Last updated: 13 November 2026
Quick answer
- We welcome original articles on radio, audio, global media, international broadcasting, digital audio, community radio and news literacy.
- Every piece must be your own work, unpublished elsewhere, and backed by authoritative sources.
- Never invent statistics, quotes or examples; if a fact cannot be verified, leave it out.
- Pitch your idea through our About Us page before writing a full draft.
- These guidelines cover InterWorldRadioNet.com, an independent companion blog, not the official site.
Writing on the InterWorldRadio blog means contributing an original, well-sourced article to InterWorldRadioNet.com, our independent companion blog about radio, audio and global media. These guidelines explain which topics we want, the quality and sourcing standards every piece must meet, how to format your draft and how to send us a pitch. Read them before you post on InterWorldRadio’s companion blog for the first time, because a pitch that follows them is far easier for us to consider.
Who can write on the InterWorldRadio blog?
Anyone with genuine knowledge of, or a careful interest in, radio and media can pitch. You do not need to be a professional journalist, but you do need to write clearly, check your facts and respect our editorial standards.
Good contributors often include broadcasters, community radio volunteers, audio producers, media researchers, students of journalism, radio hobbyists and educators who teach news literacy. What unites them is first-hand experience or solid research, not a job title.
Please note that this blog is independent. It is not the official website of the publication at interworldradio.net and does not speak for it. Writing for us does not give you a byline or any role on the main site.
What topics does the blog want?
We want practical, accurate articles about how sound and news travel around the world. The table below lists the areas we cover and the kinds of angles that tend to work well.
| Topic area | Example angles | Useful starting point |
|---|---|---|
| Radio | How stations are organised, how programmes are made, the history of a format | Our shortwave and FM guides |
| Audio and podcasting | Recording basics, editing workflows, accessibility for listeners | Your own production experience |
| Global media | How news is shared across borders, translation and local voices | Reports from recognised media institutes |
| International broadcasting | Public service broadcasters, multilingual services, changes in distribution | Broadcasters’ own published information |
| Digital audio | DAB, internet streaming, codecs and how listeners choose between them | Technical standards bodies and regulators |
| Community radio | Local stations, volunteer models, radio in development and education | Interviews you have conducted yourself |
| News literacy | Checking sources, spotting misleading claims, reading news digests critically | Established fact-checking organisations |
Before pitching, browse our topics guide to see what we have already covered. A fresh angle on an existing subject is welcome; a near-copy of an article we already publish is not.
Topics we do not accept
- Gambling, betting, casino or similar promotional content.
- Thinly disguised adverts for products, services or websites.
- Articles written mainly to place outbound links.
- Content unrelated to radio, audio, media or news literacy.
- Pieces that present the blog as the official voice of the main publication.
What quality and originality rules apply?
Every article must be original, written by you and not published anywhere else, in print or online. It should give readers something they cannot get from a quick search: experience, careful explanation or a well-organised overview.
- Original work only. Do not copy, spin or lightly reword other people’s writing, including text from the main publication.
- Be honest about AI tools. If you use software to help with research or drafting, you remain responsible for every fact and sentence, and you must tell us when you pitch.
- Write for readers. Explain technical terms the first time you use them and avoid padding.
- No keyword stuffing. Use search terms naturally; repetitive phrasing will be cut.
- Disclose interests. If you work for, or are paid by, any organisation you mention, say so clearly.
- British spelling. We use British English, so write organised, programme and colour.
How should you source facts and figures?
Cite authoritative sources for every factual claim that a reader might question. Link to the original study, report, regulator or broadcaster wherever possible, rather than to a site that merely repeats it.
The most important rule is simple: never invent statistics, dates, quotes, people or awards. If you cannot find a reliable source for a figure, remove it or describe the point in general terms. An honest article with fewer numbers is far better than a confident one built on guesses.
Good and weak sources
| Stronger sources | Weaker sources |
|---|---|
| UN agencies, national regulators and official statistics | Unattributed figures on content farms |
| Peer-reviewed research and university reports | Press releases with no supporting data |
| Broadcasters’ own published information | Anonymous forum posts |
| Interviews you conducted, with permission to publish | Quotes copied from other articles without checking |
If you quote someone you interviewed, make sure they have agreed to be named and quoted. Keep your notes, because we may ask to see the source for a claim before publishing. Our editorial standards explain the checks we apply to every article.
How should you format your article?
Write in a clear, structured way that works well on a phone screen. Short paragraphs, descriptive headings and a direct answer near the top of each section help readers and make editing quicker.
- Title: a plain, specific title that says what the reader will learn.
- Opening: a first sentence that defines the topic, followed by a short summary of what the article covers.
- Headings: question-style subheadings where possible, each followed by a two to four sentence answer.
- Lists and tables: use them for steps, comparisons and checklists rather than long blocks of text.
- Links: include full source links for facts, and suggest any of our existing guides that relate to your topic.
- Images: only send images you own or have the right to use, with a note of the credit and a short description.
- Length: aim for enough words to cover the subject properly; depth matters more than a word count.
Plain text or a simple document is fine. You do not need to add any special formatting, styling or code; we will lay out accepted articles to match the blog.
How do you pitch an article?
Send a short pitch through our About Us page before you write the full article. A brief outline saves time for both of us and lets us suggest an angle that fits the blog.
A useful pitch includes:
- A working title and a two or three sentence summary.
- Three to five planned headings.
- The main sources you intend to use.
- A line about your experience with the subject.
- Links to one or two examples of your previous writing, if you have them.
- Any interests you need to disclose, and whether you used AI tools.
We read every pitch, but we cannot promise to publish a particular article, and we do not offer payment. We may suggest edits, ask for sources or decline a piece that does not fit. Editors may also shorten or restructure accepted drafts for clarity and accuracy.
Where should you ask about the main InterWorldRadio.net site?
Questions about the main publication should go to the publication itself. The official site has its own contact page, and that is the right place for queries about its articles, corrections or policies.
We are an independent companion blog, so we cannot answer on its behalf or pass messages to its team. If you are unsure which site you need, our explainer on what Interworld Radio Net is and how it works sets out the difference clearly. You can also return to the InterWorldRadio.net blog home page or browse the full list of guides to get a feel for the tone and depth we look for.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I post on InterWorldRadio’s companion blog?
Start by reading these guidelines, then send a short pitch through the About Us page on InterWorldRadioNet.com. Include a working title, a brief summary, planned headings and your main sources. If the idea fits, we will ask you to write the full article and may suggest changes before publication.
What topics can I write about on the InterWorldRadio blog?
We welcome original articles on radio, audio and podcasting, global media, international broadcasting, digital audio such as DAB and streaming, community radio, and news literacy. We do not accept gambling content, disguised adverts, link-placement articles or pieces unrelated to radio and media, and every topic must be backed by reliable sources.
Do you pay contributors or guarantee publication?
No. We do not offer payment for articles, and we cannot guarantee that any pitch or draft will be published. Every submission is reviewed against our quality, originality and sourcing standards, and we may ask for edits, request sources or decline pieces that do not suit the blog or its readers.
Can I republish an article I have already posted elsewhere?
No. Articles for the blog must be original and not previously published anywhere, either online or in print. You may write about a subject you have covered before, but the text, structure and examples must be new, and you should tell us in your pitch about any related work you have published.
Is this the official InterWorldRadio.net contributor programme?
No. These guidelines apply only to InterWorldRadioNet.com, an independent companion blog. Writing for us does not give you a role on the main publication. For questions about the official site, use the contact page on interworldradio.net, because we cannot answer or pass on messages on its behalf.
