Tuesday, May 6, 2025

A Radio Postcard Journey - 57


Retro Radio Birthday Wish from Europe.A charming "Happy Birthday, Let's Dance!" postcard featuring a retro radio design by Jill White has been spotted. This cheerful card is marketed by BIZARR VERLAG, located at UNTERE WEIDENSTR. 26, 81543 München, and proudly printed within the European Union. The central theme of this postcard is a classic radio, evoking a sense of nostalgia and an invitation to celebrate with music.


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Monday, May 5, 2025

தபால்தலை சேகரிப்பு மற்றும் போஸ்ட்கிராசிங் - கோடைக்கால பயிற்சி முகாம்

சென்னை மயிலாப்பூரில் தபால்தலை சேகரிப்பு மற்றும் போஸ்ட்கிராசிங் குறித்த கோடைக்கால பயிற்சி முகாமினை போஸ்டலி ஹட் மற்றும் மெட்ராஸ் போஸ்ட்கிராசிங் கம்யூன் இணைந்து நடத்தி வருகிறது.


தபால்தலை சேகரிப்பு மற்றும் போஸ்ட்கிராசிங் குறித்த 5 நாள் கோடைக்கால பயிற்சி முகாமில் மூன்றாம் வாரமாக, மே 11, 2025 அன்று "அஞ்சல் தலைகளைக் கண்டறிவோம்" என்ற தலைப்பிலான இந்த இலவச பயிற்சி முகாம் அனைத்து வயதினருக்குமானதாகும். இது சென்னை, மயிலாப்பூர், நாகேஸ்வர ராவ் பூங்கா, லஸ் அவென்யூ, முகவரியில் உள்ள செஸ் சதுக்கத்தில் மாலை 4:00 மணி முதல் 6:00 மணி வரை நடைபெறும்.


இந்த பயனுள்ள தகவலை வெளியிட்ட KYN-க்கு எங்கள் மனமார்ந்த நன்றிகள். தபால்தலை சேகரிப்பில் ஆர்வமுள்ள அனைவரும் இந்த வாய்ப்பைப் பயன்படுத்திக் கொள்ளும்படி கேட்டுக் கொள்கிறோம். பதிவு செய்ய இணைப்பு கருத்துப்பெட்டியில் உள்ளது.


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Sunday, May 4, 2025

A Radio Postcard Journey - 56


News ReportFinnish Postcard Features Vintage RadioA unique postcard, featuring a vintage valve radio, has been circulating through the Postcrossing community. The card, marketed by Kehvola and available at KEHVOLA website, was printed in Finland on EU Ecolabelled paper.


Illustrated by Timo Manttari, this "Mummo" card prominently displays the radio, categorizing it as a "radio postcard." The card was sent by a Postcrossing user named Pampunk from Finland.


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A workshop on the art of postcard writing


 A workshop on the art of postcard writing took place in Chennai, as part of a five-part series. The event featured several speakers who shared their expertise and insights on various aspects of postcard culture and history.


Deepthi Suresh delivered a lecture on the Art of Postcard Writing, exploring the creative and communicative potential of this traditional medium. SIPA (South India Philatelists' Association) President, Mr. Rolands Nelson, spoke about Mehadoot Postcards, a specific type of Indian postcard with historical and cultural significance. Ms. Devi Sivaraman discussed Permanent Pictorial Cancellation, a postal marking that adds an artistic and collectible element to postcards.


The workshop was held on May 4, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Nageswara Rao Park, Chess Square, Mylapore, Chennai. This event was the second in the five-part workshop series.


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Chennai Celebrates Guglielmo Marconi's 151st Birthday with Postcard Release.

A special event was held today at the University of Madras Post Office to celebrate the 151st birth anniversary of Guglielmo Marconi, the pioneer of radio technology. Seven picture postcards, titled "POSTCARDS FOR MARCONI," were released to commemorate the occasion.


The postcards were released by Mr. Rolands Nelson, President of the South India Philalists Association, Chennai. The event, which took place at 3:00 PM, was organized by Dr. T. Jaisakthivel. The postcards were created by Postally Postcards.


Guglielmo Marconi is renowned for his invention of the wireless telegraph, a foundational technology for modern radio. The release of these postcards serves as a tribute to his significant contributions to the world of communication.


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Friday, May 2, 2025

A Radio Postcard Journey - 55


Look what just arrived – a super fun and quirky radio related postcard that's got me bopping along! This vibrant turquoise card features a cool cartoon mouse sporting a backwards baseball cap with a big "M" on it and a chunky gold chain with another "M" pendant. This little dude is clearly feeling the beat!


Next to our hip hop rodent is a classic boombox, blasting out some serious sound waves (indicated by the wavy lines emanating from it). The boombox is detailed with all the retro buttons and speakers we remember (or have seen in old movies!).


But the real charm lies in the German text: "Meine Eltern hören gute Musik,... ob sie wollen oder nicht!" Which translates to: "My parents listen to good music,... whether they want to or not!"


Isn't that just the best?! This postcard perfectly captures that youthful exuberance and the slightly mischievous joy of sharing your awesome taste in music with... well, everyone, including potentially less-enthusiastic parents!


This postcard is such a delightful little snapshot of a fun, music and radio-loving spirit. It makes me wonder about the story behind it – who sent it, and what kind of "good music" was being blasted? Was it 80s hip hop, maybe some early techno, or perhaps even some catchy German tunes? The possibilities are endless!


It's a reminder of the power of music to connect (or maybe slightly annoy!) generations. It also makes me appreciate the simple joy of receiving a physical piece of mail, especially one as fun and expressive as this.


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Thursday, May 1, 2025

A Radio Postcard Journey - 54


This postcard, sent by Bran from Spain in 2022 via Postcrossing, offers a delightfully quirky and summery scene. Published by EDITORIAL FISA ESCUDO DE ORO, S.A. and printed in Spain, the card features a charming Yorkshire Terrier sporting a pair of oversized headphones. The backdrop is a vibrant and bustling beach scene, complete with sunbathers and colorful umbrellas, evoking the lively atmosphere of the "Costa del Sol" as indicated by the text at the top.


The juxtaposition of the adorable dog engrossed in its music against the sunny beach setting creates a playful and engaging image. The bright colors and the overall composition make for a visually appealing postcard.


I categorize this postcard under the radio postcard theme because of the prominent inclusion of a Sony Walkman. The Walkman, positioned next to the dog, clearly displays its AM and FM bands on the dial scale. This detail firmly anchors the postcard to the realm of radio and portable audio technology. It's a fun and unexpected way to combine a beach scene with a nod to audio entertainment.


The printed text, "Prohibida la reproducción total o parcial," a standard copyright notice, reminds us of the card's origin and the protection of its image. Overall, this is a charming and unique postcard that brings a smile and a touch of Spanish sunshine.



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