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Post #2171462

2026-05-07 18:07 UTC

Dear BBC Radio 4 continuity announcers, Please give us a break with instructions about how to listen to Radio 4 on a smart speaker. How about telling us how to restore our grandfathers AM valve radio and tune into Radio 4 long wave?

Replies (2)

  • @TimWardCam@c.im 2026-05-07 18:40

    @robpumphrey@mastodonapp.uk Suggest replacing any valves whose heaters don't light up, and then any dodgy looking capacitors. *If* you can find a modern replacement. Oh, and of course any obvious damage, like melted wires or wires whose insulation has perished and is flaking off.

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  • @kim@fedi.social 2026-05-07 19:53

    @robpumphrey@mastodonapp.uk Irrespective of the technology, if you need the instructions, you won't be able to hear them... ​:facepalm:​

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