Shirley & Spinoza Radio

The station presents a unique and experimental radio experience, characterized by a fragmented and mixed-up approach to audio broadcasting. The core of the station's programming revolves around a continuous 24/7 stream of original field recordings, studio productions, and live sounds. This content is described as a “rolling, evolving, rather cinematic collage,” blending recorded material with live processing and improvisation. The broadcaster frequently incorporates sounds captured over many years, including recordings from both the country and Aotearoa (New Zealand). The station’s output is often dense and sonically rich, intended to stimulate the listener's imagination. A key element is the inclusion of listener contributions, which are regularly featured in special segments and live streams. The station’s programming features several recurring shows and events. “Remote Operator” is a show created live by Fausto, involving a combination of field recordings, studio elements, and live processing, often streamed to other platforms like Ub Radio/DFM. “s&S Vox Box” showcases listener messages received during live broadcasts, particularly from the New Year’s Eve stream. The “New Year’s 2024 marathon stream” was an eleven-hour broadcast that combined live sounds with segments from previous shows, serving as a way for listeners to confirm the station’s continued operation as the new year began. The “Quieter Time of Night” series, presented as a “1hr mix-tapey” format, is also a regular feature. Finally, “At The Listener Sounds Plaza” highlights sounds and contributions from listeners around the world. The station has a history of collaborative broadcasting, including a partnership with Ub Radio/DFM. A notable event was the New Year’s 2024 marathon stream, which served as a unique marker of the transition into the new year, given the broadcaster’s geographical position relative to international time zones. The station actively solicits and incorporates listener participation, demonstrated through the inclusion of voice messages and online chat contributions. Financial support from listeners is also acknowledged and appreciated, contributing to the station’s ongoing broadcasting mission. The broadcaster maintains an archive of past broadcasts, accessible to listeners seeking to explore the station's history and content. The station provides a 24/7 stream accessible directly on its website and through platforms like iTunes. The broadcaster encourages listener support and provides information on how to contribute. The station also maintains a blog and Mixcloud page, offering additional content and tracklists for certain shows. The inclusion of listener-submitted sounds and messages highlights the station’s commitment to community engagement and interactive broadcasting. The station’s approach emphasizes experimentation and a unique sonic landscape, differentiating it from more conventional radio formats.