Analysis of Alan Jones: Protecting His Persona and Building a Loyal Following

Former radio host Alan Jones was once the most influential broadcaster in the country.

Now, he’s been accused of indecent assault by six men who revealed their allegations of abuse, which Jones denies, in reporting by the Nine newspapers. 

This isn’t the first time Alan Jones has dealt with a scandal. In fact, his career has been defined by controversy, and his reputation is something he’s spent decades defending with the support of Australia’s elite. 

Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin Mckenzie Murray on how the influence of Alan Jones was built and why his career has weathered so many scandals.

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Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin Mckenzie Murray

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