Radio and TV talk shows have a long history dating back to the 1950s. Talk shows can be categorized by timing (e.g. daytime, evening), medium (radio, television), or topic (news, entertainment). Popular Pakistani TV talk shows include Capital Talk, Kal Tak, and Off the Record. Talk shows go through production stages including pre-production, production, post-production, and distribution. They require equipment like mixers, cameras, and microphones. While talk shows raise public awareness, some critics argue that some shows create negativity or become biased.