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| Type | Radio network |
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| Owner | American Family Association |
| Links | |
| Webcast | AFR Talk AFR Music AFR Hybrid |
| Website | www.afr.net |
American Family Radio (AFR), also known as American Family News (AFN), is a network of more than 180 radio stations broadcasting Christian right-oriented programming to over 30 states.[1][2] AFR streams its programming on its website and on the AFR mobile app.
Overview
American Family Radio is split among two networks – AFR Talk, which airs mostly conservative-leaning Christian talk and teaching;[3] and AFR Hybrid, airing Christian talk and contemporary Christian music.[3][2][1]
AFR airs original programs such as Today's Issues, hosted by AFA president Tim Wildmon. AFR also airs nationally syndicated programs such as Focus on the Family, as well as contemporary Christian music by various artists. Other personalities heard on AFR include Dr. James Dobson, Dr. Robert Jeffress, David Barton, Jan Markell and Sandy Rios.[3]
History
AFR was launched by Rev. Donald Wildmon in 1991 as a ministry of the American Family Association, with the flagship station being WAFR in Tupelo, Mississippi.[4][5] It originally aired a contemporary Christian music format.[6] Christian talk and teaching programs were also featured.[7] Eventually, American Family Radio included three networks – Classic Gospel; a Christian AC network; and Inspirational, which included Christian talk and teaching programs.[5][8][9] In 2009, American Family Radio launched AFR Talk, and most of its stations joined the new network.[10] The Christian AC network was discontinued at this time.[10] At its peak, American Family Radio was heard on over 200 stations.[11]
Station list
Owned and operated
Affiliates
Former AFR stations
References
- ^ a b "American Family Radio Station Guide", American Family Radio. June 25, 2019. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ a b "Station Finder", American Family Radio. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ a b c "AFR Program Lineup", American Family Radio. Retrieved June 24, 2019.
- ^ "Donald Wildmon". American Family Association. Archived from the original on June 30, 2017. Retrieved June 24, 2019.
- ^ a b Sanders, Tony. "Christian Radio: The Word in Song, in Teaching, and News/Talk", Billboard Radio Monitor. April 8, 2005. p. 9. Retrieved June 24, 2019.
- ^ "Format Changes", The M Street Journal. Vol. 8, No. 50. December 16, 1991. p. 1. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ "Program Schedule". American Family Radio. Archived from the original on December 12, 1998. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ "Station List". American Family Radio. Archived from the original on June 29, 2001. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ "American Family Radio Network" (PDF). American Family Radio. January 6, 2003. Archived from the original (PDF) on March 8, 2003. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
- ^ a b Peterson, Kevin. "AFR Starts Talking", Radio & Records. April 17, 2009. p. 36. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ "Tim Wildmon, President of the American Family Association Invites Dr. Friedman to his Radio Show for a Second Information Packed Interview", PR Web. May 2, 2010. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
- ^ "Notification of License Expiration", fcc.gov. April 19, 2018. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ Carnegie, Jim. "Transactions", Radio Business Report. Volume 20, Issue 23. February 3, 2003. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Deal Digest: Wisconsin AM-FM Combo Sold After 55-Years Of Family Ownership", Inside Radio. December 21, 2023. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "Deal Digest", InsideRadio. July 21, 2016. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ a b c d "Changing Hands", Broadcasting & Cable. December 14, 2003. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ a b "Station Sales Week Of 2/24". RadioInsight. February 24, 2017. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ a b "FCC OKs Religious Stations Swap", All Access Music Group. May 5, 2014. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ "Station Sales Week Of 8/28: Silent Boston AM Sold", RadioInsight. Retrieved December 22, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Transactions". Radio Business Report. Vol. 21, no. 124. June 25, 2004. Archived from the original on August 26, 2004. Retrieved July 21, 2018.
- ^ "Transactions". Radio & Television Business Report. October 14, 2008. Archived from the original on July 16, 2011. Retrieved June 27, 2019.
- ^ a b Carnegie, Jim. "Transactions", Radio Business Report. Volume 22, Issue 187. September 23, 2005. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ Carnegie, Jim. "Transactions", Radio Business Report. Volume 21, Issue 100. May 21, 2004. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "Transactions". Radio Business Report. December 1, 2003. Archived from the original on January 11, 2004. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ Application Search Details – BALED-20031029ACN, fcc.gov. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "Deal Digest", InsideRadio. April 13, 2017. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ "Discontinuance of Operations, Surrender of License", American Family Association. fcc.gov. December 6, 2012. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ Application Search Details – BLSTA-20111117AEA, fcc.gov. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "Surrender of License", American Family Association. fcc.gov. May 2, 2011. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ Application Search Details – BLSTA-20101001AAZ, fcc.gov. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "Station Sales Week Of 9/15". RadioInsight. September 15, 2017. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ Jacobson, Adam. "Valentine’s Capture: Nebraska Town Gets A New FM", Radio & Television Business Report. February 20, 2019. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
- ^ "Deal Digest", InsideRadio. February 21, 2019. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
- ^ "Noncom religious sale Falls into place", Radio & Television Business Report. October 21, 2008. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "Christian noncoms transfer Tennessee FM", Radio & Television Business Report. June 27, 2012. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ Call Sign History, fcc.gov. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
- ^ "May Trading Injects Life into 2015 Value", Radio & Television Business Report. June 19, 2015. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ "Wis. Class A NCE FM is Sold", Radio & Television Business Report. December 15, 2015. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
- ^ Application Search Details – BALED-20030131AJL, fcc.gov. Retrieved June 28, 2019.
- ^ Jacobson, Adam. "This Buyer Gets A 'Real Presence' In Mountain West", Radio & Television Business Report. March 14, 2018. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
External links
- American Family Radio website
- AFR daily schedule