Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello Affiliates Page

FCC Compliant Public Affairs Programming

Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello is a weekly 30 minute public affairs newsmagazine program that offers radio stations an economical way to comply with all FCC regulations regarding public affairs requirements.

Issues And Ideas is your affordable insurance policy against FCC public affairs rules violations and expensive fines.

Each edition of Issues And Ideas features politicians, organization leaders, authors, journalists and celebrities who are recognized well known experts and pundits that are seen, heard and read on cable and network newscasts, talk shows and other national or regional media. Instead of looking back at what has already happened, the discussions on Issues And Ideas look ahead at developing news, policies, events and offers expert knowledge and insight. Each weekly program is recorded two days before airing so the content and discussions will be timely and relevant.

Unlike other public affairs shows, Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello addresses three topics with different guests each week. Rather than a small number of go to experts, Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello presents a larger variety of guests which brings a wider span of ideas and insight to your listeners. This also makes Issues And Ideas a program that has a broad demographic appeal which will fit in with any format.

Rather than discussions about strictly national matters, each edition of Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello presents conversations that will bring your listeners a greater awareness of events, actions and concerns that more directly impact and interest them.

Chris DeBello, host and Executive Producer of Issues And Ideas, has over twenty years experience in radio, including overseeing that four radio stations complied with all FCC regulations regarding public affairs. This knowledge becomes your safety net against any possible costly FCC violation.

You obviously care about the quality and impression that your various dayparts present to your listeners. Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello gives you the opportunity to show that same care and attention with your public affairs programming by airing a program that your listeners will want to listen to.

Listen to segments from past shows, see who has appeared on the show, read what guests have said. Then click here to contact us and learn how easy it is to add Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello to your station.

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Each edition of Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello features important topics that inform and educate your listeners.

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Affiliates Receive

- An FCC compliant Public Affairs program

- Documentation for public file and website use

- Market exclusivity

- Appearances by Chris DeBello to discuss issues featured on the show or other local issues

FAQ's

What's the cost to air Issues And Ideas?
Issues And Ideas is available at no cost to you.

How is Issues And Ideas formatted and delivered?
Each weekly edition is 30 minutes in total time. Each week's program is available early Friday afternoon via direct download from our website. You'll be assigned a unique username and password to gain access to that section. Issues And Ideas can also be shared after each airing as podcasts on your station's website.

Does airing Issues And Ideas allow my radio station to be compliant with FCC regulations regarding public affairs programming?
Yes. In fact, your radio station will exceed the FCC's public affairs requirements when you air Issues And Ideas.

Doesn't public affairs programming need to feature local content?
No. The FCC rules stress that a radio station present issues that are important to the listeners and community it serves. The geographical source of the information for those issues doesn't matter. However, the discussions featured on Issues And Ideas will always enlighten your listeners on the ways to find local information and organizations that relate to what's being discussed.

What are some of the topics that are addressed on Issues And Ideas?
Current events, community-based organizations, health, business, personal finance and many more. Click here for a list of some of the topics that have been discussed.

Will I be supplied with all necessary information for my public file?
Yes. Each week you'll receive guest and issue details that can be included in your public file as well as for coding in your on-air studio computer system. Chris DeBello will also be available to consult with on public file matters to make sure you're always compliant and will avoid FCC fines.

Does the content of Issues And Ideas focus on any specific agenda or position?
No. The only goal each week is to inform and inspire your listeners with guests and experts who are asked questions that your listeners would ask themselves.