Barrels Quote by Jonathan Meades
“I don't see any point in having a public service broadcaster which attempts to compete with the commercial sector. Obviously part of its remit is to entertain, but entertainment doesn't necessarily mean scraping the bottom of the barrel and appealing to the very lowest common denominator.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Public Service Broadcast, 1998
Public broadcasters should aim beyond lowbrow entertainment, offering higher cultural value.
In simple terms: Broadcasts need quality.
Key Takeaway
Raise content standards.
Themes
media
culture
quality
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
media
cultural
When to use this quote
- television programming
- educational content
- regulatory debates
Key Concepts
communication theory
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance should broadcasters strike?
- How to attract viewers without dumbing down?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook audience preferences.
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