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Taking advantage of talk radio

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Talk radio can be an effective way for libertarians to spread ideas to the general public, but it requires preparing concise yet engaging messages. Callers should listen to shows beforehand to understand formats and hosts, and edit remarks to less than 90 seconds. It's also important to be entertaining rather than just reading articles, and to discuss topics passionately. While small market shows allow more airtime, both agreeing and disagreeing hosts can spread libertarian ideas if discussions remain respectful.

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Libertarian Volunteer May/June 1994 - Taking advantage of talk radio Page 1 of2 r:.::';;:-";' LI::'I~~~~j ~"_, ..""..". ".""".".. . "."""" " "._"" ". May/June 1994 Taking advantage of talk radio Activist Library Talk radio is "the last neighborhood in America" and is an excellent method Manuals and of reaching the general public -- if Libertarians do it right. Handbooks That was the message of Jim Walsh, a libertarian-leaning radio talk show Libertarian Volunteer host from WILM radio in Delaware, who spoke at that state's annual convention in April. "Talk radio is a great opportunity to get on and get ideas across with a minimum of effort," he said. Some tips to maximize your talk radio effectiveness: Be prepared: "Listen to the show beforehand. Understand the format of the show you're calling. Understand the type of listener. Understand the temperament of the host." For example, "You wouldn't call Howard Stem to discuss Bosnia." "Always adapt your message to the medium. On radio, by its nature, time will be limited. My producers tell me that if! give callers more than 90 seconds, they better have something damned interesting to say. Prepare - - and edit -- your remarks. Say what you have to say in as few words as possible." Be interesting: "Remember talk radio is primarily an entertainment medium. This doesn't mean you can't discuss serious issues -- but it does mean you have to be entertaining. For example, the worst thing you can do is call up.and read from a newspaper article. That isdeadly." "Talk about stuff you're passionate about. Talk about something that lights a fire under you." Understand the difference between small and large radio markets. "In small markets, you'll get more time to talk. The good small market talk show is a dynamite opportunity to talk to your neighbors." "Don't restrict yourself to talk show hosts who agree with you. It makes things a little more interesting ifthere's a little disagreement -- as long as you can do it without being disagreeable." http://archive.lp.org/litllv/9405-radio.html 212112002

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  • 1. Libertarian Volunteer May/June 1994 - Taking advantage of talk radio Page 1 of2 r:.::';;:-";' LI::'I~~~~j ~"_, ..""..". ".""".".. . "."""" " "._"" ". May/June 1994 Taking advantage of talk radio Activist Library Talk radio is "the last neighborhood in America" and is an excellent method Manuals and of reaching the general public -- if Libertarians do it right. Handbooks That was the message of Jim Walsh, a libertarian-leaning radio talk show Libertarian Volunteer host from WILM radio in Delaware, who spoke at that state's annual convention in April. "Talk radio is a great opportunity to get on and get ideas across with a minimum of effort," he said. Some tips to maximize your talk radio effectiveness: Be prepared: "Listen to the show beforehand. Understand the format of the show you're calling. Understand the type of listener. Understand the temperament of the host." For example, "You wouldn't call Howard Stem to discuss Bosnia." "Always adapt your message to the medium. On radio, by its nature, time will be limited. My producers tell me that if! give callers more than 90 seconds, they better have something damned interesting to say. Prepare - - and edit -- your remarks. Say what you have to say in as few words as possible." Be interesting: "Remember talk radio is primarily an entertainment medium. This doesn't mean you can't discuss serious issues -- but it does mean you have to be entertaining. For example, the worst thing you can do is call up.and read from a newspaper article. That isdeadly." "Talk about stuff you're passionate about. Talk about something that lights a fire under you." Understand the difference between small and large radio markets. "In small markets, you'll get more time to talk. The good small market talk show is a dynamite opportunity to talk to your neighbors." "Don't restrict yourself to talk show hosts who agree with you. It makes things a little more interesting ifthere's a little disagreement -- as long as you can do it without being disagreeable." http://archive.lp.org/litllv/9405-radio.html 212112002