Questions for NPR

I think that the idea of underground radio is a pretty interesting one and wonder if the artists have ever thought of using it as more than just art. It seems like most of these broadcasts are done in homes in various neighborhoods (see Ben's post) or art galleries and I wonder how effective it has been at reaching a broader audience. Specifically, an audience whose voice might not be heard otherwise. We discussed in class that part of the appeal of radio broadcast is that it is hard to trace, and therefore a broadcaster can remain "invisible". Does NPR feel that their broadcasts might someday transition from art to being an actual, practical forum where people can be heard who might not be able to speak up via other forms of communication?

Also with underground radio and it's ability for the broadcaster to be invisible, I think that there are alot of interesting historical examples of the use of radio, especially in anti-Nazi resistance movements in Europe during WWII. Do you feel that you can draw any comparisons or inspiration for your work from the historical use of radio as a means to organize protest?