The Network

This audiobook explores the captivating tale of America's airwaves through the lens of a remarkable forty-year friendship between media mogul David Sarnoff and brilliant inventor Edwin Armstrong. It chronicles their collaboration on transformative technologies, including the modern radio transmitter and FM radio, highlighting Sarnoff's vision for communication's future and his controversial role in the battles over airwave control. As Armstrong's inventions sparked both innovation and conflict, this story also delves into the ensuing struggles involving government and corporate interests that continue to shape our communication landscape today.