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The Divided Dial

WNYC
Shortwave Radio
Pirate Radio
Misinformation
Republican Party
Christianity
2020 Election
Talk Radio
Fairness Doctrine
Christian Radio
Salem Communications
FCC
Timothy Mcveigh
Alan Weiner
High-Frequency Trading
Rush Limbaugh
Alan Berg
Conservative Talk Radio
Salem Media Group
Cold War
World War II

The Divided Dial is a show about the untold history of broadcast radio, reported and hosted by award-winning journalist Katie Thornton and edited by On the Media's Executive Producer, Katya Rogers.

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EPISODE 4: Wall St. Wants Your Airwaves

In recent years, creative, often music-focused pirate broadcasting has been thriving on shortwave. But these surreptitious broadcasters are up against a surprising ideological foe: Not the FCC, but a deep-pock... more

EPISODE 3: World's Last Chance Radio

Today, in the internet era, much of the shortwaves have been left to the most extreme voices — including a conspiratorial flat earth ministry, and an ultra-conservative cult complete with everything from sexual a... more

EPISODE 2: You Must Form Your Militia Units

Many governments eased off the shortwaves after the Cold War, and homegrown US-based rightwing extremists edged out shortwave peaceniks to fill the void. In the 1990s, US shortwave radio stations became a ... more

You know AM and FM radio. But did you know that there is a whole other world of radio surrounding us at all times? It’s called shortwave — and, thanks to a quirk of science that lets broadcasters bounce radio waves off of the ionosphere, it can reach... more

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Recent Guests

David Gorin
Journalist and radio fan, member of the Library of Congress' radio preservation task force
Episode: S2 - Episode 1: The Divided Dial
Adam Piore
Reporter who covers media and politics
Episode: S1 - Episode 2: The Divided Dial
Ann Nelson
Author and professor at Columbia University who wrote about Salem in her book 'Shadow Network'
Episode: S1 - Episode 2: The Divided Dial
John Fia
Professor of history at Messiah College with personal anecdotes of growing up in an evangelical family
Episode: S1 - Episode 2: The Divided Dial
Terry Fahey
Manager for KKLA, discussing the influence of Salem's radio station
Episode: S1 - Episode 2: The Divided Dial
Doug Mastriano
Freshman Pennsylvania state senator and recently defeated 2022 Republican nominee for governor
Episode: S1- Episode 1: The Divided Dial
Eric Metaxas
Conservative Christian talk radio host
Episode: S1- Episode 1: The Divided Dial
Phil Boyce
Talk radio programming veteran
Salem Radio Network
Episode: S1- Episode 1: The Divided Dial
Charlie Kirk
Founder of Turning Point USA
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Episode: S1- Episode 1: The Divided Dial

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Katie Thornton
Host of The Divided Dial and an award-winning journalist, bringing in-depth analysis and personal storytelling to the podcast's exploration of broadcast history.

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What is The Divided Dial about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the complex history and evolving nature of broadcast radio, this show uncovers the narratives surrounding shortwave radio, pirate broadcasts, and the influence of conservative talk radio in America. Key themes include the emergence of radical ideologies in media, ethical dilemmas surrounding free speech, and the historical significance of radio during critical moments in U.S. history. With an emphasis on diverse voices and perspectives, the content often features in-depth discussions on the interactions between media, politics, and societal changes, making it a compelling listen for those interested in the media landscape and its historical context. The innovative storytelling approach incorporates personal anecdotes, expert analy... more

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