Audience Council: "Schawinski" continues to polarize
The Audience Council had a heated discussion about the talk show «Schawinski,» noting that it thrives on its host and his polarizing style. Overall, the show is described as fast-paced and confrontational. However, the discussions lack depth.
According to the broadcasting concept, Roger Schawinski invites "leading exponents from politics and business to his talk show for a committed, controversial and well-founded discussion". Since the start of the talk format just over a year ago, the Audience Council has noticed an expansion in the range of guests, according to a press release. People from the fields of culture, sport and show business are increasingly being invited. Some Council members welcome this development, while others feel that the opening up of the program is diluting its profile. A majority of the Council regrets that practically no women are invited or accept the invitation. "Schawinski" is a fast-paced, intense and aggressive program, which is well received by many Council members. For other Council members, Schawinski races through the talk, which means that the discussions often remain on the surface.
High level of expertise
The introduction to the talk with the question "Who are you?" goes down well with the audience members. The question has become a brand. A majority of Council members attest to talk show host Roger Schawinski's high level of expertise, good preparation and unmistakable interview style. Schawinski always strives to show the person behind the facts. In this sense, he does not offer his guests a platform to present their achievements, but rather scratches the surface. However, some Council members would like the presenter to engage more with his interviewees. At times, the impression of questioning and confrontation with theses and assertions was created.
Old quotes
The Audience Council is divided over recordings and photos in the program. Some Council members see them as an asset and a welcome change, for others they dominate the talk too much. They are also annoyed by the fact that some of the quotes shown are from many years ago. The references to the "Club" or "Literature Club" at the end of the program are seen as a foreign element. They came unexpectedly and brought the conversation to an abrupt end. The talk show's website is clearly laid out and offers the most important information, including the opportunity to watch missed programs.
