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Radio in Homes
In 1930, at least 30 million homes had a radio. -
Radio Stars
In 1931, four young men became singing stars over the radio. -
Radio Advertising
In 1931, newspaper revenue decreased while the radio revenue increased. -
Radio Depression
In 1931, sixteen percent of the world was unemployed and listening to the radio during the Great Depression. -
Radio President
In 1933, the country elected a new president (FDR) because he spoke of over the radio frequently. -
New England Radio
In 1934, New England began the first local news network for radio. -
Radio Drama
In 1934, a network founded radio drama and started it up during the summer. -
Radio Growth
In 1934, 60 percent of homes owned at least one radio, and 1.5 million cars had radios. -
Radio in Cars
In 1937, over 80 percent of the population had at least one radio and millions had radios in their cars. -
Radio Women
In 1937, women were first introduced over the air and were able to do talk shows. -
Guglielmo Marconi Death
In 1937, Marconi passed away and several radio channels did a moment of silence in his honor. -
Push Button Radio
In 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge was built and push button radios were invented. Push button radios were also offered for cars, too. -
Radio Variety
In 1941, there was a worldwide variety of music on the radio. -
Radio Comedy
In 1943, new versions of radio comedy were being played. -
Radio Songs
In 1943, many songs about the war were being played. -
Radio Segregation
In 1943, segregation was a big deal and many African Americans were being heard over the radio. -
Radio to Troops
In 1943, American Forces Network (AFN) started to broadcast radio to troops. -
Radio in the City
In 1943, FM radio was available in many cities which played classical music or programs. -
Radio Sports
In 1945, sports were being broadcast over the radio. -
Radio on War
In 1945, the world kept up with World War ll by listening to the radio.