Radio Culture & The Real World

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How Did Radio Disrupt Cultural Norms?
There exists a relationship between radio and the disruption of cultural norms. In this aspect, cultural norms refer to the societal standards, which people live in. As previous researchers demonstrate, the introduction of radio played a significant role in the eradication and introduction of some new social practices (Pooley & Others 5). For example, through the existence of early radio programs, some music genres such as rock and country were made famous. Besides, radio became a new way of finding news, since it was an enhanced way to follow events, as compared to print media Furthermore, influential people, like former presidents, used radio as a tool of communication. For instance, in his tenure, President Roosevelt commonly used the radio program, “Fireside Chats” as a tool of communication (“War of the Worlds | Radiolab | WNYC Studios”). .
What Do Roosevelt’s Fireside Chats Have to Do with War of the Worlds?
Roosevelt’s fireside chats and the War of the world demonstrate the growing popularity and significance of the radio in the 1930s. Furthermore, the same portrays the radio as a communication tool in the society (Buhite & Others 6). However, the relationship between the two is demonstrated due to the Aspect that Roosevelt’s “Fireside Chats” paved the way for other radio shows such as the World of wars (Editors, History.com). Such shows became very popular and had a significant influence on the Masses (@ABradSchwartz).

For example, the Radio drama War of the Worlds made many believe that their states had been invaded (“NPR Choice Page”).
How Do Radio Dramas Relate To Real Life?
Many of the aspects incorporated in radio dramas do happen in real life. Therefore, radio dramas express some of the real-life events. In most instances, matters affecting the society, for example, are shown through various radio dramas.
And How Does the “Formatting Of Fear” Tie Into It All?
Formatting of fears demonstrates that Radio dramas entail the unfolding of stories in the form of emergencies, voice mastery, information, the presenter’s bravery in the scene among other aspects surrounding effective expression of radio related programs. Furthermore, it evokes some danger, although it maintains fear throughout the performance. Through the same, people are reassured of what they hear in the news, preventing cases such as those that happened after the broadcasting of the world of wars.
Conclusion
From the aspects as mentioned earlier, it is evident that the role of the radio in the society cannot be underestimated. Furthermore, the radio has played a significant role in enhancing aspects of communication.

References
“NPR Choice Page.” Npr.org. N.p., 2018. Web. 30 Sept. 2018.
“War Of The Worlds | Radiolab | WNYC Studios.” WNYC Studios. N.p., 2018. Web. 30 Sept. 2018.
@ABradSchwartz, Follow. “The Infamous “War Of The Worlds” Radio Broadcast Was A Magnificent Fluke.” Smithsonian. N.p., 2018. Web. 30 Sept. 2018.
Buhite, Russell D., and David W. Levy, eds. FDR’s fireside chats. University of Oklahoma Press, 2010.
Editors, History.com. “The Fireside Chats.” HISTORY. N.p., 2018. Web. 30 Sept. 2018.
Pooley, Jefferson, and Michael J. Socolow. “The myth of the War of the Worlds panic.” Slate. com (2013).