Radio or TV Broadcast Complaint Letter Examples & Templates: Make Your Voice Heard

Your report on the Youth Bible Conference was inaccurate and misleading. The conference was supported by all Protestant groups in the state and focused on study sessions, talks, and publications. Your focus on a minor altercation with a homeless man misrepresented the event and suggested a bias against religious groups. We request an on-air apology and more responsible reporting in the future.

I have always considered your station to be family-friendly, but the pilot program "Two" aired yesterday afternoon contained shocking language and material. This is not the kind of content I expect during hours typically designated for family viewing. I urge you to reconsider airing this program or move it to a more appropriate time slot.

I am deeply concerned about the inappropriate content aired during the sitcom "Captain Creep" last night. The nearly nude actresses and sexualized content are not suitable for family viewing. I urge you to either remove this show or move it to a later time slot when children are less likely to be watching.

Your coverage of the Springfield City Planning Commission meeting on [date] was biased and misleading. You falsely presented the meeting as overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed rezoning and insulted those opposed by calling them a "lunatic fringe." We demand a retraction of these statements and a more balanced representation of public opinion in future broadcasts.

I am writing to express my disappointment with a recent news segment that perpetuated harmful stereotypes about [group of people]. The language and imagery used were offensive and inaccurate, contributing to misinformation and discrimination. I urge you to issue an apology and ensure that future reporting is more sensitive and respectful of diversity.

I am writing to complain about a misleading commercial aired during a recent broadcast. The commercial for [product/service] made false claims about its effectiveness and benefits. This is deceptive advertising and a disservice to consumers. I request that you investigate this matter and take appropriate action.

I am appalled by the offensive language used by [radio host's name] during [his/her] show on [date]. The use of racial slurs, profanity, and hate speech is unacceptable and has no place on public airwaves. I demand an immediate apology and disciplinary action against the radio host.

I am a hearing-impaired viewer and rely on closed captioning to understand your broadcasts. However, I have noticed a lack of accurate and consistent closed captioning on your channel. This lack of accessibility is discriminatory and prevents me from fully enjoying your programming. I urge you to improve your closed captioning services to ensure equal access for all viewers.

Your coverage of the recent [tragic event] was sensationalized and exploitative. The focus on graphic details and emotional manipulation was disrespectful to the victims and their families. I urge you to prioritize responsible journalism and avoid exploiting tragedies for ratings.

Your programming lacks diversity and fails to represent the diverse communities within our society. The majority of characters and storylines are centered around [dominant group], excluding and marginalizing other groups. I urge you to diversify your programming and provide more inclusive representation on your platform.