{"id":67462,"date":"2026-10-24T08:04:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:04:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swling.com\/blog\/?p=67462"},"modified":"2026-10-24T08:04:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:04:11","slug":"radio-waves-irca-reprint-search-rris-listeners-day-and-am-radio-bill-faces-lobbying","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swling.com\/blog\/2026\/10\/radio-waves-irca-reprint-search-rris-listeners-day-and-am-radio-bill-faces-lobbying\/","title":{"rendered":"Radio Waves: IRCA Reprint Search, RRI’s Listener’s Day, and AM Radio Bill Faces Lobbying"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio<\/h2>\n

Welcome to the SWLing Post\u2019s<\/em> Radio Waves<\/em>, a collection of links to interesting stories making waves in the world of radio. <\/strong>Enjoy!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many thanks to SWLing Post<\/em> contributors Colin Newell and Paul Jamet for the following tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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DXer.ca IRCA Reprint Search (Dxer.ca)<\/a><\/h2>\n

Many thanks to Colin Newell, who notes that you can now search 1,202 articles from IRCA\u2019s DX Monitor (1966\u20132025) directly on a dedicated portion of the DXer.ca website.<\/p>\n

[Check it out here!<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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2026 Listener\u2019s Day on Radio Romania International (RRI)<\/a><\/h2>\n

On November 8, 2026 we celebrate Romanian Radio Day, which we mark every year on November 1. We look forward to celebrating Radio Romania International\u2019s Listener\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n

In an increasingly polarized world, the differences between us may seem like barriers. However, beyond our beliefs or cultures, we are united by simple things: music, stories, travel or the desire to be heard. For an international radio station, dialogue in diversity is intrinsic to its mission, and RRI aims to be the space that brings people together every day.<\/p>\n

For the 2026 edition of our special show, Listener\u2019s Day on RRI, we are asking you:<\/p>\n

What do you think unites us in a divided world? What are the experiences or values we share, regardless of where we live, and what helps us better understand each other?<\/p>\n

We look forward to your answers to include them in our November special broadcast. They can be sent via email to engl@rri.ro or via Facebook.<\/p>\n

You can also send your recorded audio responses via WhatsApp at +40744312650, or you can send us your phone number and we will call you from the studio to record your audio message.<\/p>\n

We look forward to hearing from you!<\/p>\n

Paul notes: I\u2019d like to add a suggestion regarding the role of international radio stations, which, through some of their programs, can foster greater mutual understanding.<\/p>\n

[Continue reading\u2026<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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AM Act Opponents Spend $6.3M In Q3 Hoping For Senate Stall (Radioink)<\/a><\/h2>\n

Automakers could not keep the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act from clearing the House, but their lobbying disclosures show the money still moving while the bill waits on a Senate calendar that holds no vote before the midterms, leaving broadcasters watching the clock.<\/p>\n

Third quarter reports show organizations opposed to the bill spending about $6.3 million.<\/p>\n

Toyota Motor North America reported about $1.7 million, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation about $1.5 million, Tesla $650,000, Honda $520,000, Volkswagen Group of America $420,000, and BMW of North America $230,000. Lucid USA reported $80,000 and Mazda $60,000.<\/p>\n

While not directly representing the automotive industry, other organizations known to oppose pro-radio legislation, like the Consumer Technology Association and SoundExchange, spent $810,000 and $290,000, respectively.<\/p>\n

[Continue reading\u2026<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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