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Competition in the Public Radio World

Adrianne posted on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 | Blog

Something that has been consistently impressing and surprising me on the Public Radio Talent Quest message boards (which are incredibly active, by the way, and an easy way to spend a good chunk of time) is how supportive all of the contestants are of each other. Almost every entry has at least one compliment posted beneath it, and people are actually voting for each other. Or, to put it more precisely, they can’t stop voting for each other.

And if you’re new to the game and have any questions or concerns? Check out The Newbie Lounge for overwhelming support from your peers and (yes) competitors.

All of this is not to mention the general community that’s sprouting up over common interests and conversation. Just a few examples of other interesting discussion:

• Are people truly good at heart? And what does that mean?
• Is criticism appropriate or desired by entrants?
• What distinguishes “bombastic” language? Are you being difficult or concise? And what was up with Foucault’s Pendulum, anyway?

Many of the comments left in these forums are articulated better and at more length than the essays I wrote in college. (Don’t worry. I won’t upload any here for you to compare and contrast.)

Point being: you should sign up, start voting, and join the conversation!

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