Throughout history, the ability to communicate in different ways has been an important piece of societal development. One technology that has had perhaps the greatest impact on American society is radio. In the 1930’s and 1940’s, the radio was a central piece of American life that utilized its broad and attentive audience to create new trends and influence culture, making it the most influential communications system of the 20th century. Initially, radio broadcasting was facilitated by mass-produced and affordable radios that gained widespread popularity among their audiences through their easy and effective access to communication. Later, music and entertainment programs allowed performers the first opportunity to gain a nationwide following,