Radio Star in the UK

What part does the radio play in British culture  ?

1- Brainstorming on RADIO/ create a MIND MAP

2- In groups, work on the document you have been assigned to, and get ready to report to the rest of the class.

DOC A DOC B DOC C

Description

Message

DOC A
Watch the video (online). Take notes about the different kinds of programmes offered by the BBC. Explain the goal of
this ad.
Culture Spot
BBC Sounds is the new streaming app
created by the BBC( aka « the Beeb ») to
target younger generations and encourage
them to listen to radio podcasts and music
anytime on their smartphones.

Advertising for BBC Sounds, London https://youtu.be/t9GFeeqwY7E

DOC B
Study the documents and Listen to the report. Find information about the history and influence of the BBC

The New BBC Broadcasting House in London Damon Albarn on the BBC
 Key dates

1920s : Creation of the BBC

1934 :Creation of the iconic BBC microphone

1940 :Churchill's speeches broadcast on the

radio

1954 : The Queen's coronation on BBC

television

2012 : Launch of BBC 1 player radio

2019 :Creation of BBC Sound APP

Doc C
Listen to the audio. Define radio dramas and explain the aim the competition the girl is entering.

Culture spot
The UK is the biggest producer
and consumer of radio plays in
the world.

Actors record plays meant to

be listened to on the radio.

BBC rodio play competition, S Carlon, 2015

3- Now, Share your findings (complete the grid on 2) and DISCUSS the role and the influence of the BBC in British
citizens'everyday lives.