A flyer posted to the WRCM instagram advertising new host positions.
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Andrew Mannion, Sports Editor
Manhattan University’s radio network, WRCM, is back on the hunt for new show hosts after taking a brief hiatus for winter break. The network hosts MU student radio shows that vary from exploring music genres to personal podcasts.
WRCM starts their search for new show hosts each semester who can bring unique ideas to the station while living up to the public speaking standards required. Sam Wofford, the secretary for WRCM, spoke to The Quadrangle about what he’s looking for in new candidates for the position.
“Somebody with a lot of charisma,” Wofford said. “Somebody who is really conversational, can speak really well. Somebody who’s not really afraid to speak publicly. I know it’s over the radio, but it’s still a form of public speaking. So somebody with a lot of confidence, because there’s a big speaking part involved in it.”
WRCM is unique from other clubs on campus in the way that their scheduling is organized. Every host who has a show approved is able to choose what time their show runs from, morning, noon or night, and what they would like to talk about. Ronan York, a previous WRCM show host, explained how WRCM allowed him to branch out in his college experience.
“WRCM is very individualistic while also honing that sense of community as well,” York said. “We do all talk to each other on the sidelines and especially regarding other things, music and stuff like that. Everybody has their own personal way of going about how they want to do it. Some people prefer doing podcasts, some people just like playing music. So it’s very personal for everybody.”
WRCM views the search for new hosts as an opportunity to have the station improve. With new hosts comes more live coverage from the station, which means more time with individual talent on the microphone. The club’s webmaster, Sadie Fox, spoke on what it would mean for the club to gain more hosts than ever before this semester.
“(Having more hosts) would let a lot more people listen, because a lot of times we just have an “after hours” playlist,” Fox said. “So having a curated list, and a post that’s always there, would make it a little bit more of a variety, and a little bit more interesting for people that listen to after hours. It would make it more constant.”
WRCM also looks to expand beyond the 24/7 radio show. Last semester, the club hosted the WRCM Bash, which drew a large crowd. They also helped DJ many events around campus. Wofford spoke on how the club intends to plan and assist with more events in the future.
“Working with other clubs and programs within the School of Liberal Arts,” Wofford said. “Last year, we actually did a really good job of that. We worked a tailgate before the Fordham game. Overall, I think it was really good that we got some recognition there. We also worked with The Quad. There was an issue release, and we had a table there. It never hurts to have some music on in the background. So if people will have us, we’ll show up.”