Conventions of Local Radio News

Pauses/Slangs/Catch Phrase:

Slang is usually used on less recognised radio stations, slang mainly means words such as 'enit'. I noticed one of the main stations that uses slang is 1Xtra London based radio station. Pauses occur nwo and then but not very often. The likes of Heart FM slang is not used and they are very well spoken.

DJ talks about him/herself:

The radio presenters talk about themselves at time but not very often, however most of the time they talk about peoples affairs. Most listeners just want to listen to music and what is coming up next. On radio 1 they talk about themselves after the weekend however this is normally related to the show. By the time the weekend starts like on a friday night its all music.

DJ talks about the record:

On most radio stations they they explain what song is coming up, who sings it, whether it is good or new. Now and then you will hear general talk about the artist and their album this normally happens if that artist has a nerw album out.

DJ talks about or to the listener:

Near anough every radio stations give listeners a chance to text, phone or email in. If they are lucky then the presenter will read out their emails or talk to them on the phone. This usually if a listener wants to request a song.

DJ digressess to another subject:

DJ's like to change the subject all the time. This is to keep the listeners intrested and tuned in. Radio presenters may start of by talking about music then move on to something completly different. Topics are constantly changing radio stations have to keep updated!

DJ says whats coming up:

Presenters will talk about what music is coming up, also any guests that will be appearing on the show.

DJ promotes another show:

Listening to a number of shows, they did not promote other radio stations however they do promote other DJs which will be appearing on a specific radio station.

Jingles:

Every local radio station will have a jingle which usually includes a short catchphrase i.e. ' this is heart' (Heart FM). A jingle is usually played and normally lasts 5 seconds, they are meant to be short, snappy and quick so it easy to remember.

Vox-pop:

This is where a radio station gets a persons point of view,this could be done on the phone or going out and asking the public. This is mainly used on local news stories and international stories. Heart FM usually has the public call in for their views where as Radio 1 go out.

Outside Broadcast:

This is where presenters will interview or present their news stories outside of the studio. This can also be done if guests cannot make it to the studio but the studio will go to them!