Comparing AM and FM Radio-Blog #4

During a break today I listened to 20 minutes each of station 660 (20/20 Sports) AM radio and Q102.1 FM radio.  To my surprise, while calculating how long all of the commercial breaks were for each station, I found that AM had 33.5% and FM had 35.6%.  I assumed FM would have had a larger percentage.  I do feel AM radio had better more informative commercials compared to the FM station.

To describe station 660 of AM radio, it was very dry and boring to me.  I didn't hear the name of the station until about 10 minutes into listening, however I guessed it was an all sports station because they were talking about baseball.  I also only heard the station name once during the entire 20 minutes.  I learned about a baseball player named Jose Batista who had 54 home runs last season and is also being called a "premier slugger."  They explained he may be becoming a "free agent" and in recent negotiations he comes across as a "jerk" because he says exactly how much money he wants regardless of budgets.  This is because he knows how valuable he is.  The man speaking about this topic seemed conflicted about how he felt.  He wasn't sure if Jose's demand was "insane or reasonable."  They also talked about how popular of a player Jose is and that statistically he is the best player.  After this story, the station started their commercials.  I heard about the Ram 1500 truck, skiing in the Pocono's, Blackforest Ham (Boar's Head), shredding documents company, Limitless (tv show on CBS), Newbiotics (free trial for gas and bloating - you might not be fat you may just be bloated), Silverstar motors, Autozone, and high speed internet.  After all of the commercial, the same gentleman started on a new topic about Greg Bird and having sympathy for his recent injury right before the 20 minutes ended.

Next I am going to discuss the 20 minutes spent listening to FM radio.  It was more entertaining than AM.  I found myself singing to most of the songs that played.  When I first turned to Q102.1 Same Old Love was playing by Selena Gomez.  After that song there was an ad (about 12 seconds) on how to win free tickets to meet Troy.  Sad to say I am unaware of who Troy is.  Another song played next called Sugar Sugar, which I am almost positive it is a remake of a song when I was younger.  I didn't like that song then and I'm not fond of it now either.  After that song, the said the name of their station and what songs were coming up next after the break.  I found these commercials less interesting.  I learned about the Blowup Blow Dry Bar for 30% off a blowout and a free massage, getting your taxes done with Jackson Hewitt, and annoying teenage girl talking and ended with her dad buying her a Chevy Malibu (very strange), Xfinity X1 challenge, Entenmann's snack bites, Einstein Medical Center Montgomery, Ellen (tv show-one of the best in my opinion), switching to FIOS if you have slow internet and the piercing pagoda fine jewelry.  They also briefly mentioned the weather in Philly.

After those commercials they talked about the Elvis Duran in the morning show, which I listen to you on occasion as it can be quiet entertaining.  They started playing music again playing the songs Stressed Out, Down and Hideaway before the 20 minutes concluded.  I also counted how many times they said Q102 and it was between 10-12 times during the entire listening period.

I learned more from the AM radio station in regards to a person who I may never have heard about before.  I hope he does do well in the MLB and gets a contract seeming as though he is a talented baseball player.  I didn't learn anything from FM radio other than where I can get a blowout and a massage.

Reflection on pondering prof. blog

I agree with the professor's blog about social media.  I myself have been active on Facebook, however I am not interested in joining any other sites.  The only reason I continue my Facebook account is mostly to keep in touch with close friends and family.  I personally do not like certain aspects of the increasing changes in social media and technology because I feel it takes away from the important need of human contact.  However, I do see both sides to the coin.  Technology and social media do have many benefits including keeping in contact with people and reconnecting with people you've lost touch with over the years as well as an unlimited amount of information immediately ready and accessible at the click of a button.

Me, Myself and I - An Introduction

My name is Amy.  I am currently a junior and an Accounting major.  I worked as a finance manager at a car dealership for a few years which is the reason I am interested in accounting and business.  I luckily had firsthand experience with basic accounting, customer service and team work.  I was very fortunate to meet numerous people and get to know them.  The most rewarding part of my job was the many people I could help in financing their vehicles.  After I had my son, Alex, I chose to be a stay at home mom and return to school.  Having a child truly opened my eyes and heart to many new experiences.  Alex is my motivation every day to try and be the best person I can possibly be.  Although some days are very difficult with a soon to be two year old, I can't imagine my life without him.  I am currently in the process of planning is second birthday party, which is a nice distraction from school work.  He is definitely the highlight of my life thus far.   My goal is to finish my degree and take the CPA exam before he starts school in 3 years.  I also plan to have purchased a house shortly after graduation upon finding a job.  I am hoping to find a job within Berks County, Pa because I would like to stay close to my family.    My hobbies include spending time with my very active toddler, reading (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series is my favorite), going to any kind of movie, crafts and spending time with my friends and family.