How mnay here listen to talk radio?

[me@privacy.net]

Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
other than music such as talk radio?

[Bonehenge]

On Sun, 11 Jun 2006 07:52:37 -0500, me@privacy.net wrote:

>Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>other than music such as talk radio?


I'll occasionally listen to Bruce Williams and regularily listen to
Bob Brinker. These days, Bruce's quality varies greatly, depending
upon his patience and the moron quotient of the caller. <G>

Bob Brinker is often pre-empted by sports on local AM stations, it's
nice to be able to depend on the show via XM. I even look forward to
several of his occasional substitutes, especially Terry Savage and
Bill from Forbes, for alternate viewpoints.

Many of the satellite talk shows are pretty weak. I'd really like to
see Clark Howard, Ray Lucia, and some others there.

I'm not a big fan of Rush / Sean Hannity / Mike Savage / Al Franken
political type shows, regardless of which side of the aisle it speaks
from, or sports talk shows.

[David]

On Sun, 11 Jun 2006 07:52:37 -0500, me@privacy.net wrote:

>Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>other than music such as talk radio?

I listen to the BBC more than any other channel.

[Dr. Droo]

me@privacy.net wrote:
> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
> other than music such as talk radio?

I tend to listen to more talk radio nowadays than I used to with
Sirius. With Bubba mid-day and Ferrall at night, Chris Moyles Show on
BBC 1 in the mornings (and sometimes the occasional Stern show, though
rarely), it makes for less time for me to listen to music.

But I do listen to music on the weekends usually or if there's some
topic going on that I have no interest in.

--D

[Coyote]

<me@privacy.net> wrote in message
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> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
> other than music such as talk radio?


99% of my time is on the music channels. During the NBA season I tune in
the JAZZ games if not on TV.
When on the road I tune in for latest news via FOX or CNN then go back to
music.
My favorite channels are the JAZZ music channels. When I want a change I
tune in coffeehouse, radio margaritaville, moving easy and the country
stations. I seldom surf as most other channels are of no interest to me.

[Splatter]

me@privacy.net wrote:
> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
> other than music such as talk radio?

Laura Ingraham is really entertaining. A humorous right-wing
woman. Cigar Dave on the weekends is worth a listen even if
you don't smoke cigars. A man's man who is against the
pussyfication of the male species. Last week he was railing
about the new trend to tone down bachelor parties. He
believes they should all involve strippers and booze.

[Dr. Droo]

Splatter wrote:
> Laura Ingraham is really entertaining. A humorous right-wing
> woman. Cigar Dave on the weekends is worth a listen even if
> you don't smoke cigars. A man's man who is against the
> pussyfication of the male species. Last week he was railing
> about the new trend to tone down bachelor parties. He
> believes they should all involve strippers and booze.

*gets out a pen* Make Cigar Dave plan bachelor party.

Got it. :)

--D

[David]

On Sun, 11 Jun 2006 10:55:02 -0400, Splatter <3wmo78@comcast.net>
wrote:

>me@privacy.net wrote:
>> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>> other than music such as talk radio?
>
>Laura Ingraham is really entertaining. A humorous right-wing
>woman. Cigar Dave on the weekends is worth a listen even if
>you don't smoke cigars. A man's man who is against the
>pussyfication of the male species. Last week he was railing
>about the new trend to tone down bachelor parties. He
>believes they should all involve strippers and booze.

Right. Be a man and get oral cancer. Brilliant.

[Dr. Droo]

David wrote:
> Right. Be a man and get oral cancer. Brilliant.

He'd not do too well here. Statewide smoking ban in everywhere
including bars.

--D

[David]

On 11 Jun 2006 08:50:54 -0700, "Dr. Droo" <drdroo@gmail.com> wrote:

>David wrote:
>> Right. Be a man and get oral cancer. Brilliant.
>
>He'd not do too well here. Statewide smoking ban in everywhere
>including bars.
>
>--D
>
You'd think people would take the hint and just quit. Save the money
and buy something nice.

[Dr. Droo]

David wrote:
> You'd think people would take the hint and just quit. Save the money
> and buy something nice.

Carton of Marlboros is something like 50 bucks here. It's probably
cheaper to become an alcoholic.

--D

[Blue Cat]

<me@privacy.net> wrote in message
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> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
> other than music such as talk radio?

When I'm in an area where I can't Air America Radio over the air, I'll
listen to it on XM. I also listen to the BBC now and then.

[me@privacy.net]

Bonehenge <DwightSchrute@DunderMifflin.com> wrote:

>Many of the satellite talk shows are pretty weak. I'd really like to
>see Clark Howard, Ray Lucia, and some others there.

Agree

>I'm not a big fan of Rush / Sean Hannity / Mike Savage / Al Franken
>political type shows, regardless of which side of the aisle it speaks
>from, or sports talk shows.

Agree as well on above

[me@privacy.net]

"Blue Cat" <bluecat22@go.com> wrote:

>
><me@privacy.net> wrote in message
>news:9f4o825ms1cq2ju1rm4971tf20bebp81cd@4ax.com...
>> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>> other than music such as talk radio?
>
>When I'm in an area where I can't Air America Radio over the air, I'll
>listen to it on XM. I also listen to the BBC now and then.
>

OK

Just trying to determine if sat radio is for me... XM
radio

I want LOST of talk shows and educational stuff

Not that interested in tons of music

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

XM's current news/talk lineup:

http://xmradio.com/programming/neighborhood.jsp?hood=news

http://xmradio.com/programming/neighborhood.jsp?hood=talk_and_variety

There are supposed to be another 6-8 WLW-type talk stations in the coming
few months. While these don't have the big names, they do seem to carry a
lot of smaller talkers who have big regional followings.

I think XM is really entering the realm of TOO MUCH content to choose from
....

[Araxen]

me@privacy.net wrote:
> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
> other than music such as talk radio?

I listen to talk radio alot on Sirius because it has less commercials.
Whenever I listened to it on old radio I felt like there was 80%
commercials, 20% show.

[David]

On Sun, 11 Jun 2006 13:11:08 -0500, me@privacy.net wrote:

>"Blue Cat" <bluecat22@go.com> wrote:
>
>>
>><me@privacy.net> wrote in message
>>news:9f4o825ms1cq2ju1rm4971tf20bebp81cd@4ax.com...
>>> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>>> other than music such as talk radio?
>>
>>When I'm in an area where I can't Air America Radio over the air, I'll
>>listen to it on XM. I also listen to the BBC now and then.
>>
>
>OK
>
>Just trying to determine if sat radio is for me... XM
>radio
>
>I want LOST of talk shows and educational stuff
>
>Not that interested in tons of music
Sounds like you'd prefer Sirius.

NPR Now, NPR Talk, BBC World Service News, PRI, World Radio Network,
and the CBC.

[Bonehenge]

On 11 Jun 2006 08:06:30 -0700, "Dr. Droo" <drdroo@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>*gets out a pen* Make Cigar Dave plan bachelor party.
>
>Got it. :)

Sounds good to me! <G>

[Coyote]

<me@privacy.net> wrote in message
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> "Blue Cat" <bluecat22@go.com> wrote:
>
>>
>><me@privacy.net> wrote in message
>>news:9f4o825ms1cq2ju1rm4971tf20bebp81cd@4ax.com...
>>> Just curious how many satellite radio users listen to
>>> other than music such as talk radio?
>>
>>When I'm in an area where I can't Air America Radio over the air, I'll
>>listen to it on XM. I also listen to the BBC now and then.
>>
>
> OK
>
> Just trying to determine if sat radio is for me... XM
> radio
>
> I want LOST of talk shows and educational stuff
>
> Not that interested in tons of music

Thats what satellite radio is all about as there is programming for almost
any taste.
I for one don't care for talk radio and would not miss it if they removed
all of them.
I do listen to news, like BBC, CNBC, FOX among others. I also like the
sports programming and of corurse music.

I am sure you will find enough talk radio on Xm or sirius to fill your
needs.


In looking at the sirius schedule I note these channels:

159 Christian Talk
145 Fox News Talk
135 NPR Talk


I am sure there are others like ESPN, Sports byLine, for example. Perhaps
others
that like Talk could list other TALK channels.

[me@privacy.net]

"Coyote" <noname@nomail.com> wrote:

>I am sure you will find enough talk radio on Xm or sirius to fill your
>needs.

Which one does everyone think has more talk radio and
documentaries?

[Dr. Droo]

Coyote wrote:
> I am sure there are others like ESPN, Sports byLine, for example. Perhaps
> others
> that like Talk could list other TALK channels.

I like Sirius Stars //102 here and there. Jay Thomas's show is rather
good. I'll be more interested when Mark Cuban comes aboard. That guy
is definitely a powder keg.

--D

[Coyote]

<me@privacy.net> wrote in message
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> "Coyote" <noname@nomail.com> wrote:
>
>>I am sure you will find enough talk radio on Xm or sirius to fill your
>>needs.
>
> Which one does everyone think has more talk radio and
> documentaries?

Privacy I think you said you like air america...?

Perhaps these other talk channels may be of interest.

Sirius:

146 Liberal Talk
147 Truckers Talk
144 conservative Talk
146 conservative Talk
160 catholic Talk
108 Gentlemens Talk (playboy)
120 sports talk
124 NFL Talk
127 NBA Talk
114 Healthy Living talk
108 Guys Talk
106 Gay Talk
102 Exclusive Talk

[Coyote]

"Dr. Droo" <drdroo@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> Coyote wrote:
>> I am sure there are others like ESPN, Sports byLine, for example.
>> Perhaps
>> others
>> that like Talk could list other TALK channels.
>
> I like Sirius Stars //102 here and there. Jay Thomas's show is rather
> good. I'll be more interested when Mark Cuban comes aboard. That guy
> is definitely a powder keg.
>
> --D
>

Dont forget Tony Stewart comes on board first of year...

[David]

On Sun, 11 Jun 2006 18:45:15 -0500, me@privacy.net wrote:

>"Coyote" <noname@nomail.com> wrote:
>
>>I am sure you will find enough talk radio on Xm or sirius to fill your
>>needs.
>
>Which one does everyone think has more talk radio and
>documentaries?
Sirius, hands down, no contest. 5 times the Public Radio as XM.

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

>
> Which one does everyone think has more talk radio and
> documentaries?

LOL. You're asking that question on a thread where Siriots outnumber XMers
about 50:1. So, you know what answer you'll get.

XM has more content of all categories than Sirius. Talk is one of them.

It is really necessary to look at the talk channels each carry, strike out
the duplications, and see what's left.

For example, if you insist on Stern, Sirius is your only choice; or if you
insist on O&A, XM is. If you insist on baseball, XM; NFL games, Sirius. If
you insist on Air America, XM. IF you insist on NPR (although, it isn't the
REAL NPR -- they leave out the really good programs like ME and ATC),
Sirius.

Bob Dylan, XM. Eminem, Sirius. Except Eminem isn't actually involved, he
just sold them his name ;)

[Dr. Droo]

All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone wrote:
> Bob Dylan, XM. Eminem, Sirius. Except Eminem isn't actually involved, he
> just sold them his name ;)

Eminem/Shady hires all of the people that DJ on his station. Again,
this has been established already in previous threads and proven.

He's also DJed on Shade 45 several times, just not with any frequency.

--D

[me@privacy.net]

"All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone"
<DeadShrimp@NOMail.com> wrote:

>LOL. You're asking that question on a thread where Siriots outnumber XMers
>about 50:1. So, you know what answer you'll get.

I didn't know this was a Sirius hang out

I thought it was any sat radio discussion

[David]

On Mon, 12 Jun 2006 08:28:52 -0500, me@privacy.net wrote:

>"All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone"
><DeadShrimp@NOMail.com> wrote:
>
>>LOL. You're asking that question on a thread where Siriots outnumber XMers
>>about 50:1. So, you know what answer you'll get.
>
>I didn't know this was a Sirius hang out
>
>I thought it was any sat radio discussion

'tis. Shrimp ---- has ''issues''. He is a cheerleader for XM
exclusively. If you had asked for a station that plays the highest
percentage of music from cutout bins, we'd have said XM, in a
heartbeat.

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

>
> I didn't know this was a Sirius hang out
>
> I thought it was any sat radio discussion

Oh, it is for both services. But as it has turned out, many of the people
here are stockholders in one or the other, and Sirius has about 45x as many
stockholders as XM (900,000 : 20,000).

It is no problem, as you as you know you're getting a highly biased view.

[Dr. Droo]

All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone wrote:
> It is no problem, as you as you know you're getting a highly biased view.

Mr Pot to Mr Kettle: "Hey, You're Black Like Me!"

--D

[me@privacy.net]

Does there exist a cheaper alternative to Pioneer Inno
that has recording function?

Same question for Sirius users

[Dr. Droo]

m...@privacy.net wrote:
> Does there exist a cheaper alternative to Pioneer Inno
> that has recording function?

Well the MyFi has a recording function, but it's more like a VCR than a
Tivo. The Inno also has a lot more space.

So no not really.

> Same question for Sirius users

On Sirius they're supposed to release the SW100 in the summer, which
will compete directly. Their current offering records, but doesn't
receive a live signal when not on a dock.

If you're not in a rush I'd wait for two reasons. 1> The Inno/Helix
(same unit) will probably drop in price some. 2> Sirius's unit should
be out soon.

If you just wanted to get a feel for satellite radio in some form, you
could get a cheap receiver and then just move your subscription over to
something better later in time. Also, you could check out the online
streams, though if you're into Talk/News you won't be able to get those
streams online.

--D

[me@privacy.net]

"Dr. Droo" <drdroo@gmail.com> wrote:

>If you just wanted to get a feel for satellite radio in some form, you
>could get a cheap receiver and then just move your subscription over to
>something better later in time.

Good idea

Go with cheap receiver for now and buy fancy one at
later date

On the MyFi tho..... you says its like a VCR.

Does this mean it will do SOME time shifting of
programs?

I'm not looking to keep hundreds of recorded shows ala
the Inno..... only to have capability to time shift
those shoes I just couldn't listen to live

BTW.... BIG thanks everyone for the help!!

[Dr. Droo]

m...@privacy.net wrote:
> Good idea
>
> Go with cheap receiver for now and buy fancy one at
> later date
>
> On the MyFi tho..... you says its like a VCR.
>
> Does this mean it will do SOME time shifting of
> programs?

Yeah the buffer is only 5 hours, but it does allow scheduling.

http://www.xmradio.com/pdf/myfi_user_guide.pdf

Check out page 18 and 19 specifically. This is the Myfi manual.

> I'm not looking to keep hundreds of recorded shows ala
> the Inno..... only to have capability to time shift
> those shoes I just couldn't listen to live

I can understand that. I have some shows I record on Sirius for the
same reason.

--D

[me@privacy.net]

"Dr. Droo" <drdroo@gmail.com> wrote:

>> On the MyFi tho..... you says its like a VCR.
>>
>> Does this mean it will do SOME time shifting of
>> programs?
>
>Yeah the buffer is only 5 hours, but it does allow scheduling.

So how is the MyFi overall?

A decent cheap unit?

[Dr. Droo]

me@privacy.net wrote:
> So how is the MyFi overall?
>
> A decent cheap unit?

It's on par with any other XM unit, but is several years old. It'll
set you back probably 100-150 bucks if you look around. I'd check
Ebay and Pricegrabber.com for potential deals.

You can walk around with it and get live reception, but again, with the
same caveats you would have with any other unit of similar design. It
is "Satellite" Radio, which means unless you're in a major city with a
repeater, there are things that can take your signal out if not
outdoors in the park, etc.

Naturally, your recorded content would serve for this time period.

You should thumb through the manual of any unit you're going to buy
too. Most of them are available online and will help you research what
the unit will offer you.

--D

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

> Does there exist a cheaper alternative to Pioneer Inno
> that has recording function?
>
> Same question for Sirius users

At this point, if you need a "live" on the go wearable, either the MyFi with
the antenna headphones or an Inno would be your only alternative.

If you don't care about portability, you could go with the XM MyFis, Inno,
the Samsung Nexus, or the Sirius S50. Of those, the S50 is the only one
that gets Sirius, but it is also the only one with a bug list so big that it
requires its own forum at SBS, and there is no live reception unless docked.
If you're considering an S50, you would want to check this out first:

http://siriusbackstage.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=37

While the Inno has a couple of minor problems, I think they're pretty much
getting handled.

Basically, at this point, unless you're willing to tolerate major bug issues
with the S50, the MyFi, Inno, and Samsung devices are your only choices.

None of these devices is equivalent to "TIVO" in that there are no program
guides associated with them.

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

>
> Yeah the buffer is only 5 hours, but it does allow scheduling.
>

Actually, the buffer length depends on what you're listening to. For
example, if you were recording a classical channel, you might only get five
hours, but if you were recording a rap channel you might get 10 hours. If
you were recording the comedy channel you might get more. It just depends
on the compression level.

[me@privacy.net]

"All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone"
<DeadShrimp@NOMail.com> wrote:

>At this point, if you need a "live" on the go wearable

Yep that is what I need/want

Portable..... but also dockable so can use in home or
car

And time shifting function

[All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone]

> Yep that is what I need/want
>
> Portable..... but also dockable so can use in home or
> car
>
> And time shifting function

The MyFi will work nicely. However, if you're not in an area served by
repeaters, you will want the antenna-headset option:

http://cgi.ebay.com/XM-Satellite-Radio-Delphi-MyFi-Headphones-NIB-NR_W0QQitemZ9739562998QQihZ008QQcategoryZ109275QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I use these when I'm doing yardwork, and will get a consistent good signal
with zero dropouts.

If you're in an area served by repeaters, you may not need these.

I have 1 MyFi and 1 Tao. They're the same but the Tao has a slightly bigger
angle on the remote sensor. No other differences. You can record any show
by clicking a button -- or you can schedule two shows to record daily or
weekly.

My daughter can't get reception in the gym where she goes, so she records
fresh content daily to take in with her. Seems to work great.

You should be able to get a bargain on a receiver at ebay.

http://search.ebay.com/myfi

[me@privacy.net]

"All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone"
<DeadShrimp@NOMail.com> wrote:

>The MyFi will work nicely. However, if you're not in an area served by
>repeaters, you will want the antenna-headset option:
>
>http://cgi.ebay.com/XM-Satellite-Radio-Delphi-MyFi-Headphones-NIB-NR_W0QQitemZ9739562998QQihZ008QQcategoryZ109275QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Excellent idea

[John Smith]

<me@privacy.net> wrote in message
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> "All My Shrimp Was Dead and Gone"
> <DeadShrimp@NOMail.com> wrote:
>
>>The MyFi will work nicely. However, if you're not in an area served by
>>repeaters, you will want the antenna-headset option:
>>
>>http://cgi.ebay.com/XM-Satellite-Radio-Delphi-MyFi-Headphones-NIB-NR_W0QQitemZ9739562998QQihZ008QQcategoryZ109275QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
>
> Excellent idea

You can get an Airware or similar on e-bay at a good price now. I have the
Airware and it is great. I live in the boonies so to get reception without
the house or car antenna I had to get an external antenna. I haven't tried
the headphone/antenna combo, but I got the ClipXT and it is exceptional - I
even get reception inside my house! You can record about 5 hours more or
less of content and then play it back. If you are recording channels with
commercials, you can just hit the "skip" button when they come up on the
recorded content and you don't have to listen to them. I record lots of the
Old Time Radio and talk shows to listen to later and it is nice to just skip
the commercials and promo adds.

What I like about it most is the ability to go outside when working on the
yard or house and listen to live content, I just hope XM gets rid of some of
the music channels and puts more talk/radio theater channels on the air.



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[me@privacy.net]

"John Smith" <someone@microsoft.com> wrote:

>, I just hope XM gets rid of some of
>the music channels and puts more talk/radio theater channels on the air.

That would be my hope as well