06 – Volunteer Community Radio; Learn to Interview/Produce Your Own Program

At a Glance

Course Description

Have you ever wondered what is involved in producing a radio broadcast? Here is an opportunity to learn from the staff of KHOI 89.1 FM, an Ames non-profit, volunteer-driven community radio station that allows everyone to share their talents. You will learn what happens behind the scenes of program production. We welcome all members of our community to participate, and before you know it, you too might find your niche within KHOI’s radio family.

Instructors

Lynne Carey retired from Ames Public Library after 36 years, serves as the KHOI Board president, committee member, Local Talk producer, and community advocate.

Anne Kinzel is a legal and policy expert who has shaped healthcare access in Iowa and California, taught globally, led landmark litigation, and now advances agricultural research at Iowa State. She also serves on the KHOI Board of Directors.

Mike Meetz retired from the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine after 35 years as a scientist specializing in animal viral diagnostics, quality assurance, and laboratory safety. Meetz currently hosts, cohosts, and produces several KHOI locally produced programs.

Michael Murphy has over 20 years’ experience in community radio, including producing, hosting, operations, engineering, and management. Murphy is currently the KHOI Station Manager.

Pat Schlarbaum, Citizen of the Natural World, retired after 33 years as a biology technician with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Diversity Program. Schlarbaum hosts locally produced programs and is a member of KHOI’s Board.