How To- Host a Radio Show WGRD 97.9

Visit the studio at 97.9 WGRD in Grand Rapids and learn from Jackie what it takes to host a radio show. This feature was produced by senior students in the Television and Digital Media Production Program at Ferris State university.

[@somdattramessar]

HI Jackie - this is really informative. I like the idea of prepping. Actually, i host a morning show on radioguyana in Guyana, in the Caribbean and your tip on prepping has helped me quite a lot. I have gotten quite a lot of positive reviews since i started prepping. Thanks for the tip.

[@junglegym6796]

somdatt ramessar which station do you broadcast on? I broadcast in Guyana too.

[@somdattramessar]

I broadcast on radio Guyana, 89.5cm. Online: www.radioguyanafm89.com

[@somdattramessar]

89.5fm

[@brownjovi]

Interesting comment. So... i wonder if you could give this a listen and let me know your thoughts? its a radio show im developing. Also, have a CD duplicator.. burn 5 copies at a time. its kinda cool. I use it in my recording studio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJuThGOYo52XbsU

[@CasperOliver]

Thank you so much for sharing this!! I've wanted to be a radio host for a while now and the more I see about it, the more I wanna do it!!

[@scottbailey1560]

I've been in radio about 37 years now. I come from the small stations of years ago where the music was on 45 RPM Records, Cartridge Tapes that look old 8 Track Tapes we play commercial spots on, etc. I love the new technology! We can voice tack a five hour show in twenty minutes, or a satellite network takes care of music and personalities (D.J.s). What WGRD and many stations are doing is right and saves money in a sluggish economy. Most posting will attack me, but if we went back to the old ways, stations would go broke.

[@rezdog53]

I worked in radio before and I have a golden radio voice. I went to school for it and worked at a few radio stations.

[@DJLEGION]

So sad...no hard copy music...no creativity...you don't even get to pick the music on your own show. They don't even need live people in the studio at all. In fact in the early morning hours, I'm betting there aren't any - just the robot. Sad. Commercial radio is so lame. College and public radio is were it's at. LIVE DJs 24/7 who get to program their own shows from start to finish as well as helping to break new artist and support local music. THAT'S REAL RADIO!!!

[@nonyabeezzzwaxxx2705]

College an public failing - Internet radio is now where its at. by that i mean they guy who spends $200 a month on a dedicated server $4000 +/- on studio gear builds a broadcast studio in his home an answers youtube comments like this ;) www.ysye.net or www.wcprradio.com

[@c3musiq]

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[@c3musiq]

So true man I’m about to get started here in Richmond VA Great city and Atmosphere.

[@dustinrybka]

When were you fired from radio?

[@TheBeeryBoater]

Hi. Your channel just popped up. The radio stuff particularly appeals. You have a new subscriber.

[@recordman555]

Great info! I'm just 3 weeks into my career at KWAM in Memphis, TN. My background is that of a recording engineer/producer. Radio is a whole different animal! Show prep, and working as a live show board-op - - - it's incredible!

[@nathanoshea5790]

I'm a radio presenter on 93.9 Dublin South FM, which is a community radio station that is situated in Dundrum, Co.Dublin Ireland. I have been presenting a radio show with Dublin South FM, since I was 18 years old and I am now 21 years old.

[@stuartbaker3107]

Interesting - so when you speak you move the mic with your hand and dont wear any headphones to help you balance the mix?

[@brownjovi]

Interesting comment..So... i wonder if you could give this a listen and let me know your thoughts? its a radio show im developing. Also, have a CD duplicator.. burn 5 copies at a time. its kinda cool. I use it in my recording studio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJuThGOYo52XbsU

[@timverheyen9440]

That was total fake impossible it was live

[@pauleasy]

I've been working on radio for a very long time. No headphones, bad radio. Period.

[@everythingvideos24]

That's really smart to put what you're gonna say in a note that's one thing I'll be doing when I start my college classes for broadcasting I'll be on 90.5fm The Beat

[@Ksbtradio]

Hey Jackie! Thanks for doing this. It's a simplified way to show the lay person what we do. Yes I wish that I had a program Director to put the music and promos in for me. Sure would make it easier for me to do. Keep on Rocking Jackie,,,Mike,KSBT FM Houston

[@jnl8389]

If you are doing a airshow with more than one person. Put your freaking headphones on. Know what’s going out of the air.

[@Airwaves-Radio]

You don't wear headphones? I thought only WKRP did that.

[@TheRenard10]

I want my own weekly radio show called "RNB And Remember", to air on Sundays, from about, 8pm-Midnight b4 the work week begins. First, I'd like to record it during the week. That'll be a blessing. 😊

[@50goldstrat101]

Very cool! You sound great. Thank you so much for the tour!

[@mariahj455]

I am seeking a career in radio and this is a great behind the scene tour of how it works. :-)

[@redtemplepilots]

Thanks, this was just what I was looking for. I just started working on our university's radio station, and wanted to see how people prep'd for their show. This was really helpful. Well done!

[@tehillahdancegroup3955]

When I did radio presenting the earphones bothered me.... But you can pick up if something is wrong much quicker... From my view point... It's each ones preference.

[@brownjovi]

Interesting comment. So... i wonder if you could give this a listen and let me know your thoughts? its a radio show im developing. Also, have a CD duplicator.. burn 5 copies at a time. its kinda cool. I use it in my recording studio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJuThGOYo52XbsU

[@corrinaamato8805]

I am fascinated with different accents and can usually pick up different parts of the country ,especially since I'm from philly which has a VERY unique accent. This is the 1st time I've heard a southern/ midwestern/almost Canadian combo...COOL rock in

[@corrinaamato8805]

Or should a say RACK AHN

[@corrinaamato8805]

of this is Grand Rapids... thought it was country but still like her accent

[@GrowlyBear917]

1:12 on the computer screen - - - "Random Useless Trivia - Lip stick was said to have been invented in the Egyptian times for women that specialized in oral sex. They wanted their lips to look fore inviting." The actual use of lipstick was to keep track of repeat customers. That is, until lipstick remover was invented.

[@RockinGuy1994]

Why no headphones?

[@kevinmoore2929]

This is how to be a presenter, not a DJ. This is what happens when you have to get a college degree to be on air talent. I have over twenty years experience in radio, voice over and club DJ'ing and never took a class in college to learn how program my playlists, how to carry on a professional broadcast, etc. My PD's gave me free reign over my show so long as I didn't cost them listeners and advertisers. And most of the time, I wasn't working the prime time slots. You might as well just pipe it in from wherever and add your own commercials from time to time like Clear Channel or ESPN.

[@angmc1313]

That was very helpful. Great clip!

[@simonsplinta3787]

one love jack from recoding artis Simon splinta Jamaica

[@growsitwell]

Thank you very much. Well done and well presented. Concise and to the point.

[@yourweirdbanana]

Quarantine brought me here

[@bartakin]

Yeah shes good...classy style keeps interest and an inspired audience..))

[@Princess930]

Thanks for the cool video. I am an aspiring radio personality.

[@coffeehigh420]

okay so quick question for you. What goes in to putting together a bad radio show? thanks.

[@ShaneIrwin7]

Answer: No prep work.

[@drama_catplays]

This is so cool 🤩 I always wonder would I do good on the radio

[@Metalcomedienne]

This is my future career right here.

[@nonyabeezzzwaxxx2705]

So you want to be a puppet?

[@nerdybacon6244]

Does she still use windows 7 what the heck its like 2020

[@chsdiversity]

Well done. One quick questions, Do you normally wear headphones when you have the mic on? I've been telling my students it's necessary and no't want to teach them something that is outdated.

[@michellerenelelethugrobbel3017]

I want to be a radio personality when i grow up

[@tsiamefutureleaders3]

Hello Jakcie! I'm now Ok, and my search is over now

[@apollosmartyn]

Great work ❤❤❤Namibia 🇳🇦

[@sandilemabuyakhulu8464]

I have learned something new with you thank you for the Information

[@frontcentermusician]

Human robot. Pre programmed. Ugh....No wonder podcasting is gaining ground.

[@pinheadgaming2193]

97.9 is also 98 Rock in Maryland

[@davemitchell116]

Building stop (commercial) sets and selecting music use to be an art. I did it for 48 years. Now the computers hand you everything on a silver platter. No real talent necessary. Current radio "hosts" have no clue.

[@dannylovemramazing6255]

cool

[@vishnumithran]

It Helped! Thanx.

[@50goldstrat101]

No headphones make you sound to announcery

[@kennyreyesdjkennyken]

What radio software are you guys using?

[@darkflib]

not sure about that but rivendell is free and fairly easy to setup for a pro station.

[@eddonohue4329]

Prophet Nexgen

[@maxsherritt9008]

What College Degree did you get to become a Radio DJ? I would like to get into radio and I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies.

[@Cool-Edit-5000]

You don't need a degree. I would seriously rethink this as a career choice unless you are completely dedicated to it... like you just HAVE to do it. I worked in Radio, and was dumb enough to go to a broadcasting school. All that did was cost me a ton of money for nothing. Just go hit up whatever station you want for an entry level job if you really want it bad enough. But it IS a horrible industry to work in, and you're not going to make anything even close to what you would need for it to be worth it. The pay is terrible. It can be fun, but it's one of the most unstable jobs you can have. The turnover is ridiculous, and you get fired a lot. I know people who have been fired and re-hired and fired again at the same station like 4 or 5 times. Also... it's all about the internet now for radio. At any actual radio station these days, there's only a very small number of people working at them... maybe 4 or 5... and the place is usually a dump, and the equipment is shit. Regardless... they're going to pay you the wages of a 14 year old working under the table. Anyway... just think long and hard about it. You're bachelor's degree is enough.

[@maxsherritt9008]

@@Cool-Edit-5000 Ok thanks. What market did you do radio in? Where are you from?

[@goodgr100]

I got out of radio over 40 years ago after 13 years in the biz and judging from your description, nothing has changed.

[@gingersnapp2723]

BTW, I know what I'm talking about Bcuz I was a radio announcer for 7 years and worked at a 100 thousand watt station reaching 3 states.

[@nonyabeezzzwaxxx2705]

what was your stations HAAT?

[@exoticdubb1307]

For south dakota yall

[@tripjet999]

Great stations have a plentiful CD library, DJs with experience/great musical taste and don't depend on computer screens.

[@chasemartin5777]

Ok boomer

[@AngloSaxon1]

Why dont the DJs set up their own shows ?

[@charliejohn2635]

Great voice 👌

[@MinifigNewsguy]

That Jackie is very cute for radio

[@tucarnal7439]

Wow I'm on love!❤

[@Naturalbrownkandy]

I’m just getting into radio. Are you still answering questions?

[@ConservativeAnthem]

NO...obviously

[@dsilver8139]

Yes ask me anything [e-mail]

[@anitabosse]

Hands off from mic, baby!

[@josielpontocom]

Amy Winehouse's sister

[@tuhairweronnie7385]

hello.... you can be a good teacher, i have a dream of presenting on the radio and some people say that i have a good voice so please i would like yiu help me en give me more vedios en guide me on how to achieve it, thank you

[@bartakin]

You can tell who wants to keep thier job by the material they use ..No host will last on destroying lives..

[@lionsdul]

Nice

[@augustopetronni9492]

Hi Jackie how r u ?

[@OgalaEsther]

I love your sign out

[@ApartmentKing66]

This is all fine and good...if your station has NexGen software.

[@nonyabeezzzwaxxx2705]

you can get all kinds of software free! I own / run 2 internet stations with full blown broadcast studios, NEVER paid a cent for play out software but studio gear , broadcast server, domains , seo etc well thats another story lol

[@ApartmentKing66]

@@nonyabeezzzwaxxx2705 Oh yeah, I know...my Part 15 AM has ZaraRadio, which is free, but being free, it doesn't do what a lot of other software packages do that you DO pay for. My Part 15 FM has StationPlaylist, which is light years ahead of Zara, but I pay a licensing fee for it.

[@Brissieskater1]

Nice Work!

[@malekevely1890]

Radio 2000 is doing gud at all times shonnny b

[@howdog1756]

I’m here because of radio rebel

[@highthoughts1]

It's the way you talk. People will listen...

[@barnabascollins486]

damn satellite radio.

[@speakupken]

Great Info

[@maniclikemike4858]

TFK!! 1:43

[@sorcerer666]

Jackie you are adorable

[@pedrorios3466]

Very Good,,

[@rightwired]

"pot off the mic, turn it down..." NO...that's how you get pops in your promos you pot it down FIRST, then turn off the mic

[@larryhinze897]

Did she say she is a radio HOSE? Okay, she doesn't sound that great...but we could relive Porky's 3 together.

[@aftacomics5865]

"Playing CD's?" I thought you guys played records?

[@rexchiquine124]

why are you in radio when you are the cutest,,,,,,

[@user-eu2me4bp7j]

lol that hair!

[@DIALFMMHz]

MUY BIEN GUAPA

[@clmco36]

what the hell is a free beer and hot wings?

[@1949ala]

That looks very exciting, I think I would like to do it

[@heterosectional]

She is s0000 cute! She can take me out to dinner, drinks and fooling around.

[@TomFrickecolorado]

Great to see millennials have an interest in radio! What really helps in hosting a radio show is to have proper diction and pronunciation... for starters, "W" is pronounced "Double-U," not "dubba-u." Classic mistake of most rookies.

[@joey8033]

A lost art

[@ashoknayaki7776]

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[@lilpitaSCAPE]

Bruh?

[@claresherman2278]

If that’s all she says there’s no point in her being there.

[@marketweis]

Well, you heard one break from her entire shift, so you can rest easy tonight knowing she DOES say more than what you heard here. Why do you thin she does all that show prep??!

[@60SRADIO]

If this chic knew how to put together a good radio show, she wouldn't be stuck in Grand Rapids in an era in radio when no talent is necessary because djs aren't allowed to do anything, but read liner cards. She couldn't have made in the 1960s when being a dj actually required talent.

[@rightwired]

Digital DJs ruined the industry.

[@Aperegrine90]

Gosh. What a depressingly limited perspective on radio. Such a waste of a broadcast medium.

[@deanstack663]

Big L