"The way people communicate, gather, and process information continues to evolve in response to new communication technologies. With the rise of the internet and digital media, the use of traditional media platforms, such as radio, decreased. Radio Veritas Asia (RVA), a non-profit Catholic radio sta
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tion, transitioned from shortwave broadcasting to a digital online format to address the decline in its radio listenership. With these changes in RVA, this study aimed to understand the media consumption patterns, preferences, and satisfaction levels of religious online media consumers in South and Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, with a specific focus on their engagement with the Radio Veritas Asia website. Through online surveys, the study found that media consumption patterns, preferences, and satisfaction levels vary moderately across the Philippines, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. The frequency of religious content consumption, such as news about the Catholic faith and daily Gospel reflections via the RVA website, ranges from three to seven days per week. While the internet offers multimodality-encompassing textual, visual, audio, and audiovisual formats-there remains a strong preference for written text among South and Southeast Asian audiences. Satisfaction levels were consistently high across all areas. This satisfaction is influenced by RVA's digital platform's characteristics, its usability, and its content, which effectively address the cognitive, emotional, and social needs of the audience." (Abstract)
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"Bereits in jungen Jahren konnte sich John Mishen für die Medien begeistern und hörte sich gemeinsam mit seinen Großeltern die täglichen Radiosendungen von Radio Veritas Asia an, bis er als Seminarist dann selbst vor dem Mikrofon des großen katholischen Radiosenders in Asien stand. Als Dozent f
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ür soziale und pastorale Kommunikation schult er heute junge Menschen, bringt ihnen die kommunikationswissenschaftlichen Methoden bei. Im Interview berichtet er von seinem Werdegang und zeigt auf, warum die zwischenmenschliche Kommunikation als Geschenk Gottes zu verstehen ist." (Seite 24)
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"Radio Veritas Asia (RVA) is hailed as 'the Voice of Asian Christianity' and the Hindi Service has defined its vision and mission to proclaim human development based on Gospel values. Spiritual, social, economical, human and environmental messages are important for overall development of a person an
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d these messages are being proclaimed by 'Satyaswar'. In its morning 27 minutes and evening 30 minutes daily broadcast 'Satyaswar' has given adequate time and duration for Devcomm messages. The respondents are working in communication organizations and therefore, they are well educated, trained and exposed to multimedia world. They have been broadcasting development messages and therefore, they have knowledge about Devcomm and Devcomm programming. Though, they may not be able to define the concepts and principles of devcom, they are already practicing Devcomm. 'Satyaswar' is a charity broadcast and most of respondents have joined the organization for the purpose of service. Therefore, they have genuine interest in development of people. This is reflected in their attitude towards Devcomm; Devcomm programming and 'Satyaswar' programming. Three communication centers collaborate in the production and broadcast of 'Satyaswar' programs and most the respondents have positive attitude towards Devcomm management." (Conclusion, page 73-74)
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"This book is not a scientific study or complete documentation on Radio Veritas Asia - the only continental short wave radio station of the Catholic Church in the world. This presentation rather tries to paint a picture of this so-called “missionary of Asia” (John Paul II) using testimonies of p
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ersons who have been involved or are related with this initiative. It documents the remarks of Popes on the project, the broadcasting activities of the station, and the reactions of listeners to the programs. This book tries to paint a realistic picture of this undertaking which over the years drew enthusiastic supporters and listeners, but also critical comments. Critical moments including some all-too-human experiences are not hidden. The development of this project shows in many ways that the power of the Spirit and the dynamics of missionary support are alive not only for the Church communities in Asia, but also for the dignity and uplifting of peoples in different cultures from different religions and communities all over Asia." (Publisher description)
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