BBC Call Out

The BBC is looking for documentaries that will show their audience an America they didn't know existed. They want to hear stories that are unexpected, that only radio producers living in USA could unearth. Have an idea? Answer their call.

AIR Announces Localore Ten

On January 30, AIR announced its 10 winning Localore projects. Read on.

Fire and Sweat

Creative fires are burning! Listen to our AIRmuse metalsmiths forge sound inspiration. AIR Board President David Freedman fans the flames in our Spotlight, reminding us that we've come a long way and there is still exciting, uncharted territory ahead. And Localore well, talk about hot!
Read on.

NPR Rates Go Up, Up, Up.

AIR is ringing in the new year with news hot off the press of an increase in NPR freelance rates. Find NPR and AIR's announcement and other details here. The new rate sheet, here.

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