Dealing With Tragedy: React to Now
The world no longer waits for a talk break. Information moves instantly. Alerts hit phones. Social feeds refresh every second.…
Tag: Sensitive Topics
Sensitive Topics: How To Handle Controversial Topics
There’s no shortage of current events that get people fired up. There’s always a sensitive topic being discussed and debated…
When the Music Stops: Handling Celebrity Deaths on Radio
Radio programmers are constantly looking for advantages. They tweak tactics to gain a quarter-hour in a constant game of cat-and-mouse…
Celebrity Deaths: Driving Listener Participation Without Exploiting the Moment
When a beloved artist or well-known celebrity dies, listeners don’t just want to hear their music. They want to talk…
Celebrity Deaths: Extending the Tribute On-Air and Online
The first few hours after a beloved artist or celebrity passes are about speed and authenticity. You’re not breaking news…
Celebrity Deaths: The Critical First Response
When an iconic artist or celebrity dies, every second matters. Your listeners already know the news from a push notification,…
Celebrity Deaths: Building A Plan Before Tragedy Strikes
Too many stations are caught flat-footed when a core artist or popular celebrity dies. By the time they’ve pulled audio,…
Dealing With Tragedy For Feel-Good Shows
Many popular shows struggle to find the right tone to talk about major breaking news stories. Not discussing it seems…
Dealing With Tragedy: How Much News Should You Use?
Smart broadcasters have a working plan to follow when tragedy strikes, but many don’t make it beyond switching into “news…
Example: Responding To a Local Tragedy
Radio personalities have a chance to shine the brightest when things are at their worst. That’s particularly important when faced…