Posted on 10/01/2001 9:25:48 PM PDT by Bob J
RadioFR has had it's first show and it appears to have been a great success! Congratulations to AnnaZ and Mercuria and a big thanks to agitator and TORN, our station sponsor and engineer!
Right now we have a "beta" test of this concept to extend 12 weeks with a one hour show once per week (Thursdays at 6pm Pacific). This plan may change as the situation demands and we may add programming if necessary. During this period we will determine if the concept has legs, and if so, come up with a plan on how to fund it in the future. Ultimately, we want to schedule 2 hours of programming, five nights a week, for 52 weeks. That will cost $75k-$100k. Figures aren't exact as we are trying to make due with as much volunteer labor and marketing as possible.
We have had several requests from FReepers who wanted to try their own hand at hosting a show, and that is what we want to encourage. RFR is designed for Free Republic and for FReepers. It will be run by FReeprs, it will be hosted by FReepers and no station sponsors, advertiser or mid level "suit" will tell us how to operate it. Following is the approval process and what is involved in putting YOUR show concept onto the air.
The basic structure for show approval looks like this;
Idea/request->Segment Producer->Scheduling Manager/Show Coordinator->Approval Committee->SHOWTIME!
If you have an idea for a show, have a suggestion for or a guest you would like to interview, want to debate another FReeper or would like to conduct a report from a remote location, you first need to fill out an application (hey, we need SOMWE controls) and contacting the appropriate segment producer. The SP will assit you in developing your idea or concept to give it the best shot at approval. Once the SP is confident in your application, it will be forwarded to the Scheduling Manager and Show Coordinator, prior to being forwarded to the approval committee for review. The AC will evaluate your application on the following basis;
1. Strength of show content/theme.
2. Overall plan including potential guests.
3. Posting history of applicant. (Have you conducted yourself in an exemplary manner on the Forum?)
4. Experience of applicant (not critical, but it won't hurt)
You will have a better shot if you're show has a theme or specific issue it will cover. This doesn't mean you can't propose a general issue application, who knows, the next Rush or Sean Hannity will come from FR, but, we have received several proposals for this type of show and we do not want to overburden the programming schedule with them. Controversial themes are not necessarily a drawback. A nasty and abusive posting history might be.
The first step is to fill out the application at the end of this post. You may either c&p it into a WP document or fill out out by question number. Forward the app to the appropriate segment producer via FReepmail.
Serial Show Producer - diotima
Serial shows are specific and general issue shows that may reappear on a regular basis. "Unspun with AnnaZ" or "On Target with John Bender" (2nd amend) are good examples. Contact diotima.
Interviews and Townhalls - The Shrew and Ironjack.
We expect Serial Show hosts to eventually have a regular parade of guests, but if there is a specific or topical VIP you could either arrange or suggest, contact The Shrew or Ironjack.
Debates - Sussa
We plan on having a regular debate schedule between FReepers or FReepers and outside entities. A good example would be Howlin debating rdf on stem cell research, or, a member of SAS debating someone from HCI. You got a beef with another FReeper? Take it to RFR Debate. Established debating rules in effect. Contact Sussa.
Remote Broadcasts - Doughtyone
We also plan on having live remotes from where ever FReepers are kicking lib butt. An example would be Jeff Head reporting from Klamath, Kristinn reporting from DC, or Diver Dan reporting from in front of Condit's office. Contact D1.
General issue questions can be sent to myself or Ms. AntiFeminazi, who is acting as Scheduling Manager and Show Coordinator.
Go to it FReepers! Use your imaginations, creativity, connections, and remember...there are only three kinds of FReepers!
Those who make things happen...
Those who watch things happen...
Those who wonder what happened.
(I apologize in advance to anyone who feels insulted)
Radio Free Republic
Show Request and Application
Name _________________________ FR Screen name _______________
Address _____________________________________________________ City/State/Zip_________________________________________________
Phone ________________ Fax _______________Cell _______________ Eddress ______________________
Name of Show _______________________________________________
Requested Date/Time__________________________________________ Name of Guest/Show Co-host/2nd debater __________________________
Format Of Show (check and complete all that apply)
___ Pre-Recorded
___ Live
___ Host Only (one toll free line)
___ Host with call in (two toll free lines)
___ Host with Guest (two toll free lines)
___ Host with Guest and call in (Requires host to set up own 3 way call with guest prior to show, leaving second toll free available for calls.
___ I don’t need or I have appropriate telephone headset and amplifier.
___ I need to borrow ____ headsets and amplifiers.
Type of Show (check and complete all that apply)
___ Current Events/Discussion
___ Specific Topic -Subject___________________
___ Interview - Guest _____________________
___ Debate - Opponent _____________________
___ Other - Splain ______________________________________
General Outline of Show
Show Schedule and Content
(for a one hour show fill out twice)
00:00-00:15 Bumper in to Show
00:15-05:00 Segment 1
05:00-10:00 Segment 2
10:00-14:45 Segment 3
14:45-15:00 Bumper out to break
15:00-16:30 Break
16:30-16:45 Bumper in from break
16:45-21:45 Segment 4
21:45-26:45 Segment 5
26:45-27:00 Bumper out to break/end of show
27:00-30:00 Break
BTW - Send your app to the appropriate Segment Producer.
Bob
The RFR management should contact TALKERS magazine in Springfield, Mass. It's the "Bible" of talk radio and talk media in general, and they have an ongoing interest in Internet talk. Maybe you can get them to do an article once the lineup is fuller. Maybe it'd even be worth advertising.
I have some things to do now, but I'll be filling out an app later this evening.
AND.......as I've said (humbly), I have the PERFECT face for radio.
Tim is lining up some guests, check with him!
Got a link for what equipment I need? I got a headset...but need to go out and buy a computer...this telepathy stuff is starting to give me headaches.
I have this deconstructionist thing about language....sometimes it's hard being Focault!
Go for it, friend. You've got my vote-of-confidence.
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