Dan Holliman, demi-God and Icon sez:
>
>I am still pretty sure saying "SHIT" on the airwaves
>would be considered obscene though, maybe clear channel
>doesn't care.
Legally, "shit" is considered indecent, not obscene.
Indecent language can only legally be broadcast
between 10 PM and 6 AM (the so called safe harbor).
Deep pocket broadcasters are known to flaunt
this law to appear hip, cool, edgy and are willing
to pay the FCC fine. They consider it a marketing
expense.
So, just because you hear the word "shit" on
the radio during non-safe harbor hours doesn't
mean it is allowed on TV or radio.
cheers,
mike
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