Author Archives: Ken Dowell

History of Radio: Race and Radio

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Throughout its history, American radio reflected the racial attitudes of the society within which it operated. Continue reading →

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Flight Delay! Passing Some Time in Palm Springs

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Taking the long way home. Continue reading →

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History of Radio: Hucksters, Pitchmen and Sponsors

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Ken Dowell

In the 20’s the idea of broadcasting ads was considered offensive if not downright unethical. Continue reading →

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History of Radio: Communities of Listeners

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Radio connected people with similar minded folks all around the country. Continue reading →

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History of Radio: Tuesday, April 28, 1942

Posted on February 7, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Anxious for news from the war fronts, Americans turn to their radios. Continue reading →

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History of Radio: Thursday, Sept. 29, 1932

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Rin Tin Tin, the Mills Brothers and Amos ‘n’ Andy Continue reading →

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History of Radio: Music, Sports, News and More Music

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Ken Dowell

When FDR made his 1941 ‘Day of Infamy” speech, 79% of American homes listened on radio. Continue reading →

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Who Was America’s Worst President?

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Some wrought death and destruction, others the stain of corruption Continue reading →

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History of Radio: We All Sat Around the Wireless

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Ken Dowell

America’s first mass medium Continue reading →

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In a city full of museums, this one is my favorite.

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Ken Dowell

Whitney Museum of American Art Continue reading →

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