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For old-school radio folks, this is classic DJ. Check out Ron Sedaille.

@danacree198 I've been watching him on here for years! He's another one that does it right! Tight board, hitting the post, just can't beat it! (I spent 17 years in the business before leaving it to go into law enforcement. Still love it!)

As you can see, this is a VERY POPULAR post. Only a radio guy would find it interesting. This was during my live-from-studio period (before I started delivering recorded).

I'm not sure why; people seem to like it when I'm playing music, rather than just rambling.

@@danacree198 LOL!! How about this I love both

Kid, that weekend gig was great fun. I looked forward to it, getting there sometimes 2 hours early just to sit in the studio. My new home studio is just about ready for my newest weekly show. To be announced. To see a guy that beats me for style, see the videos of Ron Sedaille.

Thanks for watching the video. You note the studio. I have been remodeling and equipping the studio for a live audio and video feed for the past few months. I suspect that we will do the first show in May 2024. I'll post a photo when everything is ready.

Thanks for the view. Can you tell I'm having fun?

I recently attended a conference in Dallas, Texas "Dave Anthony's Morning Show Bootcamp." It was a reminder that radio remains an entertainment choice for those looking to have more than a jukebox. Real people in real time. www.soundoffpodcast.com/don-anthony

Paul, thanks for the feedback! As an old-school DJ, we are delighted when we "hit the post." That means talking right up to the beginning of the vocals. It is a time-honored Top 40 DJ exercise that is as much fun to do as it is to hear. Of course, not every listener likes having anything over the music, but that's why they have the AOR (Album Oriented Radio) and progressive formats that are not really into "personality" radio. I recently attended a conference in Dallas, Texas of professionals who believe in personality radio.

I'm not sure the hero worship is earned. But thanks!

Ron: For my workflow, the Rodecaster Pro is a perfect fit. I understand that the Pro II has several improvements. It operates like a traditional radio studio board, including the Mic channel that mutes the monitor speakers when activated. As for the script that you see on screen; that is nothing more than a MS Word doc. I write the script, then edit on the fly as needed. Adlibing is fine, but when you are trying to deliver precise timing (for syndication, or automated use) scripting is my choice. For a tight show that fits into the space allocated, I find that writing in advance allows me to "polish" the final to tighten up the words to say the most in the least amount of time.

Every DJ I have ever known is a performer before being a record-spinner. So, we are thrilled when a listener gives us kind words. Like you, I love seeing other studio environments and how the DJ commands the controls. Regretfully, I stopped producing the show in 2021, but 38 episodes (audio) are available online at feeds.buzzsprout.com/1779409.rss

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205 yes i have downloaded the lot with the show flow and scripts gonna start listening right away

@@JulienDeon my intention with providing the scripts, lists, and program log is to demonstrate how to structure a typical syndicated program.

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205, yes I love it being able to see your flow, the fact you shared the whole lot is freaking awesome! I do video/ television stuff so I understand the complexities but love seeing how others organize!

Thank you! Can you tell I'm having fun?

Yes and no. I am no longer on air live. In 2021, I completed 56 episodes of a 3-hour podcast "Weekend Rewind," and that was the last long-form project since. Learn more at weekendrewind.online.

John, thanks for the view. Radio is still alive but on life support. In smaller markets, the connection with listeners remains strong, but across the media landscape, radio has suffered. Streaming and podcasting have given us a place to perform and that's a gift.

Sorry for the slow response. I just got back from Europe. I know SAM has been a staple for years. I looked at several systems and decided on MegaSeg for my Mac workflow. www.megaseg.com It has been a year since I last used it. I paid $199 at the time.

Thanks for the feedback! Have you seen the latest Rodecaster Pro? Check out the reviews on RUclips. I don't really need it, but I want to have it. :) Just like all of that unused equipment in the studio closet!

Thank you, sir!

Indeed. For this kind of show, timing is critical. Every word counts, so not the best place to ad-lib. You want to handcraft the segments to provide the most for the time allowed.

I have always had the utmost respect for engineers. The days that you and I remember are gone for good. The Internet expanded the universe while dividing the pie into so many pieces few can create critical mass. The flamethrower clear channels of the past are somehow hanging on. For us old guys, we had the good memories of a thriving industry. And those memories get sweeter with time.

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the feedback.

Francis, thanks, and welcome! Glad to have you on the channel.

Thank you my friend! As a weekend DJ having been out of the day-to-day radio business for many years, those 4 hours were like a day at Disneyland. In most cases, I was so wound up with excitement the time felt like 30 minutes. The studio was on a high floor over a main intersection, and although no one knew I was up there looking down, I imagined every single car had be tuned in.

In this particular video (made in 2013) the radio station was using Audiovault. It has had extensive changes in the meantime. www.bdcast.com/products/studio-products/audiovault/

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205 Wow nice radio software sir I've been watching your videos for awhile goodluck Sir and God bless

@@glennjamin the idea that I can contribute to encouraging someone is...well, encouraging. Plenty of folks inspired and lifted me up over the years. Pass it along, Glenn.

That track was pulled from a production music CD collection that I had owned for a very long time. There are at least 800 tracks, and I cannot remember which one this was. But I agree, it's sweet.

You are kind to say so. Years of experience and guidance by some great radio people like Gary Owens (a mentor). I have come to believe that a good DJ is really a talented voice actor who knows how to connect with the listener. A lot of that is natural talent. The deep radio voice is no longer required.

@@danacree198 I’m looking to start my own radios station online and this is a great template to follow your command and engagement with the audience is super I will be studying this if you don’t mind. 🙏

That was my intention. I wanted to share the paperwork, as well as the program. That form took a long time to create and tweak. An automated radio station will rely much more on setting the parameters of the scheduling program (MegaSeg, AudioVault, etc) which will allow for a very detailed set of adjustments for what to play, and when. Don't forget to find those related FB pages and user groups where you can share your own discoveries and learn from others.

Thank you my friend. It is a delight to spend time with my listeners.

Thank you! Not only is live best for the audience, it is where the love and excitement comes from for the DJ. Live is what makes radio local and keeps people listening. How to make money doing it has always been the challenge.

I am considerably older, but still excited about the radio business. I have friends who still own and operate, even in this difficult and changing market. Thanks for checking in, Jack!

My personal choice, especially the new country.

Nuno, I have zero skills at engineering, so I will take your word for it. However, when setting up my Rode NT1A and Rodecaster Pro, there were helpful YT videos on how to tweak the mic channel. For my ears, it sounds good in the studio, on broadcast radio and on the stream. Thanks for your feedback.

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205 it realy sounds good dan.Its not a negative comment, normaly on radio broadcast the mic sound is very compressed, nice work Dan.

@@TheNunolopes I never take these comments as negative. Even at my age and with my experience, I learn something new and valuable every single day!

Not sure what your music format is, but you might be interested in knowing that there are 28, 3-hour episodes of Weekend Rewind available for download and airing FREE. These are archived episodes that come with avail breaks and NO COMMERCIALS embedded in the content. Each episode has the script and the program log. If you want to know more, visit weekendrewind.online/syndication/

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205 you saying I can use them ?

My first REAL paying job in radio was at Los Angeles country giant KFOX-AM in the 60s. So, it is in my blood. I especially like the new country we hear today, but am drawn to the classics as well. In the studio, it is a fun format to DJ, with energy and the chance to communicate with the listeners.

Do I stumble? I stumble like a drunken sailor. But thanks to the miracle of editing, that gets fixed in post. Each week, I usually have to restart a segment of two. For automation I settled on www.megaseg.com/ MegaSeg made for Macs. I know there is a handful of PC-based apps. You just have to choose one that works for your style.

I am disappointed that I have not been able to keep this channel fresh with new material. And I am aware that compared to other RUclips channels, mine is not very instructive. Over the past year I have been preoccupied with meeting my program deadlines, then an increase in the "non-radio" activities of my marketing consulting business. My retired life has been much busier than I imagined.

Thank you my friend! Hope you are well.

You are correct, sir! JAM still offers the year shouts and sings. I decided to use just the shouts and only in the hourly intro. Before I found www.radiojingles24.com/ I spent a bunch of money on trying to get the right jingles. In the beginning, I hired a composer in NYC to write and record a 60-sec donut sing for the intro. I used it for about 4 shows before I found the British guy at 24 Hour Jingles. VERY fairly priced and has a nice selection of cuts.

I wish that I could say I do a better job. My hobby-level effort will have to do. LOL

Thanks

Thanks for the kind words! You and I came up the same way and I sincerely do believe the 70s-80s were part of the golden days of radio. My latest venture is a national 3-hour podcast based on 80-90s hits that aired here in my local market, and via downloads. I gave it a year (July 2020-August 2021) before I bailed. It was a very different style/presentation, but gave me what I needed, creatively. You can check it out on the episodes page of my website weekendrewind.online

@@danacreesweekendrewind3205 I will most definitely check that out!

Roland, thank you for your kind words. Check out my latest show (very different style and vibe) weekendrewind.online/episodes/