The hosts of three radio shows had a lot to say about the aspects of operating and airing episodes each week on TAMUK’s radio network – 91.1 FM.
“The best thing is getting to showcase the incredible local talent in our area and introducing our listeners to new bands,” Laurie Hoefelmeyer, senior, said of “The SnakePit,” her show about local rock, metal and alternative bands.
“I encourage everyone to tune in and support local,” Hoefelmeyer said.
One obstacle Laurie faces in producing her show is “that it’s hard to contain the wildness of Rock ‘n Roll and put a filter on it. I definitely have to get all of the curse words out of the songs before we go live.”
The show airs from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday.
Edgar Vazquez, senior, of “The Grand Slam” also discussed some of the challenges he’s faced in hosting a show.
“I love talking about movies, shows and video games, so this show gives me the opportunity to express my thoughts/gripes on these subjects. I’m still learning how to improve and grow; every episode teaches me something to make the next episode better.”
Airing from 4 to 5 p.m. on Fridays, “The Grand Slam” is a group of alike friends who speak on film, TV and video games.
Etta Enow, senior, and Troy Sanchez, junior, host “The Tea,” a show about big events happening in pop culture, celebrity gossip and events happening on campus.
The two hosts say the best thing about having their show is “we get to use our voice as students to help give a point of view in a culture that is similar to our fellow Javelinas. We help promote organizations and events happening on campus, we feel good being able to give a helping hand in promoting.”
Enow encourages students to tune in.
“We hope people tune in to the show and we hope everyone’s point of view is being represented,” Enow said.
Interested in hosting your own show? Contact Etta Enow for more information at etta.enow@students.tamuk.edu.
