COVID-19: helpful support information

COVID-19: helpful support information

One of the toughest questions you should ask when dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic is: “how do I know this information is right”.  Over the last two weeks, we’ve seen convergence of information, and development of authoritative sources.   And...
Pantyhose popfilters and COVID-19:  not so good

Pantyhose popfilters and COVID-19: not so good

Keeping our studio safe Can you protect your microphones, and the people who use them, with a filter in front of the pop shield?   The answer is maybe, but maybe not.   Maybe very not. As technologists, we create danger if we recommend protection measures which seem...
COVID-19 and your station

COVID-19 and your station

Things you can do to reduce risk There are some quite simple and inexpensive strategies and tactics that you can adopt to reduce the chances of having a COVID-19 outbreak at your station. The most important single thing you can do is be vigilant.  None of these...
99.9% fatal to germs; 100% fatal to microphones!

99.9% fatal to germs; 100% fatal to microphones!

Technorama members are asking (and being asked) many technology questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, like: Can COVID-19 be passed on through a pop-shield, or by touching a console? What do you need to know to stay safe in a radio studio, and should you spray...
Technorama, TR20 and the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic

Technorama, TR20 and the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic

In the 24 hours since we released the location and Guest of Honour announcement, COVID-19 warning levels increased, airlines released special fares, airlines grounded planes, governments released crowd advisories, and our Guest of Honour questioned the wisdom of...

Did you miss a mailout?

Periodically we’ve been known to send EDMs (electronic direct mail) to tell our members and others what’s happening. If you missed one, maybe it’s here in the repository. Check it out.
Technorama Tuesdays is back for 2020

Technorama Tuesdays is back for 2020

Emergencies are something you don’t have until something happens that you didn’t expect and probably didn’t plan for. When times of trouble hit, it’s the technologists who frequently take the lead.  That’s  because we’re driven to...

Hannah Murray joins Technorama Board

At the December Committee meeting, the Technorama Board appointed Hannah Murray to a casual vacancy on the Board. Many of you will know Hannah from her current role at the CMTO, and her previous role at the CBAA.  As well as being steeped in technology, she comes with...