I had an idea to start regular shows on NBS. Shows can be weekly or monthly, with 4-16 episodes per season, with each season being one term. Creating shows with a name and perhaps a regular host will allow for continuity while boosting the creative process. It will also organize the creation of these shows to encourage reliable broadcasts, and help hold show hosts accountable. I've thought up a few ideas for shows. Naturally, not all of these will be implemented, and it will be an incredible effort to even get one of them going regularly. Of course, any and all details might change as progress is made.
Portrait of a Nation
Interview nations, have them on the show
Personal conversations with NS luminaries who deserve attention
Overview of their NS history; have a script
AMA style maybe? Maybe for prominent nations from other regions?
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Could be done in-character? Might hold interest for RP players.
Assembly Affairs
The RA explained. What’s going on in the RA? Are there general trends of behavior we can see over the last few months? Discussion of current legislation and what it means for the region.
The Peanut Gallery
Off-the-record discussion of court cases and their significance.
Build Up
The stories of some of the NS World’s best known UCRs. Region building, history, innovations, and entrepreneurial founders.
Quiz Whiz, hosted by El Fiji Grande
Current Events quiz. TNP, NSGP, NS trivia. Last two weeks or so. Host regularly.
Alternative format: guess what’s real, and what’s made up
Music Madness
Featured music from TNP creators
Popular songs/karaoke parties (Darcania)
Big Ideas
The little show about big ideas. Addressing justice, trust, fairness, loyalty, teamwork, leadership, philosophy, betrayal, vengeance, and community on NS.
Popcorn, hosted by MadJack
The show about pop culture in contemporary society. Discussion of recent books, movies, television, comics, and music.
Could be applied to NS as well, with discussion of recent RPs, dispatches, and lecture series.
A Step Too Far
NS Comedy show. Featuring stand up comedians from around NS.
The Sports Channel, hosted by Bobberino
NS/IRL Sports podcast show.
A Day on the Job, hosted by Brendog
TNP Ministers narrate an hour of their time as they address concerns pertaining to their Ministry. Also: discussions of what high-level cabinet positions require, and recent activities. Could also include the tutorial series.
Year by Year
Historically-themed show that describes and analyzes major NS events in history since the founding of the site in 2002. Each episode covers the events of one year, and how it fits into the legacy of NS. (alternatively, could be month by month).
masteRPiece
A podcast covering the best of the best of TNP and NS roleplay.
Hot Takes
The show about unpopular opinions.
The Bully Pulpit
Great name for a show, but I have no idea what it would entail.
Resolutions Through the Ages
Historical WA resolution analysis
Talk show; multiple viewpoints
Focus on controversial resolutions