call-in show

Listeners dial in

A call-in show is a radio or television program where listeners or viewers phone in to ask questions, share opinions, or discuss topics with the host.

The format is common for political commentary, advice programs, and sports talk: The governor took questions on the morning call-in show.

Also called a phone-in show.

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Factual film about reality

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Committee of specialists

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