In this episode, Michelle examines the Flemish government's decision to maintain FM radio, highlighting economic and demographic concerns in the digital transition. She explores the controversy surrounding an AI-generated host at the Australian Radio Network, discussing its implications for the industry. The episode also covers K-LOVE's shift to 24-7 live hosting, analyzing its potential impact on listeners. Michelle delves into a simulcast event by Key Networks and NewsNation focused on politics, emphasizing its significance for radio's role in current affairs. The episode concludes by tying these diverse topics together, providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing changes and challenges in the radio industry.

(0:00) Introduction and Flemish government's FM radio decision

(0:24) Economic and demographic concerns in radio's digital transition

(2:56) AI-generated host controversy at Australian Radio Network

(5:11) K-LOVE's move to 24-7 live hosting

(7:10) Key Networks and NewsNation's simulcast event on politics

(9:13) Conclusion