The talk show anchors

The electronic media in Pakistan built rapidly from one TV channel in 2006 to about 40 in 2011. In this rapid progress the TV talk shows became the focus of public interest surpassing entertainment programs. The fast growth did not give time to the proprietors of the channels to train the TV anchors professionally in the race of ratings and financial gains. As a result today we find three types of TV anchors;

• TV anchors having information only; their input in the talk shows is minimum. Their programs are dull
• TV anchors having knowledge; they logically participate in the discussions. Their programs are interesting.
• TV anchors having poor information and no knowledge; they incite the guests to fight with each other. Their programs are thrilling.