Includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface --
Ch. 1. Characteristics of the medium --
Ch. 2. Structure and regulation --
Ch. 3. The radio studio --
Ch. 4. Using the Internet and social media --
Ch. 5. Ethics --
Ch. 6. Writing for the ear --
Ch. 7. News – policy and practice --
Ch. 8. Interviewing --
Ch. 9. Vox pop --
Ch. 10. Cues and links --
Ch. 11. Newsreading and presentation --
Ch. 12. The discussion --
Ch. 13. Phone-ins --
Ch. 14. Listener participation --
Ch. 15. Music programming --
Ch. 16. Sequences and magazines --
Ch. 17. Making commercials --
Ch. 18. Outside broadcasts (remotes) --
Ch. 19. Commentary --
Ch. 20. Music 'live' --
Ch. 21. Drama principles --
Ch. 22. Documentary and feature programmes --
Ch. 23. The work of the producer --
Ch. 24. The executive producer --
Ch. 25. Programme evaluation --
Ch. 26. Training --
Ch. 27. Back-announcement --
Websites --
Glossary --
Further reading --
Index.

Radio Production is for professionals and students interested in understanding the radio industry in today's ever-changing world. This book features up-to-date coverage of the purpose and use of radio with detailed coverage of current production techniques in the studio and on location. In addition there is exploration of technological advances, including handheld digital recording devices, the use of digital, analogue and virtual mixing desks and current methods of music storage and playback. In addition to its global context, the sixth edition also explores American radio by providing an overview of the rules, regulations and purpose of the Federal Communications Commission.

The sixth edition includes:
- Updated material on new digital recording methods, and the development of outside broadcast techniques, including Smartphone use;
- The use of social media as news sources, and an expansion of the station's presence;
- Global government regulation and journalistic codes of practice;
- Comprehensive advice on interviewing, phone-ins, news, radio drama, music, and scheduling.