One intriguing fact is how early attempts to control the airwaves led to landmark cases challenging free speech. The book traces radio's journey from a niche technology to a dominant form of mass communication, examining the ethical lapses and political interference that often went unnoticed.
It adopts a narrative non-fiction style, presenting complex legal and historical information in an accessible manner. The book begins with the early days of radio and its initial controversies, then moves through the Golden Age of Scandal, and culminates with an analysis of the legal battles and regulatory changes that reshaped the industry.