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“TWiRT” is your go to show if you want to get behind the scenes on what makes broadcasting possible. The show addresses common issues as well as explaining past experiences from a wide array of hosts who each come from a different background in radio technology. This show is a must for any tech geek or for anyone who is interested in what goes on behind the boards and wires.

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Episode 785 of This Week in Radio Tech tackles the very real challenges broadcasters are facing as severe winter weather sweeps across the Southeast and pushes toward the Northeast. In this episode, a panel of seasoned engineers from MaxxKonnect shar... more

On this episode of This Week in Radio Tech, Kirk Harnack is joined by broadcast engineer Aaron Read of L and R Broadcast Services, formerly with Rhode Island Public Radio. Aaron shares thoughtful, experience-based insights on how broadcast engineers ... more

Episode 783 of This Week in Radio Tech features Chris Tarr, now a Field Engineer for K-LOVE, responsible for dozens of transmitters carrying the K-LOVE and Air1 networks. Chris shares how K-LOVE uses smart technologies, standardized procedures, and t... more

This Week in Radio Tech episode 782 features Michael Adams joining Kirk Harnack to discuss Rapid Response Radio, a new organization focused on fast, resilient communications when they are needed most. Building on the proven success of First Response ... more

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Josh Bone
Engineer and founder of MaxxKonnect
MaxxKonnect
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 785 - Winter Weather Wadio Webinar
Mike Hutchins
Engineer currently working in broadcasting
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 785 - Winter Weather Wadio Webinar
Mark Borchardt
Engineer with extensive experience in broadcast systems
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 785 - Winter Weather Wadio Webinar
Aaron Read
Engineer and consultant with extensive experience in public radio
Provenance, Rhode Island
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 784 - Engineering from Experience with Aaron Read
Chris Tarr
Field engineer at K-Love and experienced broadcast technician
K-Love
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 783 - An Attitude of Gratitude with Chris Tar
Mike Adams
Experienced broadcaster and disaster response specialist
Rapid Response Radio
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 782 - Rapid Response Radio with Mike Adams
Chris Marsalis
Owner and operator of local radio stations, experienced radio engineering professional.
Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Kudzu 104.9, The Shark 102.3
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 781 - Powering Local Radio into 2026 with Chris Marsalis
Larry Wilkins
Director of Engineering Services for the Alabama Broadcasters Association
Alabama Broadcasters Association
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 780 - I Wear Three Hats with Larry Wilkins
Larry Schindel
Senior Product Manager for Linear Acoustic with extensive experience in television audio processing.
Telos Alliance
Episode: TWiRT Ep. 779 - Next Generation Multichannel Audio with Larry Schindel

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Kirk Harnack
Host of This Week In Radio Tech, providing insights and discussions around broadcasting technology and industry challenges.

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TWiRT Ep. 739 - You Do What on the Side with Dustin Tatro
Q: What do you warn a newbie in audio processing?
Dustin advises against adding excessive compression and limiting in audio processing as it can lead to poor sound quality.
TWiRT Ep. 739 - You Do What on the Side with Dustin Tatro
Q: Dustin, what do you really like about engineering?
Dustin mentions he enjoys the clarity and quality of audio over IP technology, which he believes is crucial in broadcast engineering.
TWiRT Ep. 734 - An Audio Console Steeped in History with Jim Gilmore
Q: What does a radio station need to do to broadcast from the Musicians' Hall of Fame?
They just need to contact Jim Gilmore and they would love to help facilitate the broadcast in their studio.
TWiRT Ep. 734 - An Audio Console Steeped in History with Jim Gilmore
Q: What was the motivation for the Hall of Fame and Museum to build a radio studio?
Jim Gilmore suggested having a working console to show how it worked, and the museum wanted it to be functional and educational.
TWiRT Ep. 734 - An Audio Console Steeped in History with Jim Gilmore
Q: Tell me about your passion for restoring, rebuilding these kind of consoles.
They sound wonderful and have warmth and clarity that modern digital consoles lack.

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2. Mike Hutchins
3. Mark Borchardt
4. Aaron Read
5. Chris Tarr
6. Mike Adams
7. Chris Marsalis
8. Larry Wilkins

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