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MACMILLAN Radio Fun and the BBC Variety Department - Palgrave Macmillan

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Explore the history of British broadcasting with Radio Fun and the BBC Variety Department, 1922-67. This book offers a narrative history of the BBC Radio Variety Department, following a chronological path to explain how this specific department became the source of the organization's largest audiences. Author Martin Dibbs examines the inner workings and tensions that shaped the department. The text provides a look at key events, famous personalities, and various programmes that defined an era. Readers will gain an understanding of the internal politics and trends in popular entertainment that influenced the airwaves. This study also covers the impact of BBC policies, including censorship and anti-American policy, on programme-making. By looking at how these factors affected the department, the book shows how these broadcasts became significant markers in the daily and weekly lives of millions of listeners.

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Chronological narrative history covering the years 1922 to 1967 for a complete era overview.

Detailed look at the BBC Radio Variety Department and its role in creating massive audiences.

In-depth examination of internal politics, departmental tensions, and various BBC policies.

Analysis of how censorship and anti-American policy influenced popular radio programming.

Insights into the key personalities and programmes that shaped popular entertainment trends.

Exploration of how radio broadcasts became essential parts of daily life for millions.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
25 September 2018
Listed Since
07 June 2018

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