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Frequently Asked Questions
Thank you for your interest in WAMU’s Youth Voices — stay tuned to WAMU 88.5 FM to hear the stories when they air.
Q: What do I need to listen to the stories online?
The audio on the Youth Voices web site is in a number of formats, and can be played in with most audio players (some of which are probably on your computer already!). If the audio doesn't play automatically after you click on an audio link, you might not have such a player installed. Some of the more popular free players are:
- Nullsoft Winamp,
- Apple iTunes,
- Microsoft Windows Media Player,
- RealNetworks RealOne, and
- Musicmatch Musicmatch Jukebox.
Q: When will the students’ stories air?
During the workshop, each student takes on the role of a reporter. Just like any other news station, each story that will be considered to air must be "pitched" to the show's producer. In our case, the stories air on WAMU 88.5's Metro Connection and periodically during NPR's Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Each story must be approved by the producer of those programs here at the station before the student begins working.
We right now have about 3 workshops each year, so keep listening to WAMU to hear when they'll be on! Also, keep listening for announcements on the air of when we'll be looking for new students to become part of our program!
Q: I would like to donate or be financially active with Youth Voices. How can I help?
Contact Carey Needham by phone: (202)885-1245 or e-mail: cneedham@wamu.org
Q: How can I join Youth Voices?
If you are a high school student in the Washington DC metro area with a story that you can't wait to tell, and have the commitment to do so, visit the Tell us what you think page, and request a program application. We take them all year, and will contact you when we are recruiting.
Q: I'm an educator looking to gain more experience with producing radio with my students, how can I get more information?
There are a number of resources and organizations that support Youth Media programs with LISTservs, webpages, and materials for advisors. Check out: The National In Radio Training Project Youth Manual, the RTNDF High School Journalism Project, and the Journalism Education Association.
Q: What if I have other questions?
Feel free to to contact us with any questions.