BBC Radio 4 typically broadcasts factual podcasts, readings, dramas and magazine programmes, which creates the tone for most shows aired. In the start of this ‘mix tape’, the man introduces the show in a very formal and to the point manner, which represents the radio station and how all shows are presented.
The use of impactful music throughout and the personal stories, reflects the relationship Levy had with her brother Gus and creates a close relationship with her and the listener. We are forced to have a relationship with her and also makes us feel as if we know her and her brother. This also means that the audience listen with an empathetic ear and feel every emotion that she does.
Emily uses voiceover over the soundtrack to explain what each song means to her and her brother, which means that the audience can almost imagine how this must feel for her and can attach themselves emotionally. Each song means something to us just as it does for her.
The use of sound effects also puts the listener in a position where they are in this with her as she opens the tapes and finds new music. This is also done by the use of speech as we can hear her giggle and the way her voice sounds when she talks about him. It creates much more emotion for the listener than if the whole podcast was read like the man who introduces the show.
The imagery of Gus dancing is very impactful as it makes the listener feel as if we knew him and makes the podcast much more emotive for us. The use of conversation between two people who knew him also makes us imagine just how he acted and helps us understand what his personality was like.
Mia Dickinson 