Radiooooo
Pick a country and a decade on a world map and hear what people there were actually listening to, curated by humans since 1900.
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How to get the most from it
Radiooooo sits in World Radio under Wander, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something nostalgic, beautiful and clever.
About this category: Radio stations plotted on a map or sorted by decade. The fastest way to feel like you are somewhere else without leaving the tab.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- A trip back to the older internet
- Looking at something lovely
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Radiooooo: quick answers
Is Radiooooo free?
Yes. Radiooooo is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Radiooooo?
No. You can use Radiooooo without signing up for anything.
Does Radiooooo work on a phone?
Yes. Radiooooo works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Radiooooo safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Radiooooo take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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