The Story of
RADIO
The invisible technology
that connects our world.
From the deepest reaches of space to the devices in our pockets, radio surrounds us. It connects people, guides explorers, helps save lives, advances science and medicine, and keeps communities strong. Yet most of us rarely think about it.
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Explore the Story
Six Perspectives. One Connected World.
Radio is more than a technology. It is a force that connects people, places and possibilities across our planet and throughout the universe.
One Story.
Multiple Experiences.
The Story of Radio is a multiplatform project that brings the invisible world of radio to life through a public television documentary, an immersive planetarium film, digital stories and educational resources.
Public Television Documentary
A one-hour documentary exploring the people, science, history and technology of radio, and the vital role it plays in our world today.
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Immersive Planetarium
A 30-minute full-dome experience that immerses audiences in the science, beauty and human story of radio — from Earth to the edge of the universe.
Explore immersive →
Digital Stories
Original short films, extended interviews and behind-the-scenes content that take audiences beyond the broadcast.
Watch stories →
Education
K–16 resources that bring the science, technology and real-world applications of radio into classrooms and communities.
Education resources →The Human Thread
Real People. A Shared Frequency.
Radio's history is written by explorers, scientists, inventors, makers, communicators and everyday people — all connected by a shared curiosity and a desire to reach farther, understand more, and stay connected.
Meet the People →“Radio has always been more than a technology. It's a human story about curiosity, connection and possibility.”