{"id":19001,"date":"2025-12-04T14:34:01","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:34:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/?p=19001"},"modified":"2025-12-04T14:35:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:35:55","slug":"get-your-radio-station-ready-for-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/get-your-radio-station-ready-for-christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"Get your Radio Station ready for Christmas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As the <strong>holiday season<\/strong> approaches, online <strong>radio<\/strong> stations have a unique opportunity to captivate their audience with the magic of <strong>Christmas<\/strong>. Preparing your <strong>Christmas radio<\/strong> is not limited to just playing festive tunes: it&rsquo;s about creating an immersive, joyful, and memorable atmosphere that resonates with your listeners. Whether you&rsquo;re a <strong>radio<\/strong> novice or a seasoned professional, here are different ways to prepare your station for the holidays, focusing on <strong>music<\/strong>, original content, web and <strong>mobile applications<\/strong>, and of course, seamless <strong>broadcasting<\/strong> adapted to all audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#playlist\">1\/ Festive Playlist<\/a><br><a href=\"#shows\">2\/ Special Shows<\/a><br><a href=\"#jingles\">3\/ Jingles and Station Imaging<\/a><br><a href=\"#contests\">4\/ Contests and Giveaways<\/a><br><a href=\"#content\">5\/ Holiday-Themed Content<\/a><br><a href=\"#collaborate\">6\/ Collaborate with Associations<\/a><br><a href=\"#newyear\">7\/ Prepare for the New Year<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"playlist\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>1\/ Festive Playlist<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Music<\/strong> is the heart of any <strong>radio<\/strong> station, and the <strong>Christmas<\/strong> period demands a special playlist that embodies the spirit of the season. To get your station holiday-ready, here are a few ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Classics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Timeless hits that have been broadcast throughout December, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>All I Want for Christmas Is You<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jingle Bell Rock<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Last Christmas<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>O Tannenbaum<\/strong> (Mon beau sapin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These beloved <strong>songs<\/strong> are sure to get your listeners into the festive mood! They can be integrated into different <strong>streams<\/strong> (<strong>jazz<\/strong>, <strong>classic<\/strong>, <strong>pop<\/strong>, etc.) depending on your <strong>radio<\/strong>&lsquo;s style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Genre-Specific Christmas Music<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cater to your niche audience by selecting <strong>Christmas music<\/strong> that aligns with your station&rsquo;s concept. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>For a <strong>jazz<\/strong> or <strong>jazzy<\/strong> vibe, offer smooth and instrumental tracks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a <strong>pop<\/strong> station, focus on recent <strong>hits<\/strong> or <strong>oldies<\/strong> from the 80s\/90s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funk<\/strong>, <strong>electro<\/strong>, or <strong>blues<\/strong> enthusiasts will appreciate original playlists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stations like <strong>Ch\u00e9rie<\/strong>, known for their <strong>zen<\/strong> and <strong>happy<\/strong> ambiance, can opt for romantic <strong>Christmas<\/strong> classics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the perfect way to dive into the <strong>Christmas<\/strong> spirit while staying true to your <strong>radio<\/strong>&lsquo;s identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>New Christmas Releases<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many artists release new <strong>Christmas songs<\/strong> every year. Feature contemporary <strong>music<\/strong> from mainstream or independent artists (including in <strong>France<\/strong>) to keep things fresh. This is also a great opportunity to introduce new talents via your <strong>podcasts<\/strong> or <strong>mobile apps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Include Your Listeners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Engage your audience by allowing them to request their favourite <strong>Christmas songs<\/strong>. This will increase engagement and create a personalized experience. Use social media, your <strong>applications<\/strong>, or your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/create-radio-cms-website\">website<\/a><\/strong> to collect suggestions, and why not, make it a segment in a special \u00ab\u00a0Your Favorite <strong>Christmas<\/strong> Sounds\u00a0\u00bb <strong>podcast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To activate snow on your radio website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Go to your <strong>Admin &gt; Configuration<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the code in the <strong>javascript code<\/strong> field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Click on the dropdown menu below to display the code:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shows\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>2\/ Special Holiday-Themed Shows<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond <strong>music<\/strong>, creating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/how-to-better-prepare-your-radio-shows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">radio shows<\/a> and special holiday-themed broadcasts can make your content more lively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Countdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anticipate the holidays with a daily or weekly countdown featuring festive <strong>songs<\/strong>, <strong>Christmas stories<\/strong>, fun facts, and <strong>classic<\/strong>, <strong>funk<\/strong>, or <strong>lounge<\/strong> selections. Regular <strong>broadcasting<\/strong> is essential for building audience loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Stories<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Broadcast classic <strong>stories<\/strong>, original tales, or listeners&rsquo; memories on air. This helps strengthen the connection with the community while highlighting local traditions and shared experiences in <strong>town<\/strong> or with family. Consider recording some content as <strong>podcasts<\/strong> to be listened to again via your application or website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Movie Soundtracks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicate segments to the soundtracks of iconic <strong>Christmas<\/strong> movies. This is a great way to create an immersive <strong>cinema<\/strong> experience on the <strong>radio<\/strong>: from \u00ab\u00a0Love Actually\u00a0\u00bb to \u00ab\u00a0Home Alone,\u00a0\u00bb the <strong>hits<\/strong> from these films reach a wide audience. Host games around these <strong>cinema<\/strong> tracks, offer interactive quizzes, and why not, a special <strong>oldies<\/strong> show on 80s classics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Interviews with Musicians and Celebrities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If possible, invite artists to talk about their <strong>Christmas<\/strong> memories, perform a <strong>song<\/strong> live, or promote their latest <strong>Christmas<\/strong> album. Whether it&rsquo;s via an <strong>app<\/strong>, in the <strong>studio<\/strong>, or remotely, these exchanges can also become reusable content in a <strong>podcast<\/strong> or <strong>web replay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"jingles\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>3\/ Jingles and Station Imaging<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully embrace the festive spirit, give your station&rsquo;s brand a fresh <strong>Christmas<\/strong> look by creating jingles, station IDs, and promotional messages on the holiday theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Festive Jingles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Customise your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/create-schedule-good-jingle-radio-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">radio jingles<\/a> with bells, chimes, or <strong>jazzy<\/strong> or <strong>lounge<\/strong> soundscapes. Whether you are a <strong>ch\u00e9rie<\/strong>, <strong>classic<\/strong>, or <strong>groove<\/strong> station, a consistent sound identity is essential to define the world of your <strong>Christmas radio<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Station Imaging<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Record <strong>holiday<\/strong>-themed station IDs that remind listeners they&rsquo;re tuned in to the <strong>Christmas<\/strong> version of their favorite station. Add a <strong>zen<\/strong>, <strong>happy<\/strong>, or even <strong>electro<\/strong> touch to suit your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Radio Logo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Add a festive element to your logo during the holidays: Santa hat, snowflakes, garlands, etc. This strengthens the consistency of your communication across all your platforms (<strong>website<\/strong>, <strong>app<\/strong>, social media, etc.). Don&rsquo;t forget to also apply it to the visuals of your audio and video <strong>streams<\/strong> for homogeneous <strong>broadcasting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contests\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>4\/ Christmas Contests and Giveaways<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing boosts engagement like a good contest, and <strong>Christmas<\/strong> is the perfect time to spread joy through giveaways. Incorporate holiday contests to keep your listeners excited. This applies equally to <strong>radio<\/strong>, your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fr.radioking.com\/creer-application-mobile-radio\">application<\/a><\/strong>, and social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Contests<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer daily giveaways: gift cards, <strong>cinema<\/strong> tickets, exclusive <strong>radio<\/strong> merchandise&#8230; or even subscriptions to <strong>web music<\/strong> platforms. Link prizes to participation: answering questions about <strong>Christmas<\/strong>, suggesting favorite <strong>songs<\/strong>, or voting for the season&rsquo;s best <strong>hits<\/strong>. You can also call upon your local partners in <strong>town<\/strong> to sponsor the prizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Song Cover Contest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Encourage your listeners to record their covers of <strong>Christmas songs<\/strong>, in different styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"content\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>5\/ Create Holiday-Themed Content<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your digital presence is as important as your on-air <strong>broadcast<\/strong>. Make sure your <strong>Christmas radio<\/strong> world is also reflected on the <strong>web<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Festive Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/site-FR.gif\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/597;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/site-FR.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Add visual elements: snow, decorations, garlands, <strong>Christmas<\/strong> banners&#8230; If you use RadioKing or a similar CMS, you can easily integrate effects via HTML code. Ensure your <strong>application<\/strong> also reflects this atmosphere \u2014 think of background images, festive colours, <strong>funk<\/strong>, <strong>oldies<\/strong>, or <strong>jazzy<\/strong> visuals, depending on your station&rsquo;s tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To activate snow on your radio website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Go to your&nbsp;<strong>Admin &gt; Configuration<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the code in the&nbsp;<strong>javascript code<\/strong>&nbsp;field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Click on the dropdown menu below to display the code:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aab-accordion-block aab__accordion_container\" style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 0px;\">\n<div class=\"aab__accordion_head aab_right_icon\" style=\"color: #333333; background-color: transparent; padding: 10px 15px 10px 15px;\" data-active=\"false\">\n<div class=\"aab__accordion_heading aab_right_icon\">\n<h4 class=\"aab__accordion_title\" style=\"margin: 0; color: #333333;\">Snow code<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aab__accordion_icon\" style=\"color: #333333; background-color: transparent;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aab__accordion_body \" style=\"background-color: transparent; border-top: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 10px 15px 10px 15px;\" role=\"region\">\n<p>var snow_img = \u00ab data:image\/png;base64,R0lGODlhGAAYALMAAP\/\/\/\/z8\/PHx8ezs7Nra2tnZ2djY2NfX19XV1c\/Pz8PDwwAAAMDAwAAAAAAAAAAAACH5BAEAAAwALAAAAAAYABgAQAStkMlJq6Uqa8BB7ommeNbXCUACChejHOAwfGqXTUrd7XwfYoNEQhDacIotRorAUUhGS0LSCAgSj0gcEwQgQAeHz4AgTIRdMK9Mt1Mpxj9c5tpMnTQt0c2lT\/JHe1B4eSqFIihlTiUZWx4EQSkhHooWHHQKW0MkFTmYIwM2UGaMCgJOOT2pqUU5hVefM6I7NyYmqh+eJWxCKJF7nJFHXiM6ppQVZDWKI0QJA37QLREAOw== \u00bb; var snow_no = 15; \/\/ Number of Snowflakes \/\/ Browser window size detection var snow_browser_width = window.innerWidth || document.documentElement.clientWidth || document.body.clientWidth; var snow_browser_height = window.innerHeight || document.documentElement.clientHeight || document.body.clientHeight; \/\/ Arrays for snowflake properties var snow_dx = []; var snow_xp = []; var snow_yp = []; var snow_am = []; var snow_stx = []; var snow_sty = []; \/\/ Create snowflakes and dynamically add them to the page for (var i = 0; i &lt; snow_no; i++) { snow_dx[i] = 0; snow_xp[i] = Math.random() * (snow_browser_width \u2013 50); snow_yp[i] = Math.random() * snow_browser_height; snow_am[i] = Math.random() * 20; snow_stx[i] = 0.02 + Math.random() \/ 10; snow_sty[i] = 0.7 + Math.random(); \/\/ Create an element<\/p>\n<p>for each snowflake var snowflake = document.createElement(\u00ab div \u00bb); snowflake.id = \u00ab snow_flake \u00bb + i; snowflake.style.position = \u00ab absolute \u00bb; snowflake.style.zIndex = i; var snowImage = document.createElement(\u00ab img \u00bb); snowImage.src = snow_img; snowImage.border = 0; snowImage.id = \u00ab snow_img_ \u00bb + i; \/\/ Add the image to the snowflake snowflake.appendChild(snowImage); \/\/ Add the snowflake to the body element document.body.appendChild(snowflake); } \/\/ Function to start the snow animation function SnowStart() { for (var i = 0; i &lt; snow_no; i++) { snow_yp[i] += snow_sty[i]; if (snow_yp[i] &gt; snow_browser_height \u2013 50) { snow_xp[i] = Math.random() * (snow_browser_width \u2013 snow_am[i] \u2013 30); snow_yp[i] = 0; snow_stx[i] = 0.02 + Math.random() \/ 10; snow_sty[i] = 0.7 + Math.random(); } snow_dx[i] += snow_stx[i]; var snowflake = document.getElementById(\u00ab snow_flake \u00bb + i); snowflake.style.top = snow_yp[i] + \u00ab px \u00bb; snowflake.style.left = snow_xp[i] + snow_am[i] * Math.sin(snow_dx[i]) + \u00ab px \u00bb; } setTimeout(SnowStart, 10); \/\/ Restart the animation every 10 ms } \/\/ Function to change the snowflake image function SneSkiftImg(idi) { var newImg = document.getElementById(\u00ab snowpic_ \u00bb + idi).src; for (var i = 0; i &lt; snow_no; i++) { document.getElementById(\u00ab snow_img_ \u00bb + i).src = newImg; } } \/\/ Start the snow animation SnowStart();<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Festive Blog Posts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Feed your station&rsquo;s blog with topics like \u00ab\u00a0The Top 10 <strong>Christmas Hits<\/strong>,\u00a0\u00bb \u00ab\u00a0The Best <strong>Christmas<\/strong> Movies to Watch with Family,\u00a0\u00bb or \u00ab\u00a0The Evolution of Online <strong>Radio<\/strong> During the Holidays.\u00a0\u00bb This improves your SEO and positions you as a <strong>music<\/strong> and <strong>radio<\/strong> expert on these subjects. You can also suggest playlists to listen to in your <strong>app<\/strong> or share on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas-Themed Visuals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Post festive visuals: song quotes, images of the team in the studio, <strong>town<\/strong> decorations, <strong>podcast<\/strong> excerpts, or behind-the-scenes videos. This content strengthens loyalty to your <strong>radio<\/strong> and highlights the human experience behind the <strong>broadcast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"collaborate\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>6\/ Collaborate with Local Charities or Businesses<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The holidays are a time for solidarity. Your <strong>Christmas radio<\/strong> can play an active role in your <strong>town<\/strong> or region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Charities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Collaborate with charities to support local actions: toy drives, campaigns for the homeless, donations for projects related to <strong>education<\/strong> or culture. Use your <strong>streams<\/strong> to relay messages, interview organizers, and encourage your listeners to get involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sponsor Local Christmas Events<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A partnership with a <strong>Christmas<\/strong> market, a <strong>jazz<\/strong> concert, or a <strong>cinema<\/strong> film screening can give real visibility to your station. Highlight your presence on-site via your <strong>apps<\/strong>, <strong>podcasts<\/strong>, or <strong>live<\/strong> <strong>streams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Charity Concerts or Virtual Events<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"newyear\"><span style=\"color: #ff9150;\"><strong>7\/ Prepare for the New Year<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though <strong>Christmas<\/strong> is the climax, don&rsquo;t forget New Year&rsquo;s <strong>Eve<\/strong>. It&rsquo;s an opportunity to offer special programming and mark the transition between two <strong>years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>New Year&rsquo;s Countdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a special show in live or deferred <strong>broadcast<\/strong>, mixing a retrospective of the best <strong>hits<\/strong>, memorable <strong>radio<\/strong> moments, and a countdown to midnight. Integrate varied styles: <strong>electro<\/strong>, <strong>funk<\/strong>, <strong>classic<\/strong>, <strong>blues<\/strong>, to reach a wide audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Musical Year Review<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer a top list of the year&rsquo;s best tracks, according to your audience&rsquo;s tastes. Classify them by style (<strong>jazz<\/strong>, <strong>pop<\/strong>, <strong>classical music<\/strong>, etc.). This is also a good time to look back at your best <strong>podcasts<\/strong>, contests, or successful shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Christmas<\/strong> is above all a time of joy, sharing, and connection. Thanks to carefully chosen <strong>musical<\/strong> programming (from <strong>pop<\/strong> to <strong>oldies<\/strong>, from <strong>jazz<\/strong> to <strong>lounge<\/strong>), engaging games, solidarity partnerships, and dynamic <strong>web<\/strong> content, your <strong>radio<\/strong> can become an unmissable point of reference for your listeners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By relying on a well-thought-out strategy, a seamless <strong>application<\/strong>, optimized <strong>streams<\/strong>, and a strong <strong>music<\/strong> identity, you offer your audience much more than just a <strong>broadcast<\/strong>: a true <strong>Christmas radio<\/strong> experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/create-radio\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"191\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cta-green-en-640x191.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27793 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 640px; 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Whether you&rsquo;re a radio novice or a seasoned professional, here are different ways to prepare your station for the holidays, focusing on music, original content, web and mobile applications, and of course, seamless broadcasting adapted to all audiences. 1\/ Festive Playlist2\/ Special Shows3\/ Jingles and Station Imaging4\/ Contests and Giveaways5\/ Holiday-Themed Content6\/ Collaborate [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":64,"featured_media":31834,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[590],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19001"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/64"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19001"}],"version-history":[{"count":80,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19001\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36310,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19001\/revisions\/36310"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/31834"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19001"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19001"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19001"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}