Noves aproximacions a l'estudi de la televisió en el marc de les indústries culturals

Abstract

The present article reviews research on the structure of the Spanish television system from the perspective of the theoretical paradigm of the cultural industries. Various research questions are put forth, leading to a proposal of a new methodological approach aimed at gaining further understanding of the interrelations of the protagonists of the system through social network analysis (SNA). Emphasis is placed on the role of large communication groups, the impact of geographic factors and the influence of public television.