Frequently Asked Questions

Questions in this FAQ page:

What is Radio 1090?

Why don't I see certain shows in your podcasts? (and other podcast information)

How do I listen to the Radio 1090 Show?

What do I need in order to listen to The Radio 1090 Show?

What do I need in order to listen to a recording of The Radio 1090 Show?

Does Radio 1090's Website have a privacy policy? Does Radio 1090 collect and information about me?

How can I be heard on the air?

When will The Radio 1090 Show play music?

How did Radio 1090 come up with their name?

How does Radio 1090 broadcast?

Q: What is Radio 1090?

A: Please read our About page.

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Q: Why don't I see certain shows in your podcasts?

A: Video podcast: Our video podcast contains the video of only shows which were recorded in video. The videos will not be immediately available in the video podcast after a show is finished; after a short amount of time, the video show will first be offered for purchase on DVD (and possibly CD as well), and then later on the video podcast. Not all shows are recorded in video, however. When video is added to the video podcast, it is also featured on our video page. Under Radio 1090's discretion, certain videos once featured in the video podcast may later be removed from the podcast; when this occurs, such video remains archived on our video page of the website.

Audio podcast: All shows (video and non-video shows) are eventually added to the audio podcast and Recorded Shows page (unless otherwise noted on the Recorded Shows page). The shows will not be immediately available in the audio podcast after a show is finished; after a short amount of time, the show may first be offered for purchase on CD and possibly DVD, and then later on the audio podcast. Under Radio 1090's discretion, certain shows or other clips once featured in the audio podcast may later be removed from the podcast; when this occurs, the shows remain available for download on our Recorded Shows page of the website.

For more podcast information, please see our podcasts page.

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Q: How do I listen to the Radio 1090 Show?

A: Please see our schedule to find out when our next broadcast is scheduled. When it's time for a broadcast to start, go to our homepage. On the left side of the screen, at the top of the blue links bar, you will see text saying "We are on the air. Click to listen." Click the text, and follow the instructions to listen. You will need one of the audio players installed on your computer listed in the next answer in order to listen.

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Q: What do I need in order to listen to The Radio 1090 Show?

A: In order to listen live to The Radio 1090 Show, you must have iTunes, QuickTime, Real Player, or WinAmp installed on your computer. All of the players are available for download for free by clicking on their respective links.

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Q: What do I need in order to listen to a recording of The Radio 1090 Show?

A: In order to listen to a recording of The Radio 1090 Show, you need a multimedia program that plays MP3 files. Many programs, such as  iTunes, QuickTime, Real Player, WinAmp, Musicmatch Jukebox, and Window Media Player are able to play MP3 files. Or, if you'd like, you may download show recordings to a portable MP3, such as the iPod.

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Q: Does Radio 1090's Website have a privacy policy? Does Radio 1090 collect and information about me?

A: Please see our Privacy Policy.

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Q: How can I be heard on the air?

A: We encourage listeners to call into Radio 1090 to voice their opinions on current issues, make public announcements, or make a "shout-out." You may call into the Radio 1090 Show at (315) 505-4555. We answer calls while on air; if we're not on air we take voicemails. If you call in during a live show, we reserve the right to answer your call live. If you would like to voice your opinion through a more technologically advanced method, you can send us a message on our listening page while we're on air. Please see our Calling into the Show section of our Privacy Policy for more information.

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Q: When will The Radio 1090 Show play music?

A: We do not to play music on air, due to legalities. Please contact us for more information.

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Q: How did Radio 1090 come up with their name?

A: Radio 1090 first broadcasted with an AM radio transmitter on the frequency 1090. However, the transmitter did not work well, and the radio signal only traveled a few yards. We now broadcast on the Internet instead of using a radio transmitter, and we call the radio show "The Radio 1090 Show."

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Q: How does Radio 1090 broadcast?

A: Radio 1090 broadcasts "The Radio 1090 Show" to the Internet from Ben's basement using several types of equipment. For more technical information, email Ben at .

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