http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/ Viewpoint is Radio magazine Editor Chriss Scherer's view of events shaping radio broadcasting. en-us http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/let_me_tell_you_about_the_pick_hits_0601/ While the Pick Hits are very popular, and quite coveted, perhaps you don't know exactly what they are and why we're so proud of them. Here are the details on how they are decided. viewpoint Sat, 01 Jun 2013 08:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/nab_show_2013_a_silver_convention_0501/ 2013 marked RADIO magazine Editor Chriss Scherer's 25th NAB convention. He looks back to 1989. viewpoint Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/the_next_radio_listener_0401/ The smartphone is the most-used personal device. Radio should own it. viewpoint Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/another_year_another_nab_convention_0313/ It's a routine, but here's always something new to be seen or learned. viewpoint Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/its_not_bragging_0213/ A little self-promotion can go a long way. viewpoint Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:01:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/resolutions_you_cant_break_0113/ Losing weight is a good resolution, but here are three ideas you should be able to fulfill. viewpoint Sun, 06 Jan 2013 15:04:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/the_2012_salary_survey_in_review_1201/ As part of our annual Salary Survey, we ask respondents what they would like to change about their jobs. The answers might surprise you. viewpoint Sat, 01 Dec 2012 10:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/future_for_streaming_1112/ Don’t think streaming has a future? It slowly continues to grow, and some studies show the next steps for its success. viewpoint Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:15:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/new_life_for_the_radio_show_1001/ Attendance was up, exhibitors were happy. It seems the Radio Show has hit a positive stride. viewpoint Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:04:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/be_prepared_on_a_local_level_0912/ When a crisis occurs, just having a plan to keep the station on the air isn't enough. Do you have a way to get to the station? viewpoint Sat, 01 Sep 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/beyond_the_backup_0801/ We routinely back up our data, but how accessible is that data when it's really needed? viewpoint Wed, 01 Aug 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/sbe_plans_future_again_0712/ The society held a strategic planning in June to discuss where the group should go next. viewpoint Sun, 01 Jul 2012 02:30:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/june_30_2012_cap_deadline_0601/ While the deadline has been known for some time, it's likely many stations are still not ready. viewpoint Fri, 01 Jun 2012 02:30:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/2012_nab_show_is_over_0501/ The annual convention is over, but the work at Radio magazine to cover the convention spans several months. viewpoint Tue, 01 May 2012 03:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/new_translators_thousands_lpfm_stations_0412/ In March 2012, the FCC passed two report and order actions and a further notice of proposed rulemaking to do just that. viewpoint Sun, 01 Apr 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/time_for_another_nab_show_0312/ The sessions, the exhibits, the technology... It really is time for another NAB Show. viewpoint Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/eas_gets_and_update_0212/ The 130-page FCC Fifth Report and Order on EAS addresses many of the ongoing concerns with EAS, but there are still a few details that are not yet settled. So what's new? Here's an overview. viewpoint Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/ghosts_studios_past_0112/ Our January Facility Showcase on WEBE 108/WICC brings back memories for Editor Chriss Scherer. He was the chief engineer of WEBE in the late 19802. viewpoint Sun, 01 Jan 2012 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/passing_the_eas_test_1211/ Was the national EAS test a total failure? Hardly. There were problems, but the test was successful in bringing these problems to light. viewpoint Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/end_automation_patent_claim_1101/ Mission Abstract Data still has until Dec. 2012 to appeal, but for now it's good news to radio stations. viewpoint Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/new_look_feel_1011/ Our October 2011 issue has a new look, but it still has the familiar feel you expect. viewpoint Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/radio_show_what_to_expect_0911/ The 2011 Radio Show is off to Chicago, and Radio magazine editor Chriss Scherer is looking forward to the trip. viewpoint Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/streaming_not_important_0811/ Pandora and iHeartRadio are in the news. They're going after the millions of potential online listeners that could be listening to streams from radio stations. viewpoint Mon, 01 Aug 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/speak_up_on_eas_0711/ The FCC is seeking input on the latest proposed rulemaking for EAS, which gives everyone an opportunity to suggest improvements in the system. viewpoint Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:00:00 EST http://radiomagonline.com/viewpoint/2011_nab_in_books_0601/ Increased attendance, coupled with the generally positive economic outlook certainly added to the overall positive feelings on the exhibit floor. viewpoint Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:00:00 EST