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  • Therapist, Companion, and Friend: The Under-appreciated Role of Talkback Radio in Australia

    Author(s)
    Ewart, J
    Griffith University Author(s)
    Ewart, Jacqueline A.
    Year published
    2011
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    Abstract
    The positive role that some forms of talkback radio play in the lives of audiences has received relatively little attention from researchers. Participants in a study that explored why Australian talkback radio program audiences listen to and call particular programs revealed engagement with this form of radio makes a significant contribution to their sense of well being. Study participants identified that these programs provide them with therapy and a valued sense of connection to community. For the lonely, talkback radio offered companionship and the opportunity to develop friendships. This article explores how ...
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    The positive role that some forms of talkback radio play in the lives of audiences has received relatively little attention from researchers. Participants in a study that explored why Australian talkback radio program audiences listen to and call particular programs revealed engagement with this form of radio makes a significant contribution to their sense of well being. Study participants identified that these programs provide them with therapy and a valued sense of connection to community. For the lonely, talkback radio offered companionship and the opportunity to develop friendships. This article explores how talkback radio contributes to audience members' well being.
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    Journal Title
    Journal of Radio and Audio Media
    Volume
    18
    Issue
    2
    DOI
    https://doi.org/10.1080/19376529.2011.615775
    Subject
    Media Studies
    Film, Television and Digital Media
    Journalism and Professional Writing
    Publication URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/10072/42239
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