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October 16, 20261 hr 0 min

TWiRT Ep. 822 - Live from OAB EXCHANGE

This Week in Radio Tech hits the road for episode 822, recorded live at the Ohio Association of Broadcasters’ OAB Exchange in Newark, Ohio! The new location outside Columbus provided a welcoming setting, with plenty of laughter, good conversation, and broadcasters comparing notes between sessions. Engineers, station managers, and sales professionals all had opportunities to learn something useful and catch up with their colleagues. Engineering sessions covered everything from HLS studio-to-transmitter links and cybersecurity to audio processing, antenna troubleshooting, and staying safe at transmitter sites.

October 16, 20261 hr 3 min

Mat Men S15E04 - What WrestleDreams Are Made Of

The guys start by talking about WWE still wanting to run Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia and the fact that employees are starting to express concerns about going there based on recent situations happening. Should they relocate or honor the commitment? With AEW running WrestleDream this weekend, the guys spend time running through the card and break down the rules and concept of the Clockwork Carnage match. Plus, Kenny Omega back in New Japan, thoughts on Money in the Bank, Rich’s time at New York Comic Con, and more!

October 9, 20261 hr 13 min

TWiRT Ep. 821 - What's the State of My Empire?

On This Week in Radio Tech, we're exploring how cloud-based monitoring, intelligent alerting, and centralized site management are changing the way we maintain broadcast operations. Mike Hutchins, Director of Technical Services, and Josh Bohn, President and CEO of MaxxKonnect, join us to explain what's possible today and where this technology is headed. It's TWiRT episode 821, "What's the State of My Empire?"

October 2, 202651 min

Mat Men S15E03 - AEW’s Ultimate Tribute To PAC

The guys start out talking about the AEW tribute show to PAC and how emotional it was not only for the fans but for everyone involved in the show. Also, thoughts on Worlds Collide airing opposite the PAC tribute show and what the viewership for that show ended up being. Monday Night Raw saw a show-long angle between The Bloodline and the 946 that ended with Jaida Parker being revealed as part of 946. The guys talk about if this will be a rejuvenation of the Bloodline saga and if it's leading to WarGames. Plus, Roman Reigns talks about his mentors, NXT drama, the Money in the Bank lineup, and more!

October 2, 202657 min

TWiRT Ep. 820 - Home Grown Radio with Bruce Roberts

What can a recording engineer teach a radio engineer—and what can radio teach someone behind the recording console? On episode 820 of This Week in Radio Tech, Bruce Roberts joins Kirk Harnack to explore how working in both worlds sharpens his ears, strengthens his technical skills, and helps him make better audio. Bruce owns and engineers ARP Studio in Charleston, South Carolina, and is the co-founder and engineer at Home Grown Radio. His passion began before age eight, running sound for his church’s radio broadcasts, and grew into a 50-year career recording artists, building audio equipment, and keeping radio stations on the air. Along the way, his work has included projects for NPR and the BBC, plus dialogue recording for Bill Murray and Army Wives—and an attempted retirement in 2021 that led to a new adventure with Homegrown Radio. Join us for a conversation about recording, broadcasting, and the lessons that travel both ways between the studio and the transmitter!

September 25, 20261 hr 12 min

TWiRT Ep. 819 - AI and Pi with Bill Eaton

Bill Eaton has long been the sort of broadcast engineer who puts new technology to work early—going all the way back to one of the first DOCSIS cable modems bringing Internet service into the home. Today, as Chief Engineer at Oyster Radio, Bill is especially excited about practical uses for AI in broadcast engineering. He uses ChatGPT to take copious notes during transmitter-site visits, documenting maintenance already performed, work still needed, and even clues that another tenant may have changed something at the site. Bill also uses Google Gemini to analyze raw data from test equipment such as the PIRA P175 FM modulation analyzer. And he’s still building, too, recently putting together an FM audio processor using StereoTool software running on a Raspberry Pi. Join us for TWiRT Episode 819 as Bill shows how AI, affordable computing, and an engineer’s curiosity can make everyday broadcast work smarter and more productive.

September 18, 20261 hr 13 min

TWiRT Ep. 818 - What's Next After C-Band Satellite?

For more than 40 years, C-band satellite distribution has been a workhorse for radio and television broadcasters — but another big chunk of that spectrum is going away - leaving almost nothing for program distributors to use. On TWiRT Episode 818, Mark Johnson, President of LinkUp Communications, and Marcos O’Rourke, Engineering Manager at LinkUp, join Kirk Harnack to explain what FCC 26-46 means for broadcasters still depending on C-band delivery. Mark gives us some history, explains how the FCC’s latest plans would eventually leave broadcasters with only about 40 MHz of C-band downlink spectrum, and walks us through the proposed transition timeline. We also look at alternatives already being developed, including increased Ku-band satellite distribution and terrestrial IP delivery using capabilities built into XDS receivers. The transition won’t happen overnight, but the direction is becoming clear: broadcasters using C-band need to start thinking about what comes next. Join us for TWiRT Episode 818 as we sort through the FCC’s plans and what engineers should be watching in the months ahead.

September 11, 20261 hr 9 min

TWiRT Ep. 817 - Early Access to IBC 2026 in Amsterdam

This Week in Radio Tech comes to you from IBC 2026 in Amsterdam, where the broadcast world is gathering to show us what comes next. In Episode 817, we get early access to some of the industry’s technical innovators and discover how they’re responding to a broadcasting landscape that seems to change almost by the day. Adam Robinson of MaxxKonnect joins us alongside Hans van Zutphen of Thimeo Audio Technology B.V. and Jay Tyler of Sales Call. We’ll also hear from Dan McQuillin of Broadcast Bionics and Dan Martin of Derby ONE and Aiir. Together, they offer a revealing look at the technologies, business ideas, and practical solutions shaping the future of radio and broadcasting. Join us in Amsterdam for TWiRT Episode 817—This Week in Radio Tech!

September 11, 20261 hr 11 min

Mat Men S15E02 - Lucha Libre Takes Center Stage

This week, on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the guys open the show by reminiscing for a few minutes about where they were and how things have changed since that event. They also talk about Andy Williams, also known as "The Butcher," who tragically passed away last weekend. AEW paid an emotional tribute to Rebel on this week's Dynamite, raising awareness for ALS, which she is battling. The guys praise them for doing that and discuss the highlights from Dynamite as well. They also discuss WWE’s big weekend in Mexico, featuring two nights of Triplemanía and Monday Night Raw in Mexico City. Plus, they cover Liv Morgan’s new movie role, WWE starting more Spanish content, and Andrew wanting to create a cult! All your questions and more!

September 5, 20261 hr 8 min

Mat Men S15E01 - Prophecies Fulfilled At All In!

The guys start out talking about The New Level's debut at AEW All In this weekend and how much WWE offered to pay them on a new contract. They also discuss Bayley's situation, as it looks like she's staying in WWE. NXT Heatwave did poor ratings going up against All In, and the guys question why WWE would run against that show. Finally, the guys give an in-depth review of All In, including one of the best main events of all time between Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega. Plus, speculation on locations of upcoming shows, Meltzer’s ratings, your questions, and more!

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