Gee train, you really have thin skin if you read JB's post as insulting others who don't watch CBC.
CBC isn't all about ratings. Much of it's mandate as outlined in an earlier post has little to do with ratings. Try watching CBC North someday.
why is CBC so bad.
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CBC isn't all about ratings. Much of it's mandate as outlined in an earlier post has little to do with ratings. Try watching CBC North someday.
It elevates radio programming to another level. We should be very proud of the stuff Canadians produce, and not just because it's Canadian,
but because it is so unique and wonderful. It's a reflection of who we are rather than some contrived culture being shoved down our throats, as some would like to believe.
One word: Talent.
Broadly the BBC is the best in the world. Of course they have clunkers, but for the last 20 or so years they have had to fill time 24/7. Quality will be diluted.
CBC has good radio and an adequate news service, but will never have the clout, talent and influence of the BBC.
CBC is what it is, a watered down version of the BBC.
Broadly the BBC is the best in the world. Of course they have clunkers, but for the last 20 or so years they have had to fill time 24/7. Quality will be diluted.
CBC has good radio and an adequate news service, but will never have the clout, talent and influence of the BBC.
CBC is what it is, a watered down version of the BBC.
If CBC had anything near BBC's budget, it would be able to put out a better product. BBC's annual budget was ~£5 billion last year compared to CBC's ~$1 billion. The CBC has had it budget cut every year since the mid 90's.
Wow, if only this debate was on a mainstream board - the country deserves to hear this passion!
Regardless of the general purpose for gathering here, it appears that we have a very general cross-section of media consumers, and, of course, Terb folks are never shy about sharing their opinions.
I'm a +1 guy for the CBC for many of the reasons talked about above. One of the shows that I like, Murdock Mysteries, was cancelled by City and this is it's first season of production under the CBC flag, and I'm happy about that.
It is sometimes difficult to measure the value of culture in terms of immediate return of dollars and cents - hence the debates about whether or not to support cultural events in Toronto at the cost of taxpayers. I really don't know who makes up those numbers about the economic return on Nuit Blanche, for instance, but I do know that it makes Toronto a lot better place to live. CBC is the same. Yes, it's in a marketplace dominated by for-profit corporations, but CBC is is a true multimedia Canadian network bringing entertainment and information to almost every Canadian. If you don't like for the CBC, chances are that you don't go to the AGO, ROM, Ontario Science Centre, CNE or Toronto Zoo. Who cares? - that's your prerogative, but a lot of citizens do attend and derive tremendous enjoyment, education and family time there. (We haven't even mentioned CBC children's programming yet.)
Our biggest concern might be whether or not there is waste at the CBC and how to root it out, but as for the general cost, I've just got to say - it's only a few bucks - get your head out of your wallet and consider the general good.
Regardless of the general purpose for gathering here, it appears that we have a very general cross-section of media consumers, and, of course, Terb folks are never shy about sharing their opinions.
I'm a +1 guy for the CBC for many of the reasons talked about above. One of the shows that I like, Murdock Mysteries, was cancelled by City and this is it's first season of production under the CBC flag, and I'm happy about that.
It is sometimes difficult to measure the value of culture in terms of immediate return of dollars and cents - hence the debates about whether or not to support cultural events in Toronto at the cost of taxpayers. I really don't know who makes up those numbers about the economic return on Nuit Blanche, for instance, but I do know that it makes Toronto a lot better place to live. CBC is the same. Yes, it's in a marketplace dominated by for-profit corporations, but CBC is is a true multimedia Canadian network bringing entertainment and information to almost every Canadian. If you don't like for the CBC, chances are that you don't go to the AGO, ROM, Ontario Science Centre, CNE or Toronto Zoo. Who cares? - that's your prerogative, but a lot of citizens do attend and derive tremendous enjoyment, education and family time there. (We haven't even mentioned CBC children's programming yet.)
Our biggest concern might be whether or not there is waste at the CBC and how to root it out, but as for the general cost, I've just got to say - it's only a few bucks - get your head out of your wallet and consider the general good.
The CBC used to be worse.
You have to understand that due to being publicly funded, they require more Canadian content. At one time, there was very little in terms of quality of Canadian content vs U.S. networks, but the tide is changing.
Mind you, I don't watch the CBC for dramas. Usually sports, news and documentaries.
Except not so perfect, if you 'actually' read the many post supporting the CBC. Many different post list a number of non news programs. The rest of the post from EDdie sounds like a an 20 something rant who hasn't travelled through his country much to experience it's culture.
Interesting point considering the writer never actually uses the term 'sell out'
A total sell out to who or what?
CBC Radio One and Radio Two are quite good.
As to CBC Television as compared to BBC Television (and remember the BBC has four major television channels) I'd point out a couple of things: the BBC has far more money, and on this side of the pond we what we see of BBC television programing is almost a "best of the BBC channel" the so, so and frankly awful never make it onto our television screens.
As to CBC Television as compared to BBC Television (and remember the BBC has four major television channels) I'd point out a couple of things: the BBC has far more money, and on this side of the pond we what we see of BBC television programing is almost a "best of the BBC channel" the so, so and frankly awful never make it onto our television screens.
Likes other have said this is a really good broadcast. I like a lot of the radio programming, but find some of it just fucking lame, like the debaters, and that cornball Stewart Mclean . Rex Murphy blathers on about the weather and then cuts his callers off when they are getting to a point. Shut the fuck up Rex!
At least you get first hand news with the CBC, as their reporters are present in some of the most dangerous places such as Syria. On the other hand TV stations such as the Sun have their presenters or I call them Grumpy old preachers who are stuck in their studios and all they do is bash the CBC, CTV, the Left, Liberals, Islam, unemployed, Romani, Native Indians, David Suzuki etc. They think that after a long stressful work day, the ordinary Canadians would be entertained by the likes of Elk mouth Ezra, Crooked Smile Charles Adler, Boringline Brian Lilley or Mike Corrupted Coren. That's why I think it is important to still keep the likes of the CBC in business.
Anyone sensing a trend here?
The early naysayers in this thread and many from the last one on this thread have gone silent. It's clear a good number of the members support the CBC and give legit reason for their support.
The early naysayers in this thread and many from the last one on this thread have gone silent. It's clear a good number of the members support the CBC and give legit reason for their support.
Unfortunately CBC has a had to close many overseas offices or run the remaining offices with skeleton staff as a result of the draconian cutbacks. Many of the on location reporting is done by stringers/freelancer journalist, not actually on CBC staff.
