Radio Cultures
The Sound Medium in American Life
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Published:5th Feb '08
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Exploring the influence of radio on society, Radio Cultures highlights its role in empowering marginalized groups and addressing discrimination.
The book Radio Cultures delves into the profound impact that radio has had on the social and cultural landscape of the nation since its emergence nearly a century ago. Authored by esteemed scholars, the chapters explore a diverse range of topics, shedding light on how this influential medium has shaped the experiences of various non-mainstream communities throughout its history. By examining the narratives of these often overlooked groups, the book reveals how they have harnessed the power of radio to challenge and resist discrimination and bias.
In Radio Cultures, readers will find a comprehensive analysis of the audio medium's role in political, economic, and religious spheres. The authors investigate how radio has been utilized not just as a source of entertainment, but as a platform for marginalized voices to assert their identity and advocate for their rights. This exploration highlights the dynamic interplay between radio and society, showcasing how this medium has both reflected and influenced the cultural zeitgeist.
Ultimately, Radio Cultures offers a fresh perspective on the significance of radio as a tool for empowerment and social change. It encourages readers to consider the lasting effects of this medium on contemporary culture and the ways in which it continues to shape our understanding of community and identity.
«A giant among radio scholars, Michael C. Keith has done it again with a new collection of essays from leading researchers. The depth and breadth of the book’s topics is impressive and meaningful and constitutes an invaluable document for scholars of broadcasting and all who teach and study radio.» (Donald G. Godfrey, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University)
«Michael C. Keith, the foremost champion of radio studies, has assembled the pantheon of scholars in the field for this fascinating anthology. Their collective work leaves readers with a heightened sense of the medium’s profound impact in the United States and its reflection of American diversity.» (Mary Ann Watson, Eastern Michigan University)
«As usual, Michael C. Keith has found yet another way to make a significant and unique contribution to radio studies. ‘Radio Cultures’ is brilliantly organized to simultaneously fill several gaps in the literature of the sound medium. He has recruited an excellent team of contributors to create a work that covers key issues both little-known and misunderstood.» (Pete Orlik, Central Michigan University)
«Michael C. Keith has brought together an outstanding set of original essays covering a broad array of topics that show how deeply embedded radio is in American culture.» (Michael Brown, Professor, University of Wyoming; Editor, ‘Journal of Radio and Audio Media’)
«A giant among radio scholars, Michael C. Keith has done it again with a new collection of essays from leading researchers. The depth and breadth of the book’s topics is impressive and meaningful and constitutes an invaluable document for scholars of broadcasting and all who teach and study radio.» (Donald G. Godfrey, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University)
«Michael C. Keith, the foremost champion of radio studies, has assembled the pantheon of scholars in the field for this fascinating anthology. Their collective work leaves readers with a heightened sense of the medium’s profound impact in the United States and its reflection of American diversity.» (Mary Ann Watson, Eastern Michigan University)
«As usual, Michael C. Keith has found yet another way to make a significant and unique contribution to radio studies. ‘Radio Cultures’ is brilliantly organized to simultaneously fill several gaps in the literature of the sound medium. He has recruited an excellent team of contributors to create a work that covers key issues both little-known and misunderstood.» (Pete Orlik, Central Michigan University)
«Michael C. Keith has brought together an outstanding set of original essays covering a broad array of topics that show how deeply embedded radio is in American culture.» (Michael Brown, Professor, University of Wyoming; Editor, ‘Journal of Radio and Audio Media’)
ISBN: 9780820488653
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 660g
352 pages
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