[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 159 (Wednesday, October 28, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1555]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING INDEPENDENT AUDIO DRAMA

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                            HON. JOHN KATKO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 28, 2015

  Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the contributions 
of independent audio drama to our nation's culture and history. For 
over one hundred years, the dramatic scripts, compelling music, and 
sound effects of audio drama have resonated with listeners across 
various ethnic, financial, and geographic divides.
   During the Great Depression, radio drama adaptations of novels and 
plays achieved widespread popularity as a means of increasing morale 
through such difficult times. With the increase in televised and video 
entertainment came the waning interest in radio drama. However, in 
recent years, the growth of independent media production has revived 
audio drama within the U.S. Independent audio drama is now providing 
aspiring as well as seasoned artists with a unique and sophisticated 
platform to reach diverse audiences.
   I am proud to rise in recognition of independent audio drama as it 
continues to expand, exhibit the work of our talented rising artists, 
and impact the lives of countless Americans.

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