Urban City Youth production teams meet weekly to produce two thirty-minute radio shows. They plan, organize, produce and edit them for a problem/solution-oriented format.

The process begins with selection of a topic considered to be highly important to the team followed by research, outline development, show structure design and layout, identifying talent segments, recording special external and/or internal interview segments, writing and producing commercials and promotional announcements.

The next step is to produce, record and edit the show to meet quality control standards per FCC guidelines. Once green lighted by the UCY Quality Control Committee, students deliver the show to the appropriate radio station within a designated time frame.

Throughout the production process, students learn key skills including, but not limited to, the art of expression, English literacy, public speaking, advanced phonics, articulation, vocal delivery & dynamics, professional debate on-air, critical thinking on air, collaboration, leadership, professional communication (clean speech), organization, time value, kindly attitude, best performance of duty, equality, inclusion, diversity and social justice. 

Most students enjoy opportunities to express humor, wit and special interviews with entrepreneurs who share sage wisdom. Students are paid $15 per hour for their work. These funds are provided by local junior college partners. Participating students have enhanced their confidence in public speaking and communication. At- risk students under 18 years of age have community service opportunities to expunge their police record. Visit Urban City Youth Radio Productions at UCY Radio Page