Generation PRX

Radio Rookies Short Wave

Here at Radio Rookies, we're used to working intensively on long-form documentaries. But this year, we decided to shake it up a bit and see what we could turn out in a shorter time frame (8 weeks) with a larger group of youth producers, in collaboration with the High School for Global Citizenship in Brooklyn, NY. The stories didn't air but will debut on wnyc.org in the coming weeks.

We'd love to hear your feedback on story topic, production...whatever.

Thanks much!
Melissa

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Permalink Reply by Estefania Martinez on January 29, 2008 at 12:24pm: I like how the TennSex piece ended, so we see that cycle going on. I liked both pieces (TeenSex and Loss), because I can relate to them, as most youth probably can. In the Loss piece, I liked that the recording of the funeral home because it adds to how unreal it is after the death of someone is. In the TeenSex piece, I think the producer could have added more interviews with his friends, even though the piece was about mainly about him. I think it would have given the audience a better understanding about where he is coming from, what's really on the minds of teens, and perhaps why they have given up on and idea like abstanece.

Permalink Reply by Eric on January 29, 2008 at 12:26pm: Good topic.
Nice story!
Great choice of music!
Some volumes go up and down around 0:30
Great ways of describing the opinions of others.

Hey! I just listened to the Teens and Sex piece and the Chicken piece. My first review goes towards the Teens and Sex piece.
I like how the producer chose this topic since it's a pretty hot topic. The story is really good, and the read is excellent. I like how in the beginnig he used the theme song from Family Guy becuase it pretty much describes what the producer said, but in a musical way, which adds humor, and draws the crowd into the piece. The only thing I noticed is that on second 0:30 the volumes suddenly increase and then when the music ends, they go back to nromal. The same thing happens again at 3:47. This is easily fixable and is nothing big. But overall, GREAT PIECE!
The second piece, Chicken, is also a great piece. The choice of story is at first weird and kind of odd because...yea...not that many stories about chickens. The read is excellent, and it's very clear. I also liked how you shared your thoughts the same way the guy in Supersize Me did, describing what you feel on a certain day and time. I did notice however that at times when the reading was faded in it wasn't quite understandable, and I think it's becuase you started reading away from the mic and then came in. This is the only thing that might be of notice but everything else is awesome!

Permalink Reply by Alejandra on January 29, 2008 at 12:26pm: I enjoy both Krystle's "Loss" and Xavier's "Teen Sex" piece. I can relate to both of them and think they are so true. I like the way in Xavier's piece you have music in the begining, it sets the mood in this piece. I like the music fades. I don't think you need the part when you say what your friend thinks about BET, because you were talking about the media and with the songs you previously played, we get the point, and we don't need his explanation of what he thinks BET stands for. Overall that piece was a good piece, i understood it, and could also relate to it.
In Krystle's "Loss" piece it had a sad mood. I like your fades. I like the way you read the story. When you said "I listen to alot of country music" you should've lowered the song a little bit more. Over all it was a good piece.

Permalink Reply by jennifer on January 29, 2008 at 12:27pm: Hi! I just listened to Teen Sex and it was great. The topic is very universal. A lot of teens can relate to X's own story and his friends' story. The read was clear and the choice of music was great. The fades were good. I loved the piece in all but I do have two suggestions. My fist suggestion is that you put a pause between "it helps when.." and "actually it doesn't help". The other is the guy in the corner. I think that you don't need it because you already explained what bagging is and it sounds as if you were repeating yourself. I loved your piece and i hope my opinion helps you with your editing.

Permalink Reply by Berenice Garcia on January 29, 2008 at 2:12pm: I really liked the topic and the fact that it is universal because anyone can relate to losing someone they love. Your choice of sounds were very clever. Except, the first time your mom talks you should just pause between her talking and then you starting again just a bit. Also at the end the music with the lyrics of, "God knows how I miss you" fades out a little too quickly and you start talking right away. The music itself is a very good choice though, Good job!

Permalink Reply by Chris Cuello on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: I just listened to the "Teen Sex" piece and I thought it was good. Xavier makes a good point that the media is promoting teen sex. I like how he addresses the part where guy's only wants a sexual relationship instead of a personal loving relationship. When he says his friend talks about BET there was no need because of the begining of his piece.

Permalink Reply by Davis Garcia on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: I just listened to the Chicken piece by Amanda. At first I thought this piece was pretty random and weird. I mean it's one of those topics in which people don't take it really seriously. I've heard several jokes dealing with chicken. One thing I notice is that chiken is consumed by everybody. It's a worldwide thing. I really love the read of this piece. I was able to understand everything. The topic of chiken really creates an effect of how we are and our customs. Really great piece I could relate to it. I mean , i eat chiken at least two or three times a week

Permalink Reply by Sylhery Padilla on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: well i really enjoyed your "loss" piece the content was great and i really enjoyed how you delivered to the audience. I have a few suggestions. Your tone is nice but i would like it if you slowed down a bit. i personally think it was a good idea that you were able to have different sounds and people in your piece, but at times felt that they just "popped" out of no where. Maybe consider fading up a bit slower on your music and people you bring in. Another thing i really liked was that you were able to have your mom talk in this peice, i felt a connection with you. Your volume was good as well, and like i said before, i really enjoyed listening to it. GOOD JOB!

Permalink Reply by Rene Ramirez on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: I just listened to the chicken piece. I found it to be very interesting and hilarious at the same time. Although at times the words were mumbled, I thought it was a great piece. I think it's a unique and interesting topic that is covered pretty good. I think maybe there should be more interviews to improve the piece.

Permalink Reply by Keylie on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: I just want to say that i really enjoyed the piece. It provided a window for adults to really know what is going on in teen's minds. I really liked that you added your friend saying that its ok for her daughter to date when she's 13 because although it might have shocked a few people its a very good eye opener as to how the youth thinks. I also agree about maybe editing out your friends definition of BET because although its funny and entertaining it doesnt add to your piece. Overall it was a great read and a very well structured piece. I also agree with estefania about the ending it is very good and effective

Permalink Reply by jasmine g on January 29, 2008 at 2:14pm: I really enjoyed the piece "TeensSex" becuase the topic and what xavier was saying was really true. Young people of our genoration dont think much about sex and having boyfriends and girlfriends when in reality most teens are haveing sex to young and dont understand the conciquences. I think at thirteen you are to young to date the young lady that had a daughter should reconcider if she would let her date that young becuse she wouldnt want her daughter to have a child so young.....This piece really was good it made me think hard about what I think about teen sex.

Permalink Reply by *~*Mandi*~* on January 29, 2008 at 2:15pm: the teen sex piece was very insightful. I enjoyed listening to it. I really liked the choice of music, familiar, yet productive. The issues he itroduces are preent in every teens life. Sex is definately a huge part of our culture. Every one at one point is going to do it, it's just a matter of wheter they do it the smart way.

In krystle's piece about death, I like the story line, but her read is a bit flat. She stumbles over some of her words and sounds scripted. I like the imagery, I could see her looking over at the caskets pieces, and the showroom. I really like this piece, just fix a few things and it would be great!

In Amana's piece about chicken, I like how she tries to bring comedy into her protest of the stereotype. THis piece is very interesting. I can just picture her walking up the street abd seeing the chicken shops all over the place. I don't think sh eneeds t add in the fact that along with the chicken places, there are chinese places too. That is not an important supporting dteail fir this piece. other thanh tat really enjoyed hearing her prostest against chicken and its stereotypes.