Wheat's on Your Mind Podcast – The Roots of Radio, Eric Atkinson
Wheat's On Your Mind
The Official Podcast for Kansas Wheat
Hosted by Aaron Harries
The wireless telegraph, i.e., radio, has a rich history at Kansas State University. Some of the earliest agriculture radio programming originated in Manhattan, Kansas, over 100 years ago. Retired K-State agriculture radio personality Eric Atkinson shares the details on this episode. Listen to hear about the evolution of agriculture radio and some other anecdotes from Eric’s storied career, including his encounter with legendary basketball coach Bobby Knight.