RJ Addy

WorkShop on Nuances of Radio Anchoring

Resource Person RJ Addy Aditya Choudhary

Radio has proved to be the most powerful tool to connect with the wide range of people. Aditya Choudhary, popularly called as RJ Addy, of 104.8 IshqFM fame conducted a workshop for the students of BMMMC on 28 September 2019 in the conference hall.

RJ Addy began talking about how his mother influenced him to be a ‘star’ and often he was related with the star of millennium, Amitabh Bachchan. From a college dropout to a successful radio jockey, he is no less than a star. He discussed about learning voicing and mimicry and also showcased his work for a deeper insight. Making the session more interactive, he asked the students to introduce their favorite songs as an RJ for an FM show.

“Radio is the theatre of the mind.”

He talked about voice modulation and editing of a radio show. He also shared a few of his comical anecdotes that were worth a laugh. He delved into theprocess of packaging of a radio programme and emphasised on the importance of presence of mind and spontaneity in being a radio presenter/RJ. Thestudents learnt about the technicalities of Radio Computing System and drafting campaigns and advertisements for radio. During

the question answer segment in the end, he highlighted the importance of correct use of words and the dumb button - when and how to use it. He alsotalked about dealing with celebrity during interviews and the expansion of radio through social media. He also shared his experiences of working onmuppets like Cookie Monster and NDTVs Gustakhi Maaf, and of FMs like Meow, Hum, Oye and Ishq.

The students were encouraged to participate in the RJ Addy Doodle Contest by Ishq FM. They have to draw a doodle of RJ Addy or draft radio jingles. Thefive best entries get an opportunity to co-host the show with RJ Addy. Overall, it was a gripping and very enriching session for the students.