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Randy Eccles shares how a high school class started his career in broadcast journalism

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Christian Nix

Published November 15, 2023 at 12:38 PM CST

Randy Eccles in his office. — Randy Eccles

General Manager of NPR Illinois Randy Eccles sat down with student Christian Nix to talk about his start in radio broadcasting. He shared how a high school class on radio broadcasting ignited his early interest in the career. He also shared what he finds to be the most rewarding part of working at NPR Illinois.