[johnfowles]

Originally Posted by Jim Nasium

John, I'm in Hicksville UK. When I listen to BBC Radio 2 here in the UK, I here the presenter tell us he has a text from Dogsville Ohio, saying "Enjoying the program here in Dogsville" How do they pick up BBC programs?

Ah ha an easy one that is the difference between BBC Radio which is not restricted in any way and can be heard by everybody on the internet everywhere without paying any corporation for a licence and BBC television
the "why?" in my quote was a link too
http://iplayerhelp.external.bbc.co.u...e_uk/outsideuk

Can I use BBC iPlayer outside the UK?
Rights agreements mean that BBC iPlayer television programmes are only available to users to download or stream (Click to Play) in the UK. However, we are aware of demand for an international version. BBC Worldwide has recently launched the BBC iPlayer App for iPad and iPhone in various countries. Visit the BBC IPlayer (Global) YouTube channel for further information.
Most radio programmes are available outside the UK in addition to
podcasts, although sporting and other programmes may be subject to rights agreements.
In addition, highlights from many of BBC News' programmes are available for viewers outside the UK, as is BBC Sport video content.
Do make sure you check for the latest updates on BBC iPlayer or contact your own country's broadcasters to find out if they offer a similar service to BBC iPlayer
As said a similar reason applies to the reverse
so you in Hicksville can listen to the sophistication of radio broadcasts from New York (including inane Geico adverts) or Toronto but might have trouble watching their television on line