• Don't be Shy! Radio and television talk shows are a prime opportunity to discuss and clarify smart growth issues.
  
• Write out your main ideas before calling in.
• Keep your statements focused and accurate.
• Be quick, to the point, and ask guests direct questions to answer.
• Get on the line early. If the show starts at 10 AM, call or write a few minutes beforehand.

Radio Stations, Shows, Numbers, and Emails:

WTOP 1500 AM -- (submit questions online or by visiting the contact page of their website) Call TOLL-FREE: 1-877-628-WTOP, (202) 895-5065; fax: (202) 895-5149
Shows:
"Ask the Governor" (periodic weekdays, usually at 10 AM, check website for show topics)

WAMU 88.5 FM -- 1-800-433-8850
Shows:
"The Kojo Nnamdi Show" (12-2 pm, M-F); email: kojo@wamu.org or call 1-800-433-8850
"DC Politics Hour with Kojo and Jonetta" (12-1 pm, F)
"Maryland Politics Hour" (periodic, often 12-1 pm on a weekday)
"Virginia Politics Hour" (periodic, often 12-1 pm on a weekday)
"Metro Connection" (2 pm, Saturday, not a call in show) fax: (202) 885 -1269
"Diane Rehm" (10-12 pm, M-F); Nationwide. Call in--1-800-942-5669
"Talk of the Nation" (2-3 pm, M-F); Nationwide. Call in--1-800-942-5669

WMAL 630 AM -- (202) 432-9625, fax: (202) 686-3061

WOL 1450 AM -- (877) 450-7876

WJHU 88.1 FM -- (Baltimore)

Television Talkshows:

WHUT (PBS) Channel 32
"Evening Exchange" (8pm, F); (202) 806-3091