Special message from Robert Siegel

Meet Bonnie Berman!

Welcome Friends!

You’re familiar with the routine of pledge drives, but do you know what goes on behind the scenes, out of earshot? It might remind you a little of the burgeoning local headquarters of a political campaign, where signs are painted and slogans tested and precinct workers trained—all designed to create a compelling message that convinces citizens to do The Right Thing. Actually, the parallels are pretty striking. As our fall pledge drive rolls out, this is the place to learn how we’re doing, what’s next, and which of your neighbors are working hard to earn your support. Check back here to preview the thank-you gifts and follow the sweepstakes. BEHIND THE MIC is where you will meet the local voices behind the microphone and get an insider’s look into our world. We want to show you the behind the scenes at WLRN during our Fall Radio Pledge Drive and demonstrate how your support will make a difference in keeping us on the air for another 60 years!Stay tuned!

Behind the Scenes in 73 Seconds!

Do you ever wonder where our great volunteers are sitting when they take all your calls during our pledge drives? No, we don't hide them away in a secluded room with just a computer and a phone. In fact, your calls come directly to where the action is - in one of our WLRN studios, right next to the DJ's you are listening to on the radio at that moment! We wanted to show you our footage of our tech staff turning our studio into your Pledge Central, right through a full day of our dedicated volunteers taking your calls. Of course, we don't expect you to sit through a 14-hour video, so we sped it up so you can watch the whole thing in only 73 seconds! Take a look Behind the Mic - just don't blink!