AFRTS
Could easily see some form of AFN continuing post TDM. The resources are there; AFN did mobile broadcasts from various FTXs in Korea in the 90s, division PAOs have editing gear, and Army PSYOP Units have broadcast capability as well. Maybe not TV, but definitely radio. By 1998/99 there’s probably going to be three lines of programming: officially controlled news with a heavy helping of “why we fight” and minimal mention of stateside conditions; music and other entertainment programming (audio tracks from tv shows like old radio plays?); and command information split between the typical “AFN commercial”, things like UCMJ proceedings/punishments (especially for looting, desertion, and insubordination), “explaining” why mail and news from home has been slow, and actual useful tips like how to patch your kit or boil your water.
All of this will in one way or another be driven by military journalists and reporters. Some of the current generation’s work is on the DVIDS website. Or for a laugh, search AFN commercials on YouTube. It’ll take you back to the good old days…
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