Radio: Introduction to radio
BBC Sounds Read this Guardian feature on the launch of BBC Sounds and answer the following questions: 1) Why does the article suggest that ‘on the face of it, BBC Radio is in rude health’? The BBC 'is in rude health' because it was founded almost a century ago and it had been based around an era of broadcasting that was designed towards a comprehensive offering: a shared listening - and the viewing - experience. However because of the increase in popularity of subscriptions such as Netflix and Spotify people no longer need to listen to a playlist or a schedule that does not perfectly suit their needs. 2) What percentage of under-35s use the BBC iPlayer catch-up radio app? 3% 3) What is BBC Sounds? “new app and website that formally launches on Tuesday ”. It will bring radio livestreams, catchup services, music mixes and podcasts together under one roof . 4) How do audiences listen to radio content in the digital age? " Convincing people to break their existing hab