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Welcome to the House of Broadcasting Inc. (HOBI), Arizona's Radio & Television Museum Website! The House of Broadcasting Inc.(HOBI) radio and television museum is Arizona's largest private collection of broadcast memorabilia.
2022 Holiday Concert
Mark your calendar, the date is set! This year's HOBI Holiday Concert is scheduled for Friday, December 9th at the Central Methodist Church. The list of performers and prizes is still being compiled. More information about who'll be performing, our raffles, and ticket sales will be posted here when available.
Sunnyslope Historical Society and Museum Display
House of Broadcasting has placed a display of radio and TV artifacts from the early days at the Sunnyslope Historical Society and Museum, 737 East Hatcher Road, Phoenix. The museum's 2022 season opening is set for September. 17, 2022. HOBI's display is in place for that opening. In addition, Board Member, Thomas MIhalchick, is tentatively scheduled for a presentation on "Old Time Radio", early in 2023, on a date to be determined later.
Latest Book Signing
Check our Book Signing page for info about the latest book signing by HOBI Board member Dr. John Craft. By the way, you can still purchase the book through the contact info listed below, or through Amazon.
GOVERNOR’S AWARD TO DR. JOHN CRAFT
CONGRATULATIONS to House of Broadcasting board member Dr. John Craft. He is the 2022 recipient of the Prestigious Governor’s Award by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. John recently retired from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Happy Birthday Larry Daniels!
Former KNIX Program Director, Larry Daniels, recently celebrated his 81st birthday. His wife Marilyn invited a number of his former KNIX family members to the celebration. HOBI board member and former KNIX family member, Tom MIhalchick (air name: Tom Jennings) attended and took these photos. Larry was in good health and great spirits and both he and Marilyn appreciated the wonderful turnout. It was great for everyone to visit with Larry. Many stories were shared. Click or tap on photos to enlarge them.
Group Photo
John Michaels, Larry Daniels
Steve Wood, Stephan Kaufman
Doug Brannon, Jim West
Pam & Al Tessitore
Larry Daniels, Jeff Munn, Steve Wood, Doug Brannan (w/phone)
Many pictures were taken
Many stories were shared
Congratulations HOBI Board Member, Dr. John Craft
Dr. John E. Craft has taught in the broadcast area of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications since 1973, thus making him the senior member of the Cronkite faculty. John was recently honored by the Cronkite Faculty. A retirement party was held on May 6. He is currently a Board Member of the House of Broadcasting Radio & Television Museum as well as several other Boards. Learn more about Dr.Craft on our Board of Director's page.
House of Broadcasting Comes to Arizona Historical Society!
Our On Air page has a seletion of photos from the opening of the exhibit.
2021 Holiday Concert
The 2021 HOBI Holiday Concert was a great success! check the RECENT EVENTS page to view a video of the complete program and a selection of photos from the concert.