ROAR is a digest of fun, frolics, music and tidbits of information we hope you find both entertaining and informative; coming to you almost live, from St. John's in the heart of the Republic of Avalon.  St. John's is North America's oldest port, the most easterly point of the continent (closest to Europe) and the place where Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless message in 1901.  That's right folks it all started right here.  

Your presenter, Jim Fidler, is a long time radio buff, shortwave listener, past college radio broadcaster and has held an advanced amateur radio operator's ticket since 1984.  For you hams out there, Jim's call sign is VO1RV. Check out his amateur radio website.  As a teenager, he also dabbled considerably in the eleven meter hobby (CB radio).  Just don't tell his ham friends.  

Jim produces the show in his studio, The Roots Cellar, where he also does his musical work, producing albums for himself and other artists.  Check out Jim's official website.

As the other half of the Fidler duo, where Jim makes all the noise, Lillian takes the snaps, makes the videos and is a graphic artist and web designer. She is also an amateur radio operator and her call sign is VO1XYL. Check out her official website.