Vagueries

What makes truly great radio?

A lot of mostly vague yet discernible concepts like native intelligence, experience, opportunity, timing, chemistry and wise, trustworthy guidance.

And, talent.

How's that for a vague, yet discernible quality?

"Talent."

You can look it up but that won't help much. It's definable but elusive. You know it when you hear it. We all have it in varying degrees. It's always dependent upon supporting circumstances like time and place. Some might call it fate. Maybe even kismet.

Or, dumb luck.

The point of this essay is frustratingly vague, yet discernible: never stop refining your talent but just as importantly, don't try to define or measure it.

Just let it be and make it grow.

And through all this nonstop introspection, above all else, remember:

Great radio is not just about you.