War of the Worlds
Narrative and background
War of the Worlds, a science-fiction novel by author HG Wells, was first published in 1898. It is a story of alien invasion and war between mankind and an extra-terrestrial race from Mars.
In terms of historical context, War of the Worlds was broadcasted a year before the beginning of World War 2, In the same year, Nazi Germany invaded both Austria and Czechoslovakia sparking fear of Invasion and war. The majority of the public recieved information on current affairs through radio. At
At the time War of the Worlds was broadcasted, the public didn’t know much about the idea of hybrid genres and was unfamiliar with it especially with radio.
Columbia Broadcasting Company (CBC) , An American broadcasting television and radio company, still around in the present day.
Shirky, The public audience is changing over time, passive to act on areas as technology changes more people can participate.
Hesmondhalgh, the idea of a risky business within media, “the cultural industries constitute a particularly risky business“
LIFE HACKS
Audiences: Life hacksradio 1 product has a public service status as part of BBC
Industries: Life Hacks shows how industry targets niche audiences
Life Hacks reflects acceptance of diversity and degree of openness in contemporary culture around personal, social and identity issues
Identification of funding for Radio 1 through license fee, concept of hypothecated tax
How are the programmes constructed to appeal to a youth audience?
The content that is presented within the show is mainly focused on topics that are conflicted within a younger generation- such as: depression, anxiety, stress with exams as well as university and student life. Also, the presenters would allow the audience to gain a personal relationship with them due to the fact that the audience has an insight on their personal life which would allow them to respond in a positive and relatable way.
AUDIENCE:
1) What is the target audience for BBC Radio 1?The target audience is 15-29 year olds.
2) Who is the actual audience for BBC Radio 1?
Only 41% are in the target audience age range
their median age is 32.90% are white.
58% ABC1
Population average 55%
3) What audience pleasures are offered by Life Hacks? Apply Blumler and Katz’s Uses and Gratifications theory
Diversion: listening to different podcasts( reflecting what you are going through)- able to escape from what you are going through by seeking help and allowing yourself to listen to other people’s stories etc.
Personal identity: Being able to relate to stories being told and seeing your character reflected in the different topics mentioned.
Personal relationships: the feeling of support that is experienced as a result of knowing that there is an area/space for advice and help- knowing that people are going through the same thing as you.