Scot Turner: Airwaves and Soundwaves

Another episode years in the making. Scot Turner recently retired
from Evanov Radio in Brantford, Ontario. Scot discussed his
experiences in radio programming, sharing insights on how to
navigate challenges and create successful radio stations,
including CFNY, 94.5 The Beat, Dave-FM in Kitchener, and many
more. Scot emphasized the importance of blending genres, catering
to a specific audience, and adapting to changing listener
preferences. We also discussed the evolution of dance music on
radio, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, and the challenges
and opportunities in urban radio programming in Canada during the
early 1990s.


We got deep into the weeds on the integration of hip hop and
urban music into Canadian radio formats and the impact of
streaming platforms on traditional radio. Highlighted are the
nostalgia and importance of CFNY, culminating in a forthcoming
documentary supported by Corus Entertainment. Finally, we
emphasized the significance of celebrating radio's history
through anniversaries and innovative programming, offering a rich
perspective on the medium’s past and future.


A transcript and a video version of the show are available on our
network site.


Thanks to the following organizations for supporting the
show:


Nlogic - TV & Radio Audience Data Solutions


Mary Anne Ivison at Ivison Voice. - Make her the female
voice of your radio station.


Matt Fogarty Voiceovers - It's great to have Matt back for
2024 supporting our show. Make him the imaging voice for
your radio station by contacting him through his website.


Megatrax - Licensed Music for your radio station or podcast
production company.


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