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Media and Communication - TV and Radio Programs

Here you will learn some English words related to TV and radio programs such as "pilot", "edutainment", and "rating".

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call-in
[noun]

a type of television or radio program in which the audience take part by calling the studio to voice their opinions

Ex: He dialed into the call-in radio program to share his personal experiences and offer advice to others in similar situations .
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products such as movies, TV shows, etc. that are made to be educational as well as entertaining

Ex: Some video games use edutainment to help players improve their problem-solving skills while having fun .
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episode
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one part of a series of a radio or TV show

Ex: The radio show 's host introduced the guest for the evening 's episode, promising an insightful discussion on current events and politics .
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pre-recorded laughter added to a radio or television show to make it seem like the audience is having a laugh

Ex: The sitcom was funny , but the constant laugh track felt forced and distracting .
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‌a television show with a few episodes, shown over a short stretch of time

Ex: I prefer miniseries because they have a complete story without dragging on for seasons .
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a TV or radio competition in which people play games or answer questions to win

Ex: We should try to get tickets to see the live recording of the panel show.
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pilot
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a TV or radio program made to see how the audience react and whether it should be made into a series

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quiz show
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an entertainment show on radio or television in which people compete to win prizes by answering a number of questions

Ex: I enjoy watching quiz shows that challenge my general knowledge .
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entertainment shows on television about the lives of ordinary people in real situations

Ex: A lot of reality TV shows have a lot of drama to keep the viewers hooked .
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repeat
[noun]

‌a program on television or radio that has already been broadcast

Ex: She tuned in for the repeat of the documentary she missed earlier in the week .
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replay
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the playback of a short part of a sports match, tape, etc. on television or radio

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a series of episodes broadcast on television that tells a story or provides entertainment, usually consisting of a specific genre or format

Ex: I ca n't wait for the next season of that crime television show to start
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a TV or radio show, broadcast regularly, dealing with the routine life of a group of people and their problems

Ex: The characters ' struggles in the soap opera feel so real and relatable to many viewers .
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newscast
[noun]

a program on television or radio that broadcasts news reports

Ex: The newscast included an interview with the mayor about the city 's plans for growth .
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a broadcast on television or radio about sports events or sports news

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talk show
[noun]

a type of TV or radio program on which famous people appear as guests to answer questions about themselves or other subjects

Ex: A live audience attended the talk show to interact with the guests .
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telethon
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‌a type of television program that is broadcast for several hours, aimed to collect money for charity

Ex: Viewers tuned in to the telethon to donate to local food banks during the holiday season .
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variety
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a type of TV or theatrical production that consists of several short performances such as singing, dancing, etc.

Ex: Viewers tuned in every Saturday night to watch the beloved variety series that offered something for everyone .
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a report on possible weather conditions and how they will change in the following day or days

Ex: They relied on the weather forecast to prepare for the outdoor festival .
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text displayed on a screen that shows the spoken words and sounds in a program for viewers who may not hear them

Ex: I could n't hear the show clearly , but the closed captions made it easy to follow .
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the immediate playback of an important moment in a sports competition on television, usually shown in slow motion

Ex: The football team ’s coach asked for an instant replay to review the touchdown .
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spoken descriptions given in a movie or a television show, etc. by a narrator that is not seen by the audience

Ex: The film's voice-over guided viewers through the protagonist's thoughts.
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aircheck
[noun]

a recorded copy of a broadcast radio or television program for reviewing and evaluation purposes

Ex: The station manager asked for an aircheck of the live event to evaluate its success .
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on the air
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used to refer to program that is being broadcasted on radio or television

Ex: The wacky series has been on the air for ten years.
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airtime
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the amount of time given to a program on television or radio

Ex: The network bought additional airtime to promote their upcoming series .
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a pause in a television or radio program during which advertisements or commercials are shown

Ex: As soon as the commercial break started , she rushed to grab a drink .
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a spoken description of an event while it is taking place, particularly on TV or radio

Ex: The nature documentary was enhanced by the engaging commentary of the narrator .
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the arranged sequence of items in a television program or of performers in a team

Ex: We had to memorize the running order so we knew exactly when our part would air .
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schedule
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a list of radio and television programs on a particular network and the exact time they start

Ex: He printed the schedule to plan his day around the programs .
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rerun
[noun]

the rebroadcast of a program on television or other media

Ex: She caught a rerun of her favorite cooking show while waiting at the airport .
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a line of news headlines passing across a television or computer screen

Ex: As I watched the movie , the news ticker kept flashing breaking news about the election results .
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the process of scheduling programs that are planned to be broadcast on radio or television

Ex: Holiday programming typically features classic films .
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television or radio content that is produced and aired specifically for a local audience, often focusing on news, events, and topics of local interest

Ex: The station prides itself on its local programming, offering content that speaks directly to the community ’s needs .
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station
[noun]

a company or building where TV or radio programs are being broadcast

Ex: The station upgraded its equipment to improve signal quality .
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studio
[noun]

a room or building where TV or radio programs are made or broadcast

Ex: Podcasters recorded episodes in the makeshift studio set up in their spare bedroom , using portable microphones and editing software .
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a kind of radio broadcast in which a particular topic is discussed and listeners are encouraged to make a phone call and share their opinions

Ex: She called into a talk radio show to share her thoughts on the new policy changes .
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the news
[noun]

a television or radio broadcast or program of the latest news

Ex: The news report covered a wide range of topics, from politics to sports.
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bulletin
[noun]

a brief news program that is broadcast on the radio or television

Ex: The company 's CEO addressed employees in a bulletin regarding the upcoming changes to the organization .
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cue card
[noun]

a large card that is held up behind a camera for presenters or anchors to read from while they seem to be looking at the camera

Ex: The presenter used cue cards to ensure she did n’t forget any important points during the speech .
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the transmission of television or radio programs that are funded through advertising revenue

Ex: Sports events on commercial broadcasting channels usually include a lot of advertisements during the breaks .
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rating
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the estimated number of people who watch a TV show or listen to a radio program

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the time at which the largest number of people are watching TV or listening to the radio

Ex: The news anchor delivers the evening broadcast during prime time, reaching millions of viewers .
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a feature provided in some digital devices (cellphones, television, etc.) that allows parents to have control over their children's access to unwanted content

Ex: The TV has a built-in feature that allows parents to set parental controls for different age groups .
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a broadcasting system in which the viewer has to pay to watch a particular program

Ex: I saw an ad for a pay-per-view event featuring a live comedy show this weekend .
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a form of television broadcasting in which the viewer pays to have access to a particular program or channel

Ex: I ’m thinking of upgrading my pay television package to get more channels .
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channel
[noun]

a TV station that broadcasts different programs

Ex: Television networks compete for viewership by offering exclusive programs and innovative channel packages .
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insert
[noun]

a pre-recorded segment that is added into a live or recorded program, such as an advertisement or news update

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the storytelling techniques extending a narrative across multiple platforms, such as movies, television shows, books, and video games, creating a cohesive experience for audiences

Ex: The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a prime example of a transmedia franchise .
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a type of content that combines information and entertainment

Ex: The line between journalism and infotainment is becoming increasingly blurred .
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sitcom
[noun]

a humorous show on television or radio with the same characters being involved with numerous funny situations in different episodes

Ex: The actor became famous for his role in a popular sitcom.
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teletext
[noun]

a service delivering written news and information through television, currently replaced by other information services provided on a television network

Ex: Some countries still use teletext for public service announcements and emergency alerts on television channels .
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