Today in Radio History

May 3

Every day in radio history — from the first broadcast to the last format flip.

1931Personalities

Kate Smith Begins Radio Career on CBS

Singer Kate Smith began her long and successful radio career on CBS. She became a major radio force in the 1930s and 1940s, known for her weekly variety hour and daily chat show.

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1971Firsts & Milestones

NPR's 'All Things Considered' Debuts

National Public Radio (NPR) broadcast its first on-air original program, 'All Things Considered.' This marked a significant milestone for public radio in the United States.

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