Infinity turns TALK to PODCASTING in San Fran

Wednesday, April 27, 2005
	Infinity Launches Podcast-Programmed Radio Station
	Starting on May 16, Infinity will shift the programming of Talk KYCY/San Francisco from its current predominantly syndicated lineup to a wide-open slate of content created exclusively by listeners. Listeners will upload podcasts they create on any topic to a website being launched exclusively for the venture www.kyouradio.com. From there, Infinity will review and select which programs to air on the station, with programming guided by listener interests and feedback. Additionally, the station's programming will be streamed on the website. Infinity CEO Joel Hollander says, "We're always thrilled when we can incubate new programming ideas and bring them to life on our radio stations in ways we never before imagined. There is a profound shift underway in the way we use technology that allows everyone to have a voice. We envision KYOURADIO not only as a place to hear a fresh and new perspective created from the outside, but an outlet with which to foster the creativity of undiscovered talent from all walks of life." Infinity spokesperson Karen Mateo tells R&R that show topics could include politics, current events, music or just about anything else. "It can take any shape of form," she says. "It's like blogging, but in an audio format." Infinity plans to have advertising on the station. Listeners can begin uploading podcasts to the site starting today.