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January 23, 2026Radio Journal International Studies in Broadcast & Audio Media

Why don’t more journalists and documentary makers use spatial audio? Barriers to sonic experimentation in contemporary radio and podcast production cultures

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AWAbigail Wincott

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Overview

Analyses barriers to using spatial audio in documentary-making, suggesting cultural issues hinder innovation.

Key Points

  • This analysis explores why journalists and documentary makers are not utilizing spatial audio despite its potential benefits.
  • Conducted qualitative research over five years with programme-makers from multiple countries.
  • Analyzed responses regarding the frequency of spatial audio use.
  • Identified cultural patterns within the radio and podcast sectors.
  • Found a significant gap between interest in spatial audio and its actual implementation.
  • Identified cultural barriers that prevent wider adoption of sonic experimentation.
  • Highlighted that these barriers could stifle narrative audio development.

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Abigail Wincott (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69730ed4c8125b09b0d1e9dchttps://doi.org/10.1386/rjao_00121_1
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