Press the P1

by Jessica Northey
I was working in radio for a few weeks the first time I heard the term “P1” I didn’t want to ask stupid questions so I pretended like I knew…”fake it til ya make it” I always said. Fast forward many years later and I forget that we have our own language in the Broadcasting world (half of it made up just so we look cool) A friend of mine was fascinated by this concept and the comparison to Social Media participation...got me thinking that this well worth explaining.

FM Chips in Mobile Devices...Good or Bad??

by Jessica Northey

I read an article yesterday in Radio Business Report titled, "The pros and cons of an FM chip in mobile devices"

"We all know by now that NAB and the RIAA may ask Congress to require that new mobile phones include an FM receiver chip. The idea emerged in a proposed compromise for a dispute over whether musicians and record companies should receive royalty payments from radio stations that air their tunes."

Sunday Driving on Full Throttle County with @JessWrightRadio

Name: Jess Wright WFRE
Location: Frederick, MD
Web: http://www.wfre.com
Bio: I'm your afternoon blabbermouth on 99.9 WFRE, playing your favorite country music!

How did you get started in Broadcasting?
Was a journalism major in college and got my first radio job working for WYYS in  Ithaca, NY, which I'd grown up listening to (under several different names/call letters).  Gave up on news and decided to stick with the fun side of the business.

Where are you answering these questions from right now?
WFRE studio

Finger Candy Friday: Social Media Faux Pas Pitfalls

A 'faux pas' is considered a violation of accepted social norms regarding customs or etiquette rules. The term comes from the French, and literally means "false step". Faux pas vary widely from culture to culture, and what is considered good manners in one, can be rude in another.
Just ask KTCK's MikeBacsik about it.

Saturday Morning and Some Helpful Social Media Suggestions for Job Seekers

It was a very long week! I am glad to just sit down at the computer and free-think for awhile.  It is amazing how the meaning of Christmas changes as well get older.  I remember gathering around the tree and being so excited to open presents.  I remember asking for whimsical gifts rather than tires for my car, like this year!

I enjoyed the true meaning of spending Christmas with my family and the religious beliefs I have that go with that! It was wonderful!  I also took Sissy with me to my Dad's parents and she worked the room like a Socialite but for food.  She only weighs 4 and half pounds but I think she is an even 5lbs today! It's hard to say no to those big browns

The Digital Daypart - Using Social Media to Win Big in 2010

by Jessica Northey

This past week I took the last Conclave webinar of the year featuring digital-age entrepreneur Doug Zanger addressing, The Digital Daypart - Using Social Media to Win Big in 2010 and hosted by Jay Philpott.  Those of you who are not familiar with the Conclave, this organization was founded as a regional gathering of communications professionals. “Through education, the Conclave’s mission is to improve the quality of broadcasting and related industries so they may better serve the public interest.” In order to do this the Conclave conducts seminars throughout the year keeping with its mission statement, and makes available on an annual basis broadcasting school and baccalaureate scholarships.