An interesting perspective can be seen on one of the most dramatic days in the history of network radio.
The networks have been trying to end this practice, called compensation, ever since it started in the early days of network radio.
The orchestra's concerts were broadcast several times on national network radio.
Originally, its programming comprised network radio shows with the commercials removed.
Back in the late 40's, network radio was as big as television ever was.
And within a period of three or four years, network radio was dead.
"There had never been a real initiative to carry the flag for network radio," he added.
He seems intent on putting himself over to the mass audience created by network radio.
In 1936 the musicians played a reunion performance on network radio.
He would continue hosting network radio shows on and off through 1946.
