Second Transcript- Flying Solo

After reflecting on my previous transcript I realised that my generic content was refined enough and the whole scene I had set it in was suitable for the task we were meant to be completing. Therefore I made a new version set in just the entrance of an airport.

Script

Flying solo

When you enter the airport I want you to take a moment to take in your surroundings. Try not to be in anyone's way as airports tend to be busy. Walk up and down the airport entrance. Look at the people passing you, look at the signs and everything around you that people are involved in. Find yourself somewhere to sit. Look around and find someone. Take a moment to think about them. Where are they going? Why are they going? What are they doing? What are they thinking.  Look at one of the signs and follow the sign to find its destination. When you are there listen to the sounds; the beeping, clicking and chatter in the air. Listen to the announcements on the speakers. Find the nearest window or door, somewhere where the sky is visible. Can you see any planes taking off or landing? Where do you want to go on a plane? Would you go with family or friends or would you just fly solo. Watch the sky and imagine your perfect destination. 

My Generic Content

My first Podcast's generic content wasn't nearly refined enough. When people listen to these podcast's, they should be able to listen to them anywhere and everywhere. For example, one airport will have many similar features to another, however there will differences as well and this means I need to use generic vocabulary and not be too specific so all the listeners can have an equally effective experience without having to use their imagination too much. 

My podcast's overall generic content is wrong. I talk about checking in, security and the departure waiting room. However my listener would need to be able to go straight to an airport without having a holiday booked. Therefore these scenes wouldn't be generic to the experience. They are generic to the location, but the experience I am trying to build would not fit with these features.

Therefore none of these features will be able to be featured in the final podcast.

Refining the Generic Content
The features that are generic to the entrance/foyer of an airport are:

• Benches
• Trolleys
• People- both people in a rush and calm people
• Announcements
• Cafes
• Signs

These are the type of features I will need to include to refine my generic content. I think I can be creative with these features even with simple ideas. 

My Podcast- Up Up and Away

My podcast is of an airport scene. As the podcast is supposed to be sight specific I have created a podcast that would only make sense in an airport. There are different moments recorded within the airport allowing me to use different, interesting sounds to illustrate the scene I was drawing. I am telling people what to do and what to expect in an airport scenario. When the podcast is complete the sounds of the airport will be played over the existing recording. 

My Script

This podcast is about your time in an airport. When you enter the airport you will follow the signs to find your check in. They normally correspond with the company you’re flying with. You will hand over your main suitcase at the desk, but keep hold of your hand luggage. Next you will go through security check-ins. You will bag any liquids in a see through bag, remove any metal you may be wearing or carrying. This may include emptying your pockets and taking your shoes off. These along with your main hand luggage are all put in a tray to be scanned. You then walk through a metal detector gate. If you’re lucky enough to go through without detection you can collect your luggage and move on.  However if metal is detected you have to be searched. If you have a phobia of dogs be aware there may be dogs there to detect drugs.  Hopefully they won’t stop you. If they do… well… good luck. After security you will go through to an area with shops and restaurants where you can wait until your flight is called. I’d suggest getting some food. My particular favourite would be Weatherspoons. You may need to top up on some travel essentials, many of which can probably be found in boots. Your flight will eventually be called and you will make your way to the departure lounge, where you will wait until you are asked to board.