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Women With Balls: Kay Burley, from the archives

Best of the Spectator

CHAPTER

Navigating Gender and Identity in Journalism

This chapter explores the challenges faced by women in the television industry, emphasizing the speaker's personal journey through sexism and resilience. Reflecting on their background and experiences in journalism, they discuss how class and accent have influenced their career and professional identity. The conversation also highlights the complexities of live broadcasting and the dynamics of gender in media, particularly the backlash faced by assertive female interviewers.

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