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Gene chats to Michael Harrison for World Radio Day 2024

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Michael Harrison For World Radio Day 2024

Summary

• Radio's history, impact, and future.
• Michael Harrison discusses World Radio Day, an official UN International Day, which is celebrated on February 13th to honor the iconic ship of radio and its century-long history of informing, educating, and entertaining.
• Michael Harrison was contacted by UNESCO, the arts arm of the UN, to advise on World Radio Day and has been involved in the celebrations for the last 6 months.
• Radio's role in informing, educating, and entertaining.
• Gene (Bean) and Michael discuss radio's informing, educating, and entertaining mission, highlighting radio's global reach and diverse dimensions.
• The argument is set that radio is an aesthetic that transcends platforms and devices, and that the radio industry needs to understand and protect this aesthetic.
• Michael believes that the loss of radio stations and networks will leave audio programs as mere items on public utilities, rather than part of a cohesive and defined cathedral of sound.
• Radio's role in modern culture.
• Michael Harrison, a longtime radio personality and programmer, believes that radio is still relevant and will continue to evolve.
• The argument is raised that culture is temporary and generational, and what people consider to be their favorite things are often linked to their upbringing and personal experiences.
• Radio industry's viability and World Radio Day celebration.
• Michael, a radio legend, believes radio is still a viable business in local markets despite the financial struggles of big media companies.
• Michael raps about World Radio Day, plugging his song/message over the radio waves, and encourages listeners to think on World Radio Day 2024.

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