Radio Flashcards
Who is the host of the Radio 1 breakfast show?
Greg James
Who is the host of the Capital FM show?
Roman Kemp
What is the charters purpose?
An agreement made in exchange for its annual government funding, a limited way they can govern the BBC
What is 1st public purpose of the BBC?
To provide impartial news and information to help people understand and engage with the world.
What is the 2nd public purpose of the BBC?
To support learning for people of all ages.
What is the 3rd public purpose of the BBC?
To show the most creative, highest quality and distinctive output and services.
What is the 4th public purpose of the BBC?
To reflect, represent and serve the diverse communities of all the UK’s nations and religions.
What is the 5th public purpose of the BBC?
To reflect the UK, it’s culture and values to the world.
How does the BBC reflect the 4th public purpose in its production?
The BBC spreads its production across the country in places such as Sulford and Bristol instead of being Londoncentric.
How many unique songs do Radio 1 and Capital FM play annually?
Radio 1: 2000 different songs per year
Capital FM: 600 different songs per year
What is the 1st part of Radio 1’s service license?
The Remit:
-It must entertain and engage
-It must have a mix of distinctive and contemporary music
-It must be aimed at a TA of 15-29 year olds
-It must be a platform for news, documentaries and live music
What is the 2nd part of Radio 1’s service license?
The Scope of the Licence:
-It must be available every day
-It must be accessible on FM, DAB and on more channels elsewhere (eg internet)
-It must be available for limited time after airing
What is the 3rd part of Radio 1’s service license?
The Service Budget:
-Radio 1 has a budget of £35 million, with the whole BBC being £4 billion
-Greg Jame’s salary is £400K
What is the 4th part of Radio 1’s service license?
Overview of aims and objectives:
-It must be high quality, original and innovative
-It must have an original mix of music and entertainment
-It must encourage listeners to take part
What are the key characteristics of Capital FM?
-Private
-Mates around a table
-7.4 million listeners
-Adverts that are paid per 1000ppl
-Station started in London but broadcasted nationally
-15-34 year old TA
What are the key characteristics of Radio 1?
-Public service station
-Greg James talking to the audience
-5.4 million listeners
-Funded by BBC budget
-Nationwide
-15-29 year old TA
What does RAJAR stand for and what does it do?
Radio Joint Audience Research:
-A non profit company founded in 1992
-Record statistics for 50 weeks per year
-Ask 1 in every 12,000 people in the UK to help record
-Results are recorded and extrapolated
What does MIDAS stand for and what does it do?
Measurement of Internet Delivered Audio Services:
-Founded in 2012
-Measures DAB usage for different activities
-Biggest 3 activities are driving, relaxing and doing chores
