Between the Market and the State: First Steps of Radio Broadcasting in Argentina (1920-1946)
This article explores the emergence and consolidation of radio broadcasting in Argentina between the 1920s and 1940s, highlighting its significance as a technological, cultural, and political phenomenon. Far from being merely a new form of entertainment, radio became a dynamic force in shaping natio...
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| Language: | Spanish |
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2025
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| Online Access: | https://revistas.ucu.edu.uy/index.php/revistadixit/article/view/4649 https://hdl.handle.net/10895/6143 |
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| Summary: | This article explores the emergence and consolidation of radio broadcasting in Argentina between the 1920s and 1940s, highlighting its significance as a technological, cultural, and political phenomenon. Far from being merely a new form of entertainment, radio became a dynamic force in shaping national identity, public discourse, and mass consumption. Through an analysis of programming, technological innovation, listening practices, and regulatory frameworks, the article traces how Argentine radio developed as a hybrid model, combining private entrepreneurship with increasing state intervention. Special attention is given to the role of print media in shaping the figure of the radio listener, the commercial expansion of receiver devices, and the influence of global broadcasting models. By situating Argentina within a broader transnational context, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of the cultural and political implications of early radio in Latin America. |
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