Affected follows the journey of different people all with one thing in common, cancer. No these subjects aren't victims of cancer but they are witnesses to this horrible disease and that in itself is just as difficult to deal with. This documentary takes the listener through the day to day lives of these people as they cope with a loved ones suffering and describes their journey as a support system and carer. Scientist, Grace Gaffney discusses cancer as a genetic mutation and informs the listeners at different intervals throughout. Affected was intended to shed light on those that are not battling this illness but those that have to sit by and watch a loved one deteriorate and pass on. This is their stories of being affected.
This documentary was recorded using a H4n zoom recorder and edited using Protools.
'Home and What Makes it So' is a short radio package that focuses on the current economic state of Ireland and the common theme of 'home'. At a time when emigration is at it's peak and families are split and morale is low, it's nice to remember what home is to each individual and realize that everyone has their own opinion and perceptions. This is a light-hearted, personal package that intends to involve individuals from different backgrounds and upbringings and discusses their understanding of home and what that means to them.