Compare the two talk shows:

  1. Describe the range of topics and the typical callers/participants on the shows. Also consider the pace of each show, the musical intros and outros (or conclusions), the tone and language style of the host and contributors, and other elements.
  2. Analyze the similarities and differences of the shows. How does each program work to engage a listener? Are there patterns?
  3. Interpret each show’s ultimate effect. Do the talk shows seem to be open to a wide range of topics and various points of view? Are the talk shows creating a democratic discussion, an entertaining sideshow. or both?
  4. Evaluate the role of talk radio in American democracy. Do both the NPR and commercial radio shows create a democratic forum for marginalized people and ideas?
  5. Engagement. If you were to become involved in talk radio, what format would you choose? Consider launching a talk show on your college station. What sort of innovations could you bring to the format?
    1) https://tunein.com/radio/Conservative-Talk-c57917/ 2) https://tunein.com/radio/Progressive-Talk-c57925/

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