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The Purpose of radio and how it supports older adults’ wellbeing
We all know it – video killed the radio star. But did it really? Radio is still very much alive, yes that’s right you’re listening to it! So why has radio endured and what is its purpose? 4ZZZ's intrepid reporter, Anita Diamond interviewed Dr Amanda Krause, who conducted a recent study looking at the purpose of radio and how it supports older adults' wellbeing.
For a deep dive...
Here is Dr Amanda Krause's website which has her research and a link to her full study on "Radio and well-being".
Toni Pankaluic
Toni Pankaluic is a Journalist and contributor to Brisbane Line
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