How do you start and run an online radio station today?

In this episode of Signal, we speak with Alex Griffin, founder of the Anthemic network, about what it takes to build and operate a modern online radio station. Alex shares how he went from working with online broadcasters to launching his own growing network of stations across the UK.

We explore the technology behind online radio broadcasting, from servers and virtual machines to remote presenters logging in from across the country. Alex also explains the realities of music licensing for online radio, how stations build their radio playlists, and why listener surveys play a key role in deciding what gets played on air.

Along the way, we discuss the importance of independent radio, supporting emerging artists, and the challenges of running a station with a small team and limited resources.

In this episode:

How to start and run an online radio station
The technology powering internet radio broadcasting
Building and managing a remote team of radio presenters
Music licensing and playlists for online radio stations
Supporting new and upcoming artists on independent radio
Why independent and local radio still matters

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