The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent agency of the United States government that regulates communications by RADIO, television, wire, satellite, and cable. The FCC has a concern with MEDIA, RADIO, and PAYOLA. MEDIA is a form of communication such as newspapers, magazines, television, and RADIO. RADIO is a form of communication that uses electromagnetic waves to transmit signals. PAYOLA is the illegal practice of paying RADIO stations to play certain songs or artists.