The X Factor
November 16, 2007
For over 50 years, outlaw American radio broadcasters exploited a legal loophole and aired powerful pirate radio from the Mexican side of the border. So called ‘border blasters’ - or ‘X stations’ - were true innovators whose influence continues to be felt today. OTM’s Jamie York tells the story.
To hear and download this podcast go to On the Media at:
http://www.onthemedia.org/episodes/2007/11/16/segments/89005
November 16, 2007
For over 50 years, outlaw American radio broadcasters exploited a legal loophole and aired powerful pirate radio from the Mexican side of the border. So called ‘border blasters’ - or ‘X stations’ - were true innovators whose influence continues to be felt today. OTM’s Jamie York tells the story.
To hear and download this podcast go to On the Media at:
http://www.onthemedia.org/episodes/2007/11/16/segments/89005
Photo: Wolfman Jack at his finest in film American Grafitti
(Source: On the Media from NPR/NY Public Radio)