The Radio Handbook (Paperback)

This is a comprehensive guide to the theory, history and practice of radio broadcasting. The authors consider the rationale behind radio production; the organization of the radio station and the scope of its technology; and the ways in which the radio text connects with the cultural experience of its listeners. The handbook offers in-depth practical advice on many aspects: on learning about radio; style; the layout of a radio station; the tools of broadcasting; the importance of the voice in broadcasting; production techniques; and finally the programme itself, including outside broadcasts and coverage of elections and sport.;This title is concerned with the theoretical and ethical aspects of radio journalism, as well as the practical side, enabling students to develop an informed understanding of how and why radio works.