Womans hour Flashcards
How does host Emma Barnett generate an audience?
An experienced broadcaster and journalist - especially for the BBC as she previously did the BBC radio 5 late morning show. She also does an Agony Aunt column in The Sunday Times meaning she is unafraid to cover potentially taboo or controversial topics whilst being open and honest.
How does host Anita Rani generate an audience?
She is an established TV presenter, specifically to the BBC (as she was a presenter on Countryfile). Her Indian ethnicity and her celebration of this beings diveristy to the show too - more people can personally identify with her.
Is the show subjectively female?
No, feminine topics such as IVF and women’s sexual health are female centric. But, more gender-neutral topics are covered too, such as family dynamics and grief - men may be interested in the female perspectives of these issues.
How is the show interactive?
U+G SOCIAL INTERACTION.
The show encourages an interactive relationship with listeners. Audiences are invited to join in discussions live on air through applying on social media and the WH website, means more in depth and widening discussions. Audiences can also communicate ab out the show on social media too, and send the show their own viewpoint on the topics covered.
Who does the show specialise towards?
Women, it is one of the only BBC shows which does this. Curran and seaton = challenges the idea of profit centred industries as it is a niche, specialised show.
How does technology attract the WH audience?
Can be listened to live every weekday at 10am, or on catch up on BBC sounds. Also can catch up on the woman’s hour daily podcast, where subscribers are notified when a new episode is released.
How is the show stripped and why is this a benefit?
It is on at the same time of the day and the same days each week. This means that audiences who listen live can associate the show with a part of their day - encouraging loyalty and dedicated listeners.
Dec 2023 hard hitting topic example
Sharron Gaffka talks about female being spiked, and talks about her own personal experience.
Dec 2023 lighthearted topic example
Discussion about family dynamics at Christmas
Oct 2023 hard hitting topic example
Singer Leanne Pinnock talks about her experience of facing racism in the music industry as a black female
Oct 2023 lighthearted topic example
Black British Book festival
How is the omnibus attractive?
There is an omnibus every Saturday at 4pm which reflects changing audience behaviour as many women would be busy or working on week days
How is the fact it is a niche show attractive?
It is made by the BBC, which is a highly regarded corporation. As it is a public service broadcaster it can afford to make niche shows - meaning WH is one of a kind and similar shows won’t be as easily accessible anywhere else.
