Teleserye or reality drama? Key differences between the Australian and Philippine media landscapes

In our “Usap Tayo” banters, we discussed the common differences noticeable in Philippine and Australian television and radio programming.

In our “Usap Tayo” banters, we discussed the common differences noticeable in Philippine and Australian television and radio programming. Credit: Envato - Leungchopan

Key Points

• The Philippines thrives on teleseryes, emotionally charged soap operas, which dominate primetime slots and reflect everyday struggles. While there are soap operas, Australia favours realism and subtle drama, such as mystery or those with a focus on social issues.
• Both Australia and the Philippines have private and commercial, as well as publicly funded, media networks, although they differ in audience perception.
• Both countries still have a number of AM and FM radio stations where talk shows, especially primetime morning drive, prevail.

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