BBC2 vs VOA

REVIEW-BBC 2
BBC 2 is the UK based radio station. BBC 2 is very popular radio station in UK. It was launched in 30th September 1967. Its frequency is 88.1-90.2 FM. It’s owned by the BBC and BBC radio.
The station focuses on the adult listeners mainly aged between 25 and above. But now it’s trying to grab the attention of the younger generation as well.
BBC 2 in an info-entertainment radio station. It has both entertainment and side by side provides information on many things such as safety majors, travelling and others. There is also news broadcasted on BBC 2.
BBC 2 light music mainly. But it also plays classical rock, jazz, folk music, country and western music. BBC 2 also has biographies and documentaries on the lives of the various artists and famous personalities.
Many programmes of BBC 2 are broadcasted on BBC 1 such as HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU. It also plays dramas like BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF.
BBC 2 not only has minority interest entertainment but also the public service function of education and community broadcasting.
Programmes of BBC 2:-
‘Wake Up To Wagon’ hosted by Terry with music, news and chat.
Radchiffife and Macone- The music live sessions and guest pundits.
Mike Hardings show in which there are folk, roots and acoustic music.
Pick Of The Pop.
BBC 2 also has special featured programmes such as Babra Streisand,The Way I Am, Bristish Steel and others.
BBC 2 Rj’s talk in a very lively manner and involves listeners into their thoughts. Overall, BBC 2 takes care of both sides of the life of its listeners. It entertains them as well as provides them with the immense information.




















REVIEW-VOICE OF AMERICA (VOA)

It’s an official radio service of the United States. Its outsight entity is the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG).
It’s the radio station which is broadcasted in 46 languages. Voice of America is broadcasted by satellite and on FM, AM and short wave radio frequencies.
The programmes broadcasted on Voice of America provide news, information, education and cultural programmes. The main agenda of VOA is to spread a good vibe about America to the world.
It’s a radio station of music format and has soft and melodious station sound.
It caters with 15-40 age groups.
The programmes that are broadcasted on VOICE of AMERICA are:
Border Crossing – music format- hosted by Larry London.
Top 20 Countdown – music format –it’s based on current hits hosted by Ray McDonald where he plays 20 singles and albums.
Country Hits USA- music & informative- this show has new and budding talent. It’s hosted by Mary Mornigstar.
Roots and Branches- music format- this program includes best of rock and country music and is hosted by Katherine Cole where she plays only music of different genre and also invites singers and song writers for interview.
The target audiences are of 15-40 age groups i.e it mainly caters to the young generation of the country. The songs are selected according to the preference of young generation.
VOA Music Mix has a unique format which is only available from VOA. VOA has news bulletins after every hour. There are phone-ins, occasion, interviews and lots more.
The radio station does not have any JINGLE or TAGLINE. There are no ADVERTISEMENTS. But it has very good and soft station sound.
There are very less promos and there are no sparklers on the radio station.




















INDIAN FM RADIO STATIONS AS COMPARED TO FOREIGN RADIO STATIONS.

The FM radios are new in India. Indian Fm stations are still in development stage whereas radio stations of Britain and America are spread and developed long back ago.
Foreign radio stations have fully organized websites which includes all information about the radio station. One can listen to them according to their time and preference. On the other hand, Indian Fm stations do have online radio websites but they are not well organized and are not updated frequently.
The Rj’s of both Indian and Foreign radio stations are best to their jobs. All of them gets involves themselves as well as the listeners into the programme.
The subject or topic they pick is related to the particular areas depending upon the demand and need of the listeners.
The songs selection of both Indian and Foreign radio station depends on the taste of the listeners.
The big difference between the Indian FM radio stations and foreign radio stations is that in India no FM radio station broadcasts news. It’s only AIR which can provide news on the radio. As compared to this, foreign radio stations can broadcast news without any issues.
Thou, Indian FM radio stations provide information about many social issues but lacks in following them properly. Foreign radio stations also have DOCUMENTARIES and DRAMAS which Indian FM radio stations lacks.
These were the few different features which differentiate Indian FM radio stations with foreign radio stations.

As I See....

In earlier times tv, radio and newspapers were the only source of news for the people. But with the verge of internet in almost each and every field, it can be considered as one of the most important and common source of media related searches and activities.
These days every news channel and newspaper has got their own websites and every bit of news gets published on these websites. No matter where you are can get to know the news around you with just one click. Without getting a newspaper or writing any news channels, one can get to know all the news one needs to know.

THE HINDU

The HINDU is one of the leading daily English newspaper in the country, HINDU was one of the first newspapers to launch its own website in 1995. Looking at THE HINDU website, its design is quite simple and basic. Move over, follows a generic format. The website does not have features which can attract the attention of the viewer. The website also is not full of advertisements, like in some of the other websites. There is a separate column for all the advertisements.

MSNBC

MSNBC is an US based website. It is visually very rich. There are various pictures posted on the website which gives you an overview of the story inside. Looking at the website, the format seems to be complicated. The website although has less advertisements as compared to the Indian websites, but the articles and the other features are quite jumbled up. Personally, I didn’t find the website too interesting as it couldn’t hold me watching at it for a long time.

THE TIMES OF INDIA

The Times of India is probably the leading daily newspaper in India. It is owned by Bennett and Coleman Co & Ltd. The Times of India website is a complete package of news, information and entertainment. The website is well designed and is visually very appealing. The format on which the website is designed is very easy to access and each and every section is properly highlighted. One can easily go through the whole website. The language is simple and reader can enjoy reading the whole articles without any trouble. Besides all the above mentioned features, the website has videos which give you an overview of the story inside.
The website also has a blog section which helps an individual to express his/her opinion about a particular issue. This helps in getting a response of the reader about the overall happenings.
Personally, I am very satisfied with TOI website. And whenever I have to look for any media related activities I always log onto the TOI website. So, all my votes go in favour of the TOI website.

FIRST WEEK IN AJKMCRC

"An eye full of hope; an eye full of dreams; an eye that look forward to the future.. An eye that see JAMIA as a road-a road of help; a road that will lead to ultimate success." That's what JAMIA means for me....and I always wanted to pursue my career in the field of journalism.

Getting admission in JAMIA was like a dream come true. After completing the admission formalities, our orientation took place. We were briefed about the course and course contents. I really enjoyed the lectures conducted by Mr. Obaid Siddiqui and Mr. Amit Sen Gupta. At that time, I actually realized that YES, this is the right place for me.

The first day at AKJMCRC was very interesting. We headed for our lecture halls.... After the teachers introductory session, we were straight into BUSINESS. At the orientation Ms. Moina Khan had described this whole two year journey as "ROLLER COASTER RIDE" and it is actually one of a kind.

Since the first day till now we have been dealing with a very hectic schedule starting from morning to evening. I guess now we have come in a proper professional environment. AJKMCRC was totally a new place, new environment, new people and schedule being so tight and hectic, so it took some time to really adjust to the surroundings and personnel. But gradually and slowly, I’m getting acquainted to the new course. It feels really different from the bachelor course, the difference being the workload. At the end of the day I feel really tired and exhausted.

Apart from the rigorous classes, I’m really enjoying my multimedia lab and most importantly my classmates and the fun we have together at Fx!!

All the classmates are supportive and co-operative to each other which feels good, keeping in view that everybody has come from a different place and background. Talking about the teachers, they are very professional and to be honest they mean "business". I hope I can live up to their expectation and progress, which leads to success at every point. Just looking forward for the better things to come my way.....