Program KIDZ

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Audio

KIDZ

Get on air on our brand new radio station, KIDZ 92.9 FM.

15–19 AGE RANGE
Free COST
November 17, '26 – March 11, '27 DATE
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM SCHEDULE
Bootcamp SKILL LEVEL
Room 202 LOCATION

Spy Hop’s BRAND NEW youth radio station, KIDZ 92.9 FM, is looking for its first crew! If you want to tell your own stories on the radio, learn to build audio experiences with sound-editing tools, and report on issues that matter to you in your community, we want you to join us and help build this station!

This class will teach teens how to produce pre-recorded shows and be on air. KIDZ reporters learn essential radio journalism skills, including developing a story, conducting interviews, crafting scripts, editing audio, and using their voices to create change in their community.  

Gear + Software:

  • Audio console for live and pre-recorded broadcasts
  • Microphones
  • Zoom and Tascam digital recorders 
  • Computers 
  • Adobe audition

This class is great for aspiring writers and journalists, teens who love to tell stories, and those with a love for anything and everything audio.

Taya Jae

TAYA JAE

KIDZ Station Manager + Radio Mentor
The first time I was on the radio, I was 5, and I’ve been fascinated by stories and storytelling ever since. First, as an anthropology and sculpture student, then as a librarian, and now, as a radio maker. I think really good audio is not only well produced and entertaining, but it helps us become more empathetic and caring humans. Oh, and it’s fun! I’ve told stories about antique car rallies, reported on a pickleball tournament that was also a pickling contest, interviewed musicians and writers, and produced radio plays. I learn best by doing, which is perfect because audio is such an expansive medium. I can’t wait to use the tools of radio to explore soundscapes, storytelling, interviewing, and live broadcast with you all!

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Our classes are designed for in-person participation. Limited remote attendance may be possible in certain circumstances. Availability depends on the class format and is considered on a case-by-case basis.
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We've found that small program sizes give the best opportunity for creative learning and mentorship—because of this, most of our classes have a capacity of ten students.
Most of our in-house programs are for ages 12–19 years old. We occasionally offer programs or workshops for young people ages 19-25. We offer spring and summer camps for younger kids ages 8-12.
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Spy Hop has a small parking lot on the North side of our building and is first-come, first-served. You can enter this lot on 900 S between Spy Hop and Vertical Diner. 2-hour parking is available along 900 S. Street parking is available on 200 W and 300 W. Washington Street and Jefferson Street have limited public parking, with big sections of 2-hour only parking. Please pay close attention to signage to avoid a ticket! Paid parking is also available across the street, at Triangles bar. Limited parking passes are available for students: please visit the Lab for more information.
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