Junior Profile: Bill Goodenough

Major: Radio
Minor: American Studies
Why did you choose Radio as your major? 
Well, in terms of news, I enjoy the community aspect of radio. To me, it’s more authentic and relevant for people in the audience than TV news.
What organizations are you involved in on campus?
I work at WRHU, where I’m the assistant news director. I’m also part of the Hip Hop and Reggae shows.
What are your responsibilities for both positions?
In the news department, I’m responsible mainly for Newsline, the nightly news program. I produce, anchor, engineer, do weather reports—all kinds of things. I work with the staff to make every broadcast the best it can be. On the Hip Hop Basement, I do a segment called Off the Bars; it’s about unsigned or alternative artists. I also make dancehall mixes. I also host Island Time, which is more focused on roots and reggae.
Do you ever get nervous during a show? 
I used to, but it gets easier. It helps that in radio, the audience isn’t in the studio with you, haha. I get nervous when I go out field reporting for a big event like an election night—that’s a skill I’m still improving on.
Do you have any tips to conquer those fears?
It helps to remember when talking to famous people: you’re a media person. You’re important too!
What’s your dream internship/job?
I don’t really know what my dream job would be. Hopefully somewhere that lets me do things big mainstream networks don’t normally do.
What’s your advice for those pursuing a Radio major?
If you’re pursuing a Radio major, try to get the most out of it. You have to think outside the box. Take what you learn and apply it in a new way to do something unique.