Radio companies formed to build and sell ready-made machines. In 1920, Westinghouse, one of the leading radio manufacturers, had an idea for selling more radios: It would offer programming.

An entertainment broadcasting venture based in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, became the first commercial radio station, KDKA, in 1920. The station WWJ, in Detroit, Michigan, also one of the firsts ...

Join the History Center of Freeborn County for their first old-time radio show at 6:30 p.m. April 10. Experience the magic of the “Golden Age of radio.” Immerse yourself in the nostalgic entertainment ...