In the era of radio broadcasting, this means of communication was the only way to communicate with the society and people had access to news, music, entertainment and cultural programs through it. Thus, nostalgia radio was not only a means of entertainment, but also a symbol of the past and old experiences that naturally evoked feelings of nostalgia.

Today, with the advancement of technology and the emergence of new media, radio is used less, but still many people return to their past and enjoy listening to old radio programs. Also, many radio networks incorporate nostalgia into their programs, and this phrase is used as a sign of going back to the past when things were simpler.