Ric Chetter - From Radioland

Episode 12: Politics & Religion - Someone's Gonna Get Pissed Off

Ric goes a little taboo and gets into the often controversial topics of politics and religion. Though not aimed at being offensive, when these sorts of things get brought up, someone is bound to get angry. If you are one of those people who specifically look for things to get angry over, this might be the show for you. It all started innocently enough, the flicking of a booger and it went down from there. 

Episode 11: Lipstick on My Codpiece & Other Confessions of A Stormtrooper

Andy Galloway is a Stormtrooper and member of of the 501st. He's also a maker, that is someone who makes things specifically for cos play in the world of science fiction. The world of comic book conventions are explored in this episode. Ric & Jeff grill Andy on all the things he makes, how he makes the costumes and props and where the best place to get all the things he needs to make all this stuff. For all the external links referenced in this episode, head on over to Ric's blog here.

Episode 10: Death By Exposure & The Plight of The Local Musician

Ric and Jeff have an interesting conversation about the problems facing local musicians trying to make it in today's world. Just how screwed up is the current system? They may not have all the answers but they sure give it the ol' college try. Ric lays out his plan for a Memphis red light district and should there be a shake joint on Beale? Plus, Ric has a very special greeting for Cleveland, Ohio.

Episode 9: So, You Want To Be A Broadcaster

There are people out there who think being in the radio business is the way to stardom. In this episode, Ric explores this phenomenon. There are things you learn in "... school of broadcasting" that have no business in this business. There are shattered dreams and there are dreams that come true to those who have never considered them in the first place. 

Episode 8: Dianna Fryer Is Dirty D

Ric sits down with the Radio Memphis Promotions Director and co host of the wildly popular Memphis Metal Monday show. While dealing with a somewhat uncooperative coffee maker Dianna gets into Ric's head about the radio business and manages to turn the conversation into an in depth analytical session of why she thinks Ric is so messed up. She also calls Ric every name in the book.

Episode 7: Rodger, I Am Your Father

You are going to meet Brian McMurry. Brian is the artist behind the real face of Radio Memphis. The skull wearing headphones that is the heart of the logo behind the radio station. But, there is much more to Brian than just a visual artist. Brian is also the creator of some of the most vulgar t-shirts Ric owns as well as member of the improv troupe known as Freak Engine. The notes for this podcast can be found at Ric's blog at ricchetter.blogspot.com including artworks referenced in this podcast.

Epidose 6: Radio History - Selected Cuts

Ric takes us through a brief history of radio broadcast. From the early days of Morse code all the way through to a conversation with a scientist in Antarctica, you will hear some specially selected samples of radio history. Ric explains how these things attracted him to the business of radio and over the course of 100 years how the business has changed from shortwave to AM to FM to the internet. It's a fun trip, but be careful as you might just learn something new.

Episode 5: Ric & Jeff Save The World

Jeff Janovetz stops by the studio to pick up where they left off from last time. But this time, they talk about the technical world, corporate America, the Peter Principle and an amusing true story about prostitutes who worked out of a radio station. All this and the world of advertising. Plus, Jeff displays his fearlessness by doing this entire show without headphones.

Episode 4: Testing... Testing... That's Amazeballs!

In the ever growing expanse of the Radioland podcast, Ric tests a new mobile recorder and gives his revue of the Zoom H2. Along the way, he questions internet stardom, cat videos and the word "amazing". Plus, just how mean people can be. Flattery aside, is imitation really all that sincere? For those wanting to succeed in show business, Ric will give you the secret.

Episode 3: Flying Solo & The Fear of Public Speaking

In this episode, Ric finds himself alone and the therapy is priceless. No notes, no plan and no clue. The observation from inside the fish bowl happens here. Plus the question for you, what scares you more, the fear of death of the fear of speaking in public?