The Broadcast Century And Beyond, Fifth Edition... Apr 2026

Reviewers from platforms like O'Reilly highlight the fifth edition's updated focus on how emerging technologies—including YouTube, podcasting, and smartphones—have revolutionized the concept of "broadcasting".

Academic and professional reviewers generally praise the book for its clarity and chronological structure: The Broadcast Century and Beyond, Fifth Edition...

is widely regarded as a comprehensive and accessible history of the industry. Authors Robert L. Hilliard and Michael C. Keith blend academic scholarship with personal insight to track the evolution of radio and television from their inception through the digital revolution. Critical Reception Reviewers from platforms like O'Reilly highlight the fifth