Curran and Seaton

• Who are the authors of the Power and Media Industries theory?

  Curran and Seaton
• What does the Power and Media Industries theory analyze?

  The historical development of media
• What does the theory explore regarding media ownership?

  The contraction of media ownership
• How does the media influence public opinion according to the theory?

  It examines the influence of media on public and political processes
• What are the key factors of historical development in media according to Curran and Seaton?

  • Technological advancement
  • Economic factors
  • Political influences
  • Social change
• What does the power dynamic within media industries influence?

  Content production and distribution
• What are the key aspects of power dynamics in media industries?

  • Ownership concentration
  • Control
  • Market pressures
  • Political economy