Listening to Ghosts

In the past, radio was the most ephemeral of all art forms - it slipped by the ear and then vanished into the air forever.

2009 / Tom Morton / ABC Radio National, 360, Australia

In the past, radio was the most ephemeral of all art forms - it slipped by the ear and then vanished into the air forever.

But nevertheless, these fleeting transmissions often left deep soundprints -- listening memories that could reverberate for decades. But radio culture has changed. Stories and sounds are archived and accessible, downloadable and easy to share. Still, the medium continues to evoke a powerful connection for listeners.


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Tom Morton

Tom Morton has been making radio documentaries for 20 years, from places as far apart as Germany, Uzbekistan, Ireland, Canada, the Tanami Desert in north-western Australia & the western suburbs of Sydney.


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