'An endangered species': local programming in the New Zealand television market

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The neo-liberal state of Aotearoa/New Zealand, which privatized its television industry in 1988, subsidizes programs on local culture to protect its indigenous culture in a globalized market atmosphere and to provide legitimacy to the state. The state owned channels were commercialized in 1988 and established a government body called New Zealand on Air (NZOA) to collect and distribute the broadcasting fees. NZOA sponsors local programming, though such programs are not commercially successful. Establishment of NZOA helped to increase programs on both native and minority cultures, such as that of the Maories.

New Zealand, Television broadcasting policy

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Serving the public: public television in Norway in a new media age

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The Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK) became more commercial during the 1980s as competition increased. However, NRK's efforts to retain its audience were not exclusively commercial. NRK also wished to maintain and expand its social and political stature. NRK remains the most-watched station in Norway, and has thus far continued its traditional emphasis on news, culture and social concerns. With more competition expected, it is ultimately up to Norwegian citizens to ensure that quality informational and news programming will continue to exist by demanding it from NRK.

Social policy, Public television, Mass media policy

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Ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances: a study of participants in television dating games

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Issues concering the role of ordinary people on television dating game shows are examined, focusing on the experience of participants in the Norwegian dating game show called "Reisesjekken." Topics include reasons why people wish to participate in dating game shows, conflicts that may arise between participants and television producers regarding how participants will be presented, and how television appearances are becoming leisure activity.

Norway, Media coverage, Dating (Social customs), Game shows, Game show contestants

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