radio

The article considers the interaction of electronic mass media of Chuvash Republic with social networks. The authors identify the features of such integration of the state and commercial broadcasters, analyze the contents of the most successful mass media of the region, evaluate the editorial boards’ policies towards managing the activities promoting their mass media in social networks.

The article studies the stages of formation and development of interactive programs on entertainment radio stations. The goals and tasks of equivalent modern programs are analyzed; the authors also identify how the popularity of such programs and their being in demand on air depend on the target audience of a certain mass medium.