Hosts Chris Tarr - Group Director of Engineering at Magnum.MediaKirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio smarter with Bionic Studio, visual radio, and social media tools at Bionic.radio.Angry Audio and the new Rave analog audio mixing console.The new MaxxKonnect Broadcast U.192 MPX USB Soundcard - The first purpose-built broadcast-quality USB sound card with native MPX output.

    1 h 6 min

  12. 13/12/2024

    TWiRT Ep. 726 - Moving Eight Radio Stations on Maui with Russell Laferty

    Akamai Broadcasting bought six radio stations (2 AM & 4 FM) plus a number of translators on Maui. Russell Laferty has been building new facilities, and your TWiRT host, Kirk Harnack, is helping with the final wiring and configurations. In addition to a new rack room and (so far) one studio, Russell is moving several studio-transmitter link (STL) systems and installing new ones. One highlight of the work has been improvements to two tower sites on Mt. Haleakala. We visit the upper site at close to 10,000 feet above sea level where Russell gives us a video tour of the building. Plus, learn how a defective Ethernet switch earned Kirk a trip to this transmitter site above the clouds. Show notes: Mt. Haleakala Observatory: Science CityAxia StudioCore is a new I/O and Mix Engine from Telos AllianceWe’ve installed some of the first Axia xNode2 units in our rack room.The Axia xSelector is key to monitoring our multiple stations.The Axia StudioEdge handles plenty of analog and AES/EBU connections to our AoIP network.Omnia MPX Nodes are getting perfect FM MPX signals to our FM transmitters and translators. Guest Russell Laferty - Broadcast Contract Engineer Host Kirk Harnack - Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, Star94.3, Akamai Broadcasting, & South Seas Broadcasting Follow TWiRT on X and on Facebook Follow Kirk on X - @kharnackFollow TWiRT on X - @TWiRTshow and Facebook Sponsored by Broadcasters General Store, with outstanding service, saving, and support. Online at BGS.cc. Broadcast Bionics - making radio sma...

    1 h 11 min
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“TWiRT” is your go to show if you want to get behind the scenes on what makes broadcasting possible. The show addresses common issues as well as explaining past experiences from a wide array of hosts who each come from a different background in radio technology. This show is a must for any tech geek or for anyone who is interested in what goes on behind the boards and wires.

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  • Années d’activité
    2012 - 2025
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