The Truth About Digital Radio: Why The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is the Future of Broadcasting

by thegreenwoodbeat The Greenwood Beat - WFPG Blog

If you’ve ever heard someone say, “It’s not a real radio station if it’s not regulated by the FCC,” let’s clear the air. The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is proud to be a Digital Radio Station, and that makes us just as real — and in many ways, even more powerful — than traditional AM/FM broadcasters.

In today’s world, radio is more than just a dial in your car. Technology has changed how we connect, how we share stories, and how we listen. And we’re leading the charge.

Myth #1: If it’s not FCC-regulated, it’s not real radio.

Fact: Not all radio stations are regulated by the FCC. FCC regulations mainly apply to stations using public AM/FM airwaves. Digital radio stations — like WFPG — broadcast online, reaching a global audience without the geographic limitations of a broadcast tower.

This means we can serve our community AND the world without outdated restrictions. Our shows, music, and messages travel farther and faster than traditional stations can.

Myth #2: Digital radio isn’t the same as AM/FM.

Fact: You’re right — it’s better.

With digital radio, we can:

  • Update instantly — No waiting for programming changes.

  • Reach listeners worldwide — Not just within a 50-mile signal range.

  • Offer more variety — Music, talk shows, interviews, and community news all in one place.

Myth #3: “Nobody listens to the radio anymore.”

Fact: People still listen to the radio — they just listen differently.

  • Most people tune in on phones, laptops, smart TVs, Alexa, and in connected cars via Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.

  • Studies show over 65% of adults listen to digital audio each month — and that number keeps growing.

  • Whether you’re in Tulsa or Tokyo, you can stream WFPG anywhere.

Myth #4: Digital isn’t “real” radio.

Fact: Digital is the radio of the future.
Think about television: Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming platforms aren’t “less TV” because they’re not cable — they’re the evolution of TV. Digital radio is the same.

We deliver content where listeners already are — online and on the go.

The Greenwood Beat Difference

We’re not here to imitate traditional stations — we’re here to innovate. As a Black-owned, woman-owned, community-driven station, we combine:

  • The speed of the internet

  • The reach of global streaming

  • The cultural legacy of Historic Greenwood

This allows us to:

  • Amplify voices often left out of mainstream media.

  • Keep Greenwood’s history alive while building its future.

  • Serve the community with relevant, real-time information.

The Future is Digital — And It’s Here

Radio isn’t dead — it’s just evolved. And at The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, we’re embracing that evolution to serve our audience better than ever.

🎧 Listen anywhere, anytime: www.thegreenwoodbeat.com
📩 Stay connected: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

Bottom line: We are radio. We are digital. And we are here for Greenwood, Tulsa, and the world.