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Professional Athletes Tell All: Communication Techniques To Assist In A Successful Podcast, Wilnir Louis
Professional Athletes Tell All: Communication Techniques To Assist In A Successful Podcast, Wilnir Louis
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
An increasing number of athletes are utilizing various mediums to communicate to fans. A rising medium that athletes are adopting is podcasting. While there are studies that discuss the benefits of podcasting, there is limited research that provides individuals, specifically athletes, with the proper knowledge on how to effectively communicate on a podcast platform. This project investigates what athletes can do to make their podcasts engaging for viewers and listeners. A case study was conducted that included textual and content analysis of the top episodes of two successful athlete-driven podcasts. Findings from the research guided the creation of a visual …
Mental Health In Sports Media, Samuel Ridgley
Mental Health In Sports Media, Samuel Ridgley
Communication & Media Studies | Senior Theses
This paper looks at the increasingly popular conversation surrounding mental health in sports. It provides a glimpse into how common the struggle of mental health can be for many high-level athletes while also examining the narrative and expectations that society and the media have created. The paper also provides examples of prominent athletes from a variety of different sports and delves into their personal mental health experiences in the eyes of the media. The goal of this paper is to show the progression and change of how the media portrays mental health amongst athletes in today’s ever-changing world.
Impact Of Social Media On The Mental Health Of College Student Athletes, Maria Blasco Maurici
Impact Of Social Media On The Mental Health Of College Student Athletes, Maria Blasco Maurici
Theses and Dissertations
This thesis explores the influence of social media on the mental health of college student-athletes. With the adoption of social media platforms and the challenges faced by college student-athletes, understanding the implications of social media usage becomes a priority. This study examines the potential positive and negative effects of social media on the mental health of collegiate student-athletes and considers the role of social media in shaping their self-perception and identity. By comparing with existing research and conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis, this thesis aims to find answers on the relationship between social media and the mental health of college …
The Impact Of Social Media Use On Athlete/Fan Communication During The Olympics, Maggie Pearce
The Impact Of Social Media Use On Athlete/Fan Communication During The Olympics, Maggie Pearce
Undergraduate Theses and Capstone Projects
The 2012 London Olympic Games were known as the “Social Media Olympics.” For the first time, the International Olympic Committee encouraged athletes to use social media sites. Athletes, fans, countries and news outlets all used social media to share information and opinions about the Olympics. This thesis examines whether or not athletes communicated effectively on social media sites.