Economic factors

• PBS and BBC remit

  • Georges podcast with the BBC's PBS goals to inform, educate and entertain
  • Podcast explores social issues, uses creative storytelling and engages diverse audiences
  • It is unconventional compared to typical BBC productions, highlighting innovation within the institution
• Economic factors and funding

  • Funded by TV license not reliant on commercial revenue
  • Niche content, experimental structure and use of specialised language may be too risky for commercial radio
  • Commercial broadcasters are less likely to support such creative freedom due to audience and advertiser demands
• Podcast vs Radio broadcasts

  • Podcast format allows greater flexibility and experimentation
  • George mixes genres topics and narrative techniques in ways traditional radio might not permit
  • Reflects evolving media forms and BBC's adaption to digital, on-demand platforms
• Diversity and representation

  • Features diverse background, voices and dialects, especially London Street Language
  • Addresses themes relevant to ethnic minorities and younger audiences
  • Supports the BBC's diversity goals and represents UK society authentically and inclusively