Radio broadcast of 1938

The 1938 radio broadcast was a famous live dramatization of H.G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds," transmitted by CBS. Presented as a news bulletin, it unexpectedly caused widespread alarm among listeners who believed an actual Martian invasion was occurring. The broadcast used realistic sound effects and a newsroom style to create a sense of immediacy. Although it was a work of fiction, many people misinterpreted it as real news, highlighting the power of radio as a medium for storytelling and its potential to influence public perception and emotion.