Posts by kburnham@farmradio.org
Enabling FM radio on your mobile phone
Radio is widespread and accessible to everyone, but some farmers miss out on critical agricultural knowledge if they cannot purchase a radio set.
Luckily, listeners can tune in to the radio right from their mobile phone, even if it’s not a smartphone.
How to produce mini-docs
A mini-doc is a story with action and emotion, and it engages the listener in a way that straight facts and information can’t. A mini-doc takes the listener to a place they can mentally visualize. When people can “see” a place or a person in a story, they will listen more intently.
Read MoreUsing audio editing software: Recommended tutorials
Audio editing software enables broadcasters to edit audio files and recordings and combine them to generate new audio files and recordings. There are several different kinds of audio editing software that can be downloaded or purchased.
Read MoreAdapting Farm Radio International resources for radio broadcast
There is a huge amount of information and an enormous number of stories available in print, on the internet, in television, in film, and in other media. Some of this information and these stories can be adapted to create effective, entertaining, and informative radio broadcasts.
Read MoreHow to deal with sensitive issues on air
It is important to remember that what may seem like a normal, everyday issue for some may be a highly sensitive issue for others. As broadcasters, we need to take into account the sensitivities of our listeners and develop programs that address their needs in a way that makes them feel comfortable and allows them to participate freely in programs.
Read MoreHow to produce a tape talk
A tape talk is part live interview and part recorded voice and sound. The host interviews a reporter and, as part of his or her answers to the host’s questions, the reporter uses audio clips to help tell the story.
Read MoreHow to generate revenue to support a regular farmer radio program
This module will introduce you to strategies and techniques for generating revenue for a farmer program.
Read MoreHow to effectively use wild sound in your radio program
Wild sound is any natural or human sound that is recorded in a particular location and incorporated into a program. It can refer be recorded in the background of a main recording or to sounds that are recorded separately and later mixed into a program.
Read MoreHow to create effective programs about markets and marketing
Radio programs on markets provide real-time information about markets and link farmers with other market players. They provide a service to farmers that can increase their market opportunities and income.
Read MoreHow to generate revenue to support a regular farmer program
Generating revenue for your farmer program will ensure your station can provide more opportunities for farmers to air their needs and concerns.
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