Radio- Have You Heard George's Podcast? (Component 1) Flashcards
(17 cards)
The episode entitled “Sabrina’s Boy” is based on which US celebrity?
50 Cent
Stretch: what social cultural issue does this particular episode explore? Why is this contextually important?
What platform is Have You Heard George’s Podcast exclusive to?
BBC Sounds
Stretch: What benefits are there for HYHGP being on a popular app like BBC Sounds?
Stretch: WAS HYHGP always a BBC SOunds exclusive? Why is this contextually important?
What was the American award that George the Poet won?
The Peabody Award.
Stretch: Why is this contextually significant? Consider audience appeal and digital convergence.
Why are episodes of HYHGP? unconventional?
- They include rhythmic audio (such as poetry and rap/hip hop)
- Each episode has a different narrative/story, that interweaves with different episodes on occassions.
What are some of the main topics discussed on Have You Heard George’s Podcast?
Social, political and racial injustice, supported by Gorge’s own experience growing up a black man.
Eg Black Lives Matter, Education, the ‘black’ experience in the UK and abroad
What issue does A Grenfell Story refer to?
The Grenfell Disaster that occurred in 2017 in which a building burned down in an impoverished area (Kensington) and caused over 70 deaths.
What are the 3 key parts of the BBC’s Remit?
To Inform, Entertain and Educate
Stretch: Name the 5 public purposes of the BBC. Why are these important in how they impact production, distribution and circulation?
What university did George the Poet attend as a student?
University of Cambridge
Stretch: Why is this significant to the production of HYHGP?? How is George the Poet a role model for certain audiences?
What is the 50:20:12 target of the BBC’s Diversity Plan?
For 50% of the workplace to be women, 20% to be people of colour and 12% to be people who are disabled
Stretch: How does this impact the production of HYHGP?
In terms of funding, what are the main differences between a public service broadcaster (PSB) and commercial radio?
PSBs, like the BBC, are funded primarily through a tax or levy, such as TV Licence Fee, whereas commercial radio relies on advertisements, sponsorships and product placement such as their logo being featured throughout a podcast or advertisement.
Stretch: how do economic contexts influence a radio programme’s production, distribution or circulation?
When did Internet radio emerge?
1990
How can you apply Henry Jenkins’ Fandom Theory to HYHGP?
Fans of the podcast can submit fan art to the ‘Common Ground’ website and George the Poet will choose his favourite to be the thumbnail for an episode of the podcast.
What are 2 institutions that were investigated for racial discrimination in the UK and why?
The Metropolitan Police in relation to the treatment of black people
The School System due to disproportionate exclusion of black children within schools.
Stretch: why is this socially/culturally significant in how it influences the production of HYHGP?
What is the mission of the BBC as a British public service broadcaster, according to its Royal Charter?
To act in the public interest, serving all audiences by providing impartial, high-quality, and distinctive output and services that inform, educate, and entertain.
What does the BBC Sounds app help the BBC achieve?
It helps the BBC reach youth audiences in new ways and potentially encourages a new generation to see the value of public service broadcasting.
What are the main issues that shape ‘Have You Heard George’s Podcast?’
Issues of diversity and inclusion have become significant in recent years, especially after the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020.
