Rules
For listeners & DJs

Please follow all these rules. Action will be taken against those who disagree, and the outcome will depend on the severity and intent for rule breaking.

For DJs

1. You must be on IRC and in #gwradio during your show, for the full duration. This applies to both scheduled and freelance shows. If, for some reason, you cannot connect to IRC (or the channel), please contact Mike or one of the Council Members.

2. You must not distribute the password for any reason. This includes giving it friends so they can try it out, or mini-modding the server (i.e. thinking someone should have a show so you give them access to the server without permission by Mike, or following proper application procedures). Even if a DJ has applied, they will be informed of their acceptance/denial as quickly as possible, including their right to use the server. Failure to comply with this rule will be dealt with severely. Furthermore, leaving show details saved on a publically accessible computer is not allowed, and you will be held responsible for any unauthorized users connecting through your mistake.

3. Insulting other DJs or listeners is not allowed. A little joke about someones sexual preference or what position you screwed their mother in the previous night is fun, but don't take it too far. You will be contacted and dealt with if the victim contacts the GWRadio Council with a complaint.

4. You may only broadcast during your allotted broadcast slot, or during a freelance period (a slot where no show is scheduled). This includes overlapping someones show, or jumping on too early. Furthermore, be fair with shows. If you have been doing a 2hour freelance show, and another DJ requests an hour after that, disconnect and allow them access. This promotes fair use with the server.

5. Broadcasting other media is strictly prohibited. You may not attempt to broadcast video over the connection, despite the fact it will not work. If you want to broadcast shows to people, find your own way using your own server.

6. Late starts are OK, but it is preferred that you arrive a few minutes before your show begins, in order to prepare. If you are constantly late by significant periods of time, you will be contacted to discuss the problem.

7. Missing entire shows without reason is not accepted. If you are unable to make a show, please contact a Council Member in advance, stating the reason and show details. Failure to do so, or constant show skipping will force us to take action.

8. Music tagging is a must have. Ensure all your mp3 files are tagged correctly, to keep users fully informed of what is currently playing. Furthermore, tags that suggest titles other than what is actually being broadcasted are not accepted. For example, playing "Aqua - Barbie Girl" while claiming to play "Opeth - The Baying Of The Hounds" through tags (or other means) is forbidden, even if it is a joke.

9. Due to the upkeep of good quality, 56k (or less!) users are not allowed to broadcast shows. Either upgrade to a more modern connection, or do not attempt to broadcast.

10. You may post a "first time" topic for your show, but after that do not post more topics unless there is something special or important about the show (For example, an x-mas show is different from the normal).

Listener rules obviously apply to you as well.

For Listeners

1. Respect DJs at all times. If they choose to play a certain genre of music or song that you choose to dislike, all is fair in showing your disgust slightly, but do not insult or comment on the DJs music tastes. The key word here is CHOICE. Furthermore, please respect the musical preferences of other listeners.

2. If a DJ refuses to play your request, or say something for you on-air, do not kick up a fuss. After all, it is their show, they control the content.

3. Simply do not hassle DJs, listeners or GWR Council members, you'll only get banned from the IRC channel and even from listening all together.

4. Do not attempt to draw the password from other DJs or council members, as you will not be given it. If you want to broadcast, apply through the correct methods.

Forum Rules

All parent rules apply. That is, any general rules for GW should be followed. This includes flaming, spamming and bad posting habits.