Echoes of the Airwaves: Piracy and Message

This chapter uncovers the intriguing history of unauthorized radio transmissions, focusing on a significant incident from 1959 in Arkansas where a voice promoting racial integration disrupted a TV broadcast. It also examines other notable signal hijackings including the 1977 Vrillon incident in the UK and the Max Headroom event in 1987, showcasing the eccentric and unpredictable nature of broadcast media.